SeaPort to Fly Spokane-Olympia Twice Weekly
Regional air service returns to Olympia Regional Airport for the first time in 22 years, beginning January 8.
Live Poll
Would you fly to Olympia for a legislative session trip?
Olympia News
For Olympia, Washington's state capital, coverage here follows city government, Thurston County, Olympia School District, business and public safety. Reporting reaches neighborhoods across the city and surrounding communities.
Business
Live Poll
Do you think Olympia is making it easier or harder to build more housing?
Olympia Middle Housing Faces Cost and Infrastructure Hurdles
City planners are drafting code changes to address land costs, financing, and water and sewer rules that slow construction of duplexes and triplexes.
Lifestyle
City Honors Students for 2027 Water Art Calendar
Olympia recognized middle school artists whose stormwater-themed works will be featured in the city's 2027 calendar.
Politics
Live Poll
Do you support the transportation priorities proposed in your city's six-year improvement plan?
Olympia Council Reviews 2028-2033 Transportation Plan
The City Council received a presentation on upcoming infrastructure projects ahead of a December vote.
Entertainment
Live Poll
Do you support government officials hosting public trick-or-treat events at the official governor's residence?
Governor Ferguson to Host Olympia Trick-or-Treaters
The Washington Executive Residence in Olympia will welcome families for Halloween festivities on October 31, 2026.
Crime
Crash on US 101 Ramp Blocked Northbound I-5
A vehicle towing a boat caused a collision on the ramp in Olympia early Tuesday morning.
Coverage takes in city council decisions, the Thurston County courthouse and Olympia School District alongside the state government, healthcare and maritime employers anchoring the local economy. From South Capitol and Eastside to Bigelow, Westside and Downtown, neighborhood coverage extends into Pierce County, Mason County, Grays Harbor County and Lewis County where stories cross the line. The capital's concentration of state government employment ties the local economy and civic calendar to legislative sessions and agency spending decisions throughout the year. Infrastructure investment, school district resources and waterfront development are the recurring subjects in city and county reporting.
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