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Thurston County ballot center to be remodeled, expanded by summer, Auditor says

Thurston County is set to invest approximately $3 million to remodel and expand its ballot processing center in Tumwater, with the project expected to be completed by summer 2024. This expansion, approved unanimously by the Board of County Commissioners, aims to enhance space and security, funded by the recently approved Public Safety Sales Tax.

Downtown cafe to close, beauty retailer will move, and is this Asian market open or closed?

New Moon Cafe in downtown Olympia will close after December 16, 2024, due to financial struggles worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, Ulta Beauty and Daiso are set to open new locations at Cooper Point Marketplace, raising questions about the future of existing stores in the area. This article highlights the ongoing changes in the local business landscape.

‘The community is mad’ at lack of movement on $20 minimum wage | The Olympian

Olympia City Council member Jim Cooper expressed frustration over the slow progress on a proposed citywide minimum wage increase to $20.29 and a Workers’ Bill of Rights. He emphasized the need for the council to take decisive action and engage the community effectively, especially with a retreat scheduled for January.

WSP seeking witnesses to shooting at Capitol State Forest | The Olympian

The Washington State Patrol is investigating a shooting incident at a bonfire in Capitol State Forest that injured an 18-year-old man. Authorities are seeking witnesses to the event, which involved a 22-year-old suspect arrested for second-degree assault. Separately, eleven residents from the Tri-City area are accused of a fraud ring involving nearly $1 million in staged car crashes.

Thurston County ballot center to be remodeled, expanded by summer, Auditor says

Thurston County is investing approximately $3 million to remodel and expand its ballot processing center in Tumwater by summer 2024, enhancing space and security. This project is funded through a Public Safety Sales Tax aimed at improving election security infrastructure.

‘The community is mad’ at lack of movement on $20 minimum wage

Olympia City Council member Jim Cooper has voiced community frustration over the stalled progress on a proposed $20 minimum wage increase and a Workers’ Bill of Rights. The council plans to discuss these issues at a retreat on January 24-25, aiming for clearer next steps and enhanced public engagement.

WSP seeking witnesses to shooting at Capitol State Forest

The Washington State Patrol is investigating a shooting that injured an 18-year-old man from Centralia during a bonfire in Capitol State Forest on December 6, 2024. They are seeking witnesses and any photos or videos from the event.

Downtown cafe to close, beauty retailer will move, and is this Asian market open or closed?

New Moon Cafe in downtown Olympia is closing after the weekend due to challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to raise $20,000 for a safe closure. Meanwhile, Ulta Beauty and Daiso are set to open new locations in west Olympia, raising questions about the future of the existing Ulta store nearby.

Ulta Beauty, Daiso set to open new storefronts in west Olympia | The Olympian

New Moon Cafe in downtown Olympia will close after December 16 due to financial difficulties worsened by the COVID pandemic, seeking to raise $20,000 for a safe closure. In contrast, Ulta Beauty and Daiso are set to open new locations in west Olympia, prompting questions about existing store relocations. The article also addresses the impact of recent vandalism on local businesses and confirms the reopening of Arirang Asian Market.