Olympia Federal Savings (OlyFed) today reported assets totaling $1.02 billion at the close of the first quarter ending on June 30, 2026. This represents growth of $11 million since the beginning of its fiscal year on April 1, 2026. The bank continues to be [...]

Thurston and Lewis County residents in need of comprehensive cardiovascular services now have even more impetus to stay close to home for high-quality care. The reason: Providence St. Peter’s well-established, high-volume heart care program recently enhanced its outpatient cardiology services – as [...]

The Olympia Tumwater Foundation has announced plans to transform and expand an existing building within Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls into the History & Nature Center—a welcoming new public space where people can discover the natural, cultural, and historic stories that have shaped one [...]

LACEY, Wash. — Saint Martin’s University Athletics is celebrating a century of competitive sports, honoring 100 years of student-athlete achievement, team championships, and a legacy rooted in leadership, character and community. The Centenary of Saint Martin’s Athletics honors the generations of student-athletes, coaches, alumni and supporters [...]

The morning ferry glided across Puget Sound as ninety‑year‑old Harold leaned against the railing, breathing in the crisp Washington air. He had taken this route for decades—first as a young shipbuilder, then as a father commuting to work, and now simply because [...]

Summer in the Pacific Northwest is a great time to get out and enjoy a concert, festival, farmers market or a community signature event. You can check out a sample of the over 240 events in the area between June and September [...]

When David and Monica Capps decided to sell their beautiful West Seattle home and access the support offered by an area retirement community, they turned to Team RED. According to David, a Boeing employee since 1981, “It was the complete process that [...]

Outdoor kitchens continue to grow in popularity, and this summer’s trends emphasize functionality, comfort, and seamless integration with the rest of the home. Homeowners are moving beyond basic grill setups and investing in fully equipped outdoor culinary spaces designed for both cooking [...]

  Shelton Welcomes Authentic Lebanese Food   From Yola unites the joys of traditional Lebanese food in celebration of our connectedness to each other and to life itself. The café in downtown Shelton showcases classic recipes from the Assi family. Food is [...]

Locals can unpack nostalgic memories, and everyone can create new ones at the recently opened Westwater Kitchen & Lounge. The landmark restaurant, an Olympia icon, has been reopened by Jennifer and Chris Murphy. The atmosphere is a blend of copper, velvet and [...]