Meet ‘Souperman’ Chris Hyde, Director of the Food Source Foundation Chris Hyde believes that making and sharing food nurtures both body and soul. It is a simple idea with a big impact. A life-changing inspiration activated Hyde’s journey to make soup and [...]

Saint Martin’s University, through its Washington Vets to Technology (WaV2T) program, is expanding its established Server and Cloud Application career pathway to address the increasing need for Data Center Technicians. This focused adaptation is made possible through a new collaboration with global technology leader [...]

We are pleased to announce that our friends at Olympia Federal Savings (OlyFed) have announced their expansion into Lewis County with a planned branch in Chehalis set to open later this summer. The branch, which will be located at 535 N. Market [...]

According to Dr. Alison Vega, owner of Complete Hearing & Balance in the Olympia, “Hearing loss can’t be seen, so many healthcare people glance over it and say ‘Oh, you seem just fine’.” But Dr. Vega and her team of audiologists and [...]

The City of Lacey offers a comprehensive variety of classes, camps, tours, and activities that are open to the public. “We have something for everyone,” says Jeannette Seiler, Recreation Supervisor of Lacey Parks Culture & Recreation. From tots to teens to adults, [...]

Thurston County is home to some of the best places to dine and enjoy a meal with loved ones. Below is a list of some of our favorite establishments that you should try, now that you call Thurston County home. Brewery City [...]

Nestled in the heart of Washington’s South Puget Sound, Gig Harbor is a maritime city filled with character. With so many things to do and see, Gig Harbor is the perfect romantic getaway or a wonderful place for a fun-filled family weekend. [...]

Following a highly successful inaugural year, the INSPIRE Women’s Business Conference is returning to Great Wolf Lodge on Thursday, May 22. Presented by the Washington Center for Women in Business and Thurston Economic Development Council, the daylong event will feature speakers, breakout [...]

When you are exploring the delights of historic downtown Olympia, be sure to step through the door at Sound and Vision Living. In a relatively small space, you will find an abundant choice of interesting and thoughtful home décor pieces. It’s fun [...]

Panowicz Jewelers has passed to its third generation of ownership in the family: Leslie Panowicz, granddaughter of late founder Anton Panowicz, Sr., is now the owner. After seven decades, Panowicz Jewelers still holds true to its founding of a legacy of quality, [...]