Communities & Neighborhoods New to Thurston County? here’s what you need to know living in Thurston County olyfed puts relationships above the bottom line Education enrolling in school in Thurston County Giving Back in Thurston County Giving Back in Thurston County Your [...]

Love and service comes from deep within the spirit of L.J. Cirilo, owner of Cultivating Kindness Landscape & Design. Her business is pleased to invite you to walk through her expanding, outdoor nursery to find the right greenery and flowering plants for [...]

We have good news to share! The City of Lacey (City) will receive $1 million in federal funding through Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) from Senator Patty Murray and Senator Maria Cantwell to complete an upgrade and expansion of the Lacey MakerSpace (LMS). The City [...]

Back in 2015, a group of student leaders began a journey to explore financing, planning and construction of a student-funded wellness and health space at South Puget Sound Community College. The fruits of that labor were on full display when the official [...]

Communities & Neighborhoods New to Thurston County? here’s what you need to know living in Thurston County olyfed puts relationships above the bottom line Education enrolling in school in Thurston County Giving Back in Thurston County Giving Back in Thurston County Your [...]

In May 2026, Intercity Transit will complete the implementation of a system redesign that will increase coverage and frequency throughout Thurston County. “It’s a massive changeover,” says Nick Demerice, Chief Marketing, Communications & Outreach Officer. The planning began after Proposition 1 passed [...]

A great way to quickly learn about your new community and meet new friends is to get involved with a nonprofit organization. Every community offers numerous opportunities to support these worthwhile causes. Finding organizations that are meaningful to you will make the [...]

The revitalization of downtown Olympia is evident in the Press Building (the orange one). The Owl’s Nest and Olympia Hair Company face along Capitol Way North. These women-owned businesses are pleased to invite you to stop in their renovated spaces. They are [...]

Welcome to the New Neighbors Guide! On behalf of the local community, we welcome you to Thurston County. Whether you’re here temporarily or plan to make this a permanent home, we know you’re going to love our region. With our natural beauty, [...]

Shopping at the Olympia Farmers Market can be a great way to get to know your community while supporting your local economy. Open year-round with three distinct operating seasons, it’s a great addition to your weekly shopping routine. The market is open [...]