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The Lacey City Council engaged in a significant discussion about an anti-discrimination proclamation, affirming the city's dedication to fostering an inclusive community. Local leaders, including NAACP President Larry Jefferson, emphasized the importance of belonging and addressing systemic racism. The proclamation aims to ensure that all residents feel valued, regardless of their diverse backgrounds.
A two-vehicle collision on Martin Way East in Olympia resulted in one injury and the arrest of a 32-year-old Oakville woman for suspected DUI. The incident was witnessed by a Thurston County Sheriff’s deputy, who reported reckless driving prior to the crash. The injured driver was treated on-site but did not require hospitalization.
Community Youth Services is launching the Winter Wonders program to spread holiday cheer to youth and families in need. This initiative highlights the importance of community support during the holiday season, addressing the increasing demand for assistance.
The Family Support Center of South Sound has announced a new affordable housing project in west Olympia, supported by a $1 million grant from Thurston County for land acquisition. This initiative aims to provide permanent supportive housing for vulnerable families and survivors of domestic violence, adding over 60 units and fostering an intergenerational community.
The 2024 Holiday Tour of Historic Homes in Olympia is back on December 8, featuring the Baude-Meyer House and insights from homeowners Andy and Karen Meyer. Organized by the Olympia Historical Society & Bigelow House Museum, this event marks a cultural revival after pandemic interruptions.
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake off Eureka, California, prompted tsunami warnings from Santa Cruz to Florence, Oregon, which were later canceled. The quake was felt as far as Reno, Nevada. NOAA advised residents to avoid hazard zones until deemed safe.
Washington Attorney General-elect Nick Brown raised alarms about the potential dangers of a second Trump term during his keynote at the 2024 Re-Wire Conference, emphasizing concerns over state governance and civil liberties.
A 7.0-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Eureka, California, on December 5, 2024, triggered tsunami warnings along the West Coast, from Santa Cruz to Florence, Oregon. The warnings were lifted after no destructive tsunami was observed, but NOAA advised residents to remain cautious and avoid hazard zones until it was deemed safe. Tremors were felt as far away as Reno, Nevada.
The Family Support Center of South Sound is enhancing affordable housing in west Olympia by acquiring three acres of land with a $1 million contribution from Thurston County. The project will provide supportive housing for families, survivors of domestic violence, and vulnerable seniors, with construction expected to start in about eight years.
Washington Attorney General-elect Nick Brown warned of significant threats posed by the incoming Trump administration during his keynote address at the Washington Observer’s 2024 Re-Wire Conference. He emphasized his commitment to protecting Washington's laws and the rights of vulnerable populations, highlighting concerns over potential changes in policies affecting undocumented residents, environmental protections, transgender rights, and abortion access.