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Dr. Rachel Wood's article discusses the alarming prevalence of sexual assault, particularly in the context of the #MeToo movement, using statistics from the Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs. The piece emphasizes the importance of community dialogue around prevention and consent.
A two-vehicle crash in east Olympia resulted in one injury and the arrest of a driver for DUI. Sheriff Derek Sanders highlighted the ongoing issue of impaired driving in the region, emphasizing the importance of public safety.
The Olympia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 6 to discuss the Capital Mall Triangle subarea planned action ordinance, aimed at developing a denser residential neighborhood around Capital Mall. Officials suggest that significant construction, including taller buildings, is unlikely in the near future due to high interest rates affecting the market.
A recent study by Wallethub ranks Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, and Vancouver among the best U.S. cities for singles. Seattle, despite its vibrant dating scene, has dropped to third place due to economic factors, particularly low rankings in the economics category.
Nearly 1,000 residents in Mason County experienced power outages on Thanksgiving Day due to copper thieves targeting underground electrical vaults. Mason Public Utility District 3 reported that while power was restored for most by the evening, some residents remained without electricity until the following morning. The utility plans to enhance security measures and urges the public to report any suspicious activity.
A two-vehicle crash in east Olympia on December 5, 2024, resulted in one injury and the arrest of a driver suspected of DUI. Sheriff Derek Sanders updated the community via Facebook, emphasizing the importance of traffic safety and responsible driving.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is in talks to become defense secretary under President-elect Donald Trump, which could enable him to implement his controversial military proposals at the U.S. southern border.
On Thanksgiving Day, nearly 1,000 residents in Mason County lost power due to a copper theft incident involving thieves who broke into underground electrical vaults. Mason Public Utility District 3 worked diligently to restore power, with most residents receiving service by the evening, while others remained without power until the following morning. The utility plans to enhance security and improve outage response times to prevent future incidents.
The Olympia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 6 regarding the Capital Mall Triangle subarea plan, which aims to develop a dense residential neighborhood near the mall. While building height limits will increase, city officials note that significant development is unlikely soon due to high interest rates and economic conditions.
The article provides obituaries for several individuals who recently passed away in the Olympia area, including Walter Alvin Hale, Jr., 95, who died at home, and Robin Adams, 69, who passed away at Providence St. Peter Hospital. These notices inform the community about local losses and honor the memories of the deceased.