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New Chihuly space shines under Seattle’s Space Needle

With admission prices up to $19, going to the new Chihuly Garden and Glass at the Seattle Center might be an expensive way to see art by the iconic Tacoma-born glass artist that you can see in Tacoma for free.
A front-row seat for viewing robins

They’re common. They devour the ripening fruit just when we want to pick it. They argue with our windows until you can’t see out of them. Yes, robins are loud, argumentative and without them in the yard – it would be a sad, silent spring. They are part of our lives but we sometimes don’t realize it until something jars us awake.
Quest for safer trampoline leads Tacoma man to Aussie company

About a year ago, when Tacoma resident John Armstrong was shopping for a trampoline, he wasn’t very happy with what he found online.
Plan your Memorial Day getaways

Most campgrounds, trails and roads should be open for use -- and snow free -- over the holiday weekend.
Lacey Spring Fun Fair celebrates 25 years

This weekend, the Lacey Spring Fun Fair will celebrate its 25th year of providing free, family friendly activities to the community.
'Goodnight Moon' goes beyond classic children's book

When you hear that Olympia Family Theater is doing a play based on “Goodnight Moon,” you might be forgiven for wondering how that’s possible.
11 things to do this weekend

Lacey's offering the big doings with the 25th anniversary of its Spring Fun Fair. But there's also a comedy festival, live theater, and a chance to swing in support of KBRD, one of Olympia's hidden jewels.
KBRD swing benefit set

On Saturday night, Olympia will host a benefit dance with a big band and lots of swingin’ and singin’.
The ABCs of whooping cough

Dr. Diana Yu, Thurston County's Health Officer, offers advice on how to respond to the current outbreak of whooping cough.
Restaurant Inspections for May 16

Comments are taken directly from latest county inspection reports, which are available at each food establishment and at the Thurston County Environmental Health Office. For questions concerning these reports, contact the health office at 360-867-2667.