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We're hosting a FREE paint recycling event TODAY - SATURDAY, JULY 11 - from 9 AM - 3 PM at Griffin School located at 6530 33rd Ave NW, Olympia. Learn more & register for a drop off time circular.eco/event/olympia26…
Happy 4th of July! Fireworks discharge is allowed today, Sat., July 4 from 9 AM - 11 PM. Afterwards restrictions return. See the County code: Chapter 6.68.057 - Emergency ban on discharge of consumer fireworks. library.municode.com/wa/thur…
Friendly reminder: Thurston County government facilities are closed today, Friday, July 3 to observe Independence Day. Online services are available 24/7 at ThurstonCountyWA.gov & County parks and the Waste & Recovery Center will remain open today on regular schedules.
We're hosting a FREE paint recycling event on SATURDAY, JULY 11 from 9 AM - 3 PM at Griffin School located at 6530 33rd Ave NW, Olympia. Learn more & register for a drop off time circular.eco/event/olympia26…
Fireworks are a GO in unincorporated Thurston County this year! Discharge IN UNINCORPORATED THURSTON COUNTY is limited to Fri., July 3 & Sat., July 4 from 9 AM - 11 PM. Conditions heat up pretty quickly after July 4th. Check potential Burn Ban status at thurstoncountywa.gov/departm…
Congratulations to all our local June brides and grooms! If you're planning your own walk down the aisle let the Thurston County Auditor’s Office handle the official stuff. Click link to find out exactly how to get your marriage license thurstoncountywa.gov/departm…
Thurston County government offices and facilities will be CLOSED FRIDAY, JULY 3 to observe Independence Day. Online services remain available 24/7 at ThurstonCountyWA.gov and County parks and the Waste & Recovery Center will remain open on regular schedules.
Thurston County's Fair team is at the Yelm Prairie Days Parade starting at 9AM TODAY, Saturday, June 27 in downtown Yelm, WA to promote the 2026 Thurston County Fair which runs from July 30-August 2. See our cow van & 2026 mascot Colonel Beaks. Fair info: ThurstonCountyFAIR.org
Consider volunteering at the next Thurston County Fix-it Fair on Wed., Aug. 19, 4–7 PM at Prosperity Grange! If you can troubleshoot bikes, small appliances, jewelry, clothing, or ceramics, join us!
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Event info thurstoncountywa.gov/departm…
Staff across the county continue to go above and beyond to provide essential programs and services for our community, earning #ThurstonCounty 30 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) - more than any other Washington county!
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Our Street Vendor Program was featured by the National Association of Counties (NACo) as a model for cutting red tape to make starting a food business easier. Check it out naco.org/news/partnerships-d… and learn more about the program on our website at thurstoncountywa.gov/departm…
Thurston County is looking for volunteers to serve on the Treatment Sales Tax (TST) Advisory Committee. TST funds support residents in local treatment courts, youth and family services, and community-based care. Learn more and consider applying: thurstoncountywa.gov/departm…
This Wednesday, June 24 is Thurston County Reunification Day. A time to celebrate families who have overcome some big hurdles, and the community partners who backed them every step of the way. From 6-8 PM at Hands On Children’s Museum in Olympia. 🎈🎉
The Board's next Business Meeting is Tuesday, June 23 at 2 PM. Join us in person, via Zoom or livestreamed on YouTube. In person at 3000 Pacific Ave SE, Olympia WA. YouTube at youtube.com/@ThurstonCountyW…. Find the Zoom link, agenda and details at thurstoncountywa.gov/meeting…
GOT WEEKEND PLANS? Head over to Thurston County Fairgrounds for The South Sound Makers Market SUMMER FUN FAIRE this Saturday, June 20, 10AM - 6PM & Sunday, June 21, 10 AM - 4PM! 80+ Vendors & Artisans. Food Trucks. Live Music & Fun! Details on our website thurstoncountywa.gov/events/…
All county administrative offices and facilities are closed today, Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Emergency services are unaffected. We will reopen on Monday, June 22. For information about County services visit our website at ThurstonCountyWA.gov
Reminder: The Building Development Center and permitting counter will close at 1:00 PM TODAY, Thu, Jun 18, 2026. We will be closed on Fri, Jun 19 for the Juneteenth holiday. Regular hours (8 a.m.–4 p.m.) resume Mon, Jun 22. thurstonpermits.org
All County administrative offices and facilities will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Emergency services will operate as usual. We will reopen on Monday, June 22. For information about County services visit our website at ThurstonCountyWA.gov
Summer fun! Marine Creature Mondays: Mondays, Jul 27–Aug 17, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM & 1:00 PM–2:00 PM @ Boston Harbor Marina. Nature Sleuths: Complete missions in our local parks! Earn limited-edition stickers & a chance to win prizes. Learn more: Streamteam.info.
The Thurston County Commissioners have their next Business Meeting on Tuesday, June 16 at 2 PM. Join in person at 3000 Pacific Ave SE, Olympia, WA or via Zoom. Find meeting agenda, livestream link and more details on the County's website at thurstoncountywa.gov/meeting…























