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Thurston County and City of Yelm to Hold Public Hearing on Yelm Joint Plan
The Thurston County and City of Yelm Planning Commissions will hold a public hearing on Monday, July 10, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. or soon thereafter to receive public testimony on the City of Yelm and Thurston County Joint Plan.
June 30, 2023
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Thurston County Offices Closed Tuesday for Independence Day Holiday
Thurston County government offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. All offices will reopen for regular business Wednesday, July 5.
June 29, 2023
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Toxic Algae Health Advisory in Effect for Lake Lawrence
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services is reporting a toxic algae bloom at Lake Lawrence. Lab results show toxin levels of Microcystins at the sample site at Lake Lawrence are 28 ug/L and Anatoxins <MDL.
June 28, 2023
Closures, Health
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Board of County Commissioners to Hold Three Week Summer Recess
The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners will enact a summer recess and no board briefings or regular meetings will occur from Monday, June 26 through Friday, July 14, 2023.
June 16, 2023
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Board of County Commissioners to Hold Public Hearing on Terry Open Space Tax Program Application
The Thurston Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing June 20, 2023, at 3:30 p.m., or soon thereafter, to accept public comment on the Terry Open Space Tax Program application.
June 12, 2023
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Swimmer’s Itch Reported at Long Lake Park in Lacey and Clear Lake Located Southwest of Yelm
Swimmer’s Itch Reported at Long Lake Park in Lacey and Clear Lake Located Southwest of Yelm
June 09, 2023