Following a highly successful inaugural year, the INSPIRE Women’s Business Conference is returning to Great Wolf Lodge on Thursday, May 22. Presented by the Washington Center for Women in Business and Thurston Economic Development Council, the daylong event will feature speakers, breakout sessions, awards, and a 50-booth vendor hall filled with many women-owned businesses from … [Read more...] about Inspire 2025 Women’s Business Conference
Neighbor Guide
Sound and Vision Living: Elevate Your Home Environment
When you are exploring the delights of historic downtown Olympia, be sure to step through the door at Sound and Vision Living. In a relatively small space, you will find an abundant choice of interesting and thoughtful home décor pieces. It’s fun to look at everything. Owners Dan and Nicole Durden are typically on hand to meet visitors and make friends. “It’s my favorite store … [Read more...] about Sound and Vision Living: Elevate Your Home Environment
Panowicz Jewelers: Three Generations of Serving the Local Community
Panowicz Jewelers has passed to its third generation of ownership in the family: Leslie Panowicz, granddaughter of late founder Anton Panowicz, Sr., is now the owner. After seven decades, Panowicz Jewelers still holds true to its founding of a legacy of quality, integrity and value. “As a store we genuinely care about our customers,” shared Leslie. “One of our favorite … [Read more...] about Panowicz Jewelers: Three Generations of Serving the Local Community
Enrolling in School in Thurston County
Parents have more options than ever before in choosing an academic environment that best fits the needs of their student. In Thurston County, there are 60 public primary schools, 17 public high schools, and 19 private schools that are approved by the Board of Education. Eight school districts provide primary and secondary education to the majority of Thurston County’s students. … [Read more...] about Enrolling in School in Thurston County
Indian Summer Golf Club: The Benchmark for Hospitality in Olympia
Indian Summer Golf & Country Club, a semi-private golf and country club in Olympia, includes a picturesque 18-hole championship golf course and a beautiful 33,000-square-foot clubhouse with the Embers Restaurant & Lounge and a full-service golf shop. This convenient location, coupled with its ability to host events for 300+ attendees, offers Thurston County residents an … [Read more...] about Indian Summer Golf Club: The Benchmark for Hospitality in Olympia