The winner of the 2022 Washington Center Anacker Scholarship for the Arts is Camille McLean. Camille is graduating from Olympia High School where she has served as concertmaster of the Chamber Orchestra. She has also been involved in Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia for six years including being the concertmaster for the Conservatory Orchestra. Camille plays the violin and … [Read more...] about Wa Center Announces Scholarship for the Arts
New Neighbors Guide Thurston County
Josh Deck New President and CEO at OlyFed
After more than 38 years with OlyFed, Lori Drummond will retire as the bank’s President and CEO on June 30. Promoted from within, like most of the team at OlyFed, Drummond started her career as the bank’s receptionist in 1984 and now leaves a remarkable legacy for the bank to continue to thrive as the go-to financial institution for local families and small businesses. Named … [Read more...] about Josh Deck New President and CEO at OlyFed
Capitol City Honda: Reputation – A Family Tradition
Kelly Levesque, owner of Capitol City Honda, understands better than most what it means to do business in your hometown. According to Kelly, “It means your neighbors are buying from you and it is so important that they walk out of our dealership feeling great about their purchase. Our reputation depends upon it.” At Capitol City Honda, that reputation was earned by Kelly’s … [Read more...] about Capitol City Honda: Reputation – A Family Tradition
10 Ways to Relax in Nature and Stress Less
Here are 10 relaxing nature activities that will rejuvenate your mind, from the simple to the life-changing. Savor the scenery.Movies beaming with CGI on 4K televisions dazzle our imaginations, but you won’t always find the most mind-blowing spectacles on a screen. When was the last time you got up early to watch the sunrise, or ventured to the nearest hilltop to watch it … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Relax in Nature and Stress Less
Washington’s Lottery: Where the Money Goes
When Washington’s Lottery was established in 1982, its purpose was to provide revenue for the State General Fund, which supports schools, human services programs, natural resources, and other government programs. In 2000, voters approved an action for Washington’s Lottery proceeds to primarily benefit education. More than 20 years later, Washington’s Lottery continues to … [Read more...] about Washington’s Lottery: Where the Money Goes