A new NCAA-approved soccer field, located on South Puget Sound Community College’s (SPSCC) Olympia campus, will serve as the home field for both SPSCC’s Clipper Soccer and local path to pro soccer club FC Olympia. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in expanding soccer opportunities for youth and adults across Thurston County. “This home field partnership will … [Read more...] about SPSCC and FC Olympia Announce Partnership for New Soccer Fields
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A New Location for Red Lantern Asian Fusion
When Red Lantern Asian Fusion unlocked the doors to its Olympia location on December 6, 2025, it wasn’t just the opening of a second restaurant — it was the continuation of a family story that began years earlier in Yelm. What started as a small, community-rooted eatery has grown into a regional favorite, and the move into downtown Olympia marks a milestone the family behind … [Read more...] about A New Location for Red Lantern Asian Fusion
Auburn Symphony Orchestra Names New Executive Director
At a young age, Gabi Galloway, the new Executive Director of the Auburn Symphony Orchestra, fell in love with the arts. The Fort Worth, Texas native went to California’s School of the Arts for her higher education and then returned to Texas to work at an art school there. When an opportunity for her husband to work in his field opened in the Puget Sound, the young couple jumped … [Read more...] about Auburn Symphony Orchestra Names New Executive Director
Team Red: New Beginnings For Those with Angel Wings!
When Judith Hoffman lost her husband in the Spring of 2025, she knew one thing. She wanted to sell her home of 38 years fast. “I remember meeting Kathy and Susan of Team RED at one of their Downsizers events at Wesley Homes, and when Kathy asked how soon I wanted to sell I told her yesterday,” said Judith. After a quick giggle, the team set out to make that wish a … [Read more...] about Team Red: New Beginnings For Those with Angel Wings!
Get it Fresh at Your Local Farmers Markets
As Spring settles over our area, the farmers markets come alive with color, community, and the unmistakable scent of fresh produce. These markets aren’t just places to shop—they’re weekly celebrations of local agriculture, creativity, and connection. In Pierce County, markets stretch from the shores of Gig Harbor to the foothills of Mount Rainier. The Proctor Farmers Market … [Read more...] about Get it Fresh at Your Local Farmers Markets