A 5-month-old baby died after a vehicle caught fire outside a home in Tumwater on Tuesday. Deputies and fire personnel responded around 12:10 p.m. to the 300 block of 93rd Avenue SE after receiving a report of a vehicle fully engulfed in flames with an infant still inside in a car seat, according to the…
Finding great hidden gem restaurants in Olympia isn’t always about chasing the newest opening or the busiest dining room. Sometimes the best meals come from the places locals quietly recommend to friends—the family-owned taco shop tucked inside a gas station, the food truck with a loyal following, or the neighborhood restaurant you’ve driven past dozens…
What makes a place truly livable often comes down to a mix of affordability, schools, safety, and everyday quality of life — and in Thurston County, some communities are standing out more than others. New 2026 rankings from Niche highlight the top communities in Thurston County based on those factors, using a mix of public…
