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Hearts, wallets in right place for children
The Hands On Children’s Museum held its “Imagine That! Breakfast” recently and by all accounts it was a tremendous success. The event is held to raise funds for the museum’s many free and reduced admission and education programs. The museum’s two major events, “Sand in the City” in August and the “Imagine That Breakfast” pay the way for hundreds of youngsters to enjoy the many excellent exhibits and activities sponsored by the museum. Patty Belmonte, executive director of the Hands On Children’s Museum said: “This was our most successful breakfast event to date, raising nearly $80,000 to support more than 15 free education programs including free Fridays, free field trips, free outreach, free parenting classes, reduced military memberships, support group programs, guest artists, educators and performers. The generous support from this event keeps the museum open to all children and families, regardless of their ability to pay.” Indian Summer’s ballroom was packed with elected and community leaders, many of whom talked about the importance of early childhood education and how the museum contributes to early learning. Olympia City Councilman Craig Ottavelli was master of ceremonies and challenged individuals in attendance to join the museum’s “leadership circle” by pledging a minimum of $1,000 on the spot. He had all 10 slots filled within a minute, a clear demonstration of the strong community support the museum enjoys. That support will be pivotal as the museum moves from its Capitol Campus location into a new building on the port of Olympia property scheduled for construction next summer.
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City should watch that parking spat doesn't overheat
The city of Olympia has declared a private home in the South Capitol neighborhood a public nuisance because more than six commercial events or parties have been held there in the last year in violation of state law.
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In county's battle of egos, only the taxpayers lose
The battle of egos between Thurston County Sheriff Dan Kimball and the three county commissioners took another turn recently when Kimball won all of his court motions, including a move to force the county to pay his legal bills.
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Cuts threaten social services
Nonprofit organizations, including Safeplace, Community Action Council, CHOICE Regional Health Network and Together, could take a financial hit next year if Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and Thurston County officials reduce or eliminate funding for the Human Services Review Council.
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This election cycle is a celebration of disclosure
Today is Election Day. Voters must make certain that their ballots carry today's postmark. Ballot drop boxes that are scattered across the county will be open until 8 p.m. when Auditor Kim Wyman and her election staff plan to release the initial election results. (Look for the latest results at www.theolympian.com).
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Uptick of home purchases proves encouraging
There is little doubt that the $8,000 federal tax credit for first-time homebuyers has help spark the nation's economic recovery.
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The Olympian endorsements for 2009
Today, The Olympian's editorial board provides a summary of endorsements for Tuesday's general election. During the last month, The Olympian has offered recommendations on two statewide ballot propositions and contested port, county, city and school board races.
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SPSCC benefits from Mason's tireless work
• Thumbs up: Holly Mason
• Thumbs down: Burglars
• Thumbs up: Safe Halloween
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Short leash on Wall Street moguls is long overdue
Turns out there are at least some strings attached to the $700 billion financial bailout of Wall Street financial institutions and the auto industry.
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The census is much more than counting heads
The U.S. Census Bureau faces some unique challenges next year when it tackles the 2010 Census.
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