Podcasts about Thurston County

2pm - GUEST: Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders // AGREE TO DISAGREE: Rotisserie chicken and e-bikes for kids // WE HEAR YOU! and WORDS TO LIVE BY

On the 280th episode, hosts Aaron VanTuyl and Eric Schwartz discuss raw milk in Idaho, a feature on a sheriff candidate, a tax proposal for safety, a column from a divisive columnist, and coming for the Thurston County sheriff on Facebook.Sponsored by:Goebel Septic Roof DoctorAmericool CrossCounty Mortgage Jacek GillispieThe Farm StoreEmail us at chroniclenewsdump@gmail.com.

On May 20, 2016, multiple 911 calls reported a black Chrysler Sebring drifting across multiple lanes of Interstate 5 south of Tumwater, Washington — with no one at the wheel. When authorities searched the car, they found a wallet, phone, keys, cash, and curiously a bag of snacks still sitting upright in the center console. What they didn't find was 19-year-old Logan Schiendelman. Ten years later, no one knows what happened to him.The week he disappeared, Logan sent a text to a young woman he'd met on a dating app. It read: "I hope to survive this week." Those six haunting words are as unexplained as the disappearance that followed.In this episode we cover over ten years of questions in one of Thurston County's most baffling unsolved disappearances - a young man navigating identity, a cryptic message in the days prior, and a mystery that has never been resolved. The community gathered just this month to mark a decade without answers - but not without hope. If you have information about Logan's disappearance, contact the Thurston County Sheriff's Office at 360-786-5500. A $15,000 reward is available for information leading to his recovery.Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. Sources

Suspect arrested after vandalizing Thurston County courthouse, taking down American flag. On Memorial Day, Washington honors the fallen while veterans sleep on its streets. Less Washington drivers traveled for this year’s Memorial Day Weekend. EV drivers got a free ride on federal roads for years, and a Democrat just admitted it. Students in Head Start programs are fearful of immigration enforcement. // Guest: Jeff Reynolds has monitored the Seattle real estate market for 20 years and he says we could be seeing unprecedented wealth transfer out of the state. // Actor Gary Sinise says he’s saved quite a bit of money as a result of moving out of California.

Exclusive: King County quietly doubled the damage necessary to charge vandalism as a felony — and didn’t tell anyone. TPUSA event at the University of Washington featuring detransitioner Chloe Cole postponed after threats from Antia, anti-Israel groups. Guest: Former Spokane City Councilman Jonathan Bingle is running for the state legislature. // Big Local: Far-Left activists tried to get the Bellevue City Council to not ban protests outside officials’ homes. Thurston County leaders are asking for a salary freeze. A new audit says a Washington school district is missing roughly 1,000 Chromebook laptops. // You Pick the Topic: A very weird lawsuit on GLP-1 coverage.

On the evening of March 6, 2009, Nancy Moyer stopped at a grocery store in Tenino, Washington, paid by check, and drove home.  After that night, she was never seen again. She left behind her purse, her keys, her car, and two wine glasses on the coffee table.  When Bill, her husband from whom she had separated, brought their daughters back two days later, he found the front door ajar, the lights still on – and no Nancy.  Her purse was inside.  Her keys were inside.  Her car was in the driveway.  She was not the kind of woman who walked away.This episode details the sixteen-year search for answers in one of Thurston County's most haunting cold cases — a case with two persons of interest, a decade of dead ends, a 911 confession that was taken back the next day, and a mother of two who has never been found.Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. Sources

A 15-year-old was attacked near a Northgate bus stop. Marco Rubio went viral over what his hope for America is. Guest: Owner of Bluewater Bistro in Leschi Bart Evans says his business is suffering because of Seattle’s marina redevelopment project. // Big Local: The Port of Port Townsend is dropping social media. The head of Parks Tacoma is stepping down due to the agency’s massive budget shortfall. Sheriff Derek Sanders asks to have own salary frozen amid ‘tough economic conditions’ plaguing Thurston County. // You Pick the Topic: Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is receiving backlash for saying their coffee is “affordable.”

VIDEO GUEST - DONOVAN JOJOLA - IT’S TIME TO LET 16 YEAR OLDS VOTE // Donovan is a junior at Capital High School in Olympia, co-chair of the Olympia Youth Council and a civic organizer for youth in Thurston County. // Let 16-year-olds vote in WA; they’re ready //  Should 16 and 17-year-olds to be able to vote in next general election, government plans // John’s Katie Wilson “endorsement” is quite the divisive topic online // Ted Turner, Who Shaped Cable TV and Launched CNN, Has Died at 87

On this month's episode of Conservation Starters, guest host Sarah Moorehead, sits down with Thurston County Commissioner Carolina Mejia, Thurston County Commissioner Wayne Fournier, Aslan Meade from Thurston Economic Development Council, and Jennifer Colvin from Colvin Ranch to discuss new pathways to strengthening our local food infrastructure. In Thurston County, our farms and ranches are more than just part of the landscape, they are part of who we are. They feed our families, steward our natural resources, and sustain a way of life rooted in connection to the land. But for years, local producers have faced a growing challenge: limited access to meat processing. Animals were transported long distances, costs increased, and small and mid-sized operations struggled to stay viable. Now, that's changing. A new USDA-certified meat processing facility in Thurston County is creating a critical link in our local food system: bringing processing capacity closer to home, expanding opportunities for farmers and ranchers, and increasing access to locally raised food for our community. This project is the result of strong local partnerships. Producers, public leaders, and organizations, including the Thurston Conservation District, are working together to advance practical, community-driven solutions. It reflects our shared commitment to voluntary stewardship, thriving working lands, and a resilient, locally rooted economy. At its heart, this is about more than infrastructure. It's about ensuring that Thurston County remains a place where agriculture can thrive, communities stay connected to their food, and future generations can continue to steward the land. Tune in to learn more!Resources:Thurston Economic Development CouncilThurston County Commissioner Wayne FournierThurston County Commissioner Carolina MejiaColvin RanchAgriculture Innovation ParkRegional Agricultural Development

Deputy Commissioner Walter Burton declined the state's emergency motion to unblock SB 5974, keeping a Thurston County judge's preliminary ruling in place as sheriffs in 35 of Washington's 39 counties file to run for election. The law would set new qualifications and create an administrative path to remove elected sheriffs from office. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wa-supreme-court-rejects-states-attempt-to-unblock-sheriff-eligibility-law/ #WASheriff #SB5974 #WashingtonSupremeCourt #LawEnforcement #WashingtonState #ElectedSheriff #Politics #WashingtonStateStandard

Judge Adam Walser denied emergency relief for four constitutional sheriffs challenging SB 5974, shipping the case to Thurston County while the law takes effect in days. Nancy Churchill exposes how visiting judges from Lincoln County and local presiding judges ducked their constitutional duty to protect voter-elected law enforcement from removal by unelected bureaucrats. The Criminal Justice Training Commission gains power to strip badges without jury trials or voter input. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-cowards-in-black-robes/ #Opinion #Sheriffs #Constitution #EasternWashington #Politics #JudicialAccountability #VoterRights #LawEnforcement #Washington #Democracy

Industrial Advisors Q1 2026 Recap: Vacancy Hits 10.3%, Deliveries Drive Negative Absorption, Activity Rising Bill Condon and Matt McGregor recap Q1 2026 industrial market conditions, noting overall vacancy reached 10.3% (first time above 10% in their careers) and net absorption around negative 1 million square feet, pressured by roughly 3.1 million square feet of deliveries and ongoing subleasing. Despite weak headline numbers, they cite increased leasing activity, including seven deals over 100,000 square feet (four new deals) and expect about 6 million square feet of large deals to be signed in coming quarters, with the hosts predicting positive absorption in Q2 followed by a strong year. Submarket vacancies include Pierce County at 12.8%, Kent Valley at 10.3%, North end 8.7%, Eastside 7.1%, and Thurston County 6.9%. Construction is slowing (about 1.5 million square feet under construction across four buildings), while investment sales totaled $226 million, led by Gateway North at $76 million and Aries' $40 million acquisition. 0:00 Intro and Q1 2026 Market Recap 0:45 Vacancy Hits 10.3% 2:05 Negative Absorption and What's Driving It 3:20 6 Million Square Feet of Large Deals Ahead 5:05 Submarket Breakdown Across the Region 7:10 Seven Leases Over 100,000 SF 8:30 Construction Pipeline Slows Sharply 9:40 Notable Investment Sales in Q1 11:15 Oldest Vacancies and Tenant Opportunities 13:10 Q2 Outlook and Market Forecast

We all do it, something breaks, you just get a new one. Why bother to repair it. But in Thurston County, Washington they have a better idea, a Fix-It Fair where you can repair your old items and keep them out of the landfill. Brought to you by The Good Government Institute, bringing together proven ideas, principled leaders, and real-world solutions to strengthen how we govern—not by reinventing the system, but by advancing what already works. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: HelloNation Ourco Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy (Apple Podcasts | Spotify) How to Really Run a City Leading Iowa: Good Government in Iowa's Cities (Apple Podcasts | Spotify) The Good Government Show is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it. The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Host/Reporter: David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

This week, we're joined by TCD's Executive Director, Sarah Moorehead, for an inside look at what's new at TCD. We dive into our exciting new strategic plan and the behind-the-scenes work that brought it to life. We also share important updates on our 2026 budget, including rates and charges renewal, and tackle some common misconceptions about Conservation Districts. Plus, don't miss a few updates about the podcast itself. Tune in to stay connected!Resources:Check out our 2026 - 2030 Strategic PlanLearn more about Rates and ChargesView our 2026 Annual Budget

Trump calls out Joe Kent. Democrats continue to peddle dishonest arguments about the SAVE Act. // Big Local: The Tacoma News Tribune says use of force against people of color in Pierce County is too high. A suspect with 97 prior arrests was taken into custody in Thurston County. The Seattle Area Feline Rescue in Shoreline is throwing a ‘Kitten Shower.’ // You Pick the Topic: Young people and boomers are talking to each other to treat loneliness.

On this BONUS ENCORE EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY, Feliks Banel speaks with three-term Republican former Washington Secretary of State Sam Reed about the history and origins of voting by mail in Washington state. This conversation was recorded in September 2025. Secretary Reed was in office from 2001 to 2013, and previously served as the elected auditor of Thurston County. In this earlier role, he was one of the first public officials to support efforts to adopt voting by mail in the Evergreen State back in the early 1980s. Washington became the second all-vote-by-mail state in 2011; Oregon was first a decade earlier. With Trump Administration legislation before Congress which would effectively outlaw voting by mail - and, in addition, the US Supreme Court's expected decision in a case from Mississippi which might also impact Washington state - it was critical to listen again to Secretary Reed and learn the history and context for the practice in the state of Washington, and also look ahead to what might happen should the Trump effort proceed. CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms' quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes.

Carleen Johnson hosts The Washington in Focus Daily, a review of some of the top headlines concerning taxpayers in Washington State. On today's show, the new income tax has still not been signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson, a new home energy ordinance in Thurston County is facing backlash, and gas prices are soaring in Washington. Read more at TheCenterSquare.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Washington lawmakers decide to virtue signal by replacing the term ‘alien’ with ‘noncitizen.’ The Seattle City Council is considering a proposal to add more shelter beds ahead of the World Cup. Guest: Dawn Baker with the Thurston County Realtors Association on Olympia and Thurston County’s energy score mandate. // Big Local: Pierce County is moving forward with a ban on new detention facilities. The Chair of Puyallup’s planning commission claimed she received death threats, but that may have been made up. // You Pick the Topic: How accurate is ChatGPT really?

Thurston County is considering a new ordinance that would require homeowners to obtain an energy score before listing their homes for sale. This proposal is raising concerns about additional costs and potential burdens on homeowners. Critics argue that the mandate could negatively impact housing prices and create unnecessary hurdles for sellers. This move is part of a broader trend towards energy efficiency regulations, but its impact on the Thurston County housing market remains to be seen. Stay tuned as we delve into the details of this controversial proposal and its potential consequences for homeowners in the region.

What’s Trending: A taco shop in west Seattle that was broken into, iPads were taken and sentimental value was also lost. Dem Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania is calling out Democrats for refusing to attend President Trump’s State of the Union Address. There are numerous kids that are suspending their students that walk out and join the ICE protests during school hours. The Portland Public School District is being sued over issues with discrimination, Vice President and Legal Fellow at Defending Education joins the show to talk more about it. // Big Local: There is a new policy being proposed in Thurston County for people who want to sell their home; you will need to get your home graded for its energy efficiency. Researchers at WSU are trying to uncover the secret behind the skin of pigs and they want to try and create regenerative skin tissue for humans. // Jake Skorheim joins the show to talk about the Epstein files and how this shakes up the dynamic between the Royal Family with the possibility that Price Andrew gave up classified information. 

The boys are joined by Sheriff Derek Sanders of Thurston County, Washington, to discuss the infamous "What are you doing here?" Karen video and much more!! Check out our sponsors!! American Financing NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-890-8585 for details about credit costs and terms. Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Antihero Human Performance Team (promo code "HERO" for 20% off!) https://hp-trt.com/ GhostBed (promo code "ANTIHERO" for 10% off!) https://www.ghostbed.com/pages/antiheroutm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=antihero Elevated Silence (promo code "ANTIHERO15" for 15% off!) https://elevatedsilence.com Venjenz (promo code "ANTIHERO" for 15% off!) https://venjenz.com/ Counter Culture Inc. (promo code "ANTIHERO" for 15% off!) https://countercultureincthreads.com Flatline Fiber Co. (promo code ANTIHERO15 for 15% off!) flatlinefiberco.com Goon Tape (promo code antihero15 for 15% off!!) https://goontape.com/ Crave Creatine Gummies (promo code ANTIHERO15 for 15% off!!) https://trycrave.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The federal government is looking into an alleged assault that took place in Puyallup School District when a biological boy was competing in a girls’ wrestling match. There were two separate shootings in Seattle yesterday. Does the Seahawks Super Bowl victory increase Seattle’s chances of bringing the Sonics back? // A lunatic bothers a Thurston County deputy for no reason. // The NY Times is changing its position on legalizing pot.

5pm: A Thurston County Sheriff's Deputy encounters the world’s most elite Karen // Thurston County Sheriff Sanders responds by giving the deputy a commendation // Guest – Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders // Will Katie Wilson turn off Seattle’s surveillance cameras? // Know-It-All Quiz // Letters

Every December in Olympia, Washington, the sound of Christmas isn't just bells ringing—it's engines revving. For one incredible day, thousands of bikers fill the streets, each with toys strapped to their motorcycles—dolls, skateboards, games, stuffed animals—all destined for children who might otherwise go without. It's the annual Olympia Toy Run, and for 48 years, this event has brought together riders from all over the region for one shared purpose: bringing joy to kids at Christmas. Those toys, thousands of them, end up at The Salvation Army, where they become part of the Toy and Joy program—helping families across Thurston County celebrate Christmas with dignity and love. Today, we'll talk with Captain Amelia Mott from The Salvation Army in Olympia about how the Toy Run helps meet real needs in the community—and later, we'll catch up with Santa Joe, the biker who started and has led this joyful ride year after year. Because generosity doesn't always come wrapped with ribbons and bows. Sometimes, it comes roaring down the street on two wheels. EPISODE SHOWNOTES: Read more. BE AFFIRMED. Get the Good Words email series. JOIN THE HOPEFULS. Get inside the group. WHAT'S YOUR CAUSE? Take our quiz. BE INSPIRED. Follow us on Instagram. DO GOOD. Give to The Salvation Army.

Tucked into rural Thurston County, Bucoda is not just another small Northwest town. It carries a chilling legacy and transforms every October into Boo Coda, Washington's self-proclaimed haunted hotspot.In this episode, we uncover the ghost-laced story of Bucoda. From its original name, Seatco, meaning “evil spirit” or “devil” in a native language, to the dark remains of Washington's first territorial prison, the town carries whispers of tortured inmates, tragic accidents, and restless souls. We explore the haunted gym that hosts the annual Scary Nights Haunted House, the legends of ghostly figures along the train tracks, and how the living residents embrace Bucoda's eerie reputation as both a point of pride and a source of fear.Edited by Maxwell Holechek

A Thurston County judge granted C-TRAN a preliminary injunction against WSDOT, ruling the state agency cannot withhold millions in grant funding while the board composition issue is being resolved. The decision ensures transit services continue uninterrupted for Clark County residents. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/judge-grants-c-tran-injunction-against-wsdot/ #Vancouver #Olympia #CTRAN #WSDOT #Transit #CourtRuling #ClarkCounty #PublicTransportation

New tax hikes went into effect today across Washington and it’s hurting nonprofits, not just businesses. Chuck Schumer had a funny audio/visual gaffe while being asked about the shutdown by CNN. Guest: Mike Columbo, Partner at Dhillon Law Group and Republican National Lawyers Assoc. Board of Directors on the indictment of James Comey. // Big Local: Residents of Thurston County are urging the board of commissioners to not make budget cuts to the sheriff’s office. A toddler in Hartline found a live grenade in his yard. It’s Salmon Days in Issaquah. // You Pick the Topic: Former Fox host Leland Vittert told a jarring story about an interview he did with a Palestinian woman.

A Thurston County judge granted C-TRAN a temporary restraining order against WSDOT, blocking threatened funding cuts tied to board representation, with a hearing set for Oct. 3. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/thurston-county-judge-grants-c-tran-restraining-order-against-wsdot/ #CTRAN #WSDOT #ClarkCounty #Transportation #TransitFunding #CourtRuling #PublicInterest #Vancouver #BoardRepresentation

Jon Hubbell and Diane Malone shared stories of how they found ways to help people in need. Ron told of repelling down the front of a building in Lach. The goal was to raise $1000 for Thurston County Networks and Jon said proudly that the goal was exceeded. Diane added Sponsored Food Help for Thurston County was receiving help from and for Thurston County families in need. In small towns, residents rely on informal and formal networks to provide mutual support, from exchanging practical assistance to organizing community-wide aid projects. In these close-knit communities, social ties are stronger, and neighbors often know each other well, which builds trust and a collective sense of responsibility. Small-town help often happens spontaneously and informally, relying on a sense of shared community. Checking on each other: It is common for neighbors to keep an eye on one another, particularly the elderly or those who live alone. They notice when a neighbor's routine changes or when they haven't been seen in a while. Providing practical assistance: Neighbors lend a hand with day-to-day tasks. This includes things like sharing extra produce from a garden, mowing a recent widower's lawn, or bringing in a neighbor's trash can. Offering help during a crisis: In times of illness or family tragedy, residents will rally to support those in need. For example, they might cook and deliver meals, run errands, or organize carpooling. Sharing and borrowing resources: A culture of reciprocity allows neighbors to borrow infrequently used items, such as tools or lawnmowers. Sharing resources helps everyone and builds a stronger bond. Supporting new residents: In many small towns, newcomers are welcomed with friendly introductions and invitations to gatherings. Some communities compile welcome guides with information on local amenities and businesses. Organized efforts led by community groups are also a vital part of the small-town support system. Grassroots and mutual aid networks: Formed by local residents, these groups respond to specific community needs by providing food, delivering groceries, or checking in on people. These networks operate on the principle of reciprocal support. Community events and fundraising: Residents come together for social and charitable events, which are central to fostering community spirit. Examples include: 15 ideas to improve community spirit - Eden Project Communities15 ideas to improve community spirit * 1) Host a Big Lunch. You can hold a Big Lunch anytime, anywhere! ... * 2) Start a private WhatsApp, Facebook or Nextdoor What do you do when the restaurant wants a cash tip, but you don't have enough cash and all you have is a card? This annoys me a lot—nail salons love pulling this routine. Tell them they can choose between no tip or one charged on a card. This policy is purely for their convenience. I have no problem paying a tip in cash if I have cash in my wallet, but I'm not going to empty my wallet for the restaurant's co… How do you feel about the idea of selling traditional street foods like Phuchka at high prices in fancy settings? If people are willing to buy cheap food at inflated prices, that's their choice. If there's a demand for legal substances and someone can meet that demand, why not? It's most important that we all look for places to make a changes - and let us know.. We can make a difference. Dorothy@itsnevertoolate.com Informal support through neighborly exchangesFormal support through community organizationsFuture of Cities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

West Coast alliance releases vaccine recommendations, Army helicopter crashes in Thurston County, and Seattle Children's Hospital announces layoffs. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clark County deputies arrested a 17-year-old after shots were fired during an attempted vehicle prowl near Heritage High School. The suspect fled, fired eight rounds toward a victim, and was later caught with a stolen firearm tied to Thurston County warrants. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/deputies-arrest-juvenile-suspect-after-shots-fired-during-attempted-auto-prowl/ #VancouverWA #PublicSafety #CCSO #JuvenileCrime #ShotsFired #StolenFirearm #LawEnforcement

Washington, Oregon, and California are forming a coalition to give out their own vaccine guidance in defiance of changes made by the CDC. Seattle schools are dealing with a drop in enrollment and a budget deficit. // Big Local: The North Shore School District is instituting a cell phone ban in classrooms. Schools in Spokane bought hundreds of fans in order to deal with the sweltering heat on the first day of class. A man who authorities call the most dangerous driver in Washington was arrested in Thurston County. The FBI says the bones found at a campsite near Leavenworth are not the bones of Travis Decker. // You Pick the Topic: Why are so many people crying at work?

On this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY, Feliks Banel speaks with three-term Republican former Washington Secretary of State Sam Reed about the history of voting by mail in Washington state. Secretary Reed was in office from 2001 to 2013, and previously served as the elected auditor of Thurston County. In this earlier role, he was one of the first public officials to support efforts to adopt voting by mail in the Evergreen State back in the early 1980s. Washington became the second all-vote-by-mail state in 2011; Oregon was first a decade earlier. With recent talk from the Trump Administration of a federal effort to end voting by mail – which, on its face, is likely unconstitutional – it seemed like a good time to speak with Secretary Reed and learn some of the history and context for the practice in the state of Washington, and also look ahead to what might happen should the federal effort proceed. CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms' quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes.

"Serial killers in the past have often been found to have started with animal torture."In October 2017, the mutilated body of a cat was found in a rural area outside of Olympia, Washington. At the time, people tried to explain it away. Maybe it was a car. Maybe coyotes. Nobody wanted to consider the alternative.But as winter turned into 2018, more fragments turned up. Severed limbs in a field outside of Lacey, a suburb outside of Olympia. Another partial body a week later. No witnesses, no clear pattern, just grisly remains. Maybe it was scavengers, some insisted. But the unease had started...Research, writing, hosting, and production by Micheal WhelanLearn more about this podcast at http://unresolved.meIf you would like to support this podcast, consider heading to https://www.patreon.com/unresolvedpod to become a Patron or ProducerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unresolved--3266604/support.

Some people are on the sidelines, waiting for you to split up with your spouse // Cannabis sales down in WA / More than 200 animals rescued from poor living conditions in Thurston County // AGREE TO DISAGREE: Is Gen-x really nostalgic or are they trauma-bonded? // WE HEAR YOU! and WORDS TO LIVE BY

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez represents Washington’s 3rd District, which encompasses Clark, Cowlitz, Lewis, Pacific, Wahkiakum, and Skamania counties and a smidge of Thurston County. It’s a relatively rural district that has voted for President Trump three times. Somehow, she has been able to convince a good number of those Trump voters to ALSO send her, a Democrat, to Congress. And that’s put Gluesenkamp Perez in a unique and small club of Democrats being asked to diagnose their party’s problems and come up with a vision for the future. So what does it take to lead from a vulnerable seat, and what are the lessons Democrats can draw from what’s happening in Southwest Washington? One of those might be – figure out the solution to the gerontocracy in Congress. GUEST: Rep. Marie Gluesenkam Perez RELATED LINKS: House Democrat floats radical solution to Congress' age problem Gluesenkamp Perez Statement on Senate Passage of Budget Reconciliation Bill How a Red-District Democrat Is Navigating Trump | The Ezra Klein Show Yes, Car Headlights Are Too Damn Bright Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thurston County in Washington announces marriage license price hike to help pay for an issue often tied to marriage, 'Old People Smell' is a real thing and it can apparently be 'cured' with mushrooms, New mark set for 'World's Largest Cheese Tasting' and I think this is a record we could break with your help!!

“No Kings” rallies are expected in Seattle over the weekend. A Thurston County family wants justice after a man was killed in a reckless act. Inmates at McNiel Island are not getting enough sex offense treatment. Tim Walz once again reminds us that we dodged a bullet last November. // LongForm: GUEST: Fox News host Harris Faulkner on weekend protests, Alex Padilla's ridiculous stunt, and Saturday's military parade. // Quick Hit: New data shows what Washington car thieves are going after most.

An Olympia teacher declares he ‘kills fascists’ and the district defends it as free speech. Wild police body cam footage out of Thurston County as a hit-and-run suspect attacked a deputy with a helmet. We Heart Seattle helped clear trash from Kinnear Park with volunteers that used to be homeless. // LongForm: GUEST: Pierce County Deputy Sheriff’s Guild President is telling his members that if they're looking for more pay, they'll have to work elsewhere. // Quick Hit: Bob Ferguson quietly vetoed a bill to help protect liberal policies raises cost of living.

What’s Trending: Antifa and others attacked Christian worshipers and Bruce Harrell finds himself in a political and legal predicament Members of the Thurston County community are outraged after an Olympia man was arrested by ICE, but there’s a major detail local media isn’t telling you. // CBS Anchor and partisan hack Scott Pelley went on an anti-Trump diatribe during his commencement address at Wake Forest University. Trump is ending all federal grants with Harvard. NPR is suing the Trump administration on 1st Amendment grounds for cutting their funding. // A crazy lady on TikTok says white people care more about their pets than they care about black people.

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments today over nationwide and injunctions and birthright citizenship. A Thurston County man is behind bars for allegedly threatening an attorney and attacking deputies. The tolls on SR 99 are going up again. // LongForm: GUEST: Scott St. Clair’s son is a USAF veteran and is currently being held hostage by the Maduro regime in Venezuela. // Quick Hit: Anonymous UW faculty defended antisemitic students accused of causing $1 million in damage and celebrated Hamas.

3pm: Guest - Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders // Thurston County sheriff on arrest of 10-time felon who shot at deputies // FBI releases new details in arrest of Thurston County fugitive wanted for shooting at deputies // Today in History // 1982 - “Ebony And Ivory” begins a seven-week run at #1 on the pop charts // SNL Spoof from 1982 // John split his pants at an auction in San Francisco

6pm: Guest - Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders // Thurston County sheriff on arrest of 10-time felon who shot at deputies // FBI releases new details in arrest of Thurston County fugitive wanted for shooting at deputies // Today in History // 1982 - “Ebony And Ivory” begins a seven-week run at #1 on the pop charts // SNL Spoof from 1982 // John split his pants at an auction in San Francisco

Qatar is going reportedly going to purchase 150 Boeing aircraft. Trump kicked off his Middle East tour in Saudi Arabia today. The Wisconsin judge that tried to help an illegal immigrant escape ICE custody has been indicted by a federal grand jury. Governor Ferguson signed a bill into a law aimed at cracking down on speeding. // Big Local: Residents of Decatur Island are pushing back against the expansion of solar panels on the island. A Tacoma church opened up dozens of new affordable housing units. A bout of road rage has left one person dead in Olympia. The suspect that engaged in a high-speed shootout with Thurston County deputies has been arrested. // You Pick the Topic: A retired British police officer is suing after he was arrested for ‘thought crime.’  

Socialist Shaun Scott illegally blocked people on X. President Trump signed an executive order today intended to lower prescription drug prices. Guest: Attorney Josh Bleisch gives an update on UW professor Stuart Reges’s lawsuit against the school for viewpoint discrimination. // Big Local: A Puyallup mother was arrested after her 5-year-old son died from fentanyl poisoning. Thurston County deputies engaged in a high-speed shootout with a suspect that attempted to escape. Washington State Patrol rescued ducklings that were stuck on the highway. // You Pick the Topic: Companies are starting to talk tougher with employees and are letting them know they are expendable.

Dirk Marler is a longtime advocate for unifying Washington's fragmented court system. As a Yakima County District Court judge from 1988 to 2003, Marler experienced firsthand the confusion caused by the state's patchwork of local courts. Later, as head of the court services division at the Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts, he participated in a major early-2000s initiative called "Justice in Jeopardy", which aimed to modernize and regionalize the courts. Today, he help us parse the large issues in play as the City of Olympia and Thurston County negotiate how to combine our court systems. InvestigateWest: ‘It's an uphill battle': Decades-long effort to unify Washington's court system again falls short Washington Courts: Justice in Jeopardy

How A Handy Man Took Out 82 Year Old Grandma And Buried Her In Concrete Beneath Shed He Was Building A Washington state handyman has been charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, and unlawful disposal of human remains after authorities say he tortured and killed an 82-year-old woman before concealing her body in concrete beneath a shed on another property. Jeffrey Zizz, 47, is accused of murdering Marcia Norman, 82, a woman he had known and maintained a friendly relationship with, following dinner plans on April 1. According to Thurston County investigators, Zizz brutally assaulted Norman over the course of several hours before killing her and attempting to cover up the crime. “This investigation is one you cannot unsee,” said Thurston County Coroner Gary Warnock during a press conference Monday. “In nearly 25 years in this office, this is the worst case I've witnessed.” Norman's remains were discovered encased in concrete on a separate property where Zizz was also conducting business. Court documents revealed that her wrists and ankles were bound with long black Velcro straps and that she had suffered both blunt and penetrating injuries to her head, torso, and limbs while still alive. “This was not a quick or painless death,” Warnock said, explaining that Norman's “onset from injury to death was not instant. It was hours.” Authorities suspect a pneumatic nail gun may have been used to inflict some of the penetrating injuries. Zizz, who was already in custody on unrelated charges, was arrested following a series of investigative breakthroughs. License plate recognition cameras recorded his vehicle near Norman's home during the early morning hours of April 2—despite his earlier claim to police that he had left her home the night before at 9 p.m. He later failed a polygraph test and requested an attorney during a second police interview. A deeply disturbing piece of evidence came in the form of a five-page typed letter discovered during the investigation. The document described a detailed plan for a burglary and sexual assault targeting a female “customer.” Sheriff Derek Sanders said there were “similarities” between the letter and the crime against Norman, though details are still being withheld due to the ongoing investigation. Adding to the chilling nature of the case, Norman had previously told family members about a troubling encounter with Zizz. Earlier this year, she reportedly awoke to find him standing at the foot of her bed. She confronted him and made it clear their relationship was to remain professional. Zizz later admitted to the incident, telling detectives he had romantic thoughts about her. Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney Jon Tunheim stated that while he was not yet prepared to conclusively label the crime as torture, the injuries were “consistent with torture.” An arraignment for Zizz is scheduled for May 6. During a court appearance on April 21, a judge ordered that he be held without bond. “This was a horrifying, calculated, and deeply personal crime,” Sheriff Sanders said. “We owe it to Marcia and her family to ensure justice is served.” Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?   Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872 

How A Handy Man Took Out 82 Year Old Grandma And Buried Her In Concrete Beneath Shed He Was Building A Washington state handyman has been charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, and unlawful disposal of human remains after authorities say he tortured and killed an 82-year-old woman before concealing her body in concrete beneath a shed on another property. Jeffrey Zizz, 47, is accused of murdering Marcia Norman, 82, a woman he had known and maintained a friendly relationship with, following dinner plans on April 1. According to Thurston County investigators, Zizz brutally assaulted Norman over the course of several hours before killing her and attempting to cover up the crime. “This investigation is one you cannot unsee,” said Thurston County Coroner Gary Warnock during a press conference Monday. “In nearly 25 years in this office, this is the worst case I've witnessed.” Norman's remains were discovered encased in concrete on a separate property where Zizz was also conducting business. Court documents revealed that her wrists and ankles were bound with long black Velcro straps and that she had suffered both blunt and penetrating injuries to her head, torso, and limbs while still alive. “This was not a quick or painless death,” Warnock said, explaining that Norman's “onset from injury to death was not instant. It was hours.” Authorities suspect a pneumatic nail gun may have been used to inflict some of the penetrating injuries. Zizz, who was already in custody on unrelated charges, was arrested following a series of investigative breakthroughs. License plate recognition cameras recorded his vehicle near Norman's home during the early morning hours of April 2—despite his earlier claim to police that he had left her home the night before at 9 p.m. He later failed a polygraph test and requested an attorney during a second police interview. A deeply disturbing piece of evidence came in the form of a five-page typed letter discovered during the investigation. The document described a detailed plan for a burglary and sexual assault targeting a female “customer.” Sheriff Derek Sanders said there were “similarities” between the letter and the crime against Norman, though details are still being withheld due to the ongoing investigation. Adding to the chilling nature of the case, Norman had previously told family members about a troubling encounter with Zizz. Earlier this year, she reportedly awoke to find him standing at the foot of her bed. She confronted him and made it clear their relationship was to remain professional. Zizz later admitted to the incident, telling detectives he had romantic thoughts about her. Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney Jon Tunheim stated that while he was not yet prepared to conclusively label the crime as torture, the injuries were “consistent with torture.” An arraignment for Zizz is scheduled for May 6. During a court appearance on April 21, a judge ordered that he be held without bond. “This was a horrifying, calculated, and deeply personal crime,” Sheriff Sanders said. “We owe it to Marcia and her family to ensure justice is served.” Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?   Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

On the 230th episode of The Chronicle News Dump, hosts Aaron VanTuyl and Eric Schwartz discuss Thurston County commissioner business, graffiti, travelling circuses and more.Email us at chroniclenewsdump@gmail.com.Brought to you by SUMMIT FUNDING, CHEHALIS OUTFITTERS and THE ROOF DOCTOR!Listen to past episodes or subscribe here: https://apple.co/3sSbNC5. 

Democrats are trying to make it even more expensive to live in Washington. UW and Gonzaga students had their visas revoked (likely for antisemitic activism on campus). Microsoft also fired multiple employees that protested at the company’s 50th anniversary meeting. Seattle Police has listed a problematic hookah lounge in Rainier Beach as a “chronic nuisance.” // Big Local: An axe-wielding man was arrested in Bremerton. An 82-year-old woman in Thurston County has gone missing. The 11-year-old that allegedly attempted to stab another child at Alderwood Middle School was turned in by their parent. // You Pick the Topic: Two trans females ending up squaring off in a pool competition after they beat all of the women.