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The state capital is accompanied by vibrant cherry blossoms.
Your guide to find the best cherry blossoms, close by!
Massimo Perrina celebrating on the podium after a race. Photo courtesy of Olga Heilagr
From go-karting to Ferrari races; Massimo Perrina
This legislative session, HB 1310, SB 5307, HB 1257 and SB 5253 could improve special education programs in Wash. State, should they be passed.
Incoming legislation supporting special education in WA State
Pictures captured after the Potomac river crash (left), and the Philadelphia crash (right). Medical teams and officials rush to the scenes to recover wreckage. (Getty Images)
Two deadly aviation disasters shake America
Eldritch Gravy & The Court Supreme bring their signature funky flair to the Olympia Funk Festival, electrifying the crowd with deep grooves and unstoppable energy.
Fresh funky fun: The Oly Funk Festival takes Olympia by storm
President Donald Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education, which would negatively impact the rising generations of our country.
President Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education: a district’s perspective
Interested sophomores learn about EOL during showcase
New class sparks controversy: Akiyama introduces Education through Outdoor Learning
Olympia High School staff Tamara Liska placing a warning for a future ticket on a student’s vehicle.
A wave of ticket warnings at Olympia High School
Rotary Interact members organizing books for their annual book drive in partnership with the South Sound Reading Foundation. They collected over 750 books in total!
Club feature: Rotary Interact
A fierce battle for glory rages in Chess Club.
Quiz: Which OHS club should you join?
Freshman Sruthi Namboothiri reads The Joy Luck Club for Honors English 9. Like most English classes offered at OHS, the class is literature based.
Attention all freshmen who hate Lord of the Flies
A seat of serenity in the Co-Editor in chief's garden.
Bathroom break to Big Brother: the new digital hall pass system
An impressive shot of the Tacoma Dome during State Wrestling weekend. Photo by Joshua Papiez.
Bears wrestlers battle to strong finish at state championship
Tyler Lockett and D.K Metcalf were teammates for 6 years before both left the Seahawks.
The Seahawks lose their offense in a weekend
Numbering roughly 500, the Olympia student section is pictured supporting their game against Auburn. Photo by Caleb Wilson.
Amazing season for the Bears ends in the Tacoma Dome
Sophomore Brian Stevenson slams down a dunk over the North Creek defense. Photo by Caleb Wilson.
Bears are heading back to the Tacoma Dome for the fifth consecutive year
After a time-out, Doncic and James congratulate each other after continuing the 10-0 run. Photo courtesy of ABC30
Luka Doncić and LeBron James: A Dream Duo in the NBA
Photo by Lucas Gallardo. The swimming team with its captains and senior swimmers, showcasing their team shirts, still at OHS before the state competition.
Bears underwater: OHS competes at State
Six delicious cookies worthy of the great Kate Chopin are waiting to be devoured.
Review: This week’s Crumbl Cookies!
The Oscar winners propose a toast for an awards season well done. Photo courtesy of Maya Dehlin Spach of Getty Images
The 2025 Oscars: Outright outrageous or the best there’s ever been?
The top 7 most nominated movies this year
2025 Oscars: controversies and opinions
Custom art by Athena Gianetti
Quiz: Which Love Language Are You?
A collage of the 2025 GRAMMYs highlights featuring breathtaking performances, big wins and controversial conundrums.
Snubs, surprises and stolen awards: the controversial 2025 GRAMMYs
Resident cat at the cafe watches over the newly arrived kittens!
Pawsific Northwest Cat Cafe helps cats get adopted and builds community
Pie Stock Photo
Pie Haikus
"No Solution, Only Orchids"
Creative Writing Weekly: reminiscence of a winter recess [slow motion], No Solution, Only Orchids
"Fortitude of One’s Mental Tenacity"
Creative Writing Weekly: Taste Before Judgement, Fortitude of One’s Mental Tenacity
"Deer in Forest"
Creative Writing Weekly: Pacific Northwest: Trail of emotions, Deer in Forest
"ça coule"
Creative Writing Weekly: a place i used to know, ça coule
"sunsets, I wanna hear you talk"
Creative Writing Weekly: My Father Against Time, sunsets, I wanna hear you talk
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The Olympus
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The Olympus
The Capital Mall.
Does Capital Mall Suck
Kaia Fossen and Autumn Styles – Mar 31, 2025

Hear students opinions on the Capital mall vs. Tacoma. Which mall do they prefer? Watch this broadcast to find out!

Following an intense hour long rehearsal with percussion, the symphonic band students packed up, their lips sore and hands cramped from the effort. Yet despite the familiar strain, smiles lit up their faces the deep satisfaction of making music together lingering in the air.
Music activities spark joy, and teach discipline through challenging adjudications  
Nancy Lopez-Andres, Journalist – Mar 31, 2025

Being part of music activities sparks joy, fosters deep friendships, and creates lasting connections. It also installs discipline, teaching students...

Interested sophomores learn about EOL during showcase
New class sparks controversy: Akiyama introduces Education through Outdoor Learning
Olympia High School staff Tamara Liska placing a warning for a future ticket on a student’s vehicle.
A wave of ticket warnings at Olympia High School
Rotary Interact members organizing books for their annual book drive in partnership with the South Sound Reading Foundation. They collected over 750 books in total!
Club feature: Rotary Interact
A student using the new hall pass.
Digital Hall Pass
A fierce battle for glory rages in Chess Club.
Quiz: Which OHS club should you join?
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Massimo Perrina celebrating on the podium after a race. Photo courtesy of Olga Heilagr
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From go-karting to Ferrari races; Massimo Perrina

Ryker Kollmyer, Journalist | Mar 17, 2025

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The state capital is accompanied by vibrant cherry blossoms.
Your guide to find the best cherry blossoms, close by!
Lila Revelas, Arts & Entertainment Editor

In 1909 Washington State received a lovely gift. Japan’s government donated 2,000 Cherry Blossom trees to the Olympia and Seattle area. Those...

Six delicious cookies worthy of the great Kate Chopin are waiting to be devoured.
Review: This week’s Crumbl Cookies!
Jonah Song, Leah Donnelly, Lucas Gallardo, and Lila Revelas

Pineapple Whip - The pineapple whip cookie tastes like a day at the beach. It has a light and airy taste while still having a bright pineapple...

Interested sophomores learn about EOL during showcase
New class sparks controversy: Akiyama introduces Education through Outdoor Learning
Noy Keren, Journalist

Education Through Outdoor Learning (EOL)  is replacing the Cispus counselor system that Oly has been using for years. In previous years,...

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