Real Estate Blog
Local Tribes Contributing to the Health of Community and Economy
Written by Nathan PeppinWhen most people think about employers in Thurston and Mason counties (Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and Shelton) state government typically comes to mind. But in recent years, local tribal business has exploded – propelled by high-profile casino operations and other business interests.
Planning on moving to the Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater or Tacoma area sometime soon? Making a move means not only uprooting your life but also the lives of your children. The Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and Tacoma school districts all have multiple schools within, so before you buy a home, it's important to consider which of the many schools will be appropriate for your children. Once that decision is made, it will be easier to narrow your home search to within that school boundary.
Thurston County Gains Nearly 50,000 Residents Since Count 10 Years Ago
Written by Nathan PeppinCensus workers counted 252,264 people in the county during last year’s Census, a 21.66 percent increase from the previous count in 2000.
