From Olympia News Today

Kato, Japan’s relationship with Olympia, Washington, as sister cities began in 1982, officially recognized through a signed agreement. Today, the city of Kato includes the districts Yashiro, Takino and Tojo, and is located in the Hyogo Prefecture. In honor of the union of the sister cities, Olympia created the beautiful Yashiro Japanese Garden, still open to guests today, free of charge.

It’s time to once again explore the world from the comfort of the Olympic Peninsula.

A big thaw after record snowfall is raising the threat of urban flooding across Puget Sound. Author: KING 5 Staff Updated: 7:31 AM PST February 16, 2021 SEATTLE — Rain has returned to the Puget Sound lowlands as temperatures are on the rise. The big thaw comes after record snowfall over the weekend, with more than a foot in parts of western Washington.  Snow levels are back up to 2,500 feet. Temperatures will be in the low to mid-40s on Tuesday. Rainfall esti...