And I think that — I believe that — Olympia is going to do what's right,' the actress tells PEOPLE by Karina Vargas Activists emphasized the importance of standing in solidarity with union workers — Hundreds of demonstrators filled the streets of downtown Olympia on May 3 The "All Labor March," organized by local labor leaders began at the Tivoli Fountain on the Capitol Campus and concluded at Sylvester Park “We want to get behind these union folks here too they’re bringing a lot of good job and good quality work," said James Elsner an activist who attended the protest in support of employment rights and opportunities vice president of Local 443 and a public health worker "We also want to be inclusive of everyone else and ensuring that there’s healthcare for all that everyone has access to their basic needs that they deserve." and listened to speakers who highlighted solidarity across labor and immigrant communities Some attendees also voiced opposition to policies by President Donald Trump targeting immigrants "We actually had over 200 people laid off with 24 hours' notice when the CDC cut our funds and so people need to see that they can fight back," said Milo Others in education echoed the same concerns “We’re concerned with the state of education we're concerned with the loss in the department of education funding for public schools," said Alnes There was a police presence and road closures to accommodate the march and it was the first time the Hendersonville gym had been represented in 12 years but I’m still here," said coach Mihai Lajos owner Brandi Elledge swung in with a leap of faith and hasn't looked back If anyone deserves to takes kids to Nationals little did she know that per kid would represent the years it would take for Olympia Gymnastics to return the national stage Little did the two athletes know that they'd be part of such history which he is," said sophomore Pressley Barnwell Pressley qualified for Nationals in Regionals after watching teammate “It was really nice being able to cheer for her because I’ve never really been able to watch her meet before it was pretty nerve-wracking since she already made it I’m probably most excited for the leo’s because I haven’t seen them yet.” follow Pressley on what they're most excited about with the experience "I’m also excited to have those little numbers on the back of my leo “This is my first time competing in all four events in like five years or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading or sign up for a new account to continue reading We hope that you continue to enjoy our free content no promotional deals were found matching that code Seven wooden cabins at at 1812 East Main Street and 110 West Olympia Drive in Grass Valley have been boarded up for approximately nine years when plans for a 74 room hotel were initially approved A grading permit for the project has recently been pulled according to City of Grass Valley officials This rendering of the proposed West Olympia Hotel is part of the design portfolio approved by the Grass Valley Planning Commission and approved by the city for construction Recently the applicant on the project requested a permit to grade the property possibly to prepare the ground for building Evidence that people have been sheltering in or under the cabins along East Main Street can be seen official say the abandoned property has not been much of a police issue One of the conditions of approval for the construction of the West Olympia Hotel project were to include sidewalks and landscaping to the area at East Main Street and West Olympia Drive In Grass Valley defensible space inspections for vegetation management typically begin on May 1 and continue until October 31 Although grass and vegetation have been cleared from the property the wooden structures and roofs covered in pine needles are cause for concern A grading permit has been approved recently for the proposed Olympia Hotel project where  a series of cabins has been boarded up at 1912 East Main Street in Grass Valley While other building projects in the Glenbrook Basin have progressed in a matter of months the West Olympia Hotel planned for the corner of East Main Street and West Olympia Drive has dragged on for nearly ten years The seven little wood cabins painted green or reddish-brown at 1812 East Main Street and a few additional structures at 110 West Olympia Drive were occupied by families paying around $800 per month back in 2016 Those 23 residents were evicted years ago to make way for the approved project There has not been much movement on the property and the applicants are not very responsive “Recently an application was approved for some grading work to be done on the property,” Kesler-Wolfson said In December 2020 a mitigated negative declaration (MND) was approved to determine a project’s environmental impacts Road and sidewalk improvements to both streets were required by the conditions of approval; there are currently no sidewalks on that side of East Main Street Permits for the project have also been approved with construction originally slated to begin in 2023 According to engineer Sean O’Neill in an article by The Union in December 2020 and the demolition of the cabins was expected to start in 2022 The project was originally submitted by Yuba City-based Hilbers M&M and that company’s address is still listed on the Nevada County Assessor’s records as the tax roll address The Union reached out to engineer Sean O’Neill for information on the project several times Many of the tall pine trees have been spray-painted in preparation for removal and windows are boarded up to keep people seeking shelter out Trash and discarded clothing litter the old porches of the cabins Patrols were increased initially when the property’s new owner took over There have been very few problems with trespassing Sierra Motor Sports was destroyed when a fire was reportedly started in the vacant lot next door where construction for a paint store had been approved yet was awaiting construction A person known to be a transient walked on to the private property from Gates Place and was changed with arson “If you’ve ever heard of the broken-window-syndrome — we would encourage any improvement on the property.” The broken-window-syndrome refers to if small signs of unrepair are evident in a neighborhood or building it can encourage further criminal behavior The property owners have allowed the GVPD to use the cabins for practicing police training called “deliberate police room clearing or confined space clearing,” according to Blakemore “These trainings focus on practicing opening doors or entering small structures in a tactically sound way for the protection of the officers,” Blakemore said Grass Valley Fire Department also said that he could not think of but one event where the GVFD was called to the property “When defensible space inspections are underway it is likely that the property could be inspected,” Buttron said the Glenbrook Basin hosted a world-class racetrack and later a resort with an artificial lake named Lake Olympia whose family purchased Lake Olympia in 1950 Tanis Thorne and Seck wrote a book titled “Lake Olympia and Glenbrook Park” full of maps and accounts of life during the early 1950’s The origins of the tiny cabins are most likely tied to workforce housing for the area not much different from the needs of the modern Grass Valley The shores of Lake Olympia came up to “the southernmost tip of the world-class racetracks” around where the electrical substation on Sutton Way is currently located so it is doubtful that the cabins were part of a lakefront resort “Those cabins were there when my family moved here in 1950,” Seck said “The white house on the corner (of West Olympia Drive) was the Glenbrook Grocery Store owned by the Sbarcea family I would guess the cabins were built in the 1930s.” When asked if the rumors that gold miners once lived in the cabins were true The federal government shut down the mines — the North Star and it is possible that the little cabins were rented by miners and their families “The government didn’t need gold during the war,” Seck said “It cost more to produce it than it was worth No records of the ownership of the property could be found before the 1960s according to Pat Chesnut at the Searls Library To contact Staff Writer Marianne Boll-See, email mboll-see@theunion.com Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Already have an account? Log in here The 30th annual event will include educational booths about prairies May 10 is Prairie Appreciation Day in Thurston County, and community members are invited to Olympia’s Glacial Heritage Preserve (near the Mima Mounds) for a day of celebration Friends of Puget Prairies also will be collecting food donations for the Thurston County Food Bank Email notifications are only sent once a day Get to know this year's Best of the South Sound cohort learn more about a new swim school in Tacoma In an age when balance seems to have become the norm, John Achkar proposes to laugh at our failures and trials and errors, through a stand-up show entitled J'ESSAYE this unique show will offer Parisian audiences a lucid comic look at the trials and tribulations of life in one's thirties as seen through the eyes of an artist who is going through both a personal crisis and that of his country his blunders and his often-failed attempts to give meaning to his life existential reflections and anecdotes tinged with Lebanese culture the show takes the form of a humorous logbook It's about marriage - even if it's a second attempt - generation gaps social pressures and a certain inner chaos that many will recognize This one-man-show would appeal to an adult French-speaking audience with a taste for introspective stand-up Thirtysomethings and forty-somethings in particular could find themselves here as well as anyone who appreciates shows where humor is born of observation of reality fans of highly scripted comedy or more classic formats may be less moved by this very free-spirited proposition With J'ESSAYE, John Achkar mixes generational humor and universal confidences in a funny and touching performance. On October 23, 2025, the Olympia stage would become the playground of an artist who This article is based on information available prior to the show It is not based on direct viewing experience This page may contain AI-assisted elements, more information here Refer your establishment, click herePromote your event, click here After setting the stage alight at La Cigale in 2023, Halestorm will this time be rocking theOlympia The American rock band announces its return to France for a European tour of some 20 dates In France, only one show has been announced. It will be on Monday November 17, 2025 at theOlympia Halestorm will take the opportunity to present live their new opus It follows on from the highly successful'Back From The Dead' featuring singles such as ' Back from the Dead ' guitarist Joe Hottinger and bassist Josh Smith Halestorm has been touring for several years has already shared the stage with the likes of Alice Cooper Halestorm can count on the band's boundless energy and the ultra-powerful To discover or rediscover Halestorm live The icing on the cake will be opening act Bloodywood we leave you to rehearse with " Darkness Always Wins " the first single taken from the new opus"Everest" Missing them? They're back! Black Rebel Motorcycle Club are announcing their comeback with a European tour in honor of their acclaimed and excellent"Howl" album The American trio's third album,"Howl" features a number of effective singles " Ain't No Easy Way " and " Weight of the World " because it's already been 20 years since"Howl" made its way into our ideal record library has decided to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this record in style In France, the American garage rock band is planning no less than four shows. The first is in Rouen on December 2, followed by Lyon on December 3 and Nantes on December 4. In Paris, Peter Hayes, Robert Levon Been and Leah Shapiro invite their fans to a not-to-be-missed concert at the legendaryOlympia on Tuesday What about ticketing? AEG Presents France is announcing an open pre-sale(with registration) starting Wednesday May 7 at 11am. Please note that you have until Tuesday May 6 at 9pm to register An informative e-mail will then be sent to you on Wednesday May 7 at around 8 a.m to give you access to this AEG Presents France pre-sale the general sale will take place on May 9 at 11am [Warning: The following contains MAJOR spoilers for the Matlock Season 1 finale.] and she detailed how the two-part episode sets up Matlock Season 2 while revealing what burning questions will be answered when the show returns this fall Here’s everything to expect from Matlock Season 2 stealing the Wellbrexa opioids study that would’ve gotten the drug off the market years earlier The missing Wellbrexa study was hidden in Julian’s safety deposit box, to which Olympia got access with Matty and Edwin’s (Sam Anderson) help. It was Julian’s emotionally unavailable father, Senior (Beau Bridges) who told Julian to hide the document to protect their client and the money they’d make on the Wellbrexa case He was 26 years old when he made that awful choice and his father orchestrated the fire drill that gave him the time to steal the study from the law firm’s archives Olympia must grapple with her ex violating every moral and legal code knowing that she’s also just made partner at the firm it could have serious impacts on the lives of their children She also has more professional stake in what happens to Jacobson Moore now that she’s a partner She’s now forced to ask herself if the truth or lies are better ways to protect her family’s future That’s where the drama starts in Matlock Season 2 Snyder Urman told TV Insider that the Matlock Season 2 premiere will show Olympia making her decision on how to handle the Julian bombshell and this will launch the primary mystery of the second season It won’t be an easy or “quick” decision “Olympia’s choice is really going to set up certain dynamics,” Snyder Urman noted “There is a big mystery that is launched at the beginning of the second season that we will be following that does extend from the first season It’s not suddenly a brand new mystery.” The Wellbrexa case is far from over and Olympia will continue to be in the driver’s seat alongside Matty Julian handed in his resignation letter in the finale after he didn’t make partner at the firm, but Ritter is not leaving Matlock The professional rejection from Julian’s father as well as their sordid history in the time leading up to and since they conspired to bury the Wellbrexa study will make Julian want to create a lot of distance between him and his dad “There are certain things that occur” that will force Julian “to do some groveling in order to get back for a specific amount of time,” Snyder Urman revealed adding that that return will be “really really difficult” for him and will only put him in another “really difficult place.” who Snyder Urman noted “had a contentious relationship” with daughter Ellie “through her teen years” and into her adult life Matty will struggle with her relationship with Alfie losing its emotional simplicity and steadiness for the first time This is something all parents/parent figures struggle with when their children start to be free thinkers but here there’s the added weight of Alfie being involved with this high-stakes investigation into his own mother’s death Edwin has feared the emotional impacts this secret mission could have on their grandson throughout Season 1 The arrival of Alfie’s father will throw more heat onto this but keep in mind that we don’t know for sure if Nicotera’s character is This question will be answered by the end of the Season 2 premiere Whether Nicotera’s character is Alfie’s dad or not the father will be a major player throughout Season 2 then another character will be revealed as the real father Olympia didn’t report back to Matty and Edwin after investigating her and Julian’s joint bank account like she said she would Matty trusts that she’ll be in touch while Edwin doubts that she can be trusted What we know is that Olympia is keeping the truth about Julian to herself for the time being compounded with the arrival of Alfie’s father will result in Matty’s loss of control Dealing with this development will create the primary conflict of the second season These things will “destabilize” Matty and make her life more “chaotic” than it’s ever been before “That’s going to be really interesting to watch and see how she behaves and what comes of it and the new areas for drama and comedy that come from that.” Matlock has no interest in splitting up Matty and Edwin’s 50-year marriage “I have said I’m as committed to their marriage as I am to my own Their union will face “hard things,” she said but leaving each other is not in the cards Matty’s desire to continue her career conflicting with Edwin’s desire for them to return to retirement will force them to figure out how to evolve their relationship “What’s at stake is not who’s leaving,” Snyder Urman explained and how do we work through really hard things The show’s central love story is still Matty and Olympia’s friendship It’s “an epic love story,” Snyder Urman reiterated and their friendship was too sustaining for both of them to just walk away “There’s going to be push and pulls” as Matty and Olympia try to repair their bond With Matty’s secret out and Olympia’s new secret in the questions of “can they find their way back” and “can they get back” to their “magical” dynamic from Season 1 will “be a lot of what the second season is going to be building,” Snyder Urman explained Matty’s desire to return to her law career is also largely driven by her connection with her Jacobson Moore team. Working with Billy (David Del Rio) and Sarah (Leah Lewis) has reawakened Matty’s ambition just as much as working with Olympia has and she’s not willing to give up her chance to return to the career that workplace sexual harassment and motherhood forced her to cast aside all those years ago it’s going to be full of unexpected twists Sign Up Things you buy through our links may earn Vox Media a commission As I mentioned in last week’s Matlock recap what I liked most about the long-awaited “Olympia meets Madeline Kingston” twist is that it calls back to this season’s earliest episodes when Olympia pushed back against Matty’s “poor this lady shouldn’t strut that stuff in front of a Black woman in a predominately white law firm I was pretty jazzed about the season’s penultimate episode in which Olympia doesn’t let Matty off the hook easily I have some lingering dissatisfaction with how this episode ends but I’ll still declare it the season’s best so far based on the direction this story’s heading This moment — where Matty’s deception is out in the open at least for Olympia — is something I’d been dreading all year But watching it felt a little like enduring one of those painful conversations with a loved one that ultimately ends up being more refreshing and energizing than destructive This episode picks up where the last one left off with Olympia confronting Matty by the alley where the Kingstons’ secret limo is parked What follows is a series of chilly orders from Olympia Come upstairs to Jacobson-Moore’s abandoned office suite on the 25th floor Turn over your bags and your phone — and your passcode Take this pad of paper and write down every lie you’ve told And don’t — do not — mention your daughter Olympia’s fury in these opening scenes is terrifying “Think very carefully before lying to my face again,” and lets her know I’m your jury.” She refuses to believe anything Matty says about her actual credentials or how she constructed her new identity It’s all “what a con man would say,” Olympia grumbles And it certainly doesn’t help that Matty loses her folksy accent the moment she gets cornered And while Matty deserves to squirm a little and the writers ultimately want us on her side The problem for Matty is that the best way to defend herself is to talk about Ellie Olympia physically winces every time Matty brings it up perhaps because she doesn’t want to risk hearing lies about a dead kid The turnaround begins when Matty catches a break When Olympia notices that Matty’s phone has been buzzing with concerned messages from her Queens apartment building superintendent she realizes this must be Matty’s not-dead husband says nice things about Olympia and about how much Matty loves her without knowing the boss is listening Eight words in particular — “Now that you know she didn’t do it” — provoke Olympia into letting Matty start explaining herself Even as Matty’s telling Olympia about the missing Wellbrexa document she’s also reminding Olympia about the depths of her betrayal — like how Matty stole her laptop containing the only copy of a voicemail from her dead father And when Matty accuses Julian of taking the document it makes Olympia think about the spy-pen gambit and how she spent days feeling paranoid and hating Julian for no reason Genuine damage has been done to Olympia’s psyche Olympia gets so mad that she threatens to shut this makeshift tribunal down and call the cops But remember what I said about Matty’s shifting accent she imitates her sister Bitsy because it softens her personality saying the cops will find she legally changed her name and took the New York bar exam making any claims that she’s an imposter seem weak She also promises to tell the press everything about Jacobson-Moore’s Wellbrexa mess That’s right: Matty is willing to mess up the lives of Olympia’s children for her own daughter’s sake I should mention that while Olympia has Matty trapped in an old office on Floor 25 after hours there’s an actual case-of-the-week on Floor 24 handled mainly by Billy and Sarah at first with Olympia popping downstairs to track the progress The case involves Amy Buckley (Eliza Bennett) a heavily pregnant 26-year-old who wants an immediate divorce from her controlling husband who is about to force her to have a C-section given that her husband’s wealthy family does business there It wouldn’t be too much of a reach to find parallels between this week’s case and the main Matty/Olympia story Everything about Amy’s situation reflects badly on Jacobson-Moore’s senior management which handled both sides of the Buckleys’ prenup While Matty upstairs is suggesting that Julian may have buried evidence and taken a payoff downstairs Olympia hears a suddenly familiar tale about how Amy’s own seemingly sweet husband turned out to be a manipulative creep what’s most effective about this case is its urgency barely giving our heroine a chance to think she’s also rushing to night court to file motions The team can’t get Amy an overnight divorce but the lack of hard evidence of abuse is a problem Another thing that breaks the ice between Olympia and Matty is that the team needs the help of the kindly old lady who has a rapport with clients and witnesses — whether she’s a big faker or not So Matty pores over the prenup and also reconnects with Billy and Sarah who sneakily follow Olympia up to the 25th floor and find Matty there saying Olympia secretly procured this special office for her.) The speed-running of this case is exacerbated by Amy going into labor But with Matty’s help — in particular her coaxing Grant’s priest into praising his parishioner’s devout Catholicism — the team is able to get an annulment proving Grant committed fraud by lying about his religious faith to his atheist wife The technicality of the annulment matters because the way the prenup was drafted I’m taking a wait-and-see attitude on this episode’s ending After all the talk about duplicitous husbands Olympia treats Julian to the same “smile in the face of her future prey” routine she did with Matty last week and then she goes to the Kingston estate in Westchester without even her dad’s voicemail to comfort her That kind of memory should turn her against Matty Then again, one of my least favorite TV-drama complications is “I can’t trust you anymore.” It’s usually such a contrivance meant to drive temporary wedges between characters. (Matlock creator Jennie Snyder Urman’s earlier show Jane the Virgin did this frequently.) And it’s been obvious in recent weeks that Matlock’s better when Matty and Olympia are aligned Olympia enjoys brainstorming on Amy’s case despite how angry she is at Matty So maybe we’re also going to speed-run this friendship’s collapse and reconciliation which will be better for the show’s entertainment value But I hope Olympia holds on to some of her grudge it’ll make their relationship — and season two — much richer • Sarah struggles with how to handle a pregnant lady Weird snacks?) But because Amy is Sarah’s age Their conversation about demanding partners convinces Sarah to break up with her “open relationship” semi-girlfriend Billy also decides to end things with Simone • A small thing that may be huge: Sarah defies firm policy (or Olympia policy) and takes a case on her own drafting a cease-and-desist letter for a personal trainer who wants to dissolve a business partnership I suspect we’ll hear more about this next week • I have a screener already for next week’s double-length finale so the following speculation is pure guesswork Season one ends with Olympia’s team leaving Jacobson-Moore — either on their own or because they get fired — and starting their own practice backed with Kingston money and possibly under Sarah’s shingle A major lawsuit against Wellbrexa and Jacobson-Moore By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice and to receive email correspondence from us Password must be at least 8 characters and contain: you’ll receive occasional updates and offers from New York Home / E-News / Some under-the-radar issues in Olympia The 2025 legislative session is nearing the end you’ll hear a lot about budgets and taxes and all of the major work being done around public safety I’m proud of my work on all of those issues and they rightfully receive the bulk of the attention here in Olympia But there are many other policies that fly under the radar every year that also have an impact on people and communities statewide I wanted to tell you today about two bills I sponsored this year that won’t grab a lot of headlines but will make a difference Senate Bill 5653 allows both lieutenants and captains at the Department of Fish and Wildlife the same collective bargaining rights as those who rank below them helping us better attract and retain great employees and ensure that everyone who protects our natural resources have the same rights There’s a lot of excitement about the upcoming World Cup in 2026, and in preparation for this event and Washington’s role in it, there are several investments and policy changes that will help make this event a success. I sponsored SB 5281 which will allow larger vessels to enter Washington’s water ways for a fee increasing economic activity and helping fund youth swimming and water safety programs in the process We anticipate the World Cup will draw interest and visitors from all corners of the planet Recreational boating is already an enormous economic driver in our state Earlier this month, I also had the honor of sponsoring a resolution celebrating the forest product industry and the workforce supported by Washington’s forests Several of the folks who work in that industry are pictured above and were in Olympia to help us celebrate their work Thousands of jobs and billions of dollars are generated each year through forest products carbon dioxide capture that combats climate change Please take a moment to watch this video of the entire floor session I think you’ll get a good sense of the importance and impact our forests have on people across our state One last thing on all of these measures — all were bipartisan Every bill had both Democratic and Republican sponsors and votes the vast majority of what we do is actually bipartisan but we also work together more often than not to help make our state a better place because we all have a stake in it She enjoys running track and playing basketball and hopes to attend New York University one day to pursue a career in journalism Here’s a great way to get involved in your government Are you a young person looking to get involved in your government? Join the Legislative Youth Advisory Council’s 2025-27 cohort LYAC is the official nonpartisan youth advisory body to the Legislature and consists of 24 geographically ideologically and socioeconomically diverse students ages 14-18 The group ensures the interests and opinions of young people are heard and taken into consideration in the legislative process LYAC engages with youth organizations across the state and helps educate people on civic engagement Please don’t hesitate to contact us and share your thoughts or concerns This work can’t — and shouldn’t — happen without you Thank you for being such an essential part of our community and for your continued trust Agriculture & Natural Resources, Chair Ways & Means, Capital Budget – Deputy Chair  Health & Long Term Care Transportation  Water Supply During Drought OLYMPIA, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Additional requirements for potential gun owners is another step closer to becoming state law.adButlerLazyLoad("2933554865036516670",100,["662102","662102","662102"],"177027"); Lawmakers in Olympia voted to pass HB 1163 out of the state Senate on Monday prospective gun buyers would be required to obtain a permit before they can make any firearm purchase Some of the permit requirements would include getting fingerprinted and completing a certified gun safety program Permits would be valid for five years and have the option to be renewed for an additional five-year term including 40th District Representative Alex Ramel say that it would protect gun owners by teaching them how to safely handle a firearm Others argue that adding a permit to the purchasing process infringes on citizens’ second Amendment rights The bill returns to the state House for a concurrence vote before it heads to the Governor’s desk.adButlerLazyLoad("1103601270809112228",100,["662102","662102","662102"],"177027"); Dianna Hawryluk is the KGMI Morning News Anchor and a reporter for My Bellingham Now Send any news tips to dhawryluk@pnwmediagroup.com No injuries were reported in either incident The cuts have resulted in laboratories having limited testing for some infectious diseases and early childhood learning programs left unsure of future funds The dog had fallen into the cave and its owner also got stuck while trying to rescue it WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – When Dave Vitt founded Kulshan Brewing Company in 2011 WWU will bring its 13-game win streak into the national softball tournament Be sure you have your GPS enabled and try again Written by Matt MagnanteLast updated on May 4th In early May 2025, retired pro bodybuilding coach Hany Rambod analyzed the physique of 2021 Arnold Classic champion Nick Walker‘s physique from the 2022 Mr Walker, who won the 2024 New York Pro, missed the 2023 and 2024 Olympia contests. The former was due to a hamstring injury and the latter was because he felt his physique was unprepared to contend for the Sandow trophy Walker’s next pro show is the 2025 Pittsburgh Pro on May 10, 2025. If he wins, he will qualify for the 2025 Mr. Olympia contest in Las Vegas Rambod advised a Pittsburgh Pro-winning game plan for Walker, who will battle reigning Arnold Classic champion and two-time Olympia winner Derek Lunsford, Martin Fitzwater, Michal Križánek Do you think Nick Walker will ever become Mr Sign up for The BarBend Community Forum and share your thoughts “[Walker’s] arms are about the size of his head,” Rambod exclaimed, marveling at “The Mutant’s” biceps peaks and triceps arch in a front double biceps pose. Walker’s chest density and shoulder width are accolade-worthy, which Rambod attributed to excellent mind-muscle connection. (1) It’s not about how much you bench but the mind-muscle connection for that 3-D look Although Walker’s wider waist isn’t a genetic strength, a commonality he shares with four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler, Rambod praised Walker’s waist control, likely due to cardio fitness and vacuum training Walker’s holding his midsection really well Walker’s outer quad sweep, built from heavy squats and leg presses, enhances the illusion of a smaller waist. Using a closer stance when training the aforementioned exercises may bias the sweep better when done with intensity and progressive overload.  “It’s an eyesore,” Rambod expressed of Walker’s enlarged varicose veins in his lower legs. Though cosmetic, Rambod believes it detracts from Walker’s overall look. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nick "the Mutant" Walker (@nick_walker39) Rambod cautioned that if Walker doesn’t maintain fullness, particularly his right outer quad sweep, it’ll negatively impact his X-Frame‘s symmetry on stage The need for better overall conditioning became apparent in the side chest pose. Moreover, Walker’s upper back was slightly overshadowed by his dominant arms and rear delts in the back double biceps shot. Rambod prescribed bent-over rows to fill in the mid-upper back Rambod wants more “graininess” and striations Walker’s delts could be bigger to match his arms better Rambod rated the 2022 Olympia Nick Walker 8.9/10 Sandows better conditioning and symmetry would raise Walker’s score he’ll need to beat the stacked Pittsburgh Pro lineup who beat Walker by one rank at the 2022 Mr Featured image: @nick_walker39 on Instagram Matthew Magnante is a seasoned writer and content editor who has authored hundreds of articles in various categories including bodybuilding His childhood fascination with the 80s and 90s bodybuilding legends fueled his passion for living and breathing weight training Matt was involved in martial arts for most of his youth and is a huge UFC fan Having beaten the worst of anxiety and chronic stress using natural techniques he’s also learning just as much about the mind and loves to help others improve their well-being and overall health The views expressed on this site may come from individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the view of BarBend or any other organization BarBend is the Official Media Partner of USA Weightlifting Copyright © 2025 · BarBend Inc · Sitemap WA — Members of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) elected officials and staff from nearby cities and Port staff traveled to the state capital last month to meet with Washington state legislators and Executive Branch staff and discuss five key shared policy priorities for the 2025 Legislative Session While operational growth at SEA provides significant economic benefit to the region StART members are advocating for new approaches to address the unique issues faced by near-airport communities The group of 20 participants successfully navigated caucus meetings and busy schedules to speak on the identified state-level policy and budget items “StART is an important part of our community engagement efforts for SEA and we really value the ongoing collaboration with our nearby cities on joint priorities like these,” said Aviation Managing Director Lance Lyttle “We’ve made real strides in recent years on both operational changes and federal advocacy efforts and we’re happy to expand the group’s work to state level policies This trip is a great example of what can be accomplished when we work together.” The five shared policy priorities include: "StART continues to be a valuable platform for collaboration bringing together airport communities to push for meaningful change,” said SeaTac City Councilmember Joe D “Our visit to Olympia reinforced the importance of working together at all levels to address noise “The day with our state legislators was a welcome opportunity for us as representatives of affected communities to emphasize the issues that are important to our residents’ quality of life and to share our collective policy agenda and priorities,” said StART Community Representative from Normandy Park Moira Bradshaw StART will continue to meet on a bimonthly basis to collaborate on and advance progress on these community priorities and attendees were well received by those in Olympia the Port of Seattle’s Government Relations staff will continue to advocate for the committee’s shared agenda and work with the Washington State Legislature to ensure that the committee’s priorities are included in passed legislation and within the enacted state budget The ongoing legislative session is currently scheduled to conclude on April 27 Kassie McKnight-Xi, Aviation Communications and Marketing Manager [email protected] Smooth Sailing Guide between SEA Airport and the Seattle Cruise Terminals Highline Forum: Convening Airport and Community Elected Officials for Over 20 Years Five Facts about Wild Alaska Pollock How the Port is Revitalizing its Marine Stormwater System Port Honors Three Airline Partners with 2025 Fly Quiet Awards Be REAL ID Ready for Travel Port Electrification Strategy Prepares for Energy Transition and Future Power Needs by 2050 SEA and USO Volunteers Serve Travelers with Dedication Opening Day Kicks Off the 2025 Seattle Boating Season Seattle’s 2025 Cruise Season Kicks Off with All Cruise Berths Shore Power–Enabled Spotlight on Local Plant and Animal Life at Port Facilities See All Related Content See all Documents the globally recognized retail chain known for offering affordable and unique products is excited to announce the grand opening of its latest store in Olympia this store marks a significant milestone in Daiso's U.S "We are thrilled to open our new store in Olympia," said Jack Williams Chief Retail Operations Officer for Daiso USA "This milestone reflects the continued support of our customers and we're excited to introduce Daiso's budget-friendly offerings to the Olympia community We invite everyone to Discover Daiso and explore the variety of products we offer." spans 8,753 square feet and features a wide selection of products across multiple 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Daiso will offer exclusive promotions at the Olympia location the first 100 customers who make a minimum purchase of $30 will receive a special Daiso goodie bag as a thank-you for their support Store hours will be Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m About Daiso:Daiso is a global retail chain founded in Japan known for its wide selection of unique and affordable products across categories such as household goods market in 2005 and has expanded into multiple states is excited to announce the grand opening of its latest .. Retail New Products & Services Do not sell or share my personal information: 1 year of adjuvant treatment with the PARP inhibitor olaparib following primary treatment continued to improve overall survival compared with placebo according to the third interim analysis of the phase III OlympiA trial presented at the 2024 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.1 The benefits of olaparib were evident in patients with triple-negative breast cancer and in those with estrogen receptor (ER)-positive breast cancer Follow-up of OlympiA will continue until 2029 Food and Drug Administration for adjuvant therapy in specific patients with HER2-negative BRCA-positive breast cancer and these long-term data provide greater reassurance about the benefits of this strategy Olaparib significantly reduced the risk of invasive disease–free survival and distant disease–free survival by 35% each 79.6% of the olaparib-treated group vs 70.3% of the placebo group were free of invasive disease; and 83.5% of the olaparib-treated group vs 75.7% of the placebo group were free of distant recurrence adjuvant treatment with olaparib achieved a 28% reduction in the risk of death with no increase in the risk of developing secondary myelodysplastic syndrome or acute myeloid leukemia both of which are a concern in this setting “Results of OlympiA examining 1 year of the oral PARP inhibitor olaparib after completion of standard therapy for higher risk breast cancer in individuals with pathogenic germline BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations provide further support for olaparib’s benefits in this population,” said presenting author Judy E Chief of the Division of Cancer Genetics and Prevention at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute “The ongoing data from the OlympiA trial are reassuring in the observations of persistent and increasing benefits for these breast cancer patients in the follow-up phases improving not only protection against recurrence This demonstration of efficacy makes it more important than ever that we be able to identify individuals who might benefit when they begin treatment so we can plan to introduce olaparib to their care at the most opportune moments,” Dr placebo-controlled phase III trial that randomly assigned 1,836 patients with stage II–III HER2-negative breast cancer to receive either 1 year of adjuvant treatment with olaparib or placebo after completion of primary treatment with chemotherapy The average age of participants was 42 years A total of 70% had BRCA1 mutations and 30% At a median follow-up of 6 years (maximum follow-up 9.6 years) the absolute difference in invasive disease–free survival between the two arms was 9.4% The benefits of PARP inhibition were observed across all subgroups The absolute difference in distant disease–free survival between the two treatment arms was 7.8% a 4.4% absolute difference in overall survival favored olaparib The 6-year overall survival rate was 87.5% in the olaparib group vs 83.2% in the placebo group There were fewer new primary malignancies in the olaparib-treated group than in the placebo group (4.9% vs 7.5%) There were fewer cases of breast cancer or primary ovarian or fallopian tube cancers as well there were four cases of myelodysplastic syndrome/acute myeloid leukemia in the olaparib-treated group vs six in the placebo arm “The data are still being analyzed to determine whether olaparib reduces the risk of cancers related to BRCA1 or BRCA2 People undergo prophylactic surgeries at different times and this increases the complexity of the analysis,” Dr the benefits of olaparib were seen across all subgroups “Olaparib reduced the risk of new primary tumors and there is no concern about secondary tumors This study highlights the importance of BRCA testing for treatment planning,” Dr Regarding the positive outcomes seen in the ER-positive patients “there is good evidence for the activity of olaparib in this subgroup Many clinicians have been giving olaparib first followed by a CDK4/6 inhibitor because you can’t give them together because of myelosuppression We have good reason to state that olaparib has efficacy in ER-positive BRCA-positive breast cancer We should not limit the use of this drug to ER-negative patients,” she continued and longer follow-up is critical for ER-positive patients UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center shared these comments on the OlympiA study with The ASCO Post: “These promising phase III data with long-term follow-up confirm the benefit of olaparib in this setting and provide a further review of toxicity It is reassuring to see the long-term benefit particularly in the estrogen receptor–positive patients because about half will recur beyond 5 years We are still seeing a long-term consistent benefit for adjuvant olaparib in these patients These data will help us make therapeutic choices The persistent benefit of olaparib will guide conversations where the choice is between a CDK4/6 inhibitor and the PARP inhibitor olaparib,” she said DISCLOSURE: OlympiA was funded by AstraZeneca and Merck Lathrop has served in a consulting role with TeraSera Pharmaceuticals as well as continuing medical education or educational activities with ASCO Our state capital offers a surprising escape for those in the know The historic backdrop and upscale dining options perfectly fit a romance-of-the-ages One just-reopened mainstay on the Capitol Campus is also worth a visit Take two days to experience Olympia’s highlights as a couple Get up early to line up for some of Washington’s finest French croissants, quiches and kouign-amanns at Left Bank Pastry Then head for one of Washington’s largest year-round markets, open Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., November-December. The Olympia Farmers Market’s vendors are primarily under roof cover Walk to the 1.68-mile Deschutes Parkway’s path that loops around Capitol Lake on the west before landing at an interpretive center browse downtown Olympia’s antique stores and independently owned shops and boutiques The compact historic district features bronze plaques detailing notable building history Enjoy sunset views and a romantic walk along the boardwalk at Percival Landing Park which wraps around downtown Olympia’s West Bay providing a spectacular setting for a kiss For romantic Italian food, try Basilico Ristorante’s authentic Central and Northern Italian cuisine At Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar ask to be seated in the 21-plus lounge for an adult-only dining experience — with plenty of Washington oysters The restaurant’s happy hour menu offers good deals on favorites Other picks could include classic French fare at La Petite Maison, or sharing small internationally inspired plates and a bottle of wine from the expansive collection at Swing Wine Bar A more low-key, old-school dining experience can be found in the 2024-reopened The Reef The diner-style vibe with booths and a bar belies a contemporary menu offering housemade chicken nuggets alongside kimchee fried rice and shrimp tacos with sesame slaw where the upcoming holiday productions include Hawaiian holiday music the Nutcracker and a circus-themed variety show which sells out long in advance on weekends For stays, the nearby suburban town of Lacey offers some branded hotels of note, including a Hampton Inn and Suites where the spacious rooms come with a well-stocked breakfast buffet For more solitude, seek out boutique options just west of downtown Olympia. These include Marie Bed and Breakfast, where all guests must be 17 or older to stay in one of two suites or two cottages. At the 1887 Swantown Inn sleep in one of four rooms or an apartment-style suite within a Queen Anne/Eastlake Victorian Mansion listed on city and state historical registers Wake for breakfast at Row and browse the small but excellent menu with plentiful salmon options salmon benedict or smoked salmon hash dashed with fennel arugula and caper berries and served with a palmier (a small palm-sized pastry) On Sunday morning, take a tour or simply explore the grassy grounds and historic interiors of the Washington State Capitol Campus One must-stop includes the Legislative Building (aka the Capitol Building) The luxe interior of North America’s tallest building with a masonry dome in North America shines with high-gloss marble interiors and massive Tiffany chandeliers The doors beyond the circa-1920 Temple of Justice’s pillars just reopened in October 2024 Look for the Beall Mosaic Mural featuring hand-cut Italian glass and granite and the massive put on your walking shoes for a more strenuous stroll Enjoy views of the Legislative Building’s dome the Campus Powerhouse and the Olympic Mountain range Then, end your romantic afternoon in the nearby Tumwater Craft District. It’s a laid-back campus of another type — but interestingly it also hosts the nation’s first associate-degree program in craft brewing and distilling The interior’s clutch of dining experiences features a mix of restaurants from tacos to Thai Cap off your day with Heritage Distilling Company’s spirit flight or a mocktail The tasting room is set on a grassy hill with territorial views and a new amphitheater Whether you’re looking to make an environmentally conscious choice with a hybrid or to save cash with our new car lease deals, Western Washington Toyota Dealers can help you find a new car that keeps up with your lifestyle dependable sunbreaks and longer daylight hours offer the perfect excuse to get on the road Art beckons from nearly every corner of the town enlivening escape on even the most dreary Northwest days a spot for Mexican-American fusion and more Known as “Little Norway,” Poulsbo’s seaside Scandifluence is felt almost everywhere — from Finn Hill Road to Viking Avenue Washington beaches reveal glimpses of migrating gray whales — bring binoculars to the coastal bluffs for the best whale-watching views alpine passes and more — but you’ll have to slow down a bit Stay secure and make sure you have the best reading experience possible by upgrading your browser Home / E-News / Updates from Olympia We’re nearing the halfway point of the 2025 session as we work to move meaningful legislation forward I’m eager to share some important information with you too many families are struggling to find and keep a home the Legislature is considering several proposals to lower housing costs Here are some of the key bills under consideration:  Modernizing parking to lower housing costs — Outdated parking mandates drive up construction costs and limit housing supply. Senate Bill 5184 caps minimum parking requirements and gives developers more flexibility — helping lower costs and encouraging walkable communities Holding local governments accountable — Cities and counties play a crucial role in meeting housing needs. Senate Bill 5148 ensures local governments follow state housing laws by enabling the Department of Commerce to review local regulations that will help the state meet its need for 1 million new homes by 2044 Limiting corporate control of single-family homes — Large investment firms are buying up single-family homes, outbidding families. Senate Bill 5496 stops companies that already own 50+ homes from purchasing more and establishes a registry to track corporate ownership protecting homeownership opportunities for Washington families Stabilizing rent increases — Rent hikes are making it harder for families to stay in their homes. House Bill 1217 caps rent increases at 7% annually requires 180 days’ notice for increases over 3% and lets tenants break leases without penalty if rent exceeds legal limits These bills are still making their way through the Legislature but I remain committed to finding real solutions to Washington’s housing crisis — because everyone deserves a stable Today is what’s known as “fiscal cutoff” in the Legislature This means all bills with a significant fiscal impact must move out of the Senate Ways & Means Committee by the end of the day in order to continue moving through the process It also means we will start spending more of our time on the Senate floor passing the bills still in play The Ways & Means Committee has spent the last several days hearing dozens of bills and deciding which ones to advance Each decision reflects careful consideration of the bill’s impact and the resources available to move Washington forward Many of you have shared your thoughts on Senate Bill 5592 which addresses manufacturers and vehicle dealers Although it didn’t pass out of committee before last week’s policy cutoff As more Washingtonians adopt electric vehicles the need for a fair auto market has become clear This bill aimed to let all electric vehicle manufacturers sell directly to consumers only one automaker can bypass franchise laws This bill would have updated Washington’s auto sales system Though the bill isn’t moving forward this year my colleagues and I remain dedicated to creating a fair auto market and ensuring equal opportunities for all electric vehicle manufacturers Staying connected with the people I represent is one of the most important parts of this job Your insights and feedback help shape the work we do in Olympia and I value the conversations we have — whether it’s over email Ways & Means, Chair Health & Long-Term Care