Meridian Market, Via Susina, and New Leadership

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 2m

Construction has begun on the Meridian Market & Gas in northeast Lacey, a project that sparked fierce local opposition over traffic and school proximity — now the hearing examiner holds final say after a dramatic council vote. Meanwhile, the Knudson family’s Via Susina development is poised to reshape downtown Olympia with a garden-style apartment complex, artisan alley, and a potential downtown Casa Mia — all while competing with other major projects like a tribal hotel and new county offices. On the leadership front, Shauna Stewart is now permanent CEO of Experience Olympia & Beyond…