Mike Conner
Editor & Site Designer
Mike created the Living in Olympia web community in March 2010 with his launch of the Facebook page. He has since developed this website to complement the Facebook content. He is a real estate agent by trade, and this project has stemmed from his passion for promoting the greater Olympia community.
Robert Humes
Music & Style Writer
Robert joined the Living in Olympia team early in 2011 and has since contributed some of our most popular articles. His love for Olympia, and his positive outlook shine through in his writing. Robert covers the local music scene along with Olympia style & fashion.
Rachael Taylor
Lifestyle Writer & Photographer
Rachael brings incredible artistic talent to the Living in Olympia team. Her unique blend of engaging writing and stylistic photography is immediately recognizable. Rachael has covered everything from the local coffee scene to water quality, and continues to find interesting ways to showcase life here in Olympia.
Jennifer Crain
Local Foods Writer
Freelance writer Jennifer Crain brings an impressive writing background to our team. She has been covering local foods on her blog, The Plum Palate, and now brings that same flavor to our news coverage. Jennifer covers the local foods scene and brings those foods to life through her engaging voice and vivid photographs.