Yesterday, at 9:28 a.m., deputies were dispatched to a multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of Canyon Rd E and Military Rd E near Frederickson. When deputies arrived, they discovered there were three passenger vehicles and one semi-truck involved and fully blocking the intersection. Three occupants were transported to the hospital for medical treatment. Investigators determined […]
Lens of Equity Coming to Tacoma in 2025
The Pierce County Community Engagement Task Force, driven by WorkForce Central’s passion for keeping DEAI (Diversity, Equity, Accountability, and Inclusion) at the forefront of what we do, is excited to bring you the 2025 Lens of Equity Summit at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center on Thursday, February 20, 2025. This time, we’re doubling down on […]
Oktoberfest Crowd Breaks Record
This year’s Oktoberfest in Market Square drew the largest crowd in its six-year history, with friends and neighbors enjoying a night of great food, great beer from E9 Brewing Co., and great entertainment. The Bean’s Brats and Beer Band got the crowd on their feet with rousing polkas and their own unique rendition of the […]
Across the Fence: Hausfrau
Have you ever come across the Germanism Hausfrau (pronounce: ‘howse-frouw, literally house woman) in the English language? I have to admit I haven’t. I only learned the English terms housewife and the much prettier one, homemaker. Housewife and Hausfrau to me have a different vibe from homemaker. The first two seem to focus on a […]
Proper training for our people
“Did you hear the good news?” I raised my head and looked at Johnny, my co-worker. “What’s the good news?” I asked. “None for you, dummy,” he laughed. “It finally happened Pipsqueak got a huge bonus, a great promotion, and is probably on the verge of a partnership. He’s been taking your advice because he […]
Letter: Smiling At The Same Moon
Thousands upon thousands of them against a blue-black sky, overwhelming for sheer numbers, are the stars. And among them, the first to appear, as the sun is the grand herald announcing a new day, is the moon, it’s soft glow like a pillow cushioning the night. And all the way across the country, while on […]
5th St Waterway Restoration Work Party, October 20
Steilacoom – A 5th Street Waterway Restoration Work Party will be held Sunday, October 20 (9-11 am) to remove invasive reed canary grass (CRG) from the banks of the 5th St Waterway and removal of blackberry vines to prepare the site for planting of native plants. Bring gloves and water. Wear long sleeves. Rubber boots […]
DuPont’s 2025 LTAC Grants Applications Open
City of DuPont LTAC grant applications (for activities in 2025) will be accepted from October 15, 2024, until November 8, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered for grant funding. To apply, click here: https://portal.laserfiche.com/t7629/forms/LTAC_Application LTAC grant funding is available to non-profits and public agencies for projects that assist with […]
Honoring the Champions
Submitted by South Hill Mall. There are very few ballplayers who can say they made it to the World Series. A group of young athletes from Puyallup, Washington did just that. In August, the South Hill Little League became the Northwest Regional Champions, earning them a berth at the Little League World Series. South Hill […]