Washington State House Democrats announcement. Rep. Mari Leavitt, D-University Place, will work from home following a positive COVID-19 test on Friday. “Fortunately, I do not have any symptoms and am fully vaccinated and boosted,” said Leavitt. “I am thankful for our COVID-19 procedures that prevented me from spreading it to anyone else. I am also […]
CPSD Promising Future: Joseph Slate
A Clover Park School District story. Our Promising Futures featured student this week is Thomas Middle School eighth grader Joseph Slate. Joseph is an easy-going student who enjoys spending time with his friends, playing video games and camping. “I love camping and hanging out with friends in my boy scout troop. I’m thinking of sticking […]
2022 Horizon Economic Forecast planned for Jan. 26
Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber announcement. TACOMA, Wash. – Understanding the trends of the economic sectors you depend on is vital for sound business planning. At the Tacoma-Pierce County’s virtual Horizons Economic Forecast, you will hear from local and regional business leaders in a wide array of sectors, leading economists will discuss our local, regional, and national economies, […]
Strickland Releases 2021 Annual Report Showing Historic Wins for the South Sound
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. On January 13, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released a report that highlights her legislative and constituent service accomplishments for the people of the South Sound. Read the full report here, and watch the recap video here. “I’m proud of the work we have done in 2021 to deliver for our neighbors […]
Observations and commentary on the Jan. 10 Clover Park School Board Meeting
Submitted by John Arbeeny. I attended the 10 January 2022 Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board meeting which was conducted both “virtually” and in person which was the right thing to do and a pleasant surprise. However we are still awaiting the minutes for the 13 December 2021 which will not be forthcoming before the […]
Kilmer Votes to Protect Voting Rights, Strengthen Democracy
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. On. January 13, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) voted in favor of the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act – a sweeping package of reform bills aimed at strengthening the voice of the American people in their democracy by making it easier for eligible voters to vote, ending the dominance […]
Fuel Spill Cleanup on Thea Foss Waterway
City of Tacoma announcement. The City of Tacoma was notified on Friday, January 14, that a commercial vehicle incident took place near East D Street and East 27th Street near the Tacoma Dome. A commercial vehicle ruptured a diesel saddle tank and discharged 60 to 80 gallons of diesel fuel to the street, stormwater system, […]
Obituary Notices – January 15, 2022
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Jack Ronald Davis. Mountain View Funeral Home: Mary Carlsen; Charlotte Grimmer; David Herman; Cheryl Shepherd-Saten; Janice I. Stacy; Domingo Macadangdang Yanos. Week’s Dryer Mortuary: Ella Louise (Kipper) Peele; Elmo Kane Taylor Jr.
Umoja
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. I learned a new word – from a different culture – reflecting an important value that is critically needed in our community, country and world. Everywhere I go, I talk with people who are tired, frustrated and, frankly, cranky. Two years of COVID and the associated loss, uncertainty and […]
Lakewood Playhouse cancel The Haunting of Hill House due to COVID-19
Lakewood Playhouse announcement. During the final week of production for “The Haunting of Hill House”, a production member tested positive for COVID-19, necessitating their quarantine for at least five days or until symptom and fever-free as per current CDC guidelines. It also followed that the rest of the cast, the director, and some of the […]
Steilacoom Town Administrator January 14 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s January 14 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
Hello, Clover Park High School Timberwolves
Clover Park School District announcement. LAKEWOOD, Wash. — When Clover Park High School teams compete this year, new cheers will fill the stands. Clover Park High School has selected a new school mascot: the Timberwolves. The school’s mascot selection process was led by a team of students and staff from the high school’s site council. […]