When Don Cooper, a valued and dedicated volunteer with the University Place Police Department (UPPD), passed away in 2021, his wife Barbara generously donated $10,000 to help purchase a new K9 dog for the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD), of which UPPD is a contract agency. During the National Night Out festivities in August, Deputy […]
What’s UP with Biz?
On Sunday, Oct. 22, kids big and small are invited to attend a special “Tent or Treat” pop-up market at Northwest Medical Arts (5350 Orchard St. W.). From noon to 4 p.m., there will be games, small-business crafters and witches chocolate brew (also known as hot chocolate). This free event is sponsored by Northwest Medical […]
Prost to Another Outstanding Oktoberfest
A little rain could not dampen the fun for the record crowd that turned out for this year’s Oktoberfest celebration in Market Square. Everything was a hit, from the Magic in the PNW princesses who strolled among the crowd to stilt dancer Janet Rayor who was adorned in her Oktoberfest best. Pumpkin carving artist Wade […]
Celebrate the Fresh Look of Animal Care Clinic
Help the City of University Place officially welcome Animal Care Clinic in their newly updated space. Plan to join us on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m. for a ribbon cutting at their location: 4117 Bridgeport Way W.
Partner UP at First Financial NW Bank, Oct. 26
Are you a business owner who wants to expand your network in University Place? Come to Partner UP – a unique networking event that takes place in the spring and fall to bring together business owners in University Place. Enjoy food, drinks, and a great atmosphere, while building relationships and learning strategies from other like-minded […]
Curbside Oversize Brush Pickup Nov. 6-17
Pile Limitations: 1 per household no larger than 6′ wide by 6′ long by 6′ high The Oversized Brush Pickup is available to all residential customers of University Place Refuse and Recycling, even those without yard waste service. The pickup day for your area will be the same as your curbside recycling or yard waste pickup day […]
Help Shape your City
Are you passionate about making your city a better place? Then you’ll want to apply to become one of the City’s Commissioners! Your volunteer efforts will play a huge role in the growth and development of your city, and your unique knowledge and experience will make a difference. Applications are currently being accepted for the […]
Reimagining Cirque Park
The City of University Place is studying possible expansions of recreation opportunities at Cirque Bridgeport Park, a 22-acre community park in the heart of the city, more commonly known as Cirque Park. As a popular local amenity, the park is already much loved and well used. It was identified in the 2020 Parks Recreation and […]
Fall Safety Day is October 21
On Saturday, October 21, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) will host its annual Fall Safety Day event. This event is fun for the entire family and, of course, every child receives a free pumpkin! There will also be a food drive held at the event, so please bring your non-perishable donations. Pumpkins have been generously donated […]