It’s that time of year again: time to get out the rakes and brooms to make sure that the catch basins near your property remain clear of leaves, needles and storm debris to prevent large puddles and ponding on U.P. streets. The City’s Public Works crews will be out in force in sweeper trucks to […]
Help Shape the Future of University Place
The City of University Place’s Comprehensive Plan is a broad statement of the community’s vision for the future and contains policies primarily to guide the physical development of the City. A Comprehensive Plan can also shape certain aspects of the City’s social and economic character. The Comprehensive Plan is a living document that must accommodate […]
Did You Have Coffee with a Cop?
Patrons running in for their venti lattes at the Starbucks in the Green Firs Towne Center on Oct. 4 might have been surprised to see a heavy police presence there that day. But the men in blue were not responding to a call for service, but were there as part of the National Coffee with […]
A Memorable Meet-Up
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 […]