The public is invited to comment on a joint application that will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), requesting $5.5 million for Pathways to Removing Obstacles (PRO) Housing funding. Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) and South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHA³P) are submitting the application to create a Strategy […]
Thriving Together Small Business Resource Event
The Pierce County Community Navigator team and Metro Parks Tacoma invite you to the Thriving Together Resource Event. This event is ideal for local small business owners and entrepreneurs to network and learn about the resources available to help businesses thrive in Pierce County. October 10, 2024 | 8:30 AM- 12:30 PMThe STAR Center – Journey Hall, 3873 S […]
Public open house at Pierce County Emergency Management features fire demonstration and K-9 search dogs
The community is invited to explore and learn about Pierce County Department of Emergency Management (PCDEM) on Sept. 28. The open house is from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the department’s headquarters – 2501 S. 35th Street, Suite D, Tacoma, 98409. Attendees can: There is much more happening at the open house. We’ll see […]
Workshop offers nutrition tips, strategies for cancer prevention
In a world filled with fad diets and promises of miracle medications, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure about the best dietary choices for cancer prevention. Join us for an enlightening talk where we sift through the noise and focus on evidence-based nutrition strategies that can genuinely help reduce your cancer risk. Pierce County […]
Free Pierce County Alzheimer’s Conference returns Sept. 21
Individuals, family members and caregivers grappling with Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias are invited to attend the free 2024 Pierce County Alzheimer’s Disease Conference. The conference will be held on Saturday, Sept. 21, at Rainier View Christian Church, located at 12305 Spanaway Loop Road South, Tacoma, WA 98444. Doors open at 8 a.m. for participants […]
Executive Dammeier to veto Council ordinance that allows tent encampments
Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier today (August 20) informed the Pierce County Council that he intends to veto Ordinance 2024-540s. Dammeier’s letter reads, in part, “This ordinance would permit large tent encampments to be legally established throughout Pierce County with little to no public notice. I cannot support this.” He urged the Council to set […]
Sprinker Recreation Center to celebrate its new outdoor play features on Aug. 17
Pierce County Parks is celebrating the opening of Sprinker Recreation Center’s new outdoor amenities on Saturday, Aug. 17! The community is invited to join this free event from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a day filled with fun, games and activities for all ages. The design of Sprinker’s new outdoor enhancements was inspired by […]
Summer outreach event offers back-to-school supplies, resources and local talent showcase
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) and The Griot Party Experience are hosting “Summer Outreach Experience: Seeds to Garden,” a resource fair and youth talent showcase to support children and families as they prepare for back-to-school. Interested youth and families are invited to join us on Sunday, Aug. 25, from 12 – 5 p.m., at Edison […]
Sprinker Recreation Center to celebrate its new outdoor play features on Aug. 17
Pierce County Parks is celebrating the opening of Sprinker Recreation Center’s new outdoor amenities on Saturday, Aug. 17! The community is invited to join this free event from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a day filled with fun, games and activities for all ages. The design of Sprinker’s new outdoor enhancements was inspired by […]