Mountain View Funeral Home: Stephen Allen Dable; Melinda Ann Prost. New Tacoma Cemeteries, Funeral Home and Crematory: Cordell W Christopher, Sr.
Kilmer Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Digital Literacy and Skills Under WIOA
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. Today (Dec. 7, 2023), U.S. Representatives Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05) announced the introduction of the bipartisan Investing in Digital Skills Act, legislation to expand training opportunities around digital skills and literacy. Acknowledging the importance of these skills in the modern workforce, the Investing in Digital Skills Act would […]
The Kids Are Home For the Holidays. How’s Their Mental Health?
Submitted by Dr. Kristina Petsas, UnitedHealthcare Chief Medical Officer in Washington. s the holiday season approaches, students across the country are wrapping up their papers and exams for a long holiday break. For many, it is a time to rest, recharge and catch up with friends and family. It can also be an important opportunity […]
UPS releases President’s Annual Report for 2022-2023
University of Puget Sound announcement. This year, your generosity and steadfast support helped the Logger community reach new heights. From our aspirational students and scholarly faculty to our dedicated staff, alumni, and friends, we continue to live out the Puget Sound mission of academic excellence. We are pleased to share with you highlights from a […]
The Northwest Seaport Alliance names Jeff Bellerud as Chief Operating Officer
Northwest Seaport Alliance announcement. The Northwest Seaport Alliance is glad to welcome Jeff Bellerud as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, he will be responsible for overseeing marine operations including rail, road, terminals, breakbulk operations, and management of the waterway. With extensive strategic level experience in terminal operations and Class 1 railroads, Jeff’s career spans […]
Obituary Notices – December 8, 2023
Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Harry Eugene Cartwright. Mountain View Funeral Home: Nathaniel Maurice Axson; Pamela Carter; Eugene Christin; Marion F. Donathan; Rick Larue Lynch; Jerry Rollins; Debby Ryan; Judith Wagner; Albert Weiss Sr. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Julieta V. Alberto. Powers Funeral Home: Reidar Kelley Ilvedson.
Medal of Honor Recipient Master Sergeant Earl D. Plumlee Retirees
Submitted by MAJ William Brink, 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne). JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – Medal of Honor Recipient Earl D. Plumlee retired after 25 years of service across the Oklahoma National Guard, U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Army. He spent 14 years at 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne). Plumlee received the Medal of Honor for […]
United for University Place January 2024 Meeting – Save the Date
Submitted by Dana Giove. I hope all of you are staying dry this very rainy week! Please see below for a few quick updates related to the United for University Place Coalition. November 2023 – Thank you to all who were able to join us on November 15th to meet and hear from our University […]
Strickland Appointed Newest Member of the New Democrat Coalition’s Leadership Team
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. Today (Dec. 5, 2023), Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and New Democrat Coalition Chair (NDC) Annie Kuster (NH-02) announced that Strickland will join the Coalition as a Leadership Member. Following Rep. Lori Trahan’s (MA-03) election to the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee (DPCC), Chair Kuster appointed Rep. Strickland to fill […]