Submitted by The Lakewood Elks Lodge no. 2388. Help us spread Holiday Cheer to children in need. We are asking those who can help, to donate new/unwrapped children’s gifts to the lodge by Dec. 20. On Dec. 21 from 12-3 we will be hosting our annual Santa’s Workshop Wonderland Event. During the event, children will […]
Obituary Notices – November 14, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Michael Buchanan; John R Dolge; Johann R. Drewett; Alvin Pineda Lackey; Braxton Gene Rawls Jr.; Gary Ralph Weller. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Misty A. Hahn-Zwosta.
The Steilacoom Historical Museum Holiday Store is about to begin
Steilacoom Historical Museum Association announcement. The Holiday Store will be open weekends beginning November 16 through December 8, on Saturdays from 10-4 and Sundays from 12-4. The store will feature unique and quality gifts for all ages. Shop local and find Christmas decorations, puzzles, Advent Calendars, greeting cards, journals, toys, books about local places, nautical […]
Letter: Thanks a Ton
Submitted by Claudia Ellsworth. The Rotary Club of University Place-Fircrest (Rotary of UP-Fircrest) gathered donations of 1,618 pounds of food, and cash donations of over $600 from shoppers at Green Firs Safeway for Families Unlimited Network Food Bank providing nearly a ton of food for needy families. This marks the fourth year of cooperation with […]
Obituary Notices – November 13, 2024
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Davian Ezekiel Sanchez-Resendiz. Mountain View Funeral Home: Lucille E Burk; Mary Louise Deibert; Roger Hensley Jr; Dennis Lynn; Betty Ruth McCartney; Marie Yount Neiditz. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Ellis O. Roberts; Lorraine C. Crandall; Jorge L. Morelles Jr.; Curtis D. Proctor; Beverly J. Maruna. Scott Funeral Home: laudell Baxter.
Video: Racing Against the Odds: Inspiring Journeys with Madonna Hanna and Marcus Chambers
From THE EMBC NETWORK. Have you ever wondered what it really takes to defy the odds and achieve your dreams? In this powerful episode, we’re joined by two exceptional guests who have defied the odds and continue to inspire with their determination and dedication. Madonna Hanna is a trailblazer who overcame significant challenges in her […]
Boys & Girls Clubs CEO wins South Sound’s first National Philanthropy Award
Submitted by Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound. Tacoma, WA – Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound’s President and CEO Carrie Prudente Holden will receive the Outstanding Change Maker award at the inaugural National Philanthropy Day Chapter Awards at Tacoma Community College from 5-6:30 p.m., November 15. Chosen by the Association […]
Join Rep. Mari Leavitt for a Cocoa and Conversation
Submitted by Mari Leavitt. You are invited! Join State Representative Mari Leavitt as she continues her series of community conversations. It’s a great way to discuss issues important to you and your family, hear about the work Mari has done to support local projects and priorities in our communities, and for her to learn what […]
Obituary Notices – November 12, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Ronald James Neal. Powers Funeral Home: Lois Winnifred Hovey; John Wilbert Kerr; LaVerne Lois Waller; David George Guckel; Danny Lee Williams; Cathleen A. Coty; Donald Edward Bruno; Peter Maclyn Martin; Harvey Loren Faker; Lyle D. Fowler; Sharon Gunhus; Beverly Kay Stone. Scanlin Cremation & Burial: Jason Delaney Drawhorn.