New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Julie Marie Westfall; Gary Bowman; Lois Marie Klomp; Tai-mei Laxx; Angela June Taylor; Gyeong Suk Han; John Joseph Kinkella; Marguerite Marie Rivera; Sean Patrick Chevrier; Douglas Gale Jones; David Bruce Groppenger; Leona Mae Whealdon; Jimmie L. Butler Sr.; Barbara M. Wick; Jennifer Reyna Johnson; Shelbi Ann McIntyre; Christopher Hedley Waldock; […]
Body recovered from Waughop Lake
Lakewood Police social media post. Today (June 8) a fisherman found the body of a man in his 30s in Waughop Lake. The Pierce County Medical Examiner will determine cause of death. This is an open investigation. We believe this is connected to a reported missing person case in the city. More will be shared […]
The University Place City Council June 10 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting on June 10 (8:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Let’s go fishing
Tacoma Urban League announcement. Do you want a new fun way to engage with the youth in your life? Fish Tacoma with the Tacoma Ubran League is scheduled for June 10 (10 am-3 pm) at Wapato Park in Tacoma. See the flyer below! You can look forward to games, face painting, wildlife viewing, and more! […]
Paving Our Future Together – Introducing Our Three-Year Strategic Plan
The Humane Society of Tacoma & Pierce County annoucement. After 135 years, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is at an exciting stage in its development. To guide this new era, we conducted a major strategic planning process. We solicited input from a broad range of stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, and other animal […]
JBLM Airshow returns July 15-16
The JBLM Airshow & Warrior Expo is July 15-16 on McChord Field. Here are the transportation and parking plans for the General Public to include free, bus shuttles and on-base parking. https://youtu.be/2x0K-mLZueM. For DOD ID Cardholders, visit https://youtu.be/gHqd5wCDdpM.
Kilmer Applauds Inflation Reduction Act Implementation Plan Announcement
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. On June 6, 2023, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) applauded the announcement of a $2.6 billion framework to invest in coastal climate resilience through the Inflation Reduction Act, legislation Rep. Kilmer supported in August 2022. This initiative will support communities and people on the frontlines of climate change, dedicating nearly $400 […]
Union University names local students to Spring Dean’s and President’s Lists
Two hundred eighty-four students have been named to the Union University President’s List for the spring 2023 semester. Lakewood The President’s List includes full-time students who achieve a 4.0 grade point average on a four-point scale. Three hundred thirty-five students have been named to the Union University Dean’s List for the spring 2023 semester. Lakewood […]
Obituary Notices – June 8, 2023
Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Kathleen Hitsman. Mountain View Funeral Home: Karangalan C. Figuracion; Jamas Olson. Powers Funeral Home: Daniel T Crouchet; Wilbert Francis Hager Sr.