Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. On May 10, U.S. Representatives Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Co-Chairs of the Puget Sound Recovery Caucus, spoke with Puget Sound recovery advocates at the U.S. Capitol during the annual Puget Sound Day on the Hill. Puget Sound is our region’s most iconic body of water. It’s a […]
Washington Traffic Safety Commission to increase seat belt patrols beginning May 15
Washington Traffic Safety Commission announcement. Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) supports annual law enforcement campaigns to increase seat belt use. This year’s campaign will be May 15 and June 4. Seat belt use plays a critical role in reducing the severity of traffic-related injuries and remains a national and Washington state priority. Since 2015, approximately […]
Port of Tacoma Road ramp meter to southbound I-5 in Fife returns May 15
Washington State Department of Transportation announcement. TACOMA – On Monday, May 15, the Washington State Department of Transportation will turn on the Port of Tacoma Road ramp meter to southbound Interstate 5. This meter was taken offline while the ramp was realigned to match the new profile of southbound I-5 and the new southbound I-5 […]
Ft. Steilacoom Dog Park to close May 17-18 to remove hemlock
City of Lakewood social media post. HEADS UP: Unfortunately, we found poison hemlock in the Ft. Steilacoom Dog Park. In order to protect you and your furry friends we have to close the Dog Park next Wednesday, May 17, and Thursday, May 18, to remove it.
Arlington Project returns to Clover Park High School May 24
Clover Park School District social media post. CPSD is proud to present the annual Arlington Project on Wednesday, May 24, at Clover Park High School. This ceremony honors Memorial Day and the sacrifices made by many service members to keep our country safe. Please join us at 4 p.m. for this important event.
Henri Coronado-Volta discusses his global studies major, studying away, and his plans to attend UW’s Public Health Epidemiology program
Written by Lora Shinn, PLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer. Henri Coronado-Volta (Class of 2023) grew up in Seattle, Washington, and chose PLU because the smaller school offered the opportunity to build community, a chance to continue swimming, and living close to home—but not too close. He double majored in global studies and Hispanic studies […]
The Puyallup Library Advisory Board May 15 Meeting Agenda
The Puyallup Library Advisory Board will hold a Regular Meeting on May 15 (6 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Obituary Notices – May 13, 2023
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Dorothy Ann Lovelace. Mountain View Funeral Home: Carson D. Cutler; Jack Stocker Hemion; Purita Japitana Lirio; Robert W. Robinson; Margie Wilford. Gaffney Funeral Home: Arthur William Bader.
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Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. I’ve previously mentioned in the blog that one of the highlights of my week is attending the Monday New Employee Orientation. Meeting our newest colleagues is inspiring! I always enjoy the comments and perspectives of people who have chosen to contribute to our work, and this week’s conversation did not […]