Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. On March 2, 2023, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (HI) reintroduced legislation to protect federal workers and their families from foreclosures, evictions, and loan defaults during a government shutdown. The Federal Employee Civil Relief Act would enable government employees and contractors to postpone payment […]
Tacoma Traffic Officers Ask Drivers to Slow Down to Save Lives
Tacoma Police Department announcement. Tacoma, Wash. – In 2022, the Tacoma Police Department’s Collision Investigation Team responded to 45 callouts, including 21 fatality collisions and 24 serious injury collisions. In the first two months of this year, the team has already responded to 8 traffic collision callouts, including 6 traffic fatalities and 3 collisions resulting […]
Prepare in a Year: March
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. West Pierce Fire & Rescue is dedicated to ensuring the community is prepared in the event of a disaster. During major disasters, such as an earthquake, firefighters may be delayed in their response to 9-1-1 calls and the community will need to rely on each other to assist until […]
Lakewood Youth Council member recognized
City of Lakewood announcement. Lakewood Youth Council member Brandon Elliott received a surprise Tuesday morning. And Lakewood Mayor Jason Whalen and Deputy Mayor Mary Moss were there to celebrate. The city nominated Elliott for the University of Washington Presidential Scholar scholarship. Elliott’s mother joined him to hear the news. So did Clover Park School District […]
Testing, restoration, rail grinding and final touches continue through March
Sound Transit announcement. Construction and testing are happening throughout the Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension project area, including crews continuing the roadway restoration and station finishes, adjusting utilities, testing systems, and repairing damages to the concrete and rail along the alignment. The contractor is also working on final checklist items, which come up at the end […]
Free Business Skills Training Now Available for Pierce County Small Business Owners
Pierce County announcement. The Pierce County Business Skills Program offers busy small business owners and entrepreneurs a way to work on their business on their own time, at their own pace. FREE, on-demand business skills training is now available to help small businesses start, grow, and stay on track. Classes focus on the basics of […]
The Lakewood City Council March 6 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on March 6 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Friday Forums 2023 More Than the Tailpipe: Climate Resilience & Mobility
Downtown On the Go announcement. Tacoma, Wash. – As extreme weather events become more common in the South Sound, we’re faced with a serious question: How do we build a climate resilient Tacoma? Join us for a panel exploring the intersections of community, mobility, and climate. This free Friday Forum panel event from Downtown On […]
The University Place City Council March 6 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on March 6 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.