Submitted by Delta Dental of Washington. National Children’s Dental Health Month (February) may be nearly over, but a new guide for parents helps kids smiles stay healthy year round. Rather than relying on your favorite search engine and having to sift through results which have not been vetted by dentists, Delta Dental of Washington has […]
Obituary Notices – February 28, 2024
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Marian Vinette Ano. Mountain View Funeral Home: Raymond Soo Jung. Week’s Dryer Mortuary: Ray Martin Smith.
Strickland Launches 4th Annual Congressional Art Competition
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced today, that her office will begin accepting submissions for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to recognize, honor, and encourage young artistic talent across the nation. “The annual Congressional Art Competition gives students the opportunity to showcase their artistic talent and represent […]
Part 5, Last season in the sun
Submitted by Paul Nimmo. In the previous chapter it was noted that my son lost his Junior year of High School Baseball, but his New Level Team was very active that Summer. However, that was not the only team Ethan played on. Ethan played for Lakes High School in a summer development League. This allowed […]
First Financial Northwest Bank Provides Remote Financial Literacy Learning Resources to Local Schools
First Financial Northwest Bank is bringing financial literacy education to over 880 students in several Washington counties. Students at three local schools (Clover Park High School, Mt. Tahoma High School, and Heritage School) have free access to Banzai, an award-winning online program and content library that allows users to practice real-world finance from the safety […]
Legislative Update: A Focus on Community & Public Safety
Office of Rep. Mari Leavitt, 28th Legislative District announcement. We are less than two weeks away from sine die, the time when the legislature adjourns for the 2024 legislative session. In today’s newsletter, I’m sharing vital information with you on what I’m working on or supporting how money for community and public safety is spent right […]
Kilmer Announces NOAA Grant Award to Washington Maritime Blue for Ocean-Based Climate Solutions
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. TACOMA, WA – Today (Feb. 23), U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) proudly announced that Washington Maritime Blue has been awarded a significant grant, totaling $248,403 from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) under its Ocean-Based Climate Resilience Accelerators Program. This grant marks a monumental achievement in advancing ocean-based climate solutions […]
Obituary Notices – February 27, 2024
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Ellen Gloria Gotchy; Young Jik Bell; Kenneth Walton; Linda Sue Pridgen Olive. Mountain View Funeral Home: Barbara Jean Welch.
2024 Hunger walk
Submitted by Emergency Food Network. The Hunger Walk is a great way to get involved with Hunger Awareness Month, help your neighbors in need, and have some fun. Proceeds from the Hunger Walk will help Emergency Food Network (EFN) provide Pierce County with a consistent, diverse, and nutritious food supply so that no person goes hungry. […]