A news story from City of University Place. What a thrill it was for me and all the members of our public safety caravans to get back out for National Night Out after taking 2020 off because of the pandemic! After a year’s absence, it was great to see and talk to folks again in […]
Pierce County Library System’s Board discusses 2022 planning and more
A press release from Pierce County Library System. PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will discuss it 2022 budget and work plan and other issues at its Board meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 3:30 p.m. Join the meeting by phone or online: Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659 Zoom with […]
1927 Silent Film Eyes of the Totem Now Available for Streaming
A press release from Tacoma Historical Society. The 1927 silent film Eyes of the Totem is now available for viewing online. It can be rented or purchased from Tacoma Historical Society’s page on Vimeo.com, for $5.95 (24-hour rental period), or film fans may purchase the film for $19.95 through Video On Demand on Vimeo. Go […]
UP Pho & Teriyaki grand opening
An announcement from the City of University Place. UP Pho & Teriyaki will celebrate a grand opening on August 9 (5-6 pm) at their store at 2620 Bridgeport Way W, Suite B.
Dickman Mill Headsaw Project Presentation Moved Online
Out of an abundance of caution as we continue to respond to the changing COVID situation, the Tacoma Historical Society (THS) has decided to move next the August 9, (7 pm) presentation about the Dickman Mill Headsaw Project online. Join the meeting via https://pugetsound-edu.zoom.us/j/92293172890. The meeting will also be recorded and shared on the THS YouTube Channel.
Pierce Transit August 9 Board Meeting Agenda
The Pierce Transit Board will meet on August 9 remotely at 4 pm. Read the meeting agenda and participation instructions here.
Lakewood Playhouse opens ticket sales for 2021-2022 season
An announcement from Lakewood Playhouse. New 2021-2022 Season Ticket Reservations are available as of August 1, 2021. Individual show tickets will go on sale Sept. 1, 2021 and Flex Passes are available any time. Learn more at the the website, by calling 253-588-0042 (leave a message), or boxoffice@lakewoodplayhouse.org.
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed August 5
A press release from Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. On August 5, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for July 14- July 27 is 209.2. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 3.6 per 100,000. Today we confirmed 275 COVID-19 cases and no new deaths. Our totals are 54,434 cases and 636 deaths. Find more information on: Case counts, hospitalizations, testing and […]
Obituary Notices – August 6, 2021
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Marie Magdalene Elms; Erich Anton Lindermair. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Edward Duane Hedington Jr; Michael John Nelson. Mountain View Funeral Home: Jack Avril; Robert N. Barnett; Oddette Ofelina Kelly; Sione Uluaki Unga Sr. Gaffney Funeral Home: Robert Stumpf.