Submitted by Aaron Arkin. In Walt Disney’s animated feature, “Dumbo”, a baby circus elephant with unusually large ears becomes the subject of ridicule and is separated from his mother. The very name, “Dumbo” suggests someone with no voice or agency. But he is discovered by the local crows to be able to use his huge […]
Letter: Reflections of and Old White Guy
Submitted by Blake Surina. I look like an old white guy. Or worse. As one friend described me to a human resources representative seeking a reference, “I confirmed for her that you were a ginormous man with a patched eye and grizzled hooked arm. A gravel-toned, furrow-browed, spinner of marvelous adventures. He’s been known to […]
JBLM to train with artillery Aug 3-4
A press release from Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct day and nighttime training with artillery from 12 a.m. Aug 3 to 11:59 p.m. Aug 4. Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs.
Lewis Army Museum tanked repainted by trio of volunteers
Submitted by LTC Ronald C. Powell. July 28-31, 2021 three volunteers descended on the M4A1 Sherman Tank at the Lewis Army Museum for a paint job and refresh. They gained approval from the museum director and two volunteers came from the Puget Sound Military Vehicle Collector’s Club (PSMVCC). Ivan Urnovitz (PSMVCC newsletter editor) and club […]
The Steilacoom Town Council Aug. 3 Meeting Agenda
The Steilacoom Town Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Aug. 3 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Prepare in a Year: August
A story from West Pierce Fire & Rescue. 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 […]
PLU launches Internship Fund to create equitable opportunities for students
A story from Pacific Luthern University. During her senior year at PLU, Chloe Willburn ‘21 wanted to intern with the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families. As a social work major, Willburn believed that the experience gained from working alongside DCYF would benefit not only her but her future clients. But the internship […]
DuPont Mayor & Council Weekly Report – July 30, 2021
An announcement from the City of DuPont. Read the weekly report online by clicking here. Read past reports here.
Board of Health August 4 meeting agenda
A press release from Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. The August 4, 2021 Tacoma-Pierce County Board of Health Agenda and packet are available for view on our website. Watch the meeting live on our website or through Zoom and entering Meeting ID: 966 8527 3697 and Passcode: 484284, when prompted.