Submitted by John Simpson. In reading a recent article concerning Alyssa Anderson Pearson’s reelection bid to the Clover Park School District Board, I was reminded of Theodore Roosevelt’s quote about critics – especially those engaged in spreading misinformation – who are the “cold and timid souls who neither know victory or defeat.” In my opinion, […]
Clarks Creek Park North Outdoor Fitness Station Ribbon-Cutting
A press release from City of Puyallup. Puyallup, WA – The City of Puyallup is proud to announce the official opening and ribbon cutting for the Clarks Creek Park North Outdoor Fitness Station on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 10:00am. Following the ribbon cutting, All Things Fun Sports, in conjunction with the Puyallup Parks and Recreation Department, […]
Puyallup City Council Approves New Public Safety Building Bond Measure
Puyallup, WA – At their regular meeting on July 13, 2021, the Puyallup City Council approved an ordinance which will authorize a bond measure to appear on the November 2021 ballot. The bond is for a new Public Safety Building, located at 600 39th Ave SE. The new building will be a modern facility and house […]
Lion Club Member Honored
DeAnne Bennett, longtime member of the Lakewood First Lions Club, was recently honored for her efforts to improve Lakewood’s Springbrook Park.
Work begins for Chambers Creek Canyon Trail project
A press release from Pierce County. Work on a new bridge that will be installed as part of the Chambers Creek Canyon Trail project began July 26. The work is expected to be complete in mid-October. The first phase of the work will result in a new bridge crossing connecting the City of Lakewood to […]
Is your pet stinkin’ cute?
A press release from The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. Have you entered your pet in the Washington’s Cutest Pet Contest yet? Don’t miss the opportunity to make your pet a star and secure a coveted Pet of the Month feature! Whether they’re furry, feathered, or scaly, your best friend deserves a chance to show […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed July 27
A press release from Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. On July 27, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for July 5- July 18 is 122.9. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 2.8 per 100,000. Today we confirmed 67 COVID-19 cases and […]
Obituary Notices – July 28, 2021
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Mary-Jean Hopland; Daniel Scott Baergen. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Rodney John Santos. Mountain View Funeral Home: Raynola Blackshear; Barbara J. Danielsen; David Howard Franseen; Barbara Anne Hill; Taka Jackson; Charles Luchini. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Buddy Scott Allison. Hill Funeral Home: Darrell L. Mendenhall.
JBLM to train with demolitions July 28-31
A press release from Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct day and nighttime training with demolitions from 12:01 a.m. July 28 to 11:59 p.m. July 31. Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs.