On July 1, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the INVEST in America Act, which included an amendment led by Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and a bipartisan group of lawmakers from the Pacific Northwest to support salmon recovery. The amendment would create a new program within the U.S. Department of Transportation, the National Culvert Removal, Replacement, and […]
Strickland Questions Army Sec. Warmuth on the Importance of Housing, JBLM Operations, and Tribal Relations at HASC Hearing
Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement after she questioned Army Secretary Christine E. Wormuth during a House Armed Services Committee (HASC) Hearing on the FY2022 Army Budget Request. Strickland’s questions focused on the urgent need to increase housing options for servicemembers and their families, foster a positive and equitable relationship between Joint Base […]
Obituary Notices – July 5, 2021
Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Lou Stanley Young; Dawn Baty. Mountain View Funeral Home: Hoyat Beason; Leonard Drummer; Mildred L. Miller; Richard Rabisa; Taililigo Nina Tuafafie. Hill Funeral Home: Jerry E Jonas; Christopher Snell.
Overnight paving closes SR 167 ramp to westbound SR 512 in Puyallup
PUYALLUP – After Independence Day, construction crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will close the northbound State Route 167 on-ramp to westbound SR 512 each night for paving. Tuesday, July 6 to Friday, July 9 and Monday, July 12 Each night from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. the following day, crews will […]
Kilmer Secures Funding for Tacoma Infrastructure Priorities as Part of the INVEST in America Act
On July 1, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the INVEST in America Act, a comprehensive infrastructure package that aims to make transformational investments in highways, roads, bridges, transit, rail, and water infrastructure. Supporters of the bill believe it will create good-paying jobs, modernize the nation’s infrastructure, and reduce carbon pollution. The legislation puts some […]
City of Puyallup Seeking Applicants to Write Pamphlet Statements For Bond Measure
The City of Puyallup seeks applications from residents to write “for” and “against” statements for the voters’ pamphlet regarding a bond measure for a public safety facility. On July 13, 2021, the City Council will consider second and final reading of an ordinance which would authorize a ballot measure to be placed on the November […]
Community advocate to serve as next Tacoma Public Utility Board member
TACOMA, Wash. – On July 1 Holland Cohen, who owns and manages a real estate brokerage, became the newest member of the Tacoma Public Utility Board. A South Tacoma native, Cohen is dedicated to community advocacy with particular interest in championing growth and equitable access. She sees her appointment as an opportunity to learn about and influence policy […]
Exciting Summer at Tacoma Art Museum
After over a year of closures and temporary operating hours, Tacoma Art Museumkicks off this summer with new operating hours and more inclusive pricing, along with a series of community events and exhibitions for visitors to enjoy. Starting July 1, TAM is excited to announce the Museum opens with refreshed hours and daily prices to […]
Grocery Outlet Announces Eleventh Annual ‘Independence from Hunger Campaign
Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, extreme-value grocery retailer, today launched its 11th consecutive Independence from Hunger Food Drive to combat food insecurity. From June 23 – July 31, 2021, the campaign will collect cash donations and pre-made bags of nonperishable foods in-store at Grocery Outlet’s 400 locations that will be distributed to local food agencies partners. […]