Ruth Challender, a resident of U.P.’s Community Connection Place, celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by loving family and friends, including her great-great-granddaughter! She received a special birthday serenade as well as a Certificate of Recognition from the City of University Place that was presented to her by City Council Member Melanie Grassi. “What a joy […]
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Leadership Change at Sound Outreach
Submitted by Candace Dueckerm Board Chair, Sound Outreach. At the end of this year, Bryan Flint, who has served as Sound Outreach’s Executive Director for over five and a half years, will be stepping down. We are deeply grateful for Bryan’s exceptional leadership during a pivotal time in Sound Outreach’s history. He navigated us through […]
Veterans and Active-Duty Military Members: Social Security Has Your Back
Veterans Day is on Monday, November 11, 2024. We honor all veterans who served our country and risked their lives to protect us. If you know a veteran, please let them know about our Military and Veterans webpage at www.ssa.gov/people/veterans. On that page, we have information about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits for veterans, […]
Groundbreaking for Good Neighbor Village draws supporters and protestors
Via Pierce Prairie Post by Marianne Lincoln. Good Neighbor Village, the village of tiny homes that the Tacoma Rescue Mission and the Pierce County Executive’s office are trying to build in Spanaway, had a groundbreaking today, November 21, 2024. The event was an invitation only event at the farm site near the intersection of 176th and Spanaway Loop Road. […]
Hylebos Bridge Currently Closed to Vehicular Traffic
TACOMA, Wash. – The Hylebos Bridge (located off East 11th Street in the Tacoma Tideflats) is currently closed to vehicular traffic due to a technical malfunction. The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Engineering Division is working with a contracting crew to remedy the issue. The bridge will remain open to shipping vessels until a repair can be […]
Holiday Bake & Craft Sale
Submitted by Spanaway Concerned Citizens. The Spanaway Concerned Citizens are engaged, determined, and ready to make a difference. Together, we stand for what we “all” deserve: a healthy, sustainable environment where our voices are heard, our concerns are respected, and our future is protected. Today, your support fuels this fight for justice and empowers us […]
Day Shelters open this weekend
If you’re experiencing homelessness and need a place to visit this weekend, the following service providers are open: Saint Vincent de Paul4009 South 56th St., TacomaFriday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Family Housing Network5050 South Tacoma Way, TacomaThursday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Saturday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Clover Park School Distict November 2024 Board Review
School Board Recognizes Student Leaders The Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board of Directors recognized student leaders from Lakes High School, Clover Park High School and Harrison Preparatory School. Members of the Superintendent Youth Advisory Council were also honored as were members of the city of Lakewood Youth Council. Student leaders play an important role […]
District 5 Councilmember Announces Plans for Transition to Assessor-Treasurer
TACOMA – Current Council Vice Chair Marty Campbell (District 5) has announced his plans to resign from his Council seat on Dec. 31, 2024, to transition into his new role as Assessor-Treasurer. “It has been a great privilege to serve on the Pierce County Council and to represent the interests of our community in District […]