TACOMA, Wash. – Fitch Ratings has upgraded its outlook for the City of Tacoma, from ‘AA’ to ‘AA+’, signaling its comfort that the City continues to be on a sustainable fiscal path. The City’s upgraded rating is just one notch below the highest rating possible which is ‘AAA’. The City of Tacoma’s upgraded rating is supported […]
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Pierce College to receive Association of Community College Trustees regional equity award
Pierce College will receive the 2024 Pacific Region Equity Award from the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT). This recognition demonstrates the college’s commitment to creating equitable educational opportunities for underrepresented and underserved communities. “Equity is foundational to our mission of creating quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an […]
Clover Park School District August 2024 Board Review
August 12 Regular Meeting During its Aug. 12 meeting, the CPSD Board of Directors heard a report from Superintendent Ron Banner. Superintendent’s Report In his report, Banner discussed student achievement and community engagement. Student Achievement Community Engagement As part of the Individual Action Agenda, the Board of Directors: The next regular meeting of the school board […]
Hearing: Fircrest Public Hearing on 2025 Budget
The Fircrest City Council will conduct a public hearing on October 22, 2024, commencing at 7:15 P.M., or soon thereafter, to accept public comments on the Preliminary 2025 Budget revenue sources, followed by the Preliminary 2025 Budget. These meetings are open to the public. Citizens attending the public hearing have the right to provide written […]
City of DuPont Appoints New Chief of Police
DUPONT – The City of DuPont is pleased to announce the appointment of Bryan Moore as the new Chief of Police, effective September 1, 2024. Mayor Frederick nominated, and the City Council confirmed Moore as the next Police Chief for the City of DuPont at the August 27 City Council meeting. Chief Moore brings a wealth […]
Asia Pacific Cultural Center’s 14th Annual Samoa Cultural Week: A Resounding Success
Asia Pacific Cultural Center recently hosted its 14th Annual Samoa Cultural Week, drawing significant community interest and participation. The week-long event, held from July 21 to July 27, 2024, in various locations, was a vibrant celebration of Samoan culture, featuring a wide range of activities that showcased traditional Samoan customs, food, language, and arts. Event […]
Work to Repair Hylebos Bridge Projected to Begin on September 5
TACOMA, Wash. – Repairs on the Hylebos Bridge (located off East 11th Street in the Tacoma Tideflats) are projected to begin on September 5. The bridge will continue to be closed to vehicular traffic, but remain open to shipping vessels until this work is complete. The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Engineering Division anticipates that the bridge […]
SSA Announces New Efforts to Simplify SSI Applications
Today (August 28, 2024), the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a large step in a multi-year effort to simplify processes for people who are applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) by starting to offer an online, streamlined application for some applicants starting in December. SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults […]
More Maintenance Work on South Montgomery Street Through September 6
TACOMA, Wash. – South Montgomery Street – between South 72nd and South 74th streets – is closed for maintenance through September 6. This work is part of the Residential Street Restoration Program. It is weather-dependent, and timing may be subject to change. South Montgomery Street – between South 66th and South 68th streets – has […]