City of Puyallup announcement. 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 December 7, 2021, the City Council will consider second and final reading of an ordinance which would authorize a ballot measure to be […]
To Know
The University Place City Council Nov. 29 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Nov. 29 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
The Lakewood City Council, Nisqually Tribal Council Nov. 29 Joint Meeting Agenda
The Nisqually Tribal Council and the Lakewood City Council will hold a Joint Meeting on Nov. 29 (6 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
CPSD Staff Spotlight: Moira McDonald
A Clover Park School District story. Our CPSD Staff Spotlight this week features Oakbrook Elementary School fourth/fifth grade teacher Moira McDonald. She originally began working in the district in 2013. Moira started her education career as a special education paraeducator. At the urging of colleagues and former Oakbrook principal Sheri Warrick, Moira earned her masters […]
Making a Difference Foundation receives grant
Making a Difference Foundation announcement. Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) has been awarded a $5,000 grant from International Paper’s Global Cellulose Fibers Innovation Center in Federal Way, WA, and the International Paper Foundation. Funds will support the purchase of fresh and culturally appropriate food to give away to clients in need and help the organization […]
Obituary Notices – November 27, 2021
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Heung Soon Yoon; Patricia Ann Ewell. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Delores Marie Barrett. Mountain View Funeral Home: Duangjai Haines; Ronald Klungness; Ronald Martin; Simon Sea. Hill Funeral Home: Matt Williams. Week’s Dryer Mortuary: Stephen Nickolas Williams.
Pierce County Council Adopts $2.97 billion 2022-2023 Biennial Budget
Pierce County Council announcement. The Pierce County Council adopted the county’s nearly $3 billion biennial budget Tuesday, making critical investments to handle growth and establish a framework to build back stronger than before the pandemic. “Over the last two years we responded quickly to the changing environment presented by the pandemic, promoting and supporting businesses […]
Temporary Ferry Loading Lane in Steilacoom Nov. 29-Dec. 3
As the Town of Steilacoom adds a roundabout at the intersection of Union Ave and Rainier Street, ferry traffic will temporarily (Nov. 29-Dec. 3) be redirected down Main Street to Commercial Street. Click here to see a map.
Across the Fence: Authentic German Cuisine
When I first came to Washington State, I was surprised about the enthusiastic welcome Germans get over here. I realized quickly that it had to do a lot with American military being deployed to my mother country. And, as ever so often, the way to a (wo)man’s heart is through their stomach. Yet, not everybody […]