A press release from Bates Technical College. It’s been 18 months since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, and a year and a half later, the problem is sadly no better as the Delta Variant of the virus surges — mainly among those who still refuse to get vaccinated. On this edition of Northwest Now, we’ll […]
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Construction may impact Steilacoom Ferry Lands
A press release from Town of Steilacoom. The Town of Steilacoom alerts the public of some upcoming work that may have some minor impacts to the ferry lanes. On Friday, October 1, the contractor will be paving along curb lines recently installed in three primary areas. The area that will see the greatest impacts to […]
Lakewood Farmers Market Season Wrap-Up
A story from City of Lakewood. Friday, Sept. 24 was the final Lakewood Farmers Market of the season. We would like to thank everyone who visited, and the vendors that make it such an attraction. We’ll see you next year! Visit the City of Lakewood Events page to learn about upcoming events and attractions, and […]
Upscale Vietnamese restaurant opening in South Hill soon
When Hello Pho Vietnamese Street Food and Bar opens in South Hill at 16116 Meridian Ave. E., it will bring with it an upscale style of Vietnamese cuisine currently in short supply in South Hill’s dining landscape. Think of Hello, Pho as something like the former Pho The Best, the higher-end Southeastern Asian restaurant that […]
Application Due By October 11 for the Planning Commission
A press release from City of Tacoma. The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill three positions on the Planning Commission, the District Nos. 2 and 5 positions and the Development Community position. Applicants seeking a district position must reside in that district. The Planning Commission develops and updates the Comprehensive Plan and its elements; and formulates […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed September 29
A press release from Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. On Sept. 29, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for Sept. 7-20 is 593.1. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 11.8 per 100,000. Today, we confirmed 420 COVID-19 cases and 5 new […]
Obituary Notices – September 30, 2021
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Roger Steven Pigue. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Patrick Garrett Kirchner. Mountain View Funeral Home: Thomas K. “Butch” Bowdish; Barbara L Little Harris; Jeanette Sorenson. Hill Funeral Home: Adam E. Thiry.
Fort Steilacoom Park Will Not Be Renamed
A story from City of Lakewood. The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board voted unanimously last night to deny an application to rename Fort Steilacoom Park in honor of Dr. Claudia B. Thomas. The park will remain Fort Steilacoom Park. Residents may apply to rename Lakewood Parks & Facilities. When an application is completed, a public hearing is scheduled […]
University Place mourns the passing of former Mayor and Council Member Ken Grassi
A press release from City of University Place. The City of University Place lost one of its founding fathers this week when Council Member and former Mayor Ken Grassi passed away on Sept. 26. In addition to owning and operating the popular Grassi’s Ristorante on Bridgeport Way for many years, Grassi was one of the […]