The City of Fircrest experienced a water main break on the 1300 block of Alameda Avenue around 11 AM on Saturday, August 17. Public Works staff managed to shut off the water and contain the outage area by noon. The affected area includes Alameda Ave between Panorama Ct and Emerson St, where repairs are ongoing, […]
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Local leader appointed to the Pierce County Library System’s Board of Trustees
The Pierce County Library System’s Board of Trustees welcomes Ryan Wheaton, a Pierce County resident, residing near Puyallup, to its governing board. “As a parent, I understand the vital role libraries play in shaping our children’s educational journey, and as a lifelong learner, I know the continued resources libraries offer throughout our paths in life,” said Wheaton. […]
AG Ferguson files enforcement action against apartment complex in University Place for discriminating against applicants with disabilities
TACOMA — Attorney General Bob Ferguson filed a civil rights lawsuit today against a University Place apartment complex for illegal housing discrimination against applicants with disabilities. Sunset Ridge Apartments claims in its advertising it offers “equal opportunity housing for all people.” An investigation by the Attorney General’s Wing Luke Civil Rights Division revealed that, in reality, […]
Modern Twists for Two Older Plays With New Versions – Opening in September 2024
Two new productions are on the horizon for the Pacific Northwest: one is reaching forward and one is reaching back. They both bring a new look to older classics. At Lakewood Playhouse, we see a woman play the part of Jesus and in Olympia we see the classic stiff upper lip production of Pride and […]
Tacoma Venues & Events Presents SkillShops Series: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access in Events
TACOMA, Wash. – Tacoma Venues & Events (TVE) continues its innovative SkillShops series with the upcoming workshop “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access in Events.” Scheduled for August 19 at 11 a.m., this session will offer invaluable insights and practical tools to foster more inclusive and equitable community events. The SkillShop will feature a panel of […]
The Lakewood City Council August 19 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on August 19 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Eligibility for Social Security Spouse’s Benefits
Social Security helps you secure today and tomorrow with financial benefits, information, and tools that support you through life’s journey. If you don’t have enough Social Security credits to get benefits on your own record, you may be able to receive benefits as a spouse. Your spouse must be receiving benefits for you to get […]
Obituary Notices – August 17, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Jane Graham Tuttle. Oakey’s: William Gall.
A daunting challenge
Submitted by Bruce Dammeier, Executive. “Solving” chronic homelessness is hard and defies easy answers – that is why we need to be smart and invest in proven solutions that get results. When I discuss chronic homelessness, I am referring to the people who are trapped living on our streets in squalor, many with untreated mental […]