A press release from Washington State Employment Security Department. During the week of September 19 to September 25, there were 4,914 initial regular unemployment claims, up 1.3 percent from the prior week. Total claims filed by Washingtonians for all unemployment benefit categories numbered 97,068 down 14.6 percent from the prior week. Initial regular claims applications […]
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Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed October 1
A press release from Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. On Oct. 1, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for Sept. 9-22 is 569.1. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 10.8 per 100,000. Today, we confirmed 317 COVID-19 cases and 3 new […]
Obituary Notices – October 2, 2021
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Larry Young; Kimberley R. Breed; Donald Gene Slone; Anthony Wayne Davis. Mountain View Funeral Home: Phyllis Lloyd; William Lopez; Mildred Powell. Hill Funeral Home: Dale Thomas Canton.
A Place to Remember
A story from Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier. Sadly, there are too many news stories that remind us of the dangerous jobs our first responders have. Earlier this month, a Fircrest police officer was sprayed in the face with bear mace during a traffic stop. Last month, Central Pierce Fire & Rescue led the response […]
Steilacoom Town Administrator October 1 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s October 1 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
Lakewood City Manager October 1 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) October 1 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
The Harvester Restaurant Re-Open
Submitted by Lynn Castle. After a closure of 18 months, The Harvester Restaurant is pleased to announce the opening of their location in the Stadium District of Tacoma. Featuring classic American breakfasts and a hearty comfort food lunch menu, the owners of the Historical restaurant will be focusing on rebuilding their operation through an adjusted […]
PSE offers assistance to customers impacted by COVID-19
A press release from Puget Sound Energy. As Washington’s utility shut-off moratorium expires, Puget Sound Energy is engaging with customers in need, offering financial assistance options, extended payment plans and warning them of potential payment scams. With many families still struggling financially due to COVID-19, PSE is connecting customers with outstanding balances to information and […]
JBLM’s Hidden Contributions
A story from City of Lakewood. Joint-Base Lewis McChord is a good neighbor. JBLM’s presence contributes nearly 100k full-time equivalent workers and $14B in gross output – the base is fundamental to the local economy. Beyond the obvious, JBLM contributes in unusual ways to the region. Specialized military units frequently perform lifesaving work in the […]