Submitted by TacomaProBono Community Lawyers. Thousands of people in Pierce County are behind on rent due to COVID-19 and fear eviction – but as of July 1, tenants have new rights, new protections, and an opportunity to take advantage of an unprecedented level of help. Tacomaprobono Community Lawyers, Tacoma Refugee Choir and Stressed Out Entertainment […]
To Know
Tacoma Link fares are changing
If you ride Tacoma Link, Sound Transit wants to hear from you on new fares that will begin when the Hilltop Extension opens in 2022. Find out more and take the survey at SoundTransit.org/TFares. You can also email your comments to fares@soundtransit.org; attend the public hearing on July 15th or call us at 800-201-4900. Comments will be […]
U.P. Chief’s Corner: We’re Ready to Get Back Out for National Night Out
I can say that, without a doubt, one of my favorite annual events in University Place is National Night Out. So I am thrilled that we will be able to join you in celebrating your support for our community-police partnerships again this year on Tuesday, Aug. 3. There are neighborhoods that I still remember visiting […]
Riders want improvements at Lakewood, South Tacoma Stations
Riders told Sound Transit they want to see improved lighting, pedestrian infrastructure, bicycle infrastructure, additional parking and more at the Lakewood and South Tacoma Stations. Sound Transit hosted an online open house from April 1-20, 2021, to introduce the Lakewood and South Tacoma Stations Access Improvements projects to the public and to seek feedback on types of […]
Pierce County Library System’s Board discusses reopening libraries and more
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will discuss reopening libraries, upgrades to Bonney Lake and Graham Pierce County Libraries, and other issues at its Board meeting on Wednesday, July 14, 3:30 p.m. Join the meeting by phone or online: Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659 Zoom with a Zoom account […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed July 8
On July 8, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for June 16-29 is 62.7. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 2.7 per 100,000. Today we confirmed 52 COVID-19 cases and 0 deaths. Our totals are 51,332 cases and 620 deaths. […]
Obituary Notices – July 9, 2021
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Fremont Ashley Oliver; Anastasiya Fedorets; Yu O. Watson; Kimberlee Neal. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: William John Zentner; Jeanette Marie Miller. Mountain View Funeral Home: Daniel Heinz Collins; Ethel M. Wilson. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Michael W. Olson. Powers Funeral Home: Louise Johnson Rogers; Montgomery E Moynahan. Gaffney […]
Park renamed after Senator Rosa Franklin
Senator Rosa Franklin – who made history as the first African American woman to serve as a Washington State senator – joined the community for a celebration as a new park sign bearing her name was unveiled Thursday morning. Rosa entered the political scene following a 42-year career as a nurse who cared for wounded […]
The Redd Dog is Tacoma’s First U-Pour It Pub
TACOMA — The Redd Dog U-Pour It Pub has opened its doors (on 6th Ave) and we are certain that it will become the new favorite hang for your crew. Come in and make yourself at home. Seriously, you pour your own drinks around here! No need to wait for a server. Pour as little or as much as you’d like. Taste and […]