University Place has never looked so colorful! The recent Color it UP Art Contest showcased the incredible talents of our youth, with students from grades 5-12 participating in this vibrant competition. Selected artworks from the 2023 contest adorn utility boxes throughout the City, turning everyday objects into stunning displays of creativity. This initiative not only […]
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RFP: 5-Year Consolidated Plan
The City of Lakewood is accepting proposals from consulting firms and/or other individuals with proven experience and understanding of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Programs for the preparation of its 2025-29 Consolidated Plan and update the Analysis of Impediments to fair housing choice. The […]
Retail Display Design: A Retrospective
Retail Display Design: A RetrospectiveFriday, August 9 – 6:30pm Tacoma Historical Society Museum – 406 Tacoma Ave S Join Tacoma Historical Society for our August monthly program presented by former fashion stylist & prop designer, Karen McClain. Karen will be sharing her experiences as a window display designer for the Downtown Tacoma People’s store in […]
Local Residents Graduate from Pacific University
Local students graduated in Spring 2024 from the Pacific University in Oregon. Celebrating 175 years of purpose, Pacific University is Washington County, Oregon’s only comprehensive university. With undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in the arts and sciences, business, education, health professions and optometry, Pacific inspires its 3,600 students to think, care, create, and pursue justice […]
Obituary Notices – July 29, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Taulolomi Tuese Petelo.
Historic Fort Steilacoom Acquires Artifacts of Pioneer Soldier Who Started the Tradition of Military Retirees Building Our Community
The Historic Fort Steilacoom Association (HFSA) is thrilled to announce the acquisition of artifacts belonging to Private Christopher M. Mahon, an Irish-born soldier stationed at Fort Steilacoom in 1849. This remarkable discovery sheds light on the lives of early military personnel and their enduring connection to the Puget Sound region. Mahon, a member of Company […]
“Finding Nemo” Headlines 2024’s Movie in the Park
One of U.P.’s most popular summer events returns to Cirque Park (7250 Cirque Drive W.) on Saturday, Aug. 3 with a free showing of Disney Pixar’s family classic, “Finding Nemo.” The movie will begin at dusk, but the festivities kick off at 7:30 p.m. with lots of fun activities including face painting, bounce houses and […]
Lakewood Farmer Market & Summer Concerts return
The Lakewood Farmers Market and Summer Nights at the Pavilion Summer Concert return to Fort Steilacoom Park Tuesday, July 30. The Lakewood Farmers Market runs every Tuesday from 2-7 p.m. and will continue uninterrupted through Sept. 17. The summer concerts also run Tuesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Pavilion at Fort Steilacoom Park and will […]
Update on Village at Chambers Bay Parking Meters
The activation of parking meters at the Village at Chambers Bay has been delayed. It is anticipated the meters will go live in mid-August. Visit the City’s website and future issues of Headlines for more updates.