Submitted by James (Jay) Miller, MD MPH (Tacoma-Pierce County Health Officer). You may remember reading news stories over a year ago about a woman who needed life-saving tuberculosis treatment. We have a happy update: She’s cured! The woman cooperated with Pierce County Superior Court’s orders and our disease investigators. She’s tested negative for tuberculosis (also called […]
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Obituary Notices – July 23, 2024
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Brenda Gail Passmore. Gaffney Funeral Home: Pamela Kay Knoll. Week’s Dryer Mortuary: Melvin “Mel” Lee Leonard.
Sheriff’s App
We are excited to announce the release of our department’s new, custom smartphone application. The app will serve as an innovative way for us to connect with residents, businesses, and visitors, providing information quickly and efficiently to anyone with a smartphone. The app was developed by TheSheriffApp.com, which specializes in mobile app development for law […]
Christopher Gorycki Named Interim Head of School at Charles Wright Academy
After a national search, veteran independent school leader Christopher A. Gorycki was chosen by the Charles Wright Academy Board of Trustees to serve as a two-year Interim Head of School beginning Friday, August 2, 2024. “We are excited to welcome Chris to the Charles Wright Academy community. He brings vast experience from his work in […]
JBLM will conduct demolitions, mortar, and artillery training
Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct day and nighttime demolitions, mortar, and artillery training from 23 July at 12 a.m. to 26 July at 11:59 p.m. Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs.
The DuPont City Council July 23 Meeting Agenda
The DuPont City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on July 23 (6 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Seeking public input to shape the future of Pierce County Parks
Pierce County Parks is reaching out to residents to gather feedback on the types of parks and recreational programs that are important to them and to understand any barriers they face in accessing recreational activities. This initiative is a key part of the ongoing update to the Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan. The […]
Obituary Notices – July 22, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Jeanne Louise Hansen; Lee Lodge Hartley; Joyce Arlene Underwood.
Class Offerings at Lakewood YMCA Ideal for Senior Citizens Who Are Lonely
Submitted by Eric Warn. A recent US Surgeon General’s report says that one out of every two Americans are lonely. Research shows that low to moderate intensity activities is more effective than more challenging workouts to reduce depression. Research also shows that weakening of our muscles accelerates after age 60, especially if you are not […]