Tacoma – Job seekers will have access to high-quality paid learning opportunities in Pierce County through a partnership between WorkForce Central, Asia Pacific Cultural Center, and the Port of Tacoma. The partnership will provide career pathways training through paid internships and work experiences in the maritime and trade industries, including construction, skilled trades, manufacturing, and […]
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Morgan’s bill to create Department of Housing clears first hurdle
With the entire state facing a housing crisis, Washington should create a state Department of Housing, according to legislation by Rep. Melanie Morgan (D-Spanaway). “It is said that education is important to a living wage, but without housing, it means nothing,” Morgan said. “I am asking this committee to support this effort for our children, […]
Cascade Regional Blood Services to Transition Operations
Submitted by Cascade Regional Blood Services. After nearly eight decades of partnering with thousands of Pierce County donors to deliver life-saving blood products to local hospitals and patients in need, Cascade Regional Blood Services (CRBS) has announced plans to transition its local blood bank operations in February. The move comes in support of Bloodworks Northwest, […]
Obituary Notices – February 2, 2024
Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Mary Lee Loomis; Mountain View Funeral Home: Bernice B Griffin; Michael L. Kinney; Max (Bud) Owen. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Dolores Cooper. Powers Funeral Home: Harry Lee Shiffer; Patricia Laverne Querubin. Scott Funeral Home: Grant Matthias Alexander; Amiira Little Jackson. Max (Bud) Owen, 98 years, passes Services for […]
Lakewood Baseball Club
Submitted by Paul Nimmo. The Lakewood Baseball Club’s mission as coaches and parents to provide a healthy atmosphere for our players, regardless of ability or experience, in which they are able to learn the positive aspects of baseball and utilize what they learn, on and off the field. Lakewood Baseball Club has levels for many […]
CenterStage – Review – Spider’s Web by Agatha Christie
It was a cold, dark, windy and rainy evening overlooking Dumas Bay and Vashon Island. Mistress of Mystery Agatha Christie would have loved the set-up but that’s another story . . . For CenterStage director Vince Brady has assembled a fun ensemble cast of eleven actors who work well together and tell a story of […]
Episode 3 of Lakewood MLK Committee video series
The final episode of a three-part video series honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. airs today. This video highlights Lakewood students sharing how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s quote is at play in their lives. “If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. If you can’t walk, then crawl. But no […]
2024 Calendars
We are excited to let you know the 2024 calendars are in the mail. If you would like more copies, or you do not receive one, you can stop by Fircrest City Hall or Public Works and pick them up. City Hall: 115 Ramsdell St, Fircrest WA 98466Public Works: 120 Ramsdell St, Fircrest WA 98466
University of Puget Sound Receives $598,500 Grant to Boost College Education in Prisons
TACOMA, Wash. — The University of Puget Sound is pleased to announce that Tanya Erzen, associate professor of religion, spirituality, and society and director of crime, law, and justice studies, has been awarded a grant of $598,500 from Ascendium Education Group. This funding will support the university’s Technical Assistance for Teaching and Learning Initiative, aimed […]