Washington’s economy lost an estimated 6,400 jobs (seasonally adjusted) and the monthly unemployment rate decreased to 3.6% in July. “July’s weak payroll number offsets the strong gains seen in June. Together with the downward revisions to first-quarter job totals, July’s numbers indicate the state’s labor market is gradually cooling off,” said Employment Security Department (ESD) State […]
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Obituary Notices – August 18, 2023
Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Robert Hildebrandt. Mountain View Funeral Home: Sally Ann Cramer; Thanh Thi Dang; Norman J Hoppe; Lam Ho Huynh; Robert A. Mester; George Michael Morgan; Betty E. Schadt; Vladimir Sherepitka; Alice F Taylor; Laureen Vanderpool. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Charles E. Ayers Jr. Gaffney Funeral Home: Katherine Louise Sundquist.
Stage 2 Burn Ban starts August 18
Pierce County Twitter/X post. The Pierce County Fire Marshal and fire chiefs agreed a Stage 2 Burn Ban will start for unincorporated Pierce County Aug 18 until further notice. This is due to the dry conditions and numerous urban wildfires. No outdoor burning allowed. More info: https://bit.ly/45w0weq
Tacoma’s Hylebos Bridge closed until further notice
City of Tacoma Twitter/X post. The Hylebos bridge on E. 11th Street in Tacoma will be closed until further notice between Marine View Drive to Taylor Way for maintenance.
New Park Guides will provide engagement and outreach patrols in Tacoma parks
Visitors spending time in Tacoma parks will notice new faces making the rounds this summer. Metro Parks Tacoma launched a refreshed Park Guides program this month, starting with four full-time individuals split between regional and neighborhood parks. The guides will be a first point of contact for visitor questions and concerns, provide education and information […]
Woodstick drumming fundraiser seeks volunteers
Submitted by Chris Kimball. With November 5th approaching, it’s time to call for volunteers for our 20th-anniversary Woodstick drum extravaganza! If you would like to help organize this wonderful event which is raising money for the Coffee Oasis and Network Tacoma organizations, both which help the homeless with an emphasis on youth, please call my […]
You can safely enter the water at Tacoma’s Titlow Beach
We lifted the advisory for people to keep out of the water at Tacoma’s Titlow Beach. We issued the advisory July 21 because of high bacteria level. Results from water samples we collected August 14 indicate the public health concern is over. Questions? Contact the Surface Water Program at ehsurfacewater-shellfish@tpchd.org or visit our website to learn more. You can find current […]
U.P. City Council cancels August 21 meeting
The City Council Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, August 21, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular council meeting will be Tuesday, September 5, 2023. For further information, contact the City Clerk, City of University Place, 253-566-5656.
City Council Adopts Resolution 41259 to Expand Opportunities for Microbusinesses
TACOMA, Wash. – Tonight (August 15, 2023), the Tacoma City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 41259, directing the City Manager to incorporate a review of 13.06.080.G, Home Occupation, into the work of the Planning Commission as a high priority. Resolution 41259 was brought forward by At-Large Council Member Olgy Diaz, with the support of co-sponsors Deputy […]