By Corvo Rohwer, Puyallup Tribal News The Puyallup Tribe Sustainability Program, in partnership with the Tacoma Tree Foundation, hosted a community Tree share on March 7. The event featured a range of native shrubs and trees available in various sizes, including Douglas fir, Sitka spruce, osoberry and more. Members of the community were able to […]
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Student Leadership Scholarship & Scholarship Day at Charles Wright Academy
Charles Wright Academy is seeking exceptional new-to-CWA student leaders entering grades 8-11 in Fall 2025 to apply for our Student Leadership Scholarship. This opportunity is designed for students who demonstrate leadership in the classroom, on the field, in the arts, and within their communities. At CWA, we believe in nurturing and challenging students through small […]
First Convening of the Unified Regional Approach
Office of Jani Hitchen, Pierce County Council, District 6 news story. Almost one year ago, I convened elected representatives and staff from across the county to discuss how we could work together in a more effective way. This was our first step to establishing a Unified Regional Approach, or URA for short, which was one […]
Ribbon Cutting for Seoul Chicken in U.P.
The City of University Place will host a ribbon cutting for The Seoul Chicken on Thursday, March 20 (11 am-12 noon) at 4324 Bridgeport Way W.
JBLM will conduct artillery and demolitions training March 18-21
Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct day and nighttime artillery and demolitions training from March 18 at 12 a.m. to March 21 at 11:59 p.m. Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs here.
Aging and Disability Resources to host inaugural guardianship summit
Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) and the Health Care Providers Council of Pierce County invite professional and family caregivers to the upcoming guardianship summit. If you are acting as a power of attorney, guardian, protective payee, or personal representative for a senior or adult with disabilities, this event is for you. Join us […]
Rep. Mari Leavitt’s Workplace Safety Bill for Healthcare Workers Passes House
Healthcare workers across Washington state are one step closer to stronger protections against workplace violence, thanks to the unanimous passage of House Bill 1162, sponsored by Rep. Mari Leavitt (D-University Place). With bipartisan support, HB 1162 strengthens Washington’s workplace violence prevention laws by requiring healthcare facilities to investigate all incidents of workplace violence, analyze systemic causes, and […]
New Chapter of the ASUVCW Forming for Washington and Alaska
Submitted by Gen. John W. Sprague Auxiliary No. 4. We are pleased to share with you the news that the Sisters (members) of the Auxiliary to Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (ASUVCW) have been authorized to form an Auxiliary (chapter) to serve the states of Washington and Alaska. The Auxiliary will be […]
Friday Forums 2025: Next Stop, Tacoma!: Transit in the South Sound
Tacoma, Wash. – As housing costs continue to rise, our seniors face unique issues in retaining access to services, community, and stability. Join Downtown On the Go for a panel exploring the challenges impacting Tacomans ability to Age in Place, and how addressing them can make Tacoma a better place for everyone to live, work, and play. […]