Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department issued a sewage spill advisory for Snake Lake in Tacoma on June 27, 2023. People and pets should avoid the water and not swim, wade, or fish until further notice. Contact with fecal-contaminated waters can result in gastroenteritis, skin rashes, upper respiratory infections, and other illnesses. Children and those who are […]
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A ‘Garden within a Garden’ The Steilacoom Historical Community Garden
Submitted by Carol Saynisch. Founded in 1854 as the state’s first incorporated municipality, the Town of Steilacoom has everything: sweeping Olympic Mountain and Puget Sound views, two popular beaches, a wonderful school district shared with DuPont, historic homes, breathtaking sunsets, a scenic ferry dock, and charming streets. Everything…except a community garden. Among all its closest […]
TNT: Lakewood teen fatally shot boy after friend warned him gun might be loaded, charges say
“A teenager accused of fatally shooting a 16-year-old boy last week in Lakewood in what was initially reported as an accident now faces murder charges. David Raul Maldonado was charged Monday in Pierce County Superior Court with first-degree murder and second-degree unlawful possession of a firearm the shooting inside a home near American Lake. The […]
APCC Summer Cultural Youth Camp
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Asia Pacific Cultural Center’s Summer Cultural Youth Camp! From July 17 to July 21, 2023, young explorers aged 5 to 13 are invited to immerse themselves in a vibrant fusion of cultures from Korea, Thailand, Samoa, and Khmer. From 10 am to 2 pm each day, participants […]
Tacoma Golf Association presented by Meadow Park
Since 1931, The Tacoma Golf Association (TGA) has provided a rich history of promoting and supporting competitive amateur golf. Over the years, TGA has played a significant role in developing competitive golfers of all ages fostering a love for the game in our community. Today, the Tacoma Golf Association is focused on preserving its legacy […]
Applicants Sought for the Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill 12 positions on the Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee: The Equity in Contracting Advisory Committee is an advisory panel to staff as it pertains to the City’s Equity in Contracting (EIC) policy. The Committee is responsible for monitoring compliance with all provisions and regulations of […]
West Pierce Fire & Rescue Hosts Youth Academy Graduation
Over the weekend, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) hosted its annual Youth Academy program. Local high school students who live or attend school in Lakewood, University Place and Steilacoom learned about careers in the fire service through this two-day, hands-on program. WPFR’s Youth Academy empowers teens to build life skills and relationships, while introducing […]
Lawmakers Propose VALID Act to Help Veterans Attain Homeownership
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. This week, U.S. Representatives Derek Kilmer (WA-06), Harriet Hageman (WY-At-Large), Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Jack Bergman (MI-01), and John Rutherford (FL-05) announced the reintroduction of the VALID Act, bipartisan legislation to help ensure veterans have the tools and resources they need to access home loans and attain homeownership. “Our nation owes […]
Tacoma’s 4th of July Summer Blast is Back for Another Explosive Year
Metro Parks Tacoma and the City of Tacoma have partnered to bring Tacoma’s 4th of July Summer Blast to the waterfront. The free family-friendly day of live music, food, entertainment, and craft vendors begins at noon and ends with a grand finale fireworks display over beautiful Commencement Bay around 10 p.m. “Parks are the perfect […]