Perhaps you’ve seen U.P.’s Public Works crews out in the street sweeper as they work to keep streets clean and free of leaves and debris that can obstruct storm drains. If necessary, to keep rainwater from ponding on streets, residents are also asked to clear the storm drains in front of their properties in case […]
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City of Tacoma to Revamp Website
TACOMA, Wash. – By the end of 2024, residents, businesses, and visitors seeking information about the City of Tacoma will see a new and improved City website that is modern, attractive, engaging, information-rich and accessible on any internet-connected device. “As Tacoma has grown and evolved over the last decade, so have the needs of its […]
Rep. Leavitt recognized as 2023 Outstanding Service to Veterans Legislator of the Year
Washington State House Democrats announcement. Last month, Rep. Mari Leavitt (D-University Place) was recognized as the 2023 Outstanding Service to Veterans Legislator of the Year by the Governor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) and the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA). In recognition of her unwavering support for veterans and military members and the historic progress achieved by the legislature […]
Pierce County seeks artwork designs for Sprinker’s future outdoor fitness court
Calling all artists! The Pierce County Arts Commission is seeking digital artwork designs from local artists that will make an impact at the future outdoor fitness court at Sprinker Recreation Center (Sprinker) in the Parkland community. Applications are now being accepted online. The submission deadline is Monday, Nov. 20, at 4 p.m. PST. This opportunity […]
Obituary Notices – November 7, 2023
Gaffney Funeral Home: Joseph (Joey) James Goetz; Lydia Loy Smith.
Hearing Testing In Lakewood
Submitted by Lakewood First Lions. For the past 30 years Lakewood First Lions Club members like Eric Warn have collaborated with school nurses to conduct thousands of middle school hearing screenings annually in the Clover Park School District.
Fate of Historic Gault Middle School To Be Determined by City Council Committee Nov 8
Submitted by The Tacoma Sun. The fate of Tacoma historic 1920s Gault Middle School will be decided Wednesday November 8th by the Tacoma City Council’s Infrastructure, Planning and Sustainability Committee. The briefing was only recently added. Public comment is due by Tuesday November 7th, the day after tomorrow. There are presently very few significant City […]
Mary Bridge Children’s Carts for Kids program inspires friendly community competition
Submitted by Shelby Taylor. Ever wonder what would happen if a refuse company and a children’s hospital joined forces? The answer is Carts for Kids. In 2020, Lakewood resident and Waste Connections (locally known as Murrey’s Disposal and LeMay Pierce County Refuse) National Special Waste Coordinator Jeff Bishop reached out to the Mary Bridge Children’s […]
Showcase to Celebrate Pierce County Business Accelerator Graduates
A celebration of some of the most exciting and diverse businesses in Pierce County is set for Wednesday, Nov. 8 at the Washington State Fair Grounds Expo Hall in Puyallup. 339 small business owners have graduated from the award-winning Pierce County Business Accelerator (PCBA) program. The community is invited to celebrate the accomplishments of the […]