West Pierce Fire & Rescue is dedicated to ensuring the community is prepared in the event of a disaster. During major disasters, such as an earthquake, firefighters may be delayed in their response to 9-1-1 calls and the community will need to rely on each other to assist until help arrives. Each month, WPFR is […]
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Community input needed for aging and disability services plan
Pierce County Human Services Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) invites the community to attend a public meeting to comment on the Draft 2024-2027 Area Plan, including the 2024 proposed budget. A survey was conducted this spring, providing feedback from hundreds of residents on the future of programs and services for the aging and disability communities […]
Park(ing) Day 2023: Open Space and Public Right of Way
Tacoma, WA – The goal of Park(ing) Day is to call attention to the need for more urban open space, generate discussion and debate around how public space is utilized, and to improve the quality of urban habitat. For the last few years, we’ve seen parking spots utilized in ways they haven’t before: as restaurant dining […]
Sound Transit Finance and Audit Committee special meeting on September 8
The Sound Transit Finance and Audit Committee will convene a special meeting on Friday, Sept. 8 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. At the meeting, the committee will discuss potential updates to the Procurement, Agreements, and Delegated Authority Policy. The meeting will take place both in person in the Ruth Fisher Boardroom at 401 S. […]
Groundbreaking Ceremony for APCC’s New Building in Tacoma
Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) proudly announces the Groundbreaking Ceremony to commemorate the official beginning of construction of their new building in Tacoma. It will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, September 8, 2023, at 4851 South Tacoma Way. Elected officials, cultural leaders, and community members will join in the celebration of this milestone – […]
Downtown Street Closure for Rodeo Parade Sept. 8
The Washington State Fair Rodeo Parade is Friday, September 8, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in downtown Puyallup. Meridian, from Main to 7th Ave, will be closed between 6 a.m. and Noon for the parade. Detour signs will be posted, and drivers must use alternate routes during the parade. Please refer to the […]
U.S. Oil and Refining Co, Par Pacific Donates $58,450 to APCC’s New Building Fund
On August 17, 2023, Asia Pacific Cultural Center’s (APCC) Outdoor Garden on South Tacoma Way came alive with vibrant Polynesian festivities during the US Oil & Refining Co. Par Pacific Luau. The event marked a remarkable day of cultural celebration and philanthropy, all against the backdrop of a radiant sunlit atmosphere. Gratitude flowed as APCC […]
JBLM will conduct mortar, demolitions, and artillery training Sept. 5-15
Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct day and nighttime mortar, demolitions, and artillery training from Sept. 5 at 8 a.m. to Sept. 15 at 11:59 p.m. Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs.
Happy Birthday to the Humane Society of Tacoma & Pierce County
The City of Tacoma and Pierce County Councils designated August 24, 2023, as the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County Day to recognize our 135th anniversary of serving and saving our community’s most vulnerable pets. Read the rest of the Humane Society story at their website.