Please take a few minutes to watch this video about the University Place Veterans Plaza in Cirque Park. This public-private partnership demonstrates the hard work of the University Place Veterans Plaza Organization 501(c3) members as well as the City of U.P.’s commitment to its veterans, their families and current active-duty personnel, including those from the […]
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Body-worn camera: Deputies arrest armed carjacking suspect
On June 1, Special Investigations Unit deputies spotted an armed carjacking suspect at an apartment complex near 112th St E and D St E in Parkland. The suspect was still driving the Honda Civic that he stole at gunpoint from the Hosmer area of Tacoma the night before. Just as backup deputies were arriving, the […]
Partners for Parks Announces Campaign Leadership Team for H-Barn Restoration Project
Partners for Parks is pleased to announce its campaign leaders for the H-Barn project, a public-private partnership with the City of Lakewood to preserve and renovate a 120-year-old barn complex at Fort Steilacoom Park. These individuals were selected based upon the belief that the motivating force behind any successful appeal is leadership by persons recognized […]
Local Students Earn Degrees from George Fox University
Local students were among the undergraduate, adult degree and graduate-level students who received diplomas from George Fox University at its spring graduation ceremony in April of 2023. The following students earned degrees: Lakewood University Place George Fox University is a Christian college classified by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best National University.” More […]
Tacoma Arts Live Announces 2023-24 Season
TACOMA, WASH.— Tacoma Arts Live announces the 2023-24 Season, featuring a wide variety of exhilarating events, inspiring productions, and essential arts programs. Choose-your-own subscription packages of three or more shows are on sale now, Contributor tickets are on sale July 17, and single tickets go on sale July 24. Subscribers receive discounts on ticket purchases: 10% with a […]
New and Expanded Offerings Coming to South Hill Mall
The look of South Hill Mall continues to change, with a combination of new and familiar names. They include Fan Zone by Hat Stop, Tea Story, General Nutrition Center, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Salud! Bar & Grill, Goldfish Swim School, New Level 360 and a larger Bath & Body Works. The popularity of Bath & Body Works has prompted an expansion. A […]
Raising salmon for orcas at Point Defiance Marina is raising awareness
High school students from Tacoma’s Science and Math Institute swarmed a net pen floating in the Salish Sea, busying themselves with the daily tasks of caring for thousands of Chinook salmon fry. The kids operated like a well-oiled machine, needing no instructions as they cleaned algae off the sides of the net, tested the water […]
The Important Role Your Business Plays in Preventing Stormwater Pollution
As of this year, the Washington State Department of Ecology requires the City of University Place to conduct routine inspections of commercial, industrial and multi-family facilities throughout the City of University Place to prevent pollutants from coming into contact with stormwater. Make sure your business is doing its part in preventing stormwater pollution by: U.P. […]
Business Certification Workshop on June 28
TACOMA, Wash. — As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity in Contracting team is partnering with the Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises to host a business certification workshop and Q&A […]