Submitted by Chris Saunders. University Place is forming a team to bring a destination inclusive playground to it city. A group of civic minded leaders and residence came together on Tuesday, May 3 to discuss the feasibility of this style of playground to meet the needs of all its citizen, as well as others from […]
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Pierce County Council approves budget adjustments to support law enforcement, replace revenue
Pierce County Council announcement. This week the Pierce County Council took action to make changes to the previously adopted 2022-2023 biennial budget, including re-allocating a portion of the county’s federal American Rescue Plan Act monies. The action came through a budget supplemental request from the Pierce County Executive’s Office, which council members then amended to […]
CPSD Staff Spotlight: Rebecca Ho
A Clover Park School District story. Our CPSD Staff Spotlight for National School Nurse Day features itinerant school nurse Rebecca Ho. Becoming a nurse was an easy decision for Rebecca because she was raised around many people who just so happened to be nurses. “I’ve always loved helping others, and I thought these compassionate, caring […]
Lakewood City Council Summary: May 9, 2022
City of Lakewood announcement. Agenda Packet Video Recording City Council reviewed the six-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP shows roadway improvement projects happening around Lakewood from 2023 to 2028. The full list of projects is in the agenda packet. Capital Projects Manager Charles “Ted” Hill gave a presentation on the 2023-2028 TIP. This new […]
Come Help Build Puyallup’s Community
City of Puyallup announcement. Many Puyallup residents help build community through volunteer service. Current vacancies on the city’s Senior Advisory Board, Planning Commission and Council Salary Commission are an opportunity to make a difference and serve our community in an important way. To be considered for these appointments, applicants must live in Puyallup and submit a complete application no later than 5:00 p.m. on […]
Our nurses visit first-time moms to help build happy, healthy lives
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department announcement. Kiara grew up in the child welfare system here in Pierce County. Removed from her mother’s care, she transitioned into foster care at 8 years old. By the time she was 16, Kiara had lived with 4 families. She delivered her own baby girl, Asia, when she was 18. Kiara […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update: Outbreaks in businesses
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department press release. We saw 8 more outbreaks and 29 more cases at childcare facilities this week. If your child feels sick, keep them home and get them tested for COVID-19. Learn more on our COVID-19 Info for Schools and Childcare page. Businesses and long-term care facilities had 58 outbreaks with 494 cases, a 21% increase […]
Obituary Notices – May 12, 2022
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Duane David Tuck; Angel Manuel Suarez, Sr.; Chong Sok Pak`. Mountain View Funeral Home: Brandi Breaux; Rebecca Bundy; Regina Figueroa; James Tower Hopkins; Gregory Edward Hull; Lydia Mangubat; Dean Anthony Rodriguez; Titae Tagaloa; Friday Willie Udofia. Powers Funeral Home: Stephanie Lyn Kettlewell.
KOMO: Lakewood PD Chief announces retirement after seven years
“LAKEWOOD, Wash. – Lakewood Police Chief Mike Zaro is stepping down in December. Zaro has been with the department since it first formed and has served as chief since 2015.” Read the rest of the story at the KOMO News website.
Have A Seat
Steilacoom Historical Museum Association announcement. Have A Seat – A Collection of Chairs and Their Stories is the current temporary exhibit at the Steilacoom Historical Museum. Chairs are ubiquitous, something we don’t usually give a thought to; we just sit on them. But some of them have special places in history by virtue of their […]
Plan for overnight southbound I-5 lane, ramp closures in Fife
Washington State Department of Transportation announcement. TACOMA – Southbound Interstate 5 travelers in Fife will want to plan extra travel time during the overnight hours of Friday, May 13. If the weather cooperates, construction crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will restripe southbound I-5 from 54th Avenue East to the Port […]
Lakewood Rotary Supports West Pierce CARES
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. At Lakewood Rotary’s April 29th meeting, President Jim Rooks presented West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) Assistant Chief Scott Adams with a check in support of West Pierce CARES and their mission to support the community. Chief Adams serves as the Chair of the West Pierce CARES board, which […]