“A Clover Park School Board race has become an epitome of board elections across the country: a longtime member losing to a dark horse candidate with political backing. “The board’s seven-year president, Marty Schafer, was voted out last month by 88 votes, replaced by a newcomer who has never held public office. “Board member David […]
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Pierce Transit offering free rides to warming centers
Pierce Transit announcement. The Puget Sound is experiencing record cold temperatures through at least Dec. 30. To help those who need access to transportation to get out of the cold, Pierce Transit is partnering with the Pierce County Department of Emergency Management to provide free bus rides to local warming centers and shelters. The free […]
Dec. 28 Inclement Weather reporting instructions for JBLM Service Members and Civilian Personnel
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – Forecasted weather conditions include snow and ice on roads that pose hazards to travel even for all-wheel drive vehicles. These hazards warrant changes in reporting at JBLM for Tuesday, Dec. 28. Reporting Instructions: Army Service Members – Only mission essential Service Members (as defined by O6-level Commanders and above) are required to […]
Statewide Flag Lowering to honor Sen. Doug Ericksen
Governor Inslee is deeply saddened by the death of Washington State Senator Doug Ericksen, 52, and direct that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, December 29, 2021. In honor and remembrance of Senator Ericksen, who passed on Friday, December 17th. Flags should remain at […]
Obituary Notices – December 24, 2021
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Vera May Bridges. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: John Elter Cruz Reyes. Mountain View Funeral Home: Ann B. Emerson; Shirley Lashua; Joanne Mires. Powers Funeral Home: Everett Hazen Hicks.
Making a Difference Foundation receives Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Grant
Making a Difference Foundation announcement. Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Charity Fund to support the remodel project of its new Eloise’s Cooking Pot Food Bank building. MADF’s Eloise’s Cooking Pot Food Bank strives to end food insecurity across Pierce County for people across all […]
Lakewood’s Q3 Financial Report Shows Highest Ending Fund Balance Since 2007
City of Lakewood announcement. The City’s finances are in good shape. The City produced its 2021 Q3 Financial Report recently and reviewed it with City Council during the Dec. 13 meeting. Full Report Video of Discussion The City has its highest ending fund balance since 2007 due to cautious financial management. The City reduced expenditures […]
Pierce County District Court inclement weather information
Pierce County announcement. District Court offices at the County City Building, including the Probation Division, will be open during normal business hours. The Court Resource Center will be open during normal business hours for virtual service connections. No walk-in service is being provided at this time. If you are unable to make it to court […]
Progress at Veterans and Gravelly Lake intersection in Lakewood
City of Lakewood announcement. Progress continues at the Gravelly Lake Dr/Veterans Drive roundabout. The contractor poured the curbs around the roundabout this week. No work will be performed the week of Dec. 27, 2021 with weather expected to not be conducive to progress. The contractor expects to complete this phase of work in mid-February. The […]