Office of Jani Hitchen, Pierce County Council, District 6 announcement. Last week the five-person team that worked on redistricting the county Council districts finalized the map. There was a lot of work done by staff and the volunteer committee along with over 100 people that reached out via email or virtually attended the meetings. I […]
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DuPont Cancels Dec. 28 Workshop and Council Meetings
City of DuPont announcement. The City of DuPont Workshop and Council Committee Meetings scheduled for December 28, 2021, at 6 pm, have been canceled.
Compost your Christmas tree
Pierce County social media post. Reminder from Pierce County: Compost your tree & help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Obituary Notices – December 25, 2021
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Justin Stewart Williamson. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Beverly Jacobson; Roland Leigh Porter.
Steilacoom Town Administrator December 23 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s December 23 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
County announces shelter options for unhoused during expected cold snap
Pierce County announcement. In partnership with the Coalition to End Homelessness and the City of Tacoma, Pierce County is coordinating warm indoor places to shelter for those experiencing homelessness, including those with pets, children, and partners. In addition, arrangements are being made to support those who choose not to leave their current outdoor location. The goal is […]
St. Frances Cabrini School Hope is Born: Lessons and Carols Christmas Program
Submitted by St. Frances Cabrini Catholic School. Hope is Born: Lessons and Carols Christmas Program where St. Frances Cabrini students shared about the greatest gift, Jesus Christ. ⭐️🎄 Knights Unite Christmas Program is one of their biggest events of the year where students and staff have the opportunity to share the gospel with the students’ […]
The Pine Cone Cafe in UP has new owners who will be familiar to locals
The Pine Cone Cafe in University Place is here to stay. The 60-plus-year-old diner known for its American diner eats has new owners who plan to keep the name and diner concept the same. Two local restaurant owners, Dana Claar Verellen and her husband Dave Verellen, are the Pine Cone’s new owners. The duo own […]
Serve University Place as a Volunteer
City of University Place announcement. The seven-member Public Safety Advisory Commission, which advises the City Council on issues related to public safety, is seeking another citizen volunteer. This is a perfect opportunity for those who wish to contribute to meaningful discussions related to policing, fire and rescue, and other issues related to public safety in […]