Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. I’ve mentioned before in this blog that I love history. I find it fascinating and instructive to learn from noteworthy people from all facets of our world. Much of the way I enjoy those lessons is through reading. I typically have 2 or 3 books that I’m reading at […]
Steilacoom Town Administrator September 23 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s September 23 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
Dance Theatre Northwest Offers New Fall Classes
Submitted by Dance Theatre Northwest. Dance Theatre Northwest is offering live fall classes and an expanded schedule to include more variety, dance education, and fun. Students aged 4 to adult from beginner level to advanced can participate in classical ballet, Pointe, partnering, Broadway style jazz, musical theatre, dance exercise, tap and yoga, stretch and conditioning, […]
Kilmer Votes to Build Safer Communities, Support Local Law Enforcement
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. On Sept. 23, 2022, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-6) voted to support a package of four bills that aim to keep communities safe by funding law enforcement and supporting local police. The bills provide law enforcement agencies with new tools to prevent crime and keep Washingtonians safe, while also […]
Summer’s over. What shall we do now?
The next Coffee, Chat, and Change the World will take place on Sept. 26 at 9 am. Dorothy’s joined the vikings. I don’t think you want to do that! All of our regulars and many surprises. See if you’re not surprised TIm Ham – updates astonishing turn in story of Afghan refugee family. Crafts and […]
Affordable housing awards bring 335 new units to Pierce County residents in need
Pierce County announcement. Pierce County Human Services is awarding over $17 million for the development and preservation of affordable housing, resulting in 335 newly built units and 17 preserved units for low-income residents. “These units will provide stable, affordable housing to households that lack the income to find and maintain housing,” said Bryan Schmid, Pierce […]
Across the Fence: A Challenging Triangle
My husband and I like hiking. That being said, this year didn’t lend itself to much of that in Western Washington. Snow stayed until late in the mountains, and the rainforests must have been one soggy mess. But September proves to be an ideal month, once more. So, last week, we chose a hike from […]
Emphasis paying
Lakewood Police Department social media post. Last week we conducted our 3rd shoplifting emphasis this year. We arrested 12 people and recovered $3,000 in merchandise. So far in 2022 we’ve arrested 34 people – 3 on felony charges; 31 on misdemeanor charges – through these targeted efforts. We recovered $7,441.65 in goods.
Puyallup unveils honorary Kent Hojem Dr
City of Puyallup social media post. On Sept. 21, we unveiled our new honorary sign on Meridian…Kent Hojem Dr! This sign is in honor of Kent Hojem, CEO of @WAStateFair. To honor him, we have renamed S Meridian in front of the Fairgrounds Kent Hojem Dr through the end of the Fall Fair. Thank you, […]