City of Tacoma announcement. TACOMA, Wash. – Tacoma Creates, the first cultural access program in Washington state, funded 51 organizations whose missions are to advance arts, culture, heritage, and/or science in 2021-2022. With $4.2 million in funding distributed through a competitive process, those 51 organizations provided more than 1,000 cultural programs and events for the community. “Our […]
Seeking applications for board and commission positions
City of Puyallup announcement. Many Puyallup residents help build community through volunteer service. The City of Puyallup is soliciting applications for current vacancies and upcoming term expirations on the following citizen volunteer boards and commissions: To be considered for appointment, submit a complete application no later than 5:00 pm on January 13, 2023. Please note that many […]
Housing and Homelessness Support
Office of Jani Hitchen, Pierce County Council, District 6 announcement. You might have heard that the Council will be looking at adopting the 1/10th of 1% sales tax to provide supports for residents in Pierce County needing help with housing and homelessness. This tax, which would only cost the average taxpayer an additional $16/year would generate ~$20M annually in desperately needed funding […]
Traveling Treasures PNW new toy drive
Submitted by Bob Kelly. TACOMA – Traveling Treasures is gearing up to give back at their upcoming show Saturday, December 17 at the Yelm Moose Lodge. Coordinators Jennifer and Jessica have been collecting new toys for children this holiday season. “Anything helps to bring a smile on a child’s face this season,” says Jennifer. We […]
November 2022 Alarm Summary
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. In November, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) responded to 1,559 calls for service, which is an average of 52 calls per day. Approximately 82% of these calls were for medical aid. The post November 2022 Alarm Summary appeared first on West Pierce Fire & Rescue.
Early Oral Health: How Breast Milk and Formula Impact Baby’s Teeth
Submitted by Jeff Reynolds, DMD. Primary teeth come in when babies are about six months old. However, parents can take action on their little one’s oral health before their first teeth even pop up. Newborn infants typically produce less saliva. Saliva helps us wash away food debris and bacteria buildup in our mouth. For a […]
Ice Lights, Fantasy Lights holiday fun
Pierce County announcement. Enjoy Ice Lights, Fantasy Lights and other holiday fun you cannot find anywhere else. Pierce County is the only place in Washington you’ll find ice bumper cars and the 28th annual Fantasy Lights will become a new family tradition! Learn more at https://piercecountyadventures.com
CPSD Staff Spotlight: Chris Pantoja
A Clover Park School District story. Our Clover Park School District Staff Spotlight this week features Early Learning Program teacher Chris Pantoja. Chris has worked for the Early Learning Program for 18 years, first as a teacher’s assistant and now as a teacher. “Working with Clover Park kids and the amazing Early Learning staff, who […]
Obituary Notices – December 7, 2022
Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Barbara Pearl Scott. Mountain View Funeral Home: Margaret Ann Bellard. Scott Funeral Home: Michael E. Nelson.