Sometimes it’s the tiniest thing that inspires an entire article. In this case the term “Ratskeller” in a friend’s historical novel. It triggered dozens of wonderful memories. And no, it’s not a cellar filled with rats. But you got the word cellar or basement right. A Ratskeller (pronounce ‘ruh-ts-kellar, literally council cellar) is the restaurant […]
KOMO: Three people arrested for multiple robberies in Lakewood, others still outstanding
LAKEWOOD, Wash. — Police arrested three people Friday afternoon in connection to multiple robberies in the Lakewood area. The Police Chief Mike Zaro told KOMO News his advice for the other people still outstanding is to “turn yourselves in.” Read the rest of the story at the KOMO website.
Steilacoom Parks & Trails Work Party, October 23 at Farrells Marsh
Submitted by Nancy Henderson. With a promised wood chip delivery and a predicted break in the rainy weather on Sunday, it will be a good day for a nice workout enhancing the trails in Farrells Marsh Park. Please join us on Sunday, 23 October, from noon to 2 pm at the Farrells Drive entrance to Farrells […]
Partner Spotlight: Caring for Kids
Clover Park School District announcement. Many hands make light work. Thanks to the continued support of Clover Park School District (CPSD) partner Caring for Kids, students received backpacks, school supplies, hygiene kits, books, clothes and shoes to start the school year on the right foot. Each August, Caring for Kids hosts a Ready to Learn […]
Fircrest RFQ: City Manager Recruitment
City of Fircrest announcement. The City of Fircrest, Washington invites submittals from experienced executive search consulting firms or individuals to assist the city with conducting a search that will lead to the selection of a new City Manager. Click here for more information.
Clover Park School Board to Host Board Meeting on Oct. 24
Clover Park School District announcement. LAKEWOOD, Wash. — The Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting/workshop on Friday, Oct. 24, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually and live-streamed on Zoom and YouTube. Individuals can attend online by visiting the meeting Zoom webinar link or the district YouTube channel. Attendees will […]
Zoolights tickets now on sale
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium announcement. TACOMA, Wash.—Get your timed online tickets for the region’s longest-running light show! Zoolights has dazzled the South Sound community for 35 years, and this year will be no exception. The holiday tradition returns to Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Nov. 25-Jan. 2 (closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 25). The annual event […]
Eligible for Medicare? Here’s What You Should Consider When Choosing a Plan
Submitted by Jesse Gamez, Washington Medicare President, Humana. As inflation causes us all to stretch our dollars, the majority of Americans – including Washington residents – are likely focused on finding the best prices without sacrificing quality. Healthcare can be expensive, so picking the right insurance plan that meets your individual or family needs can […]
CPSD Staff Spotlight:
A Clover Park School District story. It is National School Bus Safety Week, and our CPSD Staff Spotlight features the transportation department Planning and Routing Specialist Michael Forsythe. Michael has been in his position for 15 years. Before joining the district, he drove city transit buses while attending college and found a love for the […]