Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County announcement. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is reducing adoption fees for dogs, cats, and small pets. From Aug. 16 – 31, you can adopt an adult dog for $50, adult cats for $25, or critter (guinea pigs, rabbits, and more) for $5.
The final Habitat Challenge
Habitat for Humanity announcement. The urban rappel on Friday, September 16 will be the last for Tacoma Habitat. If you’ve ever considered going over the edge of Hotel Murano, this is your final opportunity to take the Habitat Challenge! The ropes are filling fast and we have room for just 29 more daring participants. If solid ground is more your style, you […]
Puyallup Arts & Culture Commission Meeting
City of Puyallup announcement. The Puyallup Arts & Culture Commission will meet on Friday, August 19, 2022 at 10am. This meeting will be held in person in room 503 on the 5th floor of City Hall, 333 S. Meridian, and virtually via the Zoom platform. More: https://www.cityofpuyallup.org/827/Agendas-Minutes-and-Videos Written comments will be accepted at info@puyallupwa.gov until 5:00 […]
Obituary Notices – August 18, 2022
Week’s Dryer Mortuary: Kathryn (Kate) Vonderau.
Beyond Vintage Fund Raiser – St. Vinnies
COVID kinda ruined celebrations noted as annual events, but the good news is that St. Vinnie’s Beyond Vintage Fund Raiser will be held on September 16th. I love St. Vinnies. Peg and I stop in almost every time we are in the neighborhood. Although most people already have needs in mind when they shop there, […]
Lakewood recognized by Governor for its climate change and planning policies
City of Lakewood announcement. Lakewood was recognized Tuesday as a leader in the state for its work on climate change and planning for population growth in the coming decades. The city was one of eight from across the state to receive a 2022 Governor’s Smart Communities Award. Lakewood was awarded the Smart Climate Strategies Award […]
Lions Club Member Receives Prestigious Award
Submitted by Eric Warn. Lakewood First Lions Club member Dr. Robert Allen, center, is the 2022 recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award. Lions Clubs International recognizes outstanding individuals by bestowing on them an award that is named for its founder, Melvin Jones. Presenters are Ruth Anne Hickey, president, and Dan Comsia, member. The Fellowship […]
Charity Golf Tournament in Lakewood
Submitted by Chris Aldridge. The inaugural charity golf tournament which will be Sunday, August 21at Meadow Park Golf Course. Several business and individuals are coming together for a good cause. We will give away a vehicle to someone in need for the second time this year. A 2005 Subaru Outback with 135,000 (retails for $8,000). […]
The End May Be Near for Tacoma’s Tall Ship— SSS Odyssey
Submitted by Emily Molina. Tacoma, WA- Tacoma’s tall ship Odyssey may be at the end of an illustrious 84-year history after fundraising initiatives this past year have left the outfit shorthanded. The 90-foot historic Sparkman & Stephens wooden sailboat was built in 1938 in the Nevins Shipyard in New York. Commandeered by the US Navy […]