Washington State Department of Transportation story. Earlier this summer our contractor, Guy F. Atkinson Construction, developed an ambitious but attainable schedule to move lanes of southbound I-5 to the new Puyallup River Bridge. That would have set the stage for opening HOV lanes from Fife to Tacoma before the end of 2021. As we’ve seen […]
Between a Rock and a Hard Candy
Submitted by Jeff Reynolds, DMD Delta Dental. With October upon us, so too is the favorite holiday of everyone with a sweet tooth – Halloween. Getting kids to resist candy during this time can be out of the question for many, and with so many tricky treats out there, here are some sweet tips for […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed October 27
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department press release. Two Pierce County schools recently moved to remote learning for several days or more after COVID-19 outbreaks. These districts are in areas with low vaccination rates. Only about 7% of our students live in those areas. You can help keep students in school by making sure everyone in your […]
Obituary Notices – October 28, 2021
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Ila M. Roberts. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Carlo Mario Santelli; Victor Simon Velasquez; Kenneth Milton Madsen; Dean Edwin Hazelton. Mountain View Funeral Home: Pyong Kuk Besaw; David Keith Hunter; Gerald Lee Sharp. Hill Funeral Home: William R. Feldt; Thomas C. Whitehouse.
Chief’s Corner: Arrest Made in Islamic Center of Tacoma Fire
Submitted by Greg Premo, Police Chief, City of University Place. I am pleased to report that a suspect wanted in connection with the arson at the Islamic Center of Tacoma (2010 Bridgeport Way W.) on Oct. 11 was arrested yesterday without incident by a team of investigators from the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Criminal Investigations […]
A new bridge now connects Lakewood and University Place
City of Lakewood social media post. The installation of this bridge of Chambers Creek is another step in a process that started in 2013.
Bates Technical College welding program kicks it up a notch with stalking Sasquatch
Bates Technical College press release. Most commonly spotted in the Pacific Northwest, the sly Sasquatch will ditch the remote wilderness and make an appearance at this year’s Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park. Built by Bates Technical College’s Welding program students, the bipedal Bigfoot will beguile everyone big and small driving through the park at this annual holiday […]
When the pandemic altered her plans, PLU alum Margaret Chell ’18, chose medical school
Pacific Lutheran University story. During her senior year at Pacific Lutheran University, Margaret Chell ’18 decided to join the Peace Corps after a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer visited her global development class. She soon met with PLU Peace Corps advisor, Dr. Katherine Wiley to learn more. She was excited about the idea of putting her […]
Tacoma Power recognized as a Smart Energy Provider by the America Public Power Association
Tacoma Public Utilities press release. TACOMA, Wash. – Tacoma Power has earned a Smart Energy Provider (SEP) designation from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for the second time in a row for demonstrating a commitment to and proficiency in energy efficiency, distributed generation, and environmental initiatives that support the goal of providing safe, reliable, […]