Associated Ministries announcement. For the first time in many years, there will be a local gathering held on National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day in 2021. The public is invited to Tacoma’s Shiloh Baptist Church, 1211 S. I Street, for an in-person gathering at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, Dec. 21. The service also can be viewed […]
CPSD Promising Future: Hannah Pulido
A Clover Park School District story. Our Promising Futures featured student this week is Harrison Preparatory School senior Hannah Pulido. She enjoys studying history and said she is currently getting a lot out of her cultural studies class. “I think it’s fun because you get to learn about different perspectives of other people and their […]
The Lakewood City Council Dec. 20 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Dec. 20 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Pierce County Districting Committee approves final map
Pierce County Council announcement. The Pierce County Districting Committee approved new boundaries for Pierce County’s seven council districts at its Dec. 16, 2021 meeting. The adopted map adjusted the boundaries to accommodate growth over the last 10 years, as identified by the 2020 Census. The Pierce County Charter stipulates that the seven council districts must […]
Recipients of the 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Awards Announced
City of Tacoma announcement. The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Awards recognizes excellence in community service activities carried out by an individual, organization or group, and seeks to encourage similar efforts by others who may want to serve in the community. These awards are presented each year during the City of Tacoma’s annual […]
Prepare in a Year: December
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. West Pierce Fire & Rescue is dedicated to ensuring the community is prepared in the event of a disaster. During major disasters, such as an earthquake, firefighters may be delayed in their response to 9-1-1 calls and the community will need to rely on each other to assist until […]
New bridge near Kobayashi Park gets statewide notice
The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office has noticed, and congratulated all involved for “completing the first phase of the Chamber Creek Canyon Trail project.” See following Tweet for more info.
Puyallup: 3rd Ave NW & 7th St NW Road Closures
Sound Transit announcement. Closure of 3rd Ave NW and 7th St NW for installation of utilities. When Road closures of 3rd Ave NW are expected over two weeks: Monday 12/20 through Thursday 12/23, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday 12/27 through Friday 12/31, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Road closures of 7th St […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update: Outbreaks
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department announcement. Any COVID-19 outbreak is concerning, especially one around our schools and kids. Earlier this week, the State announced a multi-county COVID-19 outbreak linked to 4 high school wrestling tournaments. We need everyone to do their part to keep schools open and safe. Learn more in this Your Reliable Source blog. Business outbreaks remained relatively stable […]