Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is partnering with Tacoma Subaru to host a “Fall in Love” adoption event from October 1-3. Made possible by a grant from the ASPCA, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County will be offering 20% off adoption […]
Lisa Woods Appointed Chief Equity Officer
A press release from City of Tacoma. City Manager Elizabeth Pauli has appointed Assistant to the City Manager Lisa Woods to the position of Chief Equity Officer, effective September 27, 2021. Over the last seven months, Woods has continued to support the City Manager’s Office as a member of the City Manager’s Executive Team overseeing […]
The Hitchen Post: What Public Health Means
A blog post from Jani Hitchen, Pierce County Council, District 6. Welcome back to the Hitchen Post. My inbox has been flooded with emails raising alarms around vaccine mandates and passports, along with mask mandates and how these ideas are taking away people’s rights. I am going to share my perspective as an elected official […]
Open – A Loving Film Review
Trailer for Open – imdb.com/video/vi1987821593/ Storyline: “A former professional golfer attempts to qualify for The Open Championship having taken a break from the game due to experiencing a trauma. On his comeback he meets a woman who is recovering from a trauma of her own. The peace and beauty of the golf course provide them […]
Lakewood’s 25th Anniversary Celebrated with Street Festival
A press release from City of Lakewood. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – The City of Lakewood celebrated its 25th Anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 25 with a street festival in Colonial Plaza. International performances representing Thailand, Mexico, Korea, and Guam showcased some of the rich cultures comprising Lakewood. The event also featured live music by Chapter 5 and Michael Powers, local food trucks […]
JBLM to train with artillery Sept. 28-30
Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct day and nighttime training with artillery from 12 a.m. Sept. 28 to 11:59 p.m. Sept. 30. Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs.
Pierce County Districting Committee to Host Pair of Meetings This Week
The Pierce County Districting Committee will host two Special Meetings on Sept. 28 and Sept. 29 at 5:30 pm. Download the meeting agendas and access information for the Sept. 28 meeting here and the Sept. 29 meeting here.
DuPont Mayor & Council Weekly Report – September 24, 2021
Submitted by City of DuPont. Read the weekly report online by clicking here. Read past reports here.
Correction: Link to Chief Leschi presentation fixed
A letter from Willie Frank III, Nisqually Tribe Chairman, who opposes changing the name of Ft. Steilacoom Park included a link to a presentation on Chief Leschi. That link – click here – in the original post has now been fixed. I apologize for my error.