By Bruce Dammeier, Pierce County Executive. While the COVID-19 virus has not been fully eradicated, we are seeing exciting milestones that signal we are on a brighter path. The governor officially “opened” the state this week, ending many of the restrictions that had been put in place. On Wednesday I rescinded the emergency proclamation that […]
Lakewood City Manager July 2 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) July 2 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Steilacoom Town Administrator July 2 Report to Council
Upcoming Meetings: Council Meeting – July 6, 2021, at 6:30 PM. Zoom Invite: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88190619244 Planning Commission – July 12, 2021, at 6:30 PM. Zoom Invite: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89237131081 Civil Service Commission – August 5, 2021, at 2:00 PM. Zoom Invite: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86863423522 Preservation and Review Board – July 28, 2021, at 6:30 PM. Zoom Invite: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89902278482 (*) Meetings […]
Public Comment Invited on Proposed Construction of Forensic Hospital at Western State Hospital Campus
LAKEWOOD, Wash. – The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) has proposed an amendment to the Master Facilities Plan for the Western State Hospital campus to include the construction of a proposed 350-bed forensic hospital, among other updates. The public comment period began in early June and is approaching its conclusion; comments will be […]
Prevail the Trail 5K fun run invites all ages and abilities to register
The Prevail the Trail 5K is the second race in Pierce County Parks’ Run the Fun 5K series and is open to all ages and abilities. The 5K may be completed at the racecourse in person or at a location of the racer’s choice with results submitted virtually. The in-person option of the run takes […]
Shanna in a Dress – Quirky Folk Pop from a Clever Millennial Who Sucks at Dating
Shanna in a Dress is your quirky best friend who refuses to wear pants. She says what everyone is thinking but no one else will say and you’ll get an uncensored journey of clever humor and heartbreak with a hefty side of entertainment at her shows. This witty wordsmith is known for making audiences laugh […]
Across the Fence: At Home With Salmon
My friend, Suburban Times columnist Don Doman’s recent article about the goodness of salmon has inspired this piece. Because, indeed, salmon is a tasty fish, healthy because of its Omega 3 oils, and very, very versatile. Also, here in Washington State, it’s one of the native fish and, therefore, widely available. My husband and I […]
Here are 50+ new Tacoma restaurants that opened during the pandemic
If you felt you missed out on a few things the last 15 months, you’re not alone. Dining inside restaurants was put on pause by many. It’s difficult to get up to speed after spending a year doing take-out only and eating in your sweatpants on the couch. Would you believe I wrote more than […]
U.P. City Hall Offices Reopening on July 6
City of University Place offices will begin to offer in-person hours beginning Tuesday, July 6. City Hall hours will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, pursuant to U.S. Centers for Disease Control, Washington State Health Department and Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department directives. We welcome in-person visits, but recommend scheduling an appointment when possible. All […]