Submitted by Andrew Kruse. Recently, I wrote a petition about the need for violence prevention to be brought to the attention of the citizens and City Council in Lakewood. The concern that prompted me was brought on by the recent shootings at American Lake and Fort Steilacoom Park last month. While I have been working […]
Big Kill – Western Buddy Film Review
Not since Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid have I seen a buddy film western pull me into the story as much as Big Kill does. Big Kill does this with humor and the opportunity to voice the next line of dialog before it’s said in the film. This doesn’t happen continually, but enough that […]
Hudson Bay Heritage Days – August 21 & 22
A news story from City of DuPont. DuPont’s great BBQ Competition is back produced by the Pat Tillman Memorial American Legion Post #53 For the absolute best in low and slow BBQ, outrageous seafood, fantastic children’s activities, live music, and a great beer garden featuring local craft brews and craft liquors, with Historical activities and […]
Rose Marie Lewis Recognized for 30 Years Service to CP Kiwanis
A news story from Phil Raschke. At a recent luncheon, Rose Marie Lewis of Lakewood was honored for her 30 years of dedicated service to the Clover Park Kiwanis Club. During her 30 years Rose Marie served as Club President, volunteered at the Kiwanis concession stand at Cheney Stadium, helped maintain the Club’s community garden […]
Back to School Webinar Aug. 19
A social media post from WA Department of Health. On August 19 at 5 p.m., join the Washington Department of Health, the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, Kaiser Permanente WA, and the Washington State PTA for a discussion on returning to school and helping children manage their stress and mental health. Submit […]
Parkland Community Conversation Aug. 26
A press release from Office of Pierce County Councilmember Jani Hitchen. Join Pierce County Council District 5 and District 6 Councilmembers Marty Campbell and Jani Hitchen for an in-person meeting with Pierce County officials on the following topics: Parks Public safety Code enforcement Community and Economic Development The meeting is Thursday, Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. at […]
Puyallup Public Hearing on Latecomer’s Agreement
A press release from City of Puyallup. The Puyallup City Council will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at 6:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, to consider a request for a latecomer’s agreement for a water main installed as part of the off-site improvements of the warehouse development in the […]
Sound Transit seeks public comment on Transit Development Plan
A press release from Sound Transit. Sound Transit is seeking public comment on its proposed Transit Development Plan. People can view the plan and leave comment through September 2 at https://www.soundtransit.org/tdp In accordance with RCW 35.58.2795, Sound Transit is required to prepare a six-year transit development plan and annual report, as well as conduct a public hearing. […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed August 16
A press release from Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. On Aug. 16, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for July 23- Aug. 5 is 379.6. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 8.3 per 100,000. Today we confirmed 419 COVID-19 cases and […]