Crossing the frontier border from Mexico to America is not for the faint of heart. Illegal immigrants face kidnapping, rape, robbery, extortion, and more . . . and still they come to America for a better life for their families . . . Wouldn’t you do the same? “Tens of thousands of migrant families, including […]
U.P. City Council to Receive 5G and Small Cell System Recommendations
At its May 3 meeting, the University Place City Council will review the Planning Commission’s recommendations regarding the introduction of 5G wireless technology across the city via Small Cell Distributed Network Systems. Unlike macro systems that rely on tall towers, facilities on existing buildings and other structures such as water towers on private property, micro-systems […]
Kilmer: American Rescue Plan Relief for Restaurants Available Beginning Monday
On April 30, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) announced that restaurants in Northwest Washington will be able to apply for direct relief through the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) beginning Monday, May 3, at 12:00 p.m. ET. Applicants can register on the U.S. Small Business Administration application portal beginning Friday, April 30 at 9:00 a.m. ET. The $28.6 […]
The University Place City Council May 3 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on May 3 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions on the City’s website.
QFC Partners with Girl Scouts for Cookie Season During the Pandemic
Girl Scouts of Western Washington is excited to announce a new partnership this cookie season with QFC. The grocery chain will sell Girl Scout Cookies at 56 of its stores throughout western Washington now through May 30. All proceeds will go back to local Girl Scouts. Customers can find cookie displays near the registers in […]
The Lakewood City Council May 3 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on May 3 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions on the City’s website.
The Puyallup City Council May 4 Meeting Agenda
The Puyallup City Council will hold a Study Session on May 4 (6:30 P.M.). Access the meeting agenda and agenda packet as well as location/connection information on the City’s website.
Letter: Race & Stereotypes OR Acceptance
From a fairly young age, and I assume even younger in today’s society, I was taught stereotypes are the wrong way to judge others. I learned that we need to get to know a person and judge them on their own content and actions. This week I read an article, about a middle school in […]
City of Lakewood secures $3.7 million in capital funding from state legislature.
LAKEWOOD, Wash. – The City of Lakewood has been notified that the State Legislature’s final capital budget includes over $3.7 million allocated to programs that will benefit the City of Lakewood. The City expresses its thanks to Senator T’wina Nobles, Representative Dan Bronoske and Representative Mari Leavitt from the 28th Legislative District and Senator Steve Conway, Representative […]