Submitted by Dr. Jeff Reynolds. Washington state has long been a trailblazer when it comes to cannabis. The Evergreen State was the first to legalize marijuana for recreational use in 2012 and medical use has been legal since 1998. While state residents have been riding that high, they also could be doing long-term damage to […]
The University Place City Council April 21 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council’s next Regular Meeting will take place on April 21 (6:30 pm). Access the agenda and ways to attend here.
Applicants Sought for the Tacoma Creates Advisory Board
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill three open positions on the Tacoma Creates Advisory Board: These volunteer positions are three-year terms for Tacoma residents who have interest in and familiarity with public programming in arts, culture, heritage, and/or science, as well as interest in Tacoma Creates goals regarding equity, access, and […]
The Lakewood City Council April 21 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council’s next Regular Meeting will take place on April 21 (6 pm). Access the agenda and ways to attend here.
Washington state unemployment rate holds steady in March at 4.4%
Washington’s economy decreased by an estimated 5,200 jobs (seasonally adjusted) in March 2025, and the monthly unemployment rate remained at 4.4%. “The unemployment rate stayed steady, and the labor force also maintained relative stability in March. Slowing job growth took a slight turn this month,” said Anneliese Vance-Sherman, chief labor economist at the Employment Security […]
Obituary Notices – April 19, 2025
Mountain View Funeral Home: Frank Talmage “Tal” Edman; Linda C. B. Perez. Scott Funeral Home: Mother Ada Milligan.
Pedestrian signal project brings nighttime lane closures to SR 7 in Spanaway
SPANAWAY – Overnight travelers who use State Route 7 in Spanaway will want to plan extra time starting Monday, April 21. Contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will close lanes in both directions of the highway. Work will occur between 188th Street South and 155th Street South. Crews will start at 188th […]
Lakewood City Manager April 18 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) April 18 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Steilacoom Town Administrator April 18 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s April 18 report to the Town Council by clicking here.