Submitted by Steilacoom Historical Museum Association. The Steilacoom Historical Museum Association is excited to once again open the Orr Home, decorated for the holidays, to the public for tours – Christmas at the Orr Home. This year we’ll be open for the special event on November 12 and 13 (Saturday, Sunday). The theme is “Celebrate […]
Abandoned Dog Found in Bag Now Needs Critical Care at Tacoma Animal Shelter
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. On Sept. 27, 2022, a good Samaritan found a 12-year-old chihuahua dumped in a bag by the side of their car. The dog was brought to the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County where she is currently receiving urgent medical care. The dog is suffering […]
Rigney Road Non-Motorized Improvements
Town of Steilacoom announcement. Miles Resources and the Town of Steilacoom, on October 3, 2022 will begin work on a project known as Rigney Road Non-Motorized Improvements. Location of Work: Rigney Road and Roe Street from Lexington Street to Steilacoom Blvd, on the West and NW side of the street. Weather permitting, the tentative finish […]
Across the Fence: Scarecrows
Submitted by Susanne Bacon. The other day when driving through the Town of Steilacoom, we passed a scarecrow. I forget where I saw it. I forget what it looked like. But a scarecrow in Steilacoom means that the Garden Club is hosting its annual scarecrow event again. And this means that these critters are popping […]
Community advisory committee evaluates cost scenarios for libraries in Lakewood
Pierce County Library System announcement. The Lakewood Library Building Community Advisory Committee (lakewoodcac@pcls.us) will conduct its fourth of five meetings on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Watch in-person at the Pierce County Library System’s Administrative Center, 3005 112th St. E., Tacoma or join the meeting via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84400013158 , meeting ID: 844 0001 3158 or on the phone: 253-215-8782 […]
Prost (Cheers) to Oktoberfest
City of University Place announcement. University Place will host one of its most popular traditions when the annual Oktoberfest celebration takes over Market Square on Oct. 14 from 5 to 9 p.m. Get in the spirit of things with live music from the Lyle Schaefer German Band and accordionist Jakob Bean. Enjoy seasonal treats like kettle corn […]
We’re hiring! Be part of the city of Lakewood team
City of Lakewood announcement. Are you looking to make a career move? The city of Lakewood has a variety of career opportunities available for people looking to join a collaborative work environment where teamwork and service to the public take priority. Current openings include: Civil Engineer Communications Coordinator Court Compliance Officer Crime Analyst Maintenance Worker […]
Council Corner: Sept. 26, 2022 Study Session
City of Lakewood announcement. The Lakewood City Council began its Sept. 26, 2022 study session with a review of proposed updates to the city’s tree preservation code. Twelve “Key Issues” were outlined for Council. These included recommendations from the city’s ad hoc tree committee and Planning Commission. Council used the study session to direction to […]
COVID Proclamation of Emergency Terminated
City of Tacoma announcement. TACOMA, Wash. – On Sept. 28, Mayor Victoria Woodards terminated the COVID Proclamation of Emergency and all associated rules effective Monday, October 10, 2022 at 12:01 AM. All meetings of Committees, Boards and Commissions (CBCs) will be required to go back to an in-person format, with a possible option to participate virtually. […]
Celebrate Tacoma Arts and Culture in October
City of Tacoma announcement. TACOMA, Wash. — October 2022 marks the 21st anniversary of Tacoma Arts Month – a community celebration of the arts. Programming for all ages includes music, theater and dance performances, hands-on experiences, visual art exhibits, film screenings, literary readings, lectures, cultural events, and workshops. All events are open to the public and many […]
Temporary Street Closure on Thorne Road Scheduled October 1
City of Tacoma announcement. The City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will perform road maintenance and railroad markings on Thorne Road at East 14th Street. The road will be closed on Saturday, October 1, from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with traffic detours in place. All repairs are weather-dependent, and rescheduling may be required. Notice boards will […]
Sounder trains available for Mariners game day October 2
Sound Transit announcement. Seattle Mariners fans can save on travel time, parking and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to the Mariners 1:10 p.m. game Sunday, October 2 against the Oakland A’s. Special Sounder service is in addition to regular Link light rail, ST Express, and King County Metro service to and from […]