Submitted by Aaron Arkin. Recently, a highly publicized Blue Origin Mission to the edge of space, passively crewed by six celebrated female personalities, was the subtext for the idea that mankind’s future is in Space. In the headiness of the moment, and with the support of a hand-full of multi-billionaires, space tourism (for the ultra […]
Puyallup’s Annual Independence Day Celebration “Red, White & Kaboom” Set for July 3, 2025
Submitted by Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce. Puyallup, WA — Mark your calendars and gather your family and friends—Puyallup’s favorite Independence Day celebration is back and better than ever! Proudly presented by the Puyallup/Sumner Chamber of Commerce, Bill Korum’s Puyallup Nissan, and MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital, the Red, White & Kaboom Festival returns on Thursday, […]
Rep. Mari Leavitt Leads Legislative Wins for Animal Welfare in Washington
Representative Mari Leavitt (D-University Place) is leading the charge to protect animals and the people who care for them—successfully advancing multiple bills to strengthen Washington’s animal welfare laws and public safety protections. Yesterday, Governor Bob Ferguson signed her latest bill—Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1201—into law. The legislation ensures that during natural disasters or extreme weather […]
Obituary Notices – April 24, 2025
Mountain View Funeral Home: Helen Lou Eggimann; Kaethe Luise Street; Rosemarie Christel Szernitzky Cruzan.
Culture Department hosts annual Canoe Awakening celebration
By Shaun Scott, Puyallup Tribal News Nearly 100 Tribal Members gathered near the shores of the Hylebos Waterway at the Tribe’s Canoe Landing site on April 13 for this year’s Canoe Awakening. Cultural Center Assistant Director Clinton McCloud was on the mic for the majority of the day, sharing his insight and calling witnesses to […]
Acclaimed Author DL Fowler, Presents “Abraham Lincoln Raw” Thursday, 1 May, Lakewood History Museum
Author and historian DL Fowler will present a special one night only program titled “Abraham Lincoln Raw” on Thursday, 1 May at the Lakewood History Museum. Fowler has dedicated his distinguished career to researching source documents, neglected footnotes, hidden clues and more in order to enter Abe’s inner world during his times of crisis. Fowler is a graduate of […]
Join Us for the 53rd Sound to Narrows Run & Walk!
Submitted by Sound to Narrows. Get ready to hit the streets of Tacoma! The MultiCare Sound to Narrows is just around the corner, and we’re inviting runners, walkers, families, and friends of all ages and fitness levels to join in the fun. 📅 Date: Saturday, June 14th, 2025📍 Location: Vassault Park and Pt. Defiance Park, […]
In the Book Nook with … John M. Whiddon
Author John M. Whiddon hails from the Florida Panhandle. With a background in the healthcare industry, public service, and a five-year stint on the faculty of Florida State University, he ran the state Medicaid Program Integrity Office for more than a decade, and upon retirement opened a private healthcare regulatory consulting business in 1995. John […]
Draft Middle Housing Code Available for Public Comment
During its March 19 meeting, the U.P. Planning Commission reviewed the City’s plans for middle housing, including draft code amendments, design standards and unit lot subdivision amendments. These changes are required under House Bill 1110, which was passed by the State in 2023 to help increase housing supply statewide. Middle housing refers to housing types […]