Vision Zero, an ambitious initiative to make Pierce County’s streets safe and more accessible for all, was approved by the Pierce County Council yesterday. The proposal was brought forward by County Executive Ryan Mello. The legislation (R2025-132) builds upon an effort first started in 2022 to create a comprehensive plan to achieve zero traffic fatalities […]
Community Meet & Greet with Police Chief Candidates
The City of Fircrest is pleased to invite community members to a special Meet & Greet event with the finalists for the Police Chief position. This is a valuable opportunity for community members and business owners to engage with the candidates, ask questions, and share their perspectives on public safety in Fircrest. Event Details: Thursday, […]
Check out our 2024 Annual Report
Now that we’re 1/3 of the way through 2025, let’s take a moment to reflect on the moments and achievements of 2024 that shaped West Pierce Fire & Rescue. From a new form of funding to two major June fires to a larger emphasis on health and wellness, 2024 was a “busy year of growth […]
Applicants Sought for the Board of Building Appeals
The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill five positions on the Board of Building Appeals. Applicants must have training and experience in Building Code, Residential Code, existing Building Code, Mechanical Code, Fire Code, Plumbing Code, Waterfront Structures and Marina Code, Minimum Building and Structures Code, and/or Energy Code. The Board of Building Appeals is […]
Veterans can receive VA claim support at Pierce County events this spring
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) invites local veterans to attend the upcoming Veteran Service Officer (VSO) Workshop on Tuesday, May 13, from 1–2 p.m. at PCHS, 3602 Pacific Avenue, Suite 200, Tacoma, WA 98418. These monthly workshops are designed to equip veterans with essential knowledge about the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) claim process. […]
Obituary Notices – May 3, 2025
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Charles “Charlie” James Dedrick Jr. Mountain View Funeral Home: Jennifer “Jinger” Bailey; Rockie Bare; Dolores Dugger. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Michael D. O’Kelly.
Lakewood City Manager May 2 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) May 2 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Steilacoom Town Administrator May 2 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s May 2 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
Lakewood First Lions Spring Update
Submitted by Dave O’Keeffe. The motto for Lions Club is “we serve” and one of the places we focus on is Springbrook Park. For years we have stuffed 1,000+ eggs for the Easter Egg hunt and lunch celebration, drawing hundreds of kids and parents to the park to build community. We recently placed two benches […]