Author Bryan J. Mason lives in Bristol, England. He used to work as a tax investigator, a mediator, made sound effects for radio, and was also a rent collector, but now he is a full-time writer. Bryan wrote his first novel, Shaking Hands with the Devil, around 1990, but despite having a literary agent, failed […]
Hunt’s Services Expands Community Outreach with Hunt’s Helping Hands Initiative
Submitted by Faruk Oyebanjo. Tacoma, WA – Hunt’s Services is thrilled to announce the continuation of its impactful Hunt’s Helping Hands program. This initiative is dedicated to giving back to residents of Pierce, King, and Thurston counties by providing essential heating and cooling services at no cost to families in need. At Hunt’s Services, our […]
Robin, Desperately Looking for a Date
Robin was always a big bag of wind, which was difficult to be for a fairly short individual going to a well thought of University in Tacoma, Washington. Somehow, he had been swamped at work and at classes. “Well, there’s always tomorrow” was one of Robin’s fallback attacks for a date or two. Some worked, […]
Public Hearing: Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update, Dec. 2
The City Council of the City of University Place will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, December 2, 2024, as part of its regular meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers at 3609 Market Place West, Third Floor, to consider the adoption of the periodic updates to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The public […]
Public Hearing: Reducing the Price of Pierce Transit All Day Pass
A public hearing will be held as part of the Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting on Monday, December 9, 2024. The meeting begins at 4:00 p.m. and members of the public may attend the meeting in person or virtually through Zoom. The purpose of this hearing is to receive public comment on Pierce Transit’s proposed […]
FAFSA Now Available for 2025-26 Applicants
Submitted by Washington Student Achievement Council. The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) has announced that the 2025-26 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now available. Applications typically open on October 1 for people wanting to start college the next fall. This year the application was delayed as DOE carried out a series of beta […]
Obituary Notices – November 27, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Shanna Marie Holt; Carol Hoffner Masters. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Keven W. Vannoy. Gaffney Funeral Home: Victoria Alice Santiago. Scott Funeral Home: Janet Anderson.
Safety expert says mind the ‘naughty list’ of toys
Submitted by Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. Holiday gift and toy shopping season is here. While we all want to bring joy and fun to our families, even the best toy isn’t worth a detour to the emergency department. Before you head to the mall, a thrift store or your computer, our child safety experts have […]
Ride Pierce Transit Fare Free on Friday, Nov. 29
In thankful appreciation of its customers, partners and Pierce County’s business community, Pierce Transit is offering free fares on local bus, SHUTTLE and Runner services on Friday, Nov. 29. The public is encouraged to take transit for free this Black Friday to support local businesses and shops. All Pierce Transit routes will be operating on […]