The first-ever Manufacturing Day Expo was held at Clover Park Technical College in Lakewood this week. Mayor Jason Whalen was there to welcome attendees. He was joined by City Manager John Caulfield and Economic Development Director Becky Newton. Held in the Center for Advanced Manufacturing, the four-hour event featured a look at new frontiers in […]
CPSD #SuperSchoolShoutOut – Custodian Appreciation
Each week, Clover Park School District (CPSD) will highlight a school or profession in our district on our social media pages with a #SuperSchoolShoutout where we celebrate the students and staff that make our district beam with pride. This week, we’re showing our CPSD pride by giving a shoutout to custodians in honor of Custodian […]
JBLM will conduct demolitions and aviation gunnery training Oct. 10-20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct day and nighttime demolitions and aviation gunnery training from Oct 10 at 6:30 a.m. to Oct. 20 at 11:59 p.m. Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs.
Pierce County School Retirees Association “Meet and Greet”
Submitted by Cynthia Endicott. Meet your State Representatives and Senator. Join Pierce County Educators as they host State Senators and State Representatives from Pierce County at their annual “Meet and Greet”. It will be held at The Tacoma La Quinta Inn on Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. Free Parking. Handicapped accessible. […]
The Steilacoom Apple Squeeze 2023
Submitted by Marianne Bull. Much of the Apple Squeeze on Sunday, October 1, was perfect including the superb weather, crowds of people, quality vendors and great music! The Steilacoom Historical Museum Association, sponsor of the Squeeze does express apologies to those who were inconvenienced by the apple pressing and cider buying situations. Due to issues […]
Exciting Changes to City of Fircrest’s Social Media Accounts
We are thrilled to share some exciting news regarding the City of Fircrest’s social media presence. Change is in the air, and we’re excited to keep you in the loop about our recent transitions. You can find the new Fircrest Parks and Recreation Facebook page here: Fircrest Parks and Recreation Facebook Follow us on Instagram at Fircrest […]
It’s in the Bag
The baggers at Trader Joe’s on Sept. 20 may have been a little overdressed—and some might say a little underqualified—but that’s because they were a bit out of their element. U.P. Police Chief Pat Burke and Sgt. Zach Bregel spent an hour bagging groceries (not criminals) at the Bridgeport Way store as part of Trader […]
City Seeking Feedback on Draft ESAP
We are now accepting feedback on our draft ESAP (Environmental and Sustainability Action Plan). Please go to our website page and tell us what you think! The City is currently in the final phase of drafting its first-ever Environmental and Sustainability Action Plan. Throughout 2023, staff have engaged with the community and City Council to refine […]
The DuPont City Council Oct. 10 Meeting Agenda
The DuPont City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Oct. 10 (6 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.