I’ve always been interested in the past. When Peg and I traveled with friends to Italy and Spain a number of years ago, we visited several places in Italy. We felt like we were always seeing elements that were hundreds, if not thousands of years in the past. In Spain, I even got my wish […]
The Better Futures Luncheon Auction Preview is Now LIVE
Hilltop Artists announcement. The Better Futures Luncheon Auction Preview is here! This is your chance to get a first look at our Pride-themed, rainbow centerpieces created for this year’s event. And there’s more! Check out art made by Hilltop Artists students and alumni, plus more goodies and experiences donated from our wonderful community partners. Get […]
Letter: Taking Shelter
It rained this past March 31. I remember because it was the day we laid my wife to rest. We huddled together at the graveside. In part because of the rain. In part to be close. The tears fell like the gentle shower that gathered in pools atop the canopy and spilled over the edge. […]
Seattle Chinese Post finds new home at Asia Pacific Cultural Center
By Kai Curry, NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY When the Seattle Chinese Post (SCP) announced that it was closing, there were tears. A lifeline that the community had counted on for four decades was becoming a thing of the past. Now, SCP will have a new life online with the Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) in Tacoma, […]
Clover Park School District Board of Directors Schedules Public Hearing
The Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a public hearing to take comments on the potential sale of property listed as: The public hearing begins at 5 p.m., Monday, Oct. 9, in room 4 of the Student Services Center, 10903 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, in Lakewood. Individuals can attend online by visiting […]
Puyallup’s Step by Step awarded $100,000 check to support maternal health
Submitted by UnitedHealthcare. On Sept. 27, 2023, UnitedHealthcare presented a $100,000 check to Step by Step, a Puyallup-based nonprofit that supports at-risk mothers and their families with programs and resources. “As the father of three girls, I’m especially thrilled to support Step by Step and its mission to support women. This grant is an example of […]
Thriving Together Resource Event
The Pierce County Community Navigator team and the City of Lakewood are hosting a FREE Pierce County Thriving Together Small Business Resource event on Oct. 18, 2023, from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the McGavick Conference Center at Clover Park Technical College, 4500 Steilacoom Boulevard SW. This event will offer small business owners and entrepreneurs the opportunity to connect with Pierce County non-profit […]
Point Defiance Zoo earns AZA accreditation
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium earned kudos and another five years of accreditation from the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) in September. The Tacoma zoo also won a significant achievement award in volunteer engagement for its volunteer dive program. “We know that Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is well-regarded by guests, who return again […]
The Board of Health Oct. 4 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on Oct. 4 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.