By Corvo Rohwer, Puyallup Tribal News. Heritage Division Curriculum Developer and School Liaison Patricia Conway visited multiple school districts in November to observe the ongoing implementation of the Since Time Immemorial curriculum. Also known as the John McCoy (lulilaš) STI, the Tribally-cultivated curriculum has been a requirement for schools to teach since 2015 by Senate Bill […]
Pierce County Santa Cops collecting toys for families in need
This holiday season, we ask you to consider supporting Pierce County families in need by donating toys and food to Pierce County Santa Cops. You can drop off new, unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items at our South Hill precinct now thru Dec. 13. Want to shop online? Just scan the QR code, or click […]
Public Hearing: Conditional Use Permit for Quick Quack Car Wash
When: Wednesday, December 4, 2024Time: 1:00 PMPlace: Virtual meeting via Zoom The City of Lakewood Planning and Public Works Department will be holding a public hearing for permit number 11568- Conditional Use Permit for Quick Quack Car Wash. The proposed project consists of a new automated car washing facility that will feature a 108- foot tunnel, […]
Pierce County Human Services awarded $1.6M for mobile opioid treatment services
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) has been awarded $1.6M to fund mobile opioid outreach and treatment services for residents in need of substance abuse services. The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Site-Based Program (COSSUP). The Pierce County Mobile Opioid Outreach and Treatment program will deliver evidence-based […]
Jennifer of the Backward Glance
I don’t know why it was or what it was . . . or still does, to make me look at Jennifer after’s she’s walked past. The smell of her perfume has done this for me and a certain look or smile has captured my attention for a minute or so from other women, but […]
Support the Enlisted Project’s Share the Joy Holiday Drive Kicks
Submitted by Support The Enlisted Project. TACOMA, WA – The holidays can be a magical time, but for military and veteran families, the season often comes with added stress. To help ease the financial strain, Support the Enlisted Project’s (STEP) “Sharing the Joy” holiday program matches junior enlisted military and veteran families with donors to help make their […]
The DuPont Planning Commission Nov. 25 Meeting Agenda
The DuPont City Planning Commission will hold a Special Meeting on Nov. 25 (6 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Tacoma Creates Continues to Boost Access to Arts and Culture for Schools and Community
TACOMA, Wash. – Tacoma Creates, Washington state’s pioneering cultural access program, recently completed its fourth funding cycle, awarding $5.8 million to 65 organizations dedicated to advancing arts, culture, heritage, and science. This competitive funding program enabled these organizations to offer over 1,200 cultural programs and events for the Tacoma community during the 2023-2024 period. “With […]
The Lakewood City Council Nov. 25 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Study Session on Nov. 25 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.