Mayor Ronald Frederick is pleased to announce the appointment of Mickey Gillie as the new Chief for the DuPont Fire Department. Currently serving as the Deputy Chief of the Selah Fire Department, Chief Gillie’s fire service experience spans over 16 years. His professional education and qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Fire Services Administration […]
Sounder trains available for Sunday Mariners game
Seattle sports fans can save on travel time, parking and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to this Sunday’s Mariners game. Special Sounder service is in addition to Link light rail, ST Express and King County Metro service to and from T-Mobile Park. The special service will be available Sunday, July 16 for […]
Reaffirming our commitment to Black and Brown student excellence
Summer quarter is in full swing at Pierce College, and we remain unwavering in our mission to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world. In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to end race-conscious admission programs at colleges and universities, we reaffirm our commitment to […]
Applicants Sought for the Public Utility Board
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill one position on the Public Utility Board. The Public Utility Board is comprised of five members who are all Tacoma residents, nominated by the Government Performance and Finance Committee and appointed by a majority vote of the City Council. The membership term is five years. […]
Bradd Busick wins 2023 ORBIE CIO of the Year award
TACOMA, Wash. — Bradd Busick, senior vice president and chief information officer for MultiCare Health System, received the 2023 Healthcare ORBIE award for hospitals and health care organizations from SeattleCIO. “I’m honored to receive the CIO of the year award for health care,” said Busick. “But this award belongs to the outstanding team of dedicated IT […]
Obituary Notices – July 14, 2023
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Brandon Michael Waters-Morales. Mountain View Funeral Home: Sonita Tina Sim; Justin Turner Woods. Powers Funeral Home: Thomas Wayne Fox; Opal Charlene Neagle; Barbara Ann Maples.
Pierce County Council Announces its Next Chief of Staff
Earlier this year, the Pierce County Council began a nationwide search for the Office of the Pierce County Council’s next Chief of Staff and is excited to announce a successful candidate has been found and will be joining the team Monday, July 17. Julie Murray comes to the Office of the County Council with a […]
Fairy Trails
Frolic down Sequlitchew Trail on July 29th from 10 am – 12 pm in your most whimsical summer outfit while joined by magical creature creatures from faraway lands. As you venture down the trail be on the lookout for some enchanted houses. After the walk, return to City Hall Council Chambers for snacks and crafts for the […]
Kiwanis High School Awards and Member Recognition
Submitted by Jerry Dunlap. At it’s annual High School Awards Luncheon, the Kiwanis Club of Clover Park awarded 3 $3,000 scholarships and achievement awards. Receiving the scholarships were Alicia-Ellalynn Soliai from Clover Park High School, Natalie Weathers from Lakes High School, and Zoe Briggs from Harrison Prep. From Clover Park, Alicia-Ellalynn Soliri received the Female […]