Submitted by John Arbeeny. On 13 November 2024 the Suburban Times carried a Clover Park School District (CPSD) article about its School Board being designated as a “Board of Distinction” by the Washington State School Directors Association (WSSDA). WSSDA is a lobbyist organization for school boards. School boards have to apply for the award and […]
Letter: Recalling retired generals to face court-martial proceedings sets a dangerous precedent
Submitted by Gregory Alderete, Lieutenant Colonel US Army retired. Recalling retired generals to face court-martial proceedings, is a move that sets a dangerous precedent for both the military and the country at large. While it’s essential to maintain accountability within the armed forces, the decision to target former high-ranking officers with court-martial charges does more […]
Simon – Blue Eyes and More, with Help
Blue eyes, good teeth, tall, and blonde hair that stays combed. Don’t many men want to grow up that way? Throw in the latest clothes and a convertible sports car and you’ve got it all. Simon was my best friend in high school and college. Those were great days. Both he and I didn’t measure […]
City Council Approves Home in Tacoma Zoning and Standards Package
TACOMA, Wash. – The City Council has unanimously approved the Home In Tacoma zoning and standards package, a landmark decision that paves the way for more diverse, affordable, and sustainable housing options throughout the city. This comprehensive update to Tacoma’s residential zoning regulations marks the culmination of several years of community engagement and collaboration. The centerpiece of […]
Sounder trains available for Seahawks vs. Arizona Cardinals
Seattle sports fans can save on travel time, parking and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to this weekend’s Seahawks game. Special Sounder service is in addition to regular Link light rail, ST Express and King County Metro service to and from Lumen Field. The special service will be available Sunday, Nov. 24, for […]
Join Lions in Giving the Gift of Better Sight
Submitted by Eric Warn, Lakewood First Lions. Your old eyeglasses served you well; we’ll help you find new faces to put the world in focus. Lakewood First Lions Club can give your old eyeglasses new life through the Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center (LERC) in Lacey. LERC sorts your old optical friends by prescription and type (single & […]
Metro Parks Tacoma is recruiting for two positions on the Park Board
TACOMA, WA – Metro Parks Tacoma will be filling two vacant positions on its Board of Park Commissioners in the coming months. On Monday, Commissioners Aaron Pointer and Rosie Ayala submitted letters of resignation. Pointer is retiring after 24 years of service to the park district, including three years as president and three years as […]
PSE, Uplight plug Tesla in to expanded home battery program
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and Uplight, a clean energy technology company that helps consumers and energy providers conserve, manage, and monetize energy capacity, are excited to announce the expansion of their Flex Batteries program to include Tesla home battery systems. This expansion offers customers more product choices and cash incentives to enroll their home battery system in […]
Obituary Notices – November 22, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Darrell Haugen.