Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) June 30 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Rowing, Repairing, Sailing, and Catching the Wind
I’m sure we always think our fathers are a little weird when we’re growing up and then we sometimes think our children are a little weird when we’re raising them. That thought crossed my mind as I sat in my car waiting for my wife Peggy to get some allergy shots from her doctor. I […]
Obscure Red Letter Days to Celebrate in July
From Dorothy Wilhelm: Good Times in Pierce Country even though the days getting shorter. I still try to get out to walk for a mile or so during that last magical hour before sunset. If you’re looking for some free family activities you won’t do better than this fun list of 25 free things to […]
In the Book Nook with … Sandy Hill
Author Sandy Hill lives with her husband, Gene, and their dog, Bentley, in northern Kitsap County, Washington State. Before retiring, her favorite job was working for NASA as a data analyst on the Pioneer space probe to Jupiter. In her later years, she attended the Institute of Children’s Literature, learned the craft of writing, and […]
Steilacoom Town Administrator June 30 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s June 30 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
Danny Vernon’s “Tribute to Elvis and the Music of Blue Hawaii”
Submitted by Susan Berven, Lakewood Elks #2388. The Lakewood Elks #2388 presents DANNY VERNON in a tribute to Elvis Presley “The Music of Blue Hawaii”. See this fantastic show in the beautiful Lakewood Elks Ballroom, guaranteed to impress! Event is July 14th. Doors Open 6:00 pm, Show 7:00-10:00 pm. $30 includes one complimentary “Blue Hawaii” […]
Report Fireworks Noise Violations Online
Discharging fireworks in University Place is only legal between the hours of 9 a.m. to midnight on July 4. Those who wish to report the illegal discharge of fireworks can make a report online at www.fireworksreport.com from now through 6 a.m. on July 5. To file an online report, simply provide a valid address where the […]
MultiCare announces to reduce workforce to address financial losses
TACOMA, Wash. –MultiCare Health System will lay off 229 employees, or about 1 percent of the its 23,000 staff members, including about two dozen leaders, in an ongoing effort to reduce the health system’s expenses. Like many other health systems, MultiCare continues to face financial challenges stemming from the global pandemic, including record-high inflation, labor shortages, […]
The University Place City Council July 3 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on July 3 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.