Submitted by Tacoma Youth Chorus. The Tacoma Youth Chorus invites you to bring your family and friends to celebrate the holiday season at any or all of our holiday programs in the coming weeks! First, join the combined choirs of Tacoma Youth Chorus for two festive holiday performances in the beautiful setting of Lagerquist Concert […]
Patrol sergeant, son repair fence damaged by suspect during foot pursuit
Pierce County Sheriff’s Department announcement. On Nov. 11, at 7:14 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the 600 block of Lafayette St S in Parkland for reports of a man throwing rocks at cars and buildings. When deputies arrived, the suspect fled on foot. He climbed over several fences to get away, but deputies caught up […]
Lakewood, Gimhae City, South Korea establish ‘Sister City’ partnership
City of Lakewood announcement. The Lakewood City Council was joined earlier this week by a delegation from Gimhae City, located in the South Gyeongsang Province in the Republic of Korea. The visit was one of celebration, as the two municipalities formally recognized their long-standing relationship with the establishment of an official “Sister City” designation. Mayor […]
Kent Keel Elected to the National League of Cities Board of Directors
City of University Place announcement. Kent Keel, Councilmember of University Place, WA,was elected to the National League of Cities (NLC) Board of Directors by NLC’s membership at the organization’s 2022 City Summit in Kansas City, MO. Keel was elected to a one-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for NLC’s federal advocacy, governance and membership activities as chair […]
See artist Jen Elek work with Hilltop Artists
Hilltop Artists announcement. We’re thrilled to host Jen Elek: from December 12-16, Jen is in residence at Hilltop Artists, creating her own works, sharing with our students about her processes and experiences, and collaborating with Hilltop Artists, culminating in the Hot Nights demonstration Friday, December 16th. Now is your chance to reserve a complimentary spot […]
Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital earns 2022 Top Children’s Hospital award
MultiCare announcement. TACOMA, Wash. — Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital, the only Level II Pediatric Trauma Center in Western Washington, was named a Top Children’s Hospital nationally by The Leapfrog Group. Announced today, the Leapfrog Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive awards American hospitals can receive. Mary Bridge Children’s will be recognized with […]
Obituary Notices – December 8, 2022
Mountain View Funeral Home: Wendy Jo Fechter. Powers Funeral Home: Michael Edward Larsen. Hill Funeral Home: Angelina Rose Garland; Judy VanderLey. Week’s Dryer Mortuary: Alexander Stewart McDade.
Free Movie – The Polar Express
Submitted by John Ullis. The Anderson Island Film Festival is excited to screen The Polar Express on Saturday, December 10, at 2 pm. “The Polar Express” is a FAMILY Christmas Movie that creates a world of its own like “The Wizard of Oz” or “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” and the unique look of this […]
‘Do It Like You Mean It’ and Other Lessons My Mother Taught Me
Note from Dorothy Wilhelm: I met Margaret Bofenkamp-Hampson in August of 1981 when our husbands died within three days of each other. Father Matt, at St John Bosco in Lakewood thought these two young widows with small children could be comfort and help for each other and he introduced us. For three years, Margaret and […]