At its Annual Meeting on November 9, 2024, the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber (TPCC) announced the creation of two new scholarships to honor Janice Hutchins and David Schroedel, two long-serving staff members who have made an indelible impact on the Chamber and the South Sound community. The scholarships will support emerging business leaders and civic-minded individuals, […]
Letter: Remembering Days Long Ago
“Excuse me miss,” he said as he drew near. Quite evidently, she had not been aware of his approach. She seemed lost in thought, the fingers of one aged hand gently stroking the fingers of the other hand, absently turning her wedding ring round and round as she gazed at the old house. Startled from […]
Mid-Biennium Budget Supplemental Under Council Consideration
TACOMA – The Chair of the Pierce County Council released Amendment No. 1 – often referred to as the Chair’s amendment – to the Executive’s proposed mid-biennium supplemental budget during a special meeting of the Council’s Committee of the Whole on Friday, Nov. 15. “The intent of offering Amendment No. 1 is to start from […]
St. Joan of Grocery Clerks
Joan was an independent young woman. She liked to go shopping early at her favorite grocery store. They had fish at decent prices, well “decent” when they had been offered for sale at a great price when various pieces of fish were reduced in price for quicker sales. She had been sold on nice looking […]
Toxic algae caution advisories lifted for Spanaway and Ohop Lakes
Even when an advisory is not in effect, always use caution when you’re in the water. When in doubt, stay out! On Nov. 18, we lifted the toxic algae caution advisories for Spanaway and Ohop Lakes. The water is safe for people and pets. Always use caution when you’re in the water. When you see […]
Scholarship Opportunity for High School Seniors
The Association of Washington Cities Center for Quality Communities will award up to three $3,000 scholarships in 2025 to high school seniors who are active in leadership in their city government, community or school. The City of University Place can nominate one graduating high school senior. Applicants must be Washington state residents, reside in University […]
Preserve Pierce County’s open spaces: 2025 Conservation Futures Grant application opens Dec. 2
The Pierce County Conservation Futures Program application period opens on Dec. 2, offering an opportunity for local organizations to apply for funding to support conservation projects. The Conservation Futures Program offers a critical pathway to preserving Pierce County’s natural spaces for future generations. Funded through the Conservation Futures Tax Levy (CFT), the program provides essential […]
Lakewood Holiday Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting is Dec. 7
We’re preparing for our final event of the year: the Lakewood Holiday Parade of Lights & Christmas Tree Lighting. Join us Saturday, Dec. 7 in Lakewood Towne Center for this community event. Line the parade route to cheer on local Lakewood businesses, school groups and community organizations. Parade participants will proceed from Alfaretta Street SW […]
CANCELED: Wine & Song 2024: Stephanie Anne Johnson, vocalist, songwriter, guitarist
Classical Tuesdays in Old Town Tacoma announcement. December 2, 2024 Update. This event has been canceled. We are excited for our annual Wine & Song fundraiser! The Classical Tuesdays in Old Town Tacoma events are free through generous support from the Old Town Business and Professional Association, our wonderful volunteers, and our annual fundraiser. Featured […]