If you’ve spent the summer cleaning out your closets and garage and plan to hold a yard sale, be sure to follow the City of U.P.’s sign regulations. Designed to protect the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and motorists, these rules require that: In addition to promoting safety, these regulations also help reduce visual clutter in […]
Letter: I’ll Meet You at the River
“Soon we’ll reach the shining river,Soon our pilgrimage will cease;Soon our happy hearts will quiver,With the melody of peace.” It was the last stanza of the last hymn sung at his memorial service. It was chosen because his wife had once said to him “If I go first, I’ll meet you at the river.” Her […]
Warrior Zone set for Aug. 18
Join the fun at the Warrior Zone, on Lewis North, Aug. 18 from 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. for Single Service Member Day, hosted by JBLM BOSS. There will be a car show, DJ, axe throwing, dunk tank, mechanical bull, Esports tournaments and more! Open to JBLM active-duty service members.
Kids say the darndest things
Kids in our Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) sure do say the darndest things! Slots available for children aged 3 and 4 in University Place.
Steeplejack inspection
From the Tacoma Historical Society Twitter/X account. Jack O’Brien, professional steeplejack, inspects his assignment on August 13, 1942: painting the flagpole on the Puget Sound National Bank Building. The 48 year old painter worked 400 feet above Pacific Avenue. Steeplejacks carried out a variety of building repair and maintenance at heights on tall buildings. Mr. […]
Good Boy Eddie!
On Monday August 8th, our deputies were dispatched to an armed robbery call at 162nd St Ct E and 66th Ave E. The initial information given was that a suspect had stolen the callers water truck and had been followed by the owner’s brother. The brother called 911 to advise the suspect shot at him […]
DuPont August 11 Report from Mayor, Council
Read the DuPont Mayor and City Council August 11 report by clicking here.
Obituary Notices – August 15, 2023
Fir Lane Memorial Park: Krisana Blow. Week’s Dryer Mortuary: William “Bill” James Redd.
Pierce Transit Offering Free Rides to Cooling Centers
The Puget Sound is expecting high temperatures for the next several days. To help those who need access to transportation to get out of the heat, Pierce Transit is partnering with the Pierce County Department of Emergency Management to provide free bus or SHUTTLE rides (for registered SHUTTLE customers) to cooling centers and shelters. The […]