Joint Base Lewis-McChord press release. Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct day and nighttime artillery and demolitions training from July 26 at 12 a.m. to July 29 at 11:59 p.m. Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs.
Chair Class Offered at Lakewood YMCA Ideal for Senior Citizens During a Hot Day
Submitted by Eric Warn. With the hot weather just around the corner you might want to consider joining the Lakewood YMCA, which offers a cool environment during the heat of the day. Another reason to join is that when it comes to exercise for seniors, the YMCA’s chair class makes for a wonderful option in […]
Reunion Time for Lincoln High Class of 1960
Submitted by CR Colleran. The Lincoln High School class of 1960, having been unable to gather in 2020 for their 60th reunion, will do so on August 20 for lunch at Tower Lane Entertainment Center on 6th Ave. Members of the class must reserve their spot ahead with a $25 per person check. Phone Carol Strobel Colleran for […]
Colorful events happening in Pierce County Parks this August
Pierce County press release. Pierce County Parks are keeping things fun and colorful this summer! From festivals to a color run, August is jam packed with events in Pierce County Parks. Kite Festival returns to Chambers Creek Regional Park The Pierce County Parks Kite Festival is back and bigger than ever! The two-day event takes […]
Angus McDonald and the Fur Brigade of 1855
Submitted by The DuPont Historical Society. The DuPont Historical Society and Museum are hosting Steve Anderson, author and Fort Nisqually Historian, presenting a talk on his book “Angus McDonald of the Great Divide: The Uncommon Life of a Fur Trader, 1816-1889. In July 1855, a large contingent of over 200 horses, three dozen men, supplies […]
Lend a Hand at the U.S. Women’s Amateur
City of University Place announcement. University Place residents who want to participate in another championship event at Chambers Bay may wish to volunteer at the 122nd U.S. Women’s Amateur from Aug. 8-14. Over the course of the seven-day event, there are many ways interested volunteers can help. Organizers have indicated they could use up to […]
Rental Assistance Program Portal Closing Soon
Pierce County social media post. The Pierce County Rental Assistance Program Portal will close on Monday, August 1, 2022. Tenants will have until then to submit new, or make any changes to their existing rental assistance applications. Learn more: http://PierceCountyWa.Gov/HousingHelp.
Help needed for Kite Festival
Pierce County social media post. Help Pierce County Parks at the Kite Festival on August 6/7 at Chambers Bay in University Place. Ages 15+ are invited to volunteer for the event. Details: https://bit.ly/3OS8mXz Select a shift: 𝗔𝗨𝗚 𝟲: https://bit.ly/3AzJSy2, 𝗔𝗨𝗚 𝟳: https://bit.ly/3AzKdRk.
Summer Internship: Environmental Studies major works as a bio tech at Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
Pacific Lutheran University announcement. Fiona Ashton-Knochel ’24 is spending her summer on a bird refuge in Brigham City, Utah. The Environmental Studies major sat down with us to discuss her exciting internship and to offer suggestions for anyone looking to land their own internship working in conservation. Why did… Read the rest of the announcement […]