When you have a sewer pipe problem, believe me this is not a job for amateurs. Here in the Pacific Northwest we have lots of trees and plants with roots that are always searching for and seeking cracked and broken pipes. This looks like a hot, hot summer, which means roots are going to be […]
Delayed: Classy Chassis temporary closure pushed to late June
A previously noted closure of the Classy Chassis carwash tunnel in Lakewood has been delayed until late June.
Four Firefighters Complete Rescue Swimmer Training
West Pierce Fire & Rescue story. The week of May 23, four West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) firefighters successfully completed their Rapid Entry Rescue Swimmer training. Instructed by retired WPFR personnel who developed this program, the course is designed to give first responders the skills they need to safely perform water rescue efforts, even […]
The University Place City Council June 6 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on June 6 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
CPSD Promising Future: Eero Hilton
A Clover Park School District story. Our Promising Futures Friday featured student this week is Custer Elementary School first grader Eero Hilton. Eero is precocious and enjoys learning so much that it often takes a moment for the adults in the room to catch up with him. This year, he has been challenging himself in […]
Kilmer Urges Department of Veterans Affairs to Improve VA Mortgage Loan Process
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. Tacoma, WA – On Thursday, U.S. Representatives Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) led a bipartisan letter signed by more than 60 of their colleagues to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Denis McDonough, urging the VA to improve its mortgage loan to make homeownership more attainable for America’s veterans. […]
The Lakewood City Council June 6 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on June 6 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
All-Abilities Recreational Programs Scheduled All Summer Long in Lakewood
City of Lakewood announcement. The City of Lakewood is a proud partner to the Pierce County Specialized Recreation (PCSR) team, which hosts recreational activities for students of all ages and abilities. These inclusive programs include art, craft, sports, and social events for participants with and without disabilities. Many activities and events are scheduled throughout the […]
City Hosting Virtual Public Meeting on Stormwater Management Action Plan
City of Puyallup announcement. Puyallup, WA – The City of Puyallup is hosting a Public Meeting to provide an update on its Stormwater Management Action Plan. The meeting will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2022, at 6 pm via Zoom. The public is invited to attend the meeting and learn more about the status […]