The Board of Health will hold a Regular Meeting on May 3 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Pierce College Chancellor and CEO to speak at May 4 Lakewood United Meeting
Julie A. Manley White, Ph.D. was appointed Chancellor and CEO of Pierce College District in January, 2023. Prior to that, she served as President of Pierce College Fort Steilacoom starting July, 2019. White is proud to advocate locally, statewide and nationally for resources and partnerships to support students and employees. May 4th, 2023: Lakewood United […]
Train testing continues and permanent pavement markings has started
Sound Transit announcement. The civil construction phase for Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension is almost complete and with the warmer weather the construction crews have started to apply the permanent pavement markings in the project area. Trains are also now testing regularly so remember to look both ways. Trains come from both directions, so always be […]
Letter: Fenced In By Loss
‘Fenced in’ by loss. A Sudden Halt to Business as Usual. Life as it was will never be the same. But there is a journey that still lies ahead. For once – and again, and again – we can see a future, a reason yet for being, a renewed purpose for living, we are set […]
Michael Burris leads a dynamic team as regional president of Sound Physicians
Written by Lora Shinn, PLU Marketing & Communications Guest Writer. Michael Burris ’09 worked at the intersection of business and healthcare since before even graduating from PLU with a business major and economics minor. While in his third year at PLU, he began an internship with MultiCare Health Systems, working as the CFO’s “right-hand man.” He was offered […]
Youth Firefighting Academy Scheduled for June 17-18
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. West Pierce Fire & Rescue is hosting the 5th annual Youth Academy the weekend of June 17-18, 2023 and will be accepting applications May 1-12, 2023. This two-day program teaches teens interested in a career in the fire service about what it means to be a firefighter. The weekend […]
Help keep invasive species out of our parks
City of Lakewood announcement. We are looking to establish a team of volunteers to lead habitat restoration efforts in the city. This includes removing invasive species like blackberries, scotch broom and other non-native species from our parks. If you are interested in learning more, or helping lead these efforts, please email our Parks, Recreation and […]
Productive Legislative Session Paves Path for Council to Address Major Priorities
Pierce County Council announcement. The 2023 regular session for the State Legislature ended Sunday, April 23, 2023. The Legislature acted on many bills and budgetary items during the session that will benefit Pierce County residents and all of Washington. Many of these actions support priorities in areas of housing affordability, infrastructure, and public safety that […]
Kilmer Leads Effort to Tackle Mental Health Issues Across U.S. Military
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. On April 28, 2023, U.S. Representatives Derek Kilmer (WA-06), Rob Wittman (VA-01), Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), and Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) introduced the Servicemembers Mental Health Improvement Act, legislation to develop and provide recommendations for a comprehensive strategy to tackle mental health issues across the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The bill would establish […]