Submitted by John Ullis. We’re back! The 3rd annual Anderson Island Film Festival (AIFF) will be on Saturday, September 17 & Sunday, September 18, at the Anderson Island Historical Archival Building. Tickets are $7 for one film or $30 for five movies, which can be at the door.
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Local Students Earn Dean’s List Recognition from George Fox University
Local students were among those who earned dean’s list recognition at George Fox University for the spring 2022 semester. Traditional undergraduate students must earn a 3.5 grade point average or above on 12 or more hours of graded work to earn a spot on the dean’s list. Anderson Island Amelia Barrett, senior, nursing Lakewood Luke […]
Anderson Island Elementary adds greenhouse for STEM education
A social media post from Steilacoom Historical School District. Congratulations to Anderson Island Elementary. Cool looking greenhouse.
Heavy equipment on Steilacoom-Anderson Island ferry runs
A social media post from Pierce County. Anderson Island ferry riders will share some rides with heavy equipment Oct. 6-7.
Reps. Leavitt and Bronoske coffee and conversation tour moved to virtual format
A press release from Washington State House Democrats. 28th Legislative District State Reps. Mari Leavitt and Dan Bronoske are hosting a series of informal coffee and conversation events throughout the 28th Legislative District. Due to rising COVID-19 cases, the remainder of these events will be held online in order to help keep our community healthy and safe. Please visit the […]
Summer 2021 ferry survey results
A press release from Office of Jani Hitchen, Pierce County Council, District 6. Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the ferry survey that my office sent out this summer. I read through every response and value the input received. As promised, the survey data is available for the public to see how […]
Anderson Island’s “Ol’ Swimming Hole” Opening for the Season with Restrictions
Submitted by Anderson Island Park & Recreation District. Anderson Island, WA – Anderson Island Park & Recreation District (AIPRD) will open its lakeside swimming spot as usual for Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 29. However, this year things will look a little different. Featured in many recreation articles, Lowell Johnson Park, or “The Ol’ […]
U.S. Secretary of Education Names Anderson Island Elementary a 2021 Green Ribbon School
The U.S. Department of Education announced On April 22 that Anderson Island Elementary School on Anderson Island, Washington is among the 2021 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools award honorees. Anderson Island Elementary School was nominated by the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. As part of the selection process, schools are […]
Flag Retirement Ceremony July 8
American Legion Post 138 will perform a Flag Retirement Ceremony at Bridgeport Place on July 8. If you have a tattered old flag, bring it for proper disposal in this solemn ceremony. The public is invited. On that same day, join us for the Stars in Your Eyes BBQ luncheon honoring “First Responders” from West Pierce Fire […]