Amtrak press release via City of Lakewood. After intensive system testing, crew qualifications, and safety certification in partnership with Sound Transit and the Washington State Department of Transportation, Amtrak Cascades service will resume on the Point Defiance Bypass on November 18. The inland bypass parallels I-5 between the Tacoma Dome Station, Lakewood, JBLM, DuPont and […]
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Veterans Day
Submitted by Ron Frederick, Mayor, City of DuPont. As a veteran myself, I appreciate the fact that we have a holiday set aside to honor our veterans and their service to this nation. You can read about the history of Veteran’s Day here. It started as Armistice Day at the end of the “War to end […]
Wreaths Across America Returns to the South Sound
Submitted by Tom Riggs. As we move closer to the upcoming holidays everyone will no doubt celebrate a little differently this year now that we have become more accustomed to the restrictions of COVID. But we WILL celebrate! And despite any worries about what may be going on in the political world, the economy, or […]
The DuPont City Council Nov. 9 Meeting Agenda
The DuPont City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Nov. 9 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
DuPont seeks resident to fill Council vacancy
City of DuPont press release. The DuPont City Council is looking for a resident to serve as a City Councilmember position No. 5 due to the resignation of former Councilmember Kendralee Harris on September 15, 2021. This is a highly responsible legislative position with a total budget of more than 22 million dollars. Eligible citizens […]
Taking, DuPont’s Future
Submitted by John Colvin. No, the title is not a grammatical error; and yes, it is a play on words. With the comma in place, taking is a noun. However, removing the comma, taking becomes a verb. Therefore, this little play on words is quite effective as a taking could be in DuPont’s future and […]
The DuPont City Council Oct. 26 Meeting Agenda
The DuPont City Council will hold a Study Session on Oct. 26 (6 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Response to letter “Why not Beth Elliott for DuPont City Council”
Submitted by Beth Elliott. I apologize in advance for this long post, but after consultation with my attorney, I have decided to make a rare personal statement on behalf of myself and my wife, Judy, after a statement by Robbie Courts was publicly shared to two DuPont social media groups by Isabella Lynn Colvin. So […]
Letter: Why not Beth Elliott for DuPont City Council?
Submitted by Robbie Courts. I am NOT voting for Beth Elliott for City Council in DuPont for the following reasons: I think she is toxic to our city. She and her partner Judy Norris have sued the City of DuPont more than once and have repeatedly tied up the staff and City resources making large […]