As the executive director of Teens in Tacoma, Moe’Neyah Holland strives to improve her community by highlighting the artistic potential of Tacoma’s teenagers. She attended Curtis High School and now studies art history at the University of Washington in Seattle. Her overarching goal is to change museum curation methods through a focus on Black artists, […]
Lakewood
Lakewood Sewer Main Update: Feb. 1, 2022
Pierce County announcement. Our sewer main repair project on Steilacoom Boulevard in Lakewood is on the home stretch! The contractor working for Pierce County is preparing the road for asphalt pavement and finishing up work for other underground utilities. Meanwhile, crews will be pouring concrete for the sidewalk infrastructure this week. In January, the contractor […]
Hidden Hero: William Key
Born and raised in Charlotte, N.C., Will Key is a first grade teacher at Lake Louise Elementary School. As an educator, He is passionate about being a catalyst for students, stimulating curiosity and inspiring their learning. Will is steadfast in his belief that all students have the capacity to learn and succeed and demonstrates that […]
Lakewood’s 2022 Stormwater Management Program Update
City of Lakewood announcement. The City of Lakewood is updating its Stormwater Management Program that will continue to guide efforts to further improve the water quality of our City’s stormwater discharges. The program is part of the City’s compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit or NPDES, which is a requirement of the […]
Kid Life; Adult Life/Race
On my way home after running an errand to get some potato’s at the local big-box, there was a piece on NPR that grabbed my attention. The Jeep & I took the long way home with the sack of potato’s. It was an interview with a gal that had more melanin than I. She was […]
CPSD Promising Future: Michelle Casas
A Clover Park School District story. Our Promising Futures featured student this week is Clover Park High School senior Michelle Casas. Michelle hasn’t graduated yet but has been fulfilling her college requirements the past two years as a running start and Upward Bound student. Through these programs, she’s explored future career pathways and gotten a […]
Business and government to connect at Greater Pierce County Purchasing Forum
Pierce County announcement. Business owners looking to create or expand a revenue stream by working with government are invited to attend the virtual 2022 Greater Pierce County Purchasing Forum. In partnership with Alliance Northwest, the Forum will be held on Thursday, March 10, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Businesses will learn firsthand how to compete […]
Pierce College recognized for excellence in military education
Pierce College announcement. In recognition of Pierce College’s dedication and service to the military community, the Council of College and Military Educators (CCME) has named the college the recipient of the 2022 Institution Award. The CCME Institution Award is presented to a higher education institution in recognition of its significant contributions to the cause of […]
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic School Open House on Sunday, Jan. 30
Submitted by St. Frances Cabrini Catholic School. St. Frances Cabrini School students in Lakewood will be involved in special events daily beginning Sunday as part of the nationwide Catholic Schools Week celebration. School Principal Mrs. Monica Davis said each day will have a different theme locally while also acknowledging the national theme — “Catholic Schools: […]