Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland press release. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) secured nearly $17 million for nine South Sound community projects and multiple provisions that invest in the environment, and support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the FY23 House appropriations package. “Since day one, I’ve focused on delivering for the people of the South Sound. […]
Pierce County
Colorful events happening in Pierce County Parks this August
Pierce County press release. Pierce County Parks are keeping things fun and colorful this summer! From festivals to a color run, August is jam packed with events in Pierce County Parks. Kite Festival returns to Chambers Creek Regional Park The Pierce County Parks Kite Festival is back and bigger than ever! The two-day event takes […]
Rental Assistance Program Portal Closing Soon
Pierce County social media post. The Pierce County Rental Assistance Program Portal will close on Monday, August 1, 2022. Tenants will have until then to submit new, or make any changes to their existing rental assistance applications. Learn more: http://PierceCountyWa.Gov/HousingHelp.
Help needed for Kite Festival
Pierce County social media post. Help Pierce County Parks at the Kite Festival on August 6/7 at Chambers Bay in University Place. Ages 15+ are invited to volunteer for the event. Details: https://bit.ly/3OS8mXz Select a shift: 𝗔𝗨𝗚 𝟲: https://bit.ly/3AzJSy2, 𝗔𝗨𝗚 𝟳: https://bit.ly/3AzKdRk.
Sound Transit seeks public comment on Transit Development Plan
Sound Transit press release. Sound Transit is seeking public comment on its proposed Transit Development Plan. People can view the plan and leave comment through August 4 at https://www.soundtransit.org/tdp. In accordance with RCW 35.58.2795, Sound Transit is required to prepare a six-year transit development plan and annual report, as well as conduct a public hearing. This […]
In the matrix
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. the popular “Matrix” movies, the main character is named Neo. His name reflects the Greek prefix for “new” since he gets a new identity during the film. At Pierce County we also have a “Neo” that reflects new people but ours is an acronym: NEO. It stands for New […]
Have You Registered Your Neighborhood for National Night Out?
Submitted by M Agency. Join us on August 2nd in celebrating your neighbors and building stronger communities! This is our annual chance to come together as neighbors and friends to celebrate our relationships, our friends, and strengthen the bonds we share as neighbors with law enforcement, fire, and other community partners. Safe Streets’ goal this […]
Local Shelter Partners with Best Friends for National Adoption Weekend
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. In light of the current crisis in animal shelters, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County and Best Friends Animal Society have joined together for an event created to encourage more people to adopt a pet from July 22-24. “We have many adoptable dogs, cats, […]
Sheriff’s Department welcomes new Deputies
Pierce County Sheriff’s Department social media post. Please help us welcome Deputies Heath and Farrell to our team. Both are military veterans (Heath: Marines; Farrell: Army) who are excited to continue serving their community. We are grateful they have chosen to continue down a path of service. Next stop: law enforcement academy.