Submitted by Center for Ethical Leadership. His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu share science-backed wisdom of how to live with joy in troubled times in this 90 minute documentary, Mission: Joy. Register to screen Mission: Joy, anytime for free within the 72-hour window on October 28, 29, and 30. The link will […]
Pierce County
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed October 18
A press release from the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. On Oct. 18, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for Sept. 23-Oct. 6 is 522.7. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 13.6 per 100,000. Today, we confirmed 193 COVID-19 cases and […]
Statewide Flag Lowering in of Gen. Colin Powell
Washington Office of the Governor announcement. Pursuant to the attached Presidential Proclamation, Governor Inslee hereby directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff immediately, in honor and memory of General Colin Powell and his life of service. Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on Friday, […]
The Making a Difference Foundation announces 2021 College Scholarships
Submitted by the Making a Difference Foundation. The Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) of Tacoma, Washington announces its 2021 scholarship awards to a total of fifteen students attending college throughout the nation. Not only did ten winners from 2020 get their scholarships renewed, but five new winners received scholarships for this year. The Making A Difference […]
Nov. 2 General Election At a Glance
The Pierce County Auditor has released an overview of the upcoming Nov. 2 general election.
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month Spotlight
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. Looking for a furry best friend? October marks the official start of Adopt a Shelter Dog Month! The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County has many adoptable dogs waiting for a loving home. One such dog who has been looking for a home for over […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed October 15
A press release from the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. On Oct. 15, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for Sept. 22-Oct. 5 is 536.3. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 12.7 per 100,000. Today, we confirmed 351 COVID-19 cases and […]
Harvest time
A story from Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier. I have always loved Fall – the change in the weather, fall leaves, and visits to Spooner Farms with my granddaughters! Seeing pumpkins reminds me of all the work that farmers put into them before they end up decorating our porches. Planting the seeds in the field, […]
The Hitchen Post: Allocating ARPA monies, 2022-2023 budget planning and reflecting on 10 months
A story from Office of Jani Hitchen, Pierce County Council, District 6. The Pierce County Council allocated its remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds Tuesday to support area schools and youth programs and increase shelter opportunities for area homeless. Included in the allocation was $4 million to help Pierce County schools respond to the COVID-19 […]