A press release from Pierce County. What happens when someone dies, and no one claims their body? In the case of Pierce County, Wash., the Medical Examiner’s office arranges the cremation of the decedents and provides a respectful ceremony at a final resting place. A public memorial and gathering will be held on Tuesday, Aug. […]
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Need help creating YouTube Videos to grow your business?
An announcement from Tacoma-Pierce Chamber of Commerce. We invite you to join Grow with Google on Aug. 17 (8am via Zoom) for a fun and informative webinar on how to Use YouTube to Grow Your Business. Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drives […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed August 10
A press release from Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. On August 10, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for July 19- August 1 is 287.1. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 7 per 100,000. Today we confirmed 386 COVID-19 cases and […]
Mike Griffus named Pierce Transit’s next CEO
A press release from Pierce Transit. The Pierce Transit Board of Commissioners has named Mike Griffus as Pierce Transit’s next Chief Executive Officer. Griffus has served as Pierce Transit’s Chief Operating Officer since 2016, where he directly managed about 80 percent of the agency’s employees, including its 500 bus operators. As COO, Griffus oversaw and managed daily […]
Off duty deputy responds to overdose
A social media post from Pierce County Sheriff’s Office. On August 6, the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office posted a tweet about an off-duty deputy who responded to an overdose call nearby. A NARCAN nasal spray and chest compressions helped the main regain a pulse.
Harmful algae blooms found in Washington lakes and rivers
A news story from Washington State Department of Health. Washington State Department of Health is advising the public to take precautions while enjoying water recreation this summer. Harmful algae blooms have been found in some Washington lakes and rivers. Algae blooms can vary in appearance, but commonly look like pea soup or are blue-green or turquoise in […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update confirmed August 9
A press release from Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. On August 9, our 14-day case rate per 100,000 for July 16- July 29 is 240.1. The 14-day case rate offers the most reliable look at COVID-19 disease burden on Pierce County. Our hospitalization rate is currently 4.4 per 100,000. Today we confirmed 197 COVID-19 cases and […]
Pierce County to provide vacation leave to employees for vaccinations
The following was sent via email on August 6 to all Pierce County employees. As COVID-19 cases have rapidly increased in recent weeks, it is critical that we make every effort to minimize exposure to the virus – both for your health and to ensure we continue serving our residents. The Delta variant is spreading […]
Do you have an opinion on political advertising disclosure rules?
A press release from the Washington Public Disclosure Commission. The Public Disclosure Commission is kicking off a series of public conversations about how to improve digital political advertising disclosure at its Aug. 26 meeting. The meeting comes as the Commission is taking a look at the rules that govern what providers of political advertising must disclose to […]