Pierce County heads back to Phase 2 on Friday (April 16, 2021) and the county will pause there for at least three weeks, as was announced earlier this week by Gov. Jay Inslee. The earliest the county’s phase can be reevaluated is May 3. You can read the full details of this announcement here. […]
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Pierce County Council approves $4 million to help small business
Three days before Pierce County officially “rolls back” to Phase 2 under the state’s reopening plan, the Pierce County Council unanimously adopted an emergency ordinance approving the use of $4 million from the county’s general fund to support local businesses. “We share the frustration of this setback, but we have the power to change it […]
Register now for the Spring Fling Virtual 5k
The Spring Fling Virtual 5k fun run sponsored by Pierce County Parks begins in May, and people can register now to participate. This is the first of a new five-part 5k fun run series titled RUN the FUN, which includes races throughout the year. Spring Fling is for people of all skill levels, ages and […]
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program opens May 3
Eligible seniors can apply online for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program and receive vouchers to purchase produce from participating farmers markets and farm stores, beginning May 3. Over 2,000 vouchers are available, each valued at $40, and may be used for fresh, nutritious, locally grown and produced fruits, vegetables and honey. Participants must meet the following […]
Former U.S. Attorney Brian Moran to lead independent investigation
Brian Moran, former U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington, is expected to lead the independent investigation requested by the Pierce County Council into the conduct of Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer. Council Chair Derek Young shared the news with members at Council’s April 13 regular meeting, noting after a short negotiation that included […]
New Best Coast BBQ coming to Puyallup and Lakewood
Best Coast Barbeque plans to open in late spring in Pierce County. And here’s the interesting part. If all goes as planned, two outposts will open simultaneously. One in Lakewood and the other in downtown Puyallup. If you think you’ve been reading a lot about barbecue restaurant openings lately, you’re correct. In March, I told […]
Affordable homes and housing at the heart of Dammeier proposal for $175 million in American Rescue Plan Act investments
In anticipation of soon receiving $175 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, Executive Bruce Dammeier submitted his proposed expenditure plan to the Pierce County Council today. The proposal was informed by and reflects input from an advisory group of community leaders, as well as leaders from cities and towns in the county. “We have focused […]
Pierce County Master Gardeners SATURDAY Talk on Day Lilies
Submitted by Pierce County Master Gardeners. Pierce County Master Gardeners will present a Saturday Talk – April 17, 2021, 10-11am via Zoom. Join Master Gardener Tim Koester to learn about the wonderful world of Daylilies. According to Tim – many people consider a Daylily a perfect perennial! Learn where the plant originated, how and when […]
Pierce County Caregiver Conference goes virtual
Thousands of Pierce County residents take care of a friend or family member with a serious health condition. While being a caregiver can be a labor of love, it can also be very stressful. On top of normal stress, the isolation created by COVID-19 has resulted in incredible challenges for care takers and caregivers’ well-being […]