Celebrate vibrant cultures, rich histories and remarkable contributions with Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) stories and voices. Visit the Pierce County Library System for classes and events, specially curated booklists and informative displays as the nation celebrates AANHPI Heritage Month in May. Throughout May, various events and activities will take place at library locations […]
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Strickland Reintroduces Bill to Help Servicemembers Access Fertility Care
Today (April 24, 2025), during National Infertility Awareness Week, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), led the reintroduction of the Expanding Access to Fertility Care for Servicemembers and Dependents Act, which would expand TRICARE coverage to make assisted reproductive services, including IVF, available to all active-duty servicemembers (including the Reserve and National Guard) and dependents – regardless of service-connection requirements, sex, […]
Webinar series continues for federal workers to learn about Washington benefits and reemployment
The Employment Security Department, along with state and local partners, continues its webinar series for federal workers who work and live in Washington state. The next webinar is scheduled for April 30 from 10 a.m. to noon. See registration details below. Nearly 60 participants attended the first webinar on March 20. The webinars, part of […]
The Unified Regional Approach and Legislative Update
Office of Jani Hitchen, Pierce County Council, District 6 announcement. On Friday, April 18, elected representatives from Auburn, Fife, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Orting, Puyallup, Tacoma, University Place, and the county met with Uncommon Bridges to adopt the Unified Regional Approach (URA) to Homelessness vision and guiding principles. This project started almost a year ago, and […]
WSDOT seeks comment on Community Engagement Plan update and public outreach work
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Transportation is seeking comments on proposed updates to its Community Engagement Plan. This is a chance to comment on how WSDOT shares plans with and listens to the public. WSDOT created the 2016 Community Engagement Plan to ensure residents’ thoughts and concerns are included in project planning and decision making. Public feedback […]
Arrive Alive
High school graduations are coming up again here in Pierce County. Take a look at how Central Pierce Fire and Rescue, the Puyallup Extrication Team, Puyallup Police, Washington State Patrol and the Pierce County Sheriff team up to bring the Arrive Alive program to our young adults here in Pierce County. We hope to increase […]
Pierce County Medical Examiner seeks family or friends for 300 unclaimed decedents
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 Thursday, May 15 at 11:30 a.m. at Haven […]
Veterans can receive VA claim support at Pierce County events this spring
Pierce County Human Services (PCHS) invites local veterans to attend the upcoming Veteran Service Officer (VSO) Workshop on Tuesday, May 13, from 1–2 p.m. at PCHS, 3602 Pacific Avenue, Suite 200, Tacoma, WA 98418. These monthly workshops are designed to equip veterans with essential knowledge about the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) claim process. […]
Nobles bill to support incarcerated families signed into law
A bill to improve resources for incarcerated individuals and their families was signed into law Tuesday. Senate Bill 5182, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), will expand access to enhance maternal health care services for incarcerated individuals and update language in state policies to reflect greater inclusivity. The bill directs the Department of Corrections to make […]