A bill to provide prescribed access to outdoor recreation, particularly for youth of color, was heard in the Senate Health & Long Term Care Committee Tuesday. Senate Bill 5095, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), requires the state Department of Health to create an advisory committee for the parks Rx health and wellness pilot programs. […]
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New year, new 10 to Try
The start of the new year brings with it a new 10 to Try Reading Challenge. Read or listen to a book from each of 10 categories, track what you read and be entered to win a gift card! Categories include books about food or cooking, with a one-word title and more.
TAPCO Credit Union Welcomes Seasoned Marketing Leader, Andy Wright, as Vice President
Submitted by TAPCO Credit Union. TAPCO Credit Union proudly announces the appointment of Andy Wright as its new Vice President of Marketing & Impact, joining their innovative, award-winning Marketing team. Bringing over 17 years of strategic marketing experience, Andy has held positions at First Tech Federal Credit Union and Seattle Credit Union. “We are delighted […]
28th LD Update: Wrapping Up the 2nd Week of the 2024 Legislative Session
By Rep. Dan Bronoske. We’re now completing day 13 of 60 of the 2024 Legislative Session. In a short legislative session year (even years), lawmakers meet to update the budget, though usually the adjustments made to the state’s operating, capital and transportation budgets aren’t too significant. We do have key issues to address this year, […]
Bronoske bill to expand access to anaphylaxis meds in schools passed out of committee
A piece of legislation which will expand in-school access to life-saving anaphylaxis medication has passed out of the House Education Committee. Introduced by Rep. Dan Bronoske, D-Lakewood, House Bill 1608 passed out of committee with unanimous support. “School should be a safe place to learn,” said Bronoske. “We already do a good job of eliminating potential allergen exposure. Still, […]
General Enrollment Period For Medicare Part B
Submitted by the Social Security Administration. If you did not apply for Medicare Part B (medical insurance) within three months before or after turning age 65, you have another chance each year during the General Enrollment Period. The period runs from January 1 to March 31 every year. If you don’t enroll in Part B […]
Nobles bill to create more affordable homeownership opportunities heard in committee
A bill to create more affordable homeownership opportunities was heard in the Senate Housing Committee Friday. Senate Bill 6173, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), aims to expand the production of affordable housing by enabling local municipalities to support organizations in creating homeownership opportunities for households earning up to 80% of area median income. It […]
Find resources for 2024 at the library
No matter what you want to do in 2024, your Pierce County Library can help. Find online resources to help you meet financial goals, learn new skills, discover family history, find a new job and much more! All of them are free with your Pierce County Library card.
Local Shelter to Host Hilarious Pet Portrait Fundraiser
Get ready for a paw-some time! The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is hosting its hilarious ‘Poorly Drawn Pets’ fundraiser! Here’s the scoop: For a $30 donation, the shelter’s talented volunteers will turn your pet’s photo into a masterpiece. From charming to downright hilarious, expect art that’ll make you go “aww” or burst […]