Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. U.S. Representatives Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Don Bacon (NE-02) today introduced the Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill that would help ensure life insurance packages for servicemembers and veterans account for changes in the economy. “When we ask our servicemembers to put their lives on […]
Pierce County
APCC Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Asia Pacific Cultural Center announcement. As proclaimed by Governor Inslee in May 2016 in Washington State, we celebrate this month to recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) and their history, culture, and achievements on the United States. Proclamations will be presented in honor of the National Asian Pacific Heritage […]
Public input needed for Tourism Destination Strategic Plan
Pierce County announcement. Pierce County is developing a long-term Tourism Destination Strategic Plan and is seeking input from County residents about tourism in the region. The online survey is administered by Pierce County Economic Development in partnership with both Pierce County’s Tourism Promotion Area Hotel Commission and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. Gathering resident input is […]
Kilmer Receives National Award for Support of AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. On Wednesday, April 26, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) received the Distinguished Service Award at the 20th Annual Friends of National Service Awards. “National service matters. As communities have faced unprecedented challenges, national service fosters resilience and builds stronger communities. At a time when we are grappling with too much […]
Vaccine and Wellness Clinic
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. Let’s give our pets their best shot against deadly diseases! The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is supporting pet owners by providing free (provided by Petco Love) and low-cost vaccines, microchips, and parasite preventative during a Vaccine and Wellness Clinic! This clinic is for […]
Found the Fountain of Youth
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. OK, so I didn’t find an actual fountain, like the explorer Ponce De Leon (some researchers believe he never even actually searched for the Fountain of Youth), but I do know one way to help keep me young. Henry Ford once said, “Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at […]
Veterans: Take Note of PACT Act Claims Clinics
Want to know how PACT Act will affect your benefits? Want to file a claim? Join us for our May PACT Act Claims Clinics from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at these locations–no appointment needed.
Read with Daffodil royalty
Pierce County Library System social media post. Hear ye, hear ye! Daffodil royalty will appear at your Pierce County Libraries starting Saturday, April 29 at 11 a.m. Check the calendar to find your chance to share storytime with a Princess. http://mypcls.org/calendar
Healthy Kids Day Promotes Health and Wellness for Children and Families
Submitted by YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties. Tacoma, Wash. – The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is hosting the annual Healthy Kids Day event on Saturday, April 29, from 10am-1pm at each of its family community centers. This event promotes healthy habits, education opportunities, community building, mental health, and physical activity for children and families. Healthy […]