Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. Happy Veterans’ Day Eve! When many of your colleagues have more than 20 years of service to the people of Pierce County, it changes your perspective. Specifically, recruiting, hiring, onboarding and developing employees takes on much greater significance when viewed through a long-term employee perspective. Five years ago, we […]
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Council Chair Releases Proposed 2024-2025 Biennial Budget
TACOMA – On Wednesday, Nov. 1, Pierce County Council Chair Ryan Mello (District 4) went on an early morning walk in the Bethel School District with Pierce County Councilmembers Jani Hitchen (District 6) and Amy Cruver (District 3). The purpose was to see the routes hundreds of kids in the school district take each morning. On […]
Sounder trains available for Seahawks vs. Washington Commanders
Seattle sports fans can save on travel time, parking, and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to this weekend’s Seahawks game. Special Sounder service is in addition to regular Link light rail, ST Express, and King County Metro service to and from Lumen Field. The special service will be available Sunday, Nov.12, for […]
Dogs Found in Tragic Conditions After Owner Discovered Deceased
On Nov. 7, nine dogs were found inside a trash-filled home in Tahuya, Wash., with their owner, who had been deceased for 12 days. The shepherd mix dogs, ranging from 5 to 10 years old, were found remaining close to the deceased owner in the upstairs bedroom, their access extending to a loft balcony. The […]
Pierce County Library System closed Saturday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day
The Pierce County Library System will be closed Saturday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day. During that time, the Library’s online services, as always, will be open at www.mypcls.org, featuring online e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines as well as other services and resources.
2023 CCWC Watershed Issues Forum Preserving the Future: Strategies and Opportunities for Land Conservation
Submitted by Rikki McGee. This FREE forum will explore strategies for land conservation and public benefit, delving into taxation and the public benefit rating system will be held Nov. 15, 2023 at 2:30 pm. Attendees will also gain insights into the administration of conservation futures and the processes involved in transferring property to conservation initiatives. […]
Rep. Leavitt recognized as 2023 Outstanding Service to Veterans Legislator of the Year
Washington State House Democrats announcement. Last month, Rep. Mari Leavitt (D-University Place) was recognized as the 2023 Outstanding Service to Veterans Legislator of the Year by the Governor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) and the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA). In recognition of her unwavering support for veterans and military members and the historic progress achieved by the legislature […]
Mary Bridge Children’s Carts for Kids program inspires friendly community competition
Submitted by Shelby Taylor. Ever wonder what would happen if a refuse company and a children’s hospital joined forces? The answer is Carts for Kids. In 2020, Lakewood resident and Waste Connections (locally known as Murrey’s Disposal and LeMay Pierce County Refuse) National Special Waste Coordinator Jeff Bishop reached out to the Mary Bridge Children’s […]
Showcase to Celebrate Pierce County Business Accelerator Graduates
A celebration of some of the most exciting and diverse businesses in Pierce County is set for Wednesday, Nov. 8 at the Washington State Fair Grounds Expo Hall in Puyallup. 339 small business owners have graduated from the award-winning Pierce County Business Accelerator (PCBA) program. The community is invited to celebrate the accomplishments of the […]