Submitted by Karen Pease, Sunset Bible Church. If you, or someone you know, would like to improve their English and understanding of culture the following opportunities are available. Three are in person in University Place and Lakewood and one is available online. ESL @ The Station (Mondays, 10am-12pm) – Discuss the lesson of the day […]
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Letter: Change Needed in University Place School District
Submitted by Richard Mercier. It’s time to make a change to the University Place School Board. We need someone who is young, vibrant, and intelligent with her eyes on the future. We need a mom with a vested interest in our community and who can understand the unique concerns and challenges facing parents today. Whitney […]
9/11 20th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremonies Scheduled
A press release from West Pierce Fire & Rescue. In honor of the 20th anniversary of September 11, West Pierce Fire & Rescue will hold two public ceremonies in remembrance of the 2,977 victims lost on that date in 2001. Those victims included 343 firefighters, 60 police officers and 55 military personnel. The first ceremony will […]
The University Place City Council Sept. 7 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Sept. 7 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Pierce County Council Will Hold In-District Meeting in the U.P. Council Chambers on Sept. 8
A press release from City of University Place. The Pierce County Council will hold its Evening District No. 4 Council Meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 at 6 p.m. in the University Place City Hall Council Chambers at 3609 Market Place West, third floor. This meeting shall be in addition to the regular 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. […]
U.P. City Council to Offer First Hybrid Council Meeting on Sept. 7
A press release from City of University Place. On Tuesday, Sept. 7, the U.P. City Council will launch a new hybrid format for its regular meetings which will enable people to participate in person or remotely. Councilmembers, staff, presenters and members of the public can attend the meeting in the Council Chambers or stay home […]
Prepare in a Year: September
An announcement from West Pierce Fire & Rescue. West Pierce Fire & Rescue is dedicated to ensuring the community is prepared in the event of a disaster. During major disasters, such as an earthquake, firefighters may be delayed in their response to 9-1-1 calls and the community will need to rely on each other to […]
UP Veterans Memorial Groundbreaking
A news story from City of University Place. Mayor Caroline Belleci was joined on Aug. 19 by U.P. veterans and Col. D. Shane Finison, commander of the 16th Combat Air Brigade at JBLM, for a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Veterans Plaza at Cirque Park. The University Place Veterans Plaza Committee has been working on this […]
Pierce County Library System takes classes and events outdoors
A press release from Pierce County Library System. PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – Learn and have fun at an outdoor class or event at the Pierce County Library System. To give children, teenagers and adults the classes and events they’ve been wanting, the Pierce County Library is offering classes in parking lots, fields and in other outdoor […]