U.P. Public Works crews have begun applying crack sealing to residential and main arterials throughout the city. This low-cost maintenance program can extend the life of street pavement and prevent potholes. When the work is complete at the end of September, more than six tons of material will have been applied to 10 miles of […]
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Music on the Square Wraps Up on Aug. 28
It’s hard to believe, but summer is winding down and that means there are just two Music on the Square concerts left in 2024. Tonight, Aug. 21, the Chris Eger Band will bring its high-energy blues, rock and country music to U.P. Be sure to stop at the Jack’s Savory Pies food truck (or another […]
Local Students Named To Pacific University Dean’s List
Local students have been named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon. The Dean’s List recognizes undergraduate students in Pacific’s colleges of Arts & Sciences, Business and Education who earn a grade-point average of at least 3.70 and complete 12 or more graded hours. Celebrating 175 years of purpose, […]
Curran Apple Orchard Community Harvest Day
Submitted by CORE. Enjoy delicious apples at the Curran Apple Orchard Park’s Community Harvest Day on Sunday, August 25, from 10am to 4pm. The public is invited to pick from any UNTAPED trees…these trees are adopted. No ladders allowed. Please bring picking bags and enjoy the day. CORE Volunteers will be on hand to answer […]
UPPD Police Blotter – Aug. 21
The most recent significant public safety activity in University Place can be read here.
CANCELED: U.P. welcomes Deeply Rooted Nature School
Help the City of University Place welcome Deeply Rooted Nature School on September 3 from 8:30-9:30 am for a ribbon cutting at their 4707 Elwood Dr W location. The ribbon cutting will be hosted in the outdoor space to the left in the area with the pavilion. AUGUST 29 UPDATE: The ribbon cutting has been […]
DTNW Where Do They Get The Energy?
Submitted by B. J. Coleman. I arrived 20 minutes early hoping to get a good seat. The audience was already streaming in. Tap dancers and ballerinas were practicing on the stage getting a feel for the space. Music was playing and my first thought squinting in the bright sunlight was “where do they get the […]
The University Place Public Safety Advisory Commission August 15 Meeting Agenda
The University Place Public Safety Advisory Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on August 15 (6-8 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Property Tax Exemption Program Coming in September
Mark your calendars for the Property Tax Exemption Seminar on Wednesday, September 25 from 2-4 p.m. at U.P. City Hall. If you’re a low-income senior or person with disabilities, this event is for you! The Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer’s Office will be on hand to answer your questions and provide valuable info. Stay tuned for more […]