Submitted by Brown Bear Car Wash. Get ready to bear witness to the cleanest event of the year. Brown Bear Car Wash is offering free car washes on Thursday, August 8 as part of their annual Customer Appreciation Day, fondly known as “Free Car Wash Day.” It’s the biggest single-day free car wash event in […]
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What’s Up With Biz?
The Linton Insurance Agency at 7409 27th St. W. will hold its 4th Annual Back-to-School Supply Drive through Aug. 9. Stop by to contribute donations such as backpacks, pencils, pens, notebooks, glue sticks and rulers. Monetary contributions are also welcome. Please join the Linton Agency in supporting this campaign that helps children in our community.
What To Do When Calling 9-1-1 From A Lake In Lakewood
West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) is ready to respond to emergencies on the water each and every day. One of the common problems encountered when responding to these types of emergencies is trying to get an accurate location and the closest access point to the incident. Dispatchers often receive calls from a cell phone […]
16th CAB Gets New Leadership
On July 12, Mayor Javier Figueroa was a guest at the Change of Command ceremony for U.P.’s Community Connector, the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade at JBLM. Col. Derek Smith passed the brigade colors to the new commander Col. Tyler Cody. Cody previously commanded the 2nd Squadron 6th Cavalry Regiment in the 25th Combat Aviation Brigade. […]
Color it UP Art Contest Brings Vibrancy to University Place
University Place has never looked so colorful! The recent Color it UP Art Contest showcased the incredible talents of our youth, with students from grades 5-12 participating in this vibrant competition. Selected artworks from the 2023 contest adorn utility boxes throughout the City, turning everyday objects into stunning displays of creativity. This initiative not only […]
Local Residents Graduate from Pacific University
Local students graduated in Spring 2024 from the Pacific University in Oregon. Celebrating 175 years of purpose, Pacific University is Washington County, Oregon’s only comprehensive university. With undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in the arts and sciences, business, education, health professions and optometry, Pacific inspires its 3,600 students to think, care, create, and pursue justice […]
“Finding Nemo” Headlines 2024’s Movie in the Park
One of U.P.’s most popular summer events returns to Cirque Park (7250 Cirque Drive W.) on Saturday, Aug. 3 with a free showing of Disney Pixar’s family classic, “Finding Nemo.” The movie will begin at dusk, but the festivities kick off at 7:30 p.m. with lots of fun activities including face painting, bounce houses and […]
Update on Village at Chambers Bay Parking Meters
The activation of parking meters at the Village at Chambers Bay has been delayed. It is anticipated the meters will go live in mid-August. Visit the City’s website and future issues of Headlines for more updates.
UPPD Police Blotter – Jul. 24
The most recent significant public safety activity in University Place can be read here.