We are pleased to announce that 12 Charles Wright Academy students have been selected to participate with prestigious ensembles in the Northwest. Seven students were chosen to perform in the Northwest American Choral Directors Association Honor Choirs at the January regional conference. Allison C. ’25, Kaela C. ’24 and Hazel P. ’25 were selected to […]
University Place
Comprehensive Plan Updates: Planning for Growth
How would you like to see University Place evolve in the coming years? A city’s Comprehensive Plan is the blueprint for a community’s growth and changes. The City of UP is in the midst of updating its Comprehensive Plan, which will address specific topics such as housing, transportation, utilities, open space, and several others. Comprehensive […]
How to Keep Children Safe from Sexual Predators
On Nov. 9, a group of concerned citizens joined U.P. Police Chief Pat Burke and Pierce County Detective Sergeant Lynelle Anderson for a “Conversation with the Chief” about the dangers to children from sexual predators. Det. Sgt. Anderson shared alarming statistics that debunk the misconception that sexual abuse is often the result of “stranger danger,” […]
Charles Wright Academy Announces Competitive Scholarship Essay Contest
Tacoma, Wash. — Students across South Puget Sound entering ninth grade have a new opportunity to attend Charles Wright Academy (CWA) through a competitive scholarship essay contest. Multiple students who apply to the ninth grade for entry in Fall of 2024 will be selected to receive scholarships and financial aid awards ranging from $1000 to […]
Light UP your Holidays
Mark your calendars today for Friday, Dec. 1 when the City of University Place will celebrate the lighting of the Christmas Tree in Market Square with food, music, children’s activities and much, much more. The fun will begin at 5 p.m. with holiday music by the Stacy Jones Band who will welcome Santa to U.P. […]
Scholarship Opportunity for U.P. High School Seniors
The Association of Washington Cities Center for Quality Communities (CQC) provides scholarships to high school seniors who are active in leadership in their city government, community, or school and plan to pursue post-secondary education. Applications must be received by noon on Wednesday, Dec. 27 to meet the date for the City to also include consideration into the […]
A Day to Honor Our Veterans
No amount of wind or rain could dampen the spirits of those who gathered at the Veterans Plaza last Saturday, November 11 at Cirque Park to honor our veterans. The University Place Pack 148 led the pledge of allegiance, followed by a soulful national anthem performed by Sergeant Tricia Scheer, 133rd Washington National Guard. The […]
Santa is coming to West Pierce Fire & Rescue
Don’t miss the Santa at the Station events in Lakewood and University Place. December 12th from 5:30 – 7pmStation 21 — 5000 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood December 14th from 5:30 – 7pmStation 31 — 3631 Drexler Drive W, University Place The apparatus bays will be transformed into Santa’s workshop, where parents can take their child’s […]
A Clean Sweep
Perhaps you’ve seen U.P.’s Public Works crews out in the street sweeper as they work to keep streets clean and free of leaves and debris that can obstruct storm drains. If necessary, to keep rainwater from ponding on streets, residents are also asked to clear the storm drains in front of their properties in case […]