Submitted by CORE. Help take care of the Curran Apple Orchard Park… AND earn community service hours! January-May *Hang Tree Adopter signs in designated trees January-late March *PRUNING TEAMS – We will provide tools and train you to prune trees. Raingear, work gloves and boots recommended. Pruning parties are scheduled on the following Saturdays from […]
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Food Drive at Santa at the Station Events
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. At each of West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s Santa at the Station events, a food drive is being held in support of the Emergency Food Network. Thank you to the community for their support in these efforts! A big thank you to these three young ladies, who collected donations […]
U.P. Recognized with National Telecommunications Awards
City of University Place announcement. The City of U.P. earned several honors during the annual National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors conference. Linda Seesz, Communications Manager, Amanda Kleber, Communications Specialist and Dave Kellman, PCTV Video Production Specialist, were recognized for their work in producing three videos that won Awards of Distinction. The winning productions […]
Merry & Bright
City of University Place announcement. A winter chill filled the air and holiday fun was everywhere at the annual lighting of the City’s Christmas Tree in Market Square on Friday, Dec. 2. The evening featured live holiday music, children’s activities, an elf on stilts and lots of holiday treats. But as is always the case, […]
Kent Keel Elected to the National League of Cities Board of Directors
City of University Place announcement. Kent Keel, Councilmember of University Place, WA,was elected to the National League of Cities (NLC) Board of Directors by NLC’s membership at the organization’s 2022 City Summit in Kansas City, MO. Keel was elected to a one-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for NLC’s federal advocacy, governance and membership activities as chair […]
November 2022 Alarm Summary
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. In November, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) responded to 1,559 calls for service, which is an average of 52 calls per day. Approximately 82% of these calls were for medical aid. The post November 2022 Alarm Summary appeared first on West Pierce Fire & Rescue.
Winter & Holiday Safety Tips
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. Between cold weather and the holiday season, winter can be a dangerous time of year in terms of home fires. According to the US Fire Administration, the top three days of the year for fires started by candles are Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Years Day. Consider […]
Dance Theatre Northwest Presents ‘Happy Holidays’ Dance Showcase Dec.16
Submitted by Dance Theatre Northwest. Dance Theatre Northwest will present “Happy Holidays,” a delightful dance showcase incorporating classical ballet, tap, jazz and musical theatre favorites at Our Church on Sunday, December 16, 2022 at 7:00 PM. The performance will include a few excerpts from DTNW’s Nutcracker and will feature guest artist, Richard Philion, and Sophie […]
Orchard Street – Lakewood Drive Corridor Design Virtual Public Meeting December 15
City of Tacoma announcement. The City of Tacoma is holding a virtual public meeting to share proposed concepts for corridor improvements along Orchard Street and Lakewood Drive. This is a major arterial that provides vital mobility to Tacoma, University Place, and Lakewood, between South 56th and South 74th streets. The public meeting will be held […]