Submitted by CORE. Learn how to combat the dreaded apple maggot, codling moth and other harmful insects at a free class taught by Master Gardener and Western Fruit Cascade Society member Bill Horn at the Curran Apple Orchard Park barn on Saturday, May 6, from 9am to 10am. Mr. Horn will also offer advice on […]
University Place
Wanna Cupcake? ribbon cutting
City of University Place announcement. The City of University Place will hold a ribbon cutting at Wanna Cupcake on April 26 (1:30-2:30 pm) at their location at 3826 Bridgeport Way W.
Duck Daze Returns June 3
City of University Place announcement. It’s hard to believe, but Duck Daze will be here before we know it! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 3, 2023 for the return of this beloved U.P. annual tradition. The fun begins at 10 a.m. when the Duck Daze parade starts at the corner of 29th Street and […]
Parks Appreciation Day is This Saturday, April 22
City of University Place announcement. Don’t forget to grab your rakes and shovels and come out on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22 for U.P.’s annual Parks Appreciation Day activities at Paradise Pond Park (67th Avenue West, just north of 35th Street). Volunteers are needed to help spread wood chips on the trails, pick up trash […]
5th Annual Youth Academy, June 17-18
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s Youth Academy is a great way for students ages 14-18 to experience what it’s like to be a firefighter. This two-day academy offers students the opportunity to learn about various disciplines within the fire service, while gaining hands-on experience.
United for University Place to review the coalition at April 19 meeting
Submitted by Chris Saunders. United for University Place, the University Place coalition was reestablished two years ago to meet the needs of University Place. More than a place to just talk, or an action organization, the coalition is a loosely associated organization of businesses, non-profits and individuals who care about this community and want to […]
The Sam Martinez Stop Hazing Act Heads to Governor
Washington State House Democrats announcement. Legislation to prevent hazing has passed the Legislature and is heading to the governor’s desk for signature. House Bill 1002, the Sam Martinez Stop Hazing Act, reclassifies hazing from a simple misdemeanor to a gross misdemeanor. In cases resulting in substantial bodily harm, hazing is elevated to a Class C felony. […]
West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s 2022 Annual Report Now Available
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. West Pierce Fire & Rescue’s 2022 Annual Report is now available online, which encompasses the past year’s (January 1 – December 31) events. The full report can be seen here, but some highlights include: To see the entire report or to read past reports, please visit our Publications page.
Life Saving Award Presented to Local Community Member
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. At a recent Board of Fire Commissioners meeting, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) presented local community member, Tyler Harrington, with a life saving award after his selfless actions during an incident in University Place. On Monday, January 16th, Mr. Harrington witnessed a vehicle collision at 67th Avenue and […]