West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. March 8 is International Women’s Day and West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) is incredibly proud of our personnel. Did you know…? WPFR is so proud of the work all employees do. To see more of these fantastic females who serve our community each and every day, visit WPFR’s […]
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Congratulations to Curtis Vikings 4A State Basketball Champs
West Pierce Fire & Rescue social media post. Congratulations to University Place’s own Curtis Vikings on their second straight 4A State basketball title! We are so proud of you! Go Viks!
Firefighters Complete Recent Training Certification
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. Recently, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) held a three-day simulation lab for initial Blue Card certification. Six WPFR firefighters successfully completed the training and will now be certified. Blue Card is the communication model used by firefighters on emergency scenes. Several neighboring agencies also use it, which allows […]
Firefighters Complete Recent Training Certification
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. Recently, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) held a three-day simulation lab for initial Blue Card certification. Six WPFR firefighters successfully completed the training and will now be certified. Blue Card is the communication model used by firefighters on emergency scenes. Several neighboring agencies also use it, which allows […]
Prepare in a Year: March
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. West Pierce Fire & Rescue is dedicated to ensuring the community is prepared in the event of a disaster. During major disasters, such as an earthquake, firefighters may be delayed in their response to 9-1-1 calls and the community will need to rely on each other to assist until […]
The University Place City Council March 6 Meeting Agenda
The University Place City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on March 6 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Curtis High grad makes podium at Big 12 Indoor Track and Field Championship
Submitted by Stephanie James. Saudia James-Heard, a Curtis High School graduate, placed 7th in the Triple Jump at the Big 12 Conference, NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships in Lubbock, Texas on Saturday, Feb. 25. With a jump of 12.79m (41′ 11.5″) Saudia earned the Kansas Jayhawk jumper 7th place, a podium spot, […]
An All-Inclusive Playground for Children of All Abilities at University Place’s Cirque Park
Submitted by the University Place Parks & Recreation Foundation. Vibrantly colored swings, spinners, and other play structures will populate a brand-new inclusive playground in University Place later this year, thanks to a partnership between the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation (CRSF), University Place Parks & Recreation Foundation, the City of University Place, Rotary Club of University […]
Curran Apple Orchard 2023 Winter Events
City of University Place announcement. Learn a new skill and help take care of a unique apple orchard park in University Place at FREE pruning parties sponsored by CORE (Curran Orchard Resource Enthusiasts)! Volunteers are needed to help prune and haul branches to dumpsters…no experience needed! Pruning Parties are scheduled for the following Saturdays from […]