University Place School District announcement. Beginning on Wednesday, September 14, UPSD will start school one hour late each Wednesday to allow time for teachers to learn and collaborate. Late starts will replace early release days. School start times on Wednesdays are as follows: Primary Schools will begin at 9:15 am Intermediate Schools will begin at […]
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Curran Orchard Apple Cider Squeeze is Aug. 28
City of University Place announcement. It’s hard to believe it’s that time of year already, but it is time to squeeze the apples at the Curran Apple Orchard. Come out on Sunday, Aug. 28 from noon to 4 p.m. to get your freshly picked apples squeezed into sweet apple cider. For those who do not […]
West Pierce CARES Donates 100 Helmets to Caring for Kids
West Pierce Fire & Rescue announcement. Over the weekend, West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) personnel attended the Caring for Kids Ready to Learn Fair at Harrison Prep in support of their annual back-to-school event. West Pierce CARES, WPFR’s employee-run non-profit organization, donated 100 helmets and custom-fitted more than 200 children at the event. Caring […]
Work on Veterans Memorial Plaza Continues, Thanks to the 16th CAB
City of University Place announcement. Work continues on the University Place Veterans Memorial Plaza at Cirque Park, thanks to U.P.’s Community Connector Partner, the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade from JBLM. Members were back at the park on Aug. 12 to help raise most of the service branch flag poles and lay more paving stones. The […]
University Place’s Patrick McDonough graduates from Baylor University with honors
More than 3,000 Baylor University graduates – including nearly 90 graduates who completed their degree requirements in 2020 and 2021 – received their degrees during four commencement ceremonies May 13-14 in the Ferrell Center. Locally, University Place’s Patrick Michael McDonough earned a Bachelor of Science in Education, Health Science Studies, Cum Laude, Robbins College of […]
Chambers Bay Makes Lasting Impression on U.S. Women’s Amateur Players
City of University Place announcement. Amid crystal blue skies and stunning views of Puget Sound, Mayor Steve Worthington and City Council Member Caroline Belleci were on hand to serve as official practice round starters for the 2022 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship at Chambers Bay. “We are very proud to have Chambers Bay in our community,” […]
August is ‘Make a Will month’
Submitted by Attorney James F. Christnacht. Many people put off having their Wills done. A Will might be difficult to think about, but it will be one of the most important documents you will make in your lifetime.Everyone age 18 and older should have a Will. If you have a Will, check to see if […]
Final Curran Orchard Summer Concert August 18
Submitted by CORE. We’re back! Join us for great music and fun during the 2022 Curran Apple Orchard Summer Concert Series! All concerts are FREE and take place on the following Thursdays from 6:30pm to 8pm. Bring the whole family, blankets and picnics (Note: No alcohol allowed in City Parks). August 18 Joint Base Lewis […]
Curran Apple Orchard Cider Squeeze, Aug. 28
Submitted by CORE. The Curran Apple Orchard Cider Squeeze is back! Join us at one of UP’s long time traditions on Sunday, August 28, from noon to 4pm at the Curran Apple Orchard Park in University Place! Thanks to CORE (the volunteer group dedicated to the orchard) and the City of University Place for sponsoring […]