Have a Friday night of family fun on July 24th at the Meridian Habitat Park, 14422 Meridian E in South Hill. Start the night off at 7:00pm with a concert by Recess Monkey – a trio of Kidie Rock School Teachers. Following the concert the movie Annie will begin at dusk. You get two for the…
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STP bicycle event brushed the edge of town July 10
The Seattle to Portland (STP) bicycle event took place Saturday. As every year around 10 am, I manage to meet hundreds of bicycles finding their way through Spanaway. This year, that was at Military Road and Pacific Avenue. Mind you, I do like the event. I actually have several family members that have participated over the…
Inaugural Nature Walk on New Bud Blancher Trail
The Nisqually Land Trust is hosting its first-ever Bud Blancher Trail Nature Walk, along the Mashel River near Eatonville, on Saturday, August 8th, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm. The easy, approximately five-mile walk is part of the Land Trust’s free Summer Nature Walk series. Executive Director Joe Kane will guide the group on the trail, which…
Franklin Pierce Schools received $2 million from capital budget for Early Learning Center
Tacoma, WASHINGTON (06 July 2015) Franklin Pierce School District received a $2 million allocation for the new Franklin Pierce Early Learning Center in the capital budget approved by the Washington State Legislature and signed by Governor Inslee on Tuesday, June 30. Franklin Pierce School District has begun renovation of the former Parkland United Methodist Church…
Raspberry Festival at PLU July 8
PLU — The Scandinavian Cultural Center will be open from 11am to 3pm tomorrow, so come by before, after, or during the Berry Festival. What a great way to enjoy summer – free dessert, free music, and a free exhibition about Norway in the 1890s! Sweet, Sweet Summertime! Enjoy fresh berries, delicious desserts and live…
Graham Fire & Rescue Opens Final Station
GRAHAM, WA – Fire Chief Ryan Baskett announced today the Board of Fire Commissioners approved the increase of daily firefighter and firefighter/paramedic staffing to 13. The additional members will allow the Department to have emergency crews in all five of their 24-hour-capable stations, including Station 6 located in the Thrift response area. Graham Fire &…
Sounds of music fill the air at Meridian Habitat Park
Pierce County recreation will host free live music concerts at Meridian Habitat Park in Puyallup on Friday nights in July. The concert series will feature a variety of musical styles that appeal to music lovers of all ages and tastes. Spectators are advised to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions will be provided by Murph’s BBQ….
Fires break out in Frederickson July 4
This 4th of July there was sun and record-breaking temperatures. That combination turned frustrating for local firefighters. The Central Pierce water truck had no sooner finished dousing a grass fire at the Kalapus Chiropractic clinic, than another fire began on 200th near the IKEA warehouse. Thanks to Shady Acres pilot Judy Scott, the PPP got this…
Lacamas Creek Bridge to close July 13 for replacement
The Lacamas Creek Bridge, located along 288th Street South just east of 48th Avenue South, will close July 13 while it is replaced. The bridge is expected to open in mid-October. A 7.5 mile detour will take motorists along 40th Avenue South, Tisch Road South, and 72nd Avenue South. A detour route is available here. The…
4th of July Parades at noon, in Roy & Eatonville
Bother the Cities of Roy and Eatonville will have their best red, white and blue trappings tomorrow for the 4th of July. Parades begin at noon. These both are fun, down home local parties. There is a potluck in the Roy City Park after their event. Enjoy the day, the weather will be sunny, warm…
Stay safe and legal this 4th of July
The Pierce County Fire Marshal and Department of Emergency Management wants to wish everyone a happy and safe 4th of July. The best way to safely enjoy the 4th is to watch a public fireworks display conducted by professionals. However, if you decide to purchase fireworks when they go on sale June 28, and use…
Project to restore salmon habitat on Fennel Creek begins July 1
A project to restore salmon habitat on Fennel Creek where it joins the Puyallup River will begin July 1 and continue through the end of August. Truck traffic along McCutcheon Road between 96th Street East and 128th Street East may increase during the work. Crews will build a new, meandering stream channel for Fennel Creek. The…
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