Doug Carlson appointed to Franklin Pierce School Board

PARKLAND, WA — At the end of the meeting, following a late executive session, the Franklin Pierce School Board chose Doug Carlson, 47, the Pierce College Health Education Center Operations Manager to fill the vacant seat left by the resignation of Director Reva Palmer. Carlson has a wife and four chidren ages 19, 16, 14…

GBA and Eastside AUSA meet Wednesday

In the early morning Wednesday, at 7am, the Graham Business Association will hold its regular monthly meeting at the Graham Fire Station on 70th Ave. E. This meeting is sponsored by Evergreen Real Estate Services. Representatives J.T. Wilcox and Gary Alexander will discuss the Washington State Budget. At 12 noon, the  South Pierce County Chamber of Commerce would normally…

Expect delays during resurfacing of 52nd St. E near Fife

PIERCE COUNTY, WA — Motorists traveling along 52nd Street East between 66th Avenue East and Pioneer Way East near Fife should expect long delays from 6 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22 to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23 as crews resurface the roadway. The two-lane road will be reduced to one lane with alternating traffic. Flaggers will be…

Free Foreclosure Defense Seminar in Tacoma

Attorney Jonathan Smith is offering a FREE Foreclosure Defense Seminar. You can learn about Mortgage Mediation as well as legal options and solutions for your financial situation. This informative FREE seminar will cover Mortgage Mediation, Foreclosure Defense Solutions, Short Sales, Mortgage Modification and Bankruptcy. They are offering three Free Foreclosure Defense Seminars in August: Tacoma:…

Into the Woods – outdoor theater in Yelm August 23 – 28

The Outdoor Stage at Gordon’s Garden Center from August 23 to the 28 will be the site of the musical, Into the Woods. The shows being at 8:00 p.m. and the cost is $15. Tickets are on sale at Gordon’s Garden Center, Yelm Food Co-op and Willow Spa. Standing Room Only (SRO) is a theater troupe…

Car and motorcycle lovers invited to September 14th event

There’s Still Another Car Show To Go To Show SPANAWAY, WA. – Anyone who enjoys cars – from backyard tinkerers to die-hard enthusiasts – are invited to a special auto show to benefit Bethel 27, Job’s Daughters International. On Saturday, September 14th Bethel 27 will present the seventh annual “There’s Still Another Car Show To…

Lacamas Community Fair August 24 – 25

Roy, WA — The Lacamas Community Center is home to the Lacamas Community Fair on August 24th and 25th. The event includes games for the young and old for which pre-registration is required. Can you pitch horseshoes? Sign up to compete. There are watermelon eating contests for several age groups. Of course, you can bring in…

Information on the new health insurance

USA.gov — Visit USA.gov’s Health Insurance page to learn about the new Health Insurance Marketplace and other types of health coverage. Starting October 1, 2013, you can fill out an application for health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace. You’ll be able to compare your options side-by-side and enroll in a plan that fits your…

Silver Creek Car Show

The Silver Creek Retirement Center was alive with music, classic cars, vendors and a bountiful feast of delicious picnic treats for residents and their visitors today. This was the fourth annual event for the retirement community. There were awards for the car owners that participated and raffle drawings for prizes for the visitors.