Low tides will affect Pierce County ferry service May 22-29

Pierce County ferry riders in large vehicles – such as an RV, commercial truck or a vehicle towing a trailer – should plan ahead to avoid low tides from May 22-29. Load restrictions will be in place on some sailings, and the rider may be asked to postpone their trip until a later sailing. Ticket…

Tyler Salsbury captures 48th annual Puget Sound Amateur

PIERCE COUNTY —  Tyler Salsbury, preparing for his sophomore year at the University of Washington, posted a sterling 5-under 139 to win the 48th Annual Puget Sound Amateur by two shots over David Talcott, whose final round 69 wasn’t enough to catch the front-runner. Ninety-nine players battled Pierce County’s two championship courses over two days, May…

Kids, learn to sing and dance with the Music Company

Spanaway, WA — This summer, students who are ages twelve and up may learn to sing and dance with the Spanaway Lake Music Company!  Spanaway Lake High School will host the second annual Vocal Jazz and Show Choir Summer Camp beginning Sunday, June 23, and running through Saturday, June 29. The camp will feature nationally…

Bethany Lutheran to host Memorial Day Service May 27

Spanaway, WA — Bethany Lutheran Church will be hosting a Memorial Day Service in the Cemetery behind the church starting at 10:30 AM on Monday, 27 May 2013.  The public is invited to attend and participate in the service.  Participants in the service include: Flag Detail: Boy Scout Troop 604 (Trenton Honeycutt, Peter McCabe, Austin…

John Sanchez’s body recovered from Spanaway Lake

The 55 year old man, who lost his life vest while inner tubing on Spanaway Lake was spotted yesterday at the end of the lake. Authorities were contacted and his body recovered. The Post was notified by the family’s landlord who also said many kind words about Mr. John Sanchez. Apparently he was a very kind…

Local candidates are now running

Here are the local candidates who filed for election to office this week: City of Roy Mayor Nonpartisan Office 4-year term Karen E. Yates   Council Pos. 1 Nonpartisan Office 4-year short and full term Dean Lloyd   Council Pos. 5 Nonpartisan Office 4-year term Leon E. Garrison   Yelm School Board Director District No. 1…

Franklin Pierce Schools Refinances Bonds, Saves Taxpayer Dollars

TACOMA, WA — Franklin Pierce School District has refinanced its 2005 bonds in order to take advantage of lower interest rates.  The recent refinancing will save the District’s taxpayers a total of over $370,000 during the next four years.  Dr. Frank Hewins, Superintendent, emphasized that these savings flow directly to taxpayers through reduced tax levies…

Pierce County Library System wins regional award

TACOMA, WA – Pierce County Library System (Library System) will receive a regional community leadership award from Region 111 of the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) on Friday, May 17. WASA’s Region 111 membership is comprised of all Pierce County public school districts. The Association is recognizing Pierce County Library for its partnership efforts…

Frederickson Community meeting Saturday May 18

Greetings, This Saturday, May 18th, is our next regular meeting for FCCCC. We have invited Tom Seigel, Superintendent of Bethel School District to speak to us about the proposed Aquatic Center and Sports Complex envisioned for the district. I have listed other meetings and events below. May 18 – FCCCC Monthly Meeting – Christ Community…

Bethel Superintendent honors many at Tuesday meeting

Superintendent Tom Seigel took the time to honor many employees and a few community members who have been instrumental in helping the district with special projects. Among those mentioned and honored were the Bethel History Day team who took the state honors recently and Kiara Crandall, a freshman, who placed first at Project Unity (a joint high school talent…

Doubleback Band in Roy May 17 and Spanaway June 23

Hi Folks, After a bit of time off we’re back on the road this coming weekend! We have a few more songs to add to the list including a few more that the night club two dancers will like. May is a busy month for us and we can’t wait to see all y’all!! Friday…