Become an Election Observer for your party. An observer is certified to watch the ballot counting process at the Pierce County Election Center. You have to say which party you are observing for, Democratic or Republican, and correspond with the coordinator for which shifts you will cover. Election Observer training will be held on Tuesday…
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In the HEART of Bethel – Market opens May 11
In the very center of the Bethel School District, in an area that historically was called Elk Plain, the community of the school district has now opened a Saturday Market. Starting with three Saturdays this year, May 11, August 10 and November 9, the market hopes to someday grow up to be as significant as the…
23rd Annual Tour de Pierce Bike Ride, June 30
Don’t miss this year’s Tour de Pierce with a new rest stop and special refreshments. This year’s June 30 date will include 30 and 50 mile marked routes. The 12 mile route is designed for families or for those new to biking. All routes include maps and cue sheets, a rest stop with refreshments, and…
Hershey Track and Field Meet, June 12
Pierce County Parks & Recreation — Pierce County Parks & Recreation is inviting boys and girls ages 9 to 14 (as of Dec 31, 2012) to compete for FREE in the Hershey Track and Field Meet on Wednesday, June 12, beginning at 5:30pm. Registration begins at 4:30pm. The meet is held at Sparks Stadium, 621…
Home Safe on Cinco de Mayo
Police made over 198 DUI arrests in King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties last weekend over the Cinco de Mayo holiday. Nearly eighty percent of the arrests were made in King and Pierce Counties. Over 50 officers, deputies and troopers participated in the special emphasis patrol on Saturday, May 4 organized by county-based DUI and traffic…
Highlights from the Summit Waller Community Association 20th Anniversary meeting
On Tuesday, May 7 the Summit Waller community showed up in force to hear speaker talk about issues dear to their community. The Mid-County community Center was loaded with chairs os which most were full. Attendees heard from the Puyallup and Franklin Pierce School District, the County Council, the Pierce Prairie Post.com, neighborhood watch, Waller Road…
Emergency Management wins top award for school safety program
PIERCE COUNTY — Pierce County Emergency Management’s school emergency preparedness program was just awarded the Exemplary National School Safety Program Award for innovative training in local schools. The ‘Pierce County All Hazards Emergency Preparedness Training Program for Schools’ was chosen for its all hazard emergency preparedness approach to school safety. This prestigious award will be…
Deadline looms to register for Puget Sound Amateur golf championship
Local golfers are preparing to test their skills against the top amateurs in the region at the 48th annual Puget Sound Amateur, to be held May 18-19 at Lake Spanaway Golf Course and Chambers Bay. Players will compete in a 36-hole stroke play format for up to $9,000 in prizes and the title of 2013…
Candidate filing begins Monday, May 13
Candidate filing begins Monday, May 13 with the Pierce County Auditor’s Office. Offices open for election this year include: • 26th Legislative District Senator – Files with the Office of the Secretary of State • Port of Tacoma Commissioners • City and Town Council Members • School District Directors • Fire District Commissioners • Park…
Puget Sound Starts Here prizes all month long
TACOMA — Win a prize during May to help celebrate Puget Sound. If you live or work in Tacoma, winning is as easy as 1,2,3. 1) Take the Puget Sound quiz and find out which watershed you live in – go to http://www.cityoftacoma.org/winPSSHprizes to take the quiz. 2) Print out your winning ticket and pick up your…
Auditor seeks appointment of “Against” committee members for voter guide
The Elections Division is seek individuals interested in writing an “Against” statement for the August 6, 2013 Primary Election local voters’ pamphlet in the following District: • Pierce County Fire Protection District No. 3 (West Pierce Fire and Rescue) – Property Tax Levy The District failed to appoint committee members to prepare an “Against” statement for…
Free Consumer Action Handbook
USA.gov — The Consumer Action Handbook is your go-to guide for practical information to help you plan a purchase, know your consumer rights, and file a consumer complaint. The Handbook features new content in areas that matter to you, such as banking, housing, and protecting your privacy, as well as tips to alert you of…
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