Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department — You might win a FREE rain barrel or composting container by attending one of these FREE workshops in April and May. Saturday April 27, – Free Edible Gardening and Tree 101, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. A hands-on workshop that includes a seed planting demonstration and information on proper planting and…
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April 15 burglary 33rd Ave. & 88th St. E. caught on camera
By Donn Brunson, Waller Road Neighborhood Watch Monday April 15, 2013 at 5:15 PM in the vicinity of 33rd Avenue East and 88th Street East. Suspects backed a grayish-blue. early 2000’s Ford Explorer (Eddie Bower Edition) in the driveway, went to back door, reached in the doggie door, unlocked the door and went in. The two…
Crafters & Quilters Yard Sale May 18
By Cara Cross, Pierce County Parks Here’s an opportunity to shop for your craft supplies in one spot or if you have a closet full of extra fabric, paper, ribbon, rick rack, thread, patterns, etc., then this is the place for you. Sell some of your extra supplies and handmade items at this special sale….
March unemployment rate breaks three-month holding pattern
OLYMPIA – After three months at 7.5 percent, Washington’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped to an estimated 7.3 percent in March, according to Washington’s Employment Security Department. That’s the lowest unemployment rate since December 2008. At the same time, job numbers are mixed. February’s originally estimated gain of 4,000 jobs was revised upward to 5,500…
Invasive Plant Identification Training May 5 and 6
By Cris Peck, Nisqually Land Trust The Pacific Northwest Invasive Plant Council is hosting a free training for those interested in learning invasive plant species of the Pacific Northwest. Volunteers from the Land Trust have attended this training in the past and have found it very useful. The Training The PNW Invasive Plant Council’s mission is…
Rain Garden Workshop this Weds at Gallucci Learning Garden
PIERCE COUNTY — Time to get your hands dirty in this hands-on workshop. Come for a short talk about the benefits of rain gardens, how to create your own, and the types of plants to use. Then help us install our very own at the Gallucci Learning Garden. Level: Intermediate Where: the Gallucci Learning Garden…
Graham Business Association April 17
The Graham Business Association will meet Wednesday, April 17, 2013. Start your day right with the Graham Business Assn., Sponsored by: Rainier Connect . 7:00 a.m. – Networking and Breakfast At Graham Fire & Rescue at 23014-70th Ave E, Graham (Meridian, R 224th, L 70th Ave, R 4/10’s mile, 1st driveway) 7:15 a.m. – Meeting –…
James Sales Elementary receives High Progress recognition from OSPI
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — James Sales Elementary was just announced as a recipient of the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s (OSPI) 2012 Washington Achievement Awards. Specifically, James Sales Elementary is being recognized as a “High Progress” school. Washington Achievement Award winners are selected using the Washington Accountability Index and criteria in the Elementary…
Motorists should take action so they “Don’t Drip and Drive”
Pierce County motorists can take advantage of free inspections and discounted service in April to identify and fix leaks as part of Puget Sound Starts Here’s “Don’t Drip and Drive” program. Every year, hundreds of tons of oil and other petroleum-related products make their way to lakes, rivers, streams and the Puget Sound. Most of…
Executive McCarthy selects Lowell Porter to lead Emergency Management
Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy has selected Lowell Porter to lead the Department of Emergency Management, saying his 30-plus years of experience in public safety will help ensure the region remains prepared for anything. Porter spent 25 years with the Washington State Patrol, rising from trooper cadet all the way to chief. He also has…
Pierce County Library events and information
PIERCE COUNTY LIBRARY — Celebrate National Volunteer Week April 21-27 Next week, April 21-27, marks National Volunteer Week. Thank you to all volunteers who give their time and talents to Pierce County Library System and the communities we serve. In 2012, a total of 211 adult and teen volunteers gave 5,941 hours of service. We…
Graham Kapowsin Band fundraiser May 3
The Graham Kapowsin High School Band Program Bingo/Auction Fun Night, sponsored by Graham Kapowsin High School Band Parent Association will be Friday, May 3 from 6:30 – 9 p.m. in the GKHS Commons. Admission is $2.00 per person and $5 for a family of 4 ($1.00 each extra family member) . Bingo cards are $1.00 per card/$3.00…
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