Author: Lincoln

Online event and good news for Spanaway, Parkland, Midland to McKenna.

New websites boost Pierce County’s online services

Pierce County launched a major redesign of three websites on Thursday, Nov. 15, that significantly upgrades the public’s ability to stay informed about programs and services. The sites offer new tools and features that improve the user experience, including the ability to sign up for email or text message updates. The sites also were reorganized…

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Frederickson residents get enlightened about air quality

By Josh Magill The Frederickson Clover Creek Community Council monthly meeting on Saturday morning was highlighted by a presentation on air quality in Pierce County.  The presenters were Alexandria Teague from Pierce County Planning & Land Services and Kathy Ross from the Pierce County Health Department. The presenting duo began by informing meeting attendees about…

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Roy PTA Holiday Bazaar Nov. 17

The Roy Elementary PTA is holding its annual Holiday Bazaar Saturday, Nov. 17. The event will be in the gym from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event, open to everyone. You won’t want to miss it! There will be over 30 vendors and lots of great shopping. There will also be…

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Sunday, Nov. 18 walk through Fantasy Lights

On Sunday, November 18, you can walk through Spanaway Park’s 2012 Fantasy Lights exhibit as a sneak preview. This is the only day you can walk through. The walk begins at 5 p.m. and goes to 7 p.m. starting and finishing at the Sprinker Recreation Center parking lot, 14824 S C St in Parkland.  The fee for the…

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Saturday Nov. 17 – 100 year celebration for Brown & Haley

There is perhaps no sweeter local history than that of Brown & Haley. Begun in 1912, they are celebrating their 100th anniversary this weekend at their Fife location, 3500 20th St. E. in Fife. The party begins at 9:30 a.m. and runs through 5 p.m., with most festivities between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The beauty of…

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Nelson Elementary 5K Dec. 1

BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Put on your reindeer cheer and join Nelson Elementary for some jingle bell fun! On Saturday, Dec. 1, the school will hold their third annual Jingle Bell Family Fun Run/Walk. The event includes a 5K, plus a one mile race and a kids dash.  This year’s theme is Reindeer Cheer and…

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READY! for Kindergarten

Bethel District staff will be holding a series of clinics to help families prepare their children for entering school. The program is available this Thursday at Thompson Elementary. Orientation starts at 5:30 p.m. and the classes run from 6-7:30 p.m. If you can’t make this session, additional classes will be offered on Feb. 26 and…

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Spanaway MS to host Sweet Potato Scamper

Spanaway Middle School’s First Annual Sweet Potato Scamper is this Saturday, Nov. 17. The 5k run/walk at SMS will  benefit the SMS ASB and the local food bank.  Cost is $25. Kids 10 and under are free. If you have any questions, contact Jennifer Bonner at jbonner@bethelsd.org or call 253.683.5598.

Position open on Bethel School Board

Applications are now being accepted for a vacancy on the Bethel School Board. This is an appointed position. To be eligible, an individual must reside within director district boundary #1. Applicants must also be citizens of the United States and registered voters. To view director district boundaries, visit Bethel’s  Director Boundaries page. The deadline to apply is…

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Bethel High ASB Fundraiser, Nov. 14 at Applebees

Bethel High School invites you to dine with them at Applebees – TONIGHT- Wednesday, Nov 14. The Dine to Donate will be at the Applebees location next to Walmart, 16518 Meridian East. Fifteen-percent of the profits from the event will go to the Bethel High ASB.