Last Thursday, 723 Networking had a special guest, it was Vanessa Parker, the winner of the Panasonic Vieta TV from Bethel’s ABC Day. Vanessa is a Realtor with Crescent Realty and does public relations for the young Vivaci Choral group that meets at Liberty Middle School. Vanessa spoke and noted she was, “Pleased to be…
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Free Medicare 101 course Nov. 14
If you are 65 or older have or are about to start Medicare, you may need more information to make the right choices. If you are frustrated about Medicare Supplements, or simply want to know more you should take this free, no-obligation Medicare 101 class. It is offered by Umpqua Bank at 17510 Meridian East…
PLU’s Winterfest, by special invitation
Winterfest is an event for people in need. The 23rd Annual Parkland Children’s Winterfest will be taking place December 8. Organized by Pacific Lutheran University, this event is sponsored by several local non-profit organizations who provide money, clothing and blankets to be distributed to the lucky children in families who have been selected by local social…
SLHS annual Holiday Craft Fair set for Nov. 3-4
Nov. 3-4 will be busy days on 168th East Street in Spanaway. The annual Spanaway Lake High School Holiday Craft Fair is set for over 180 vendors and thousands of visitors. The parking is always tight and 168th Street maybe tough to commute through if you are local. However, this is one of the best…
Today, October 27 events
Right now you could be at the new Bethel learning Center (21818 38th Ave. E., Spanaway across from the Bethel Middle School) at its first public event, Harvest Fest. From 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. there are lcoal vendors there with their products. The event is free to visitors. This event is to benefit the Graham. The event…
Toxic Algae Advisory for Harts Lake has been lifted
TPCHD — The Toxic Algae Advisory for Harts Lake has been lifted. The toxic algae bloom has decreased in size and no longer presents a public health concern. Toxic algae are capable of producing toxins and, if present in large amounts, can pose a risk to pets and people. Swallowing or prolonged skin contact with…
FUTURESCHOOLS visit, a must for those curious about modern education
In October, Spanaway Middle School, Thompson Elementary and Roy Elementary schools were visited by the Bethel FUTURESCHOOLS team along with district key communicators. The team visits each school in the district bi-annually to observe school reform efforts in action. This also gives the community the opportunity to see the exciting learning opportunities and new technologies within…
Breaking News: Director Morehouse resigns his Bethel school board position
On October 18, Bethel School Board President John Manning received a letter of resignation from Director Ronald Morehouse dated 10/15/2012 resigning from the board of directors for personal reasons, effective October 22, 2012. Mr. Morehouse was elected as a board member in November 2009 and has served for three years representing director district 1. The…
Drive-through registration set for Oct. 29 voter deadline
Monday, Oct. 29 is the last day to register to vote for the Nov. 6 General Election. New voters (not currently registered in Washington state) can register in person at the Pierce County Election Center through Oct. 29, 2012. The Elections Division will be open extended hours this Saturday and Monday for voter registration. Voters…
Candidate responses on campaign financing
In an article a few days ago, the Post provided several links to voters guides from the Secretary of State, the Pierce County Auditor and information on responses from candidates to the Tacoma Pierce County Chamber of Commerce. This is a link to a group called Washington Public Campaigns who is interested in public financing of…
Eagle’s football tops BSD, sports highlights for the week of 10-15-2012
By Josh Magill The Graham-Kapowsin Football squad made a statement in Friday’s league match scoring a 42-7 victory over the Beamer Titans. The road win notched the Eagles their seventh win of the season. With just one loss and tied for second in the South Puget Sound League-South standings, GKHS will attempt to make a move…
JR’s Whistle Stop events Thursday
Two events tomorrow at Jr’s Whistle Stop in Spanaway. The first is early, 7:23 a.m. to be exact. It is the new 723 Networking Group meeting. If you have a business local to Spanaway, you should join in. Today several of the group members joined Terry Belieu on his radio show on KLAY 1180 AM, along…
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