SPANAWAY, WA — You are pulling out of the Fred Meyer shopping center at Bethel Station and fastening your seatbelt. You suddenly see flashing red and blue lights out of the corner of your eye. Yes, they are for you. It’s not going to be a warning. That deputy is going to write you a ticket….
Category: crime
SR507 reopend at East Gate around 9pm
ROY, WA — The Twitter feed from WSP Trooper Guy Gil noted that SR507 was reopened around 9 p.m. this evening following the tragic one car accident that killed the driver and critically injured the passenger. The black Corvette was travelling at a high rate of speed, hit a tree when the driver lost control. The car…
Bethel door buzzers added for security
SPANAWAY, WA — The Bethel School District is adding some enhanced school security this Fall. After the incident in Connecticut, the district board of directors discussed many possibilities to tighten security and access to the school buildings. At their July 23 meeting, the school board unanimously adopted policy 6609, which allows for new security access…
Benefit Car Wash Sept. 1 to help find Chris Virdell
On September 1 at Kelly’s Kafé in Spanaway at 163rd & Pacific Ave., volunteers will be out washing cars to raise money. The funds are used to print flyers and other expenses associated with raising awareness of Chris’ case. The Virdell family is trying to reach out int he community to find people who may have seen him…
Vickery Ave. Burglary – Aug. 11
From Waller Road Neighborhood Watch: Vickery Ave. Burglary Sunday, August 11th, 2013 sometime after midnight in the 10100 block of Vickery Avenue East, suspect (s) kicked in the back door of the detached garage and storage building. Taking a rototiller, presser washer, new airless spray gun, still in the box and numerous other power tools. …
National Night Out – a fun time for good neighbors
One the evening of August 6, the post travelled out an about the Parkland and Spanaway areas, taking photos and visiting with neighbors, politicians and various representatives of the Sheriff’s department, including Sheriff Paul Pastor himself. On A Street and 117th in parkland, Safe Streets had a very large, well attended event. Representative Dawn Morrell…
Recent Waller Road burglaries
Two recent Waller Road burglaries to report. July 31, 6:00 AM. 40th block of 102nd St. E., the owner of a car opened the door to find a white male holding a gun. He stole heavy items so he probably used a car or truck. On August 6, early in the morning, also on 40th block of 102nd St. E….
Aug 6, National Night Out events
Over 100 groups are registered to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6th. They include block parties, barbeques, picnics, cook outs and safety fairs. Here are the eight registered in south Pierce County: Midland Community Association @ 90th St E & Portland Ave, Midland WA, from noon to dusk. 117th & A Street Group @…
Aug 2 Waller Road Neighborhood Watch Meeting
Friday, August 2nd, 2013 at 7 pm will be our regular meeting at Mid County Community Center, 10205 44th Avenue East. We will begin our meeting with an update on the criminal activity in our community. Then we will discuss ways you can prevent becoming a victim of these kinds of crimes. We would also like…
Aug 6 is National Night Out
Staying safe means knowing your neighbors. National Night Out is only a little over a week away. Are you planning an event in your neighborhood? In Pierce County, Safe Streets is a proud co-sponsor of the 30th Anniversary annual National Night Out Against Crime. Tuesday, August 6, 2013, you and your neighbors can join other…
Pioneer Valley housefire – one deceased
After dousing the housefire at 19312 89th Ave E., Graham, WA, the firefighters found one body. The identity of the deceased will not be announced until Thursday as the arson and homicide teams are investigating. It is in the Winterwood Park development. The Fire Marshall, Sheriff’s Deputies and Graham Fire are still at the location trying to…
Graham Town Hall Meeting, July 24
There will be a Graham Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, July 24, 2013, at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Graham Fire & Rescue Station on 70th Avenue in Graham. Hot Issues to be discussed are •·Criminal Activity •·Visitor Center •·Leadership for the organization The meeting will be hosted by the Graham Citizens…
Waller Road area burglaries July 17
[Editor Note: If you wish to report burglaries in your neighborhood, the Post will help warn others about the suspects. On the top of the page we have a contact link.] TWO BURGLARIES – Today July 17, 2013, both mid-day. 1 om the 4000 block of 86th Street East, where they kicked in the front…
Verizon Foundation awards grant for Family Justice Center services
PIERCE COUNTY, WA — The Verizon Foundation has awarded $6,433 to the Family Justice Center Foundation Fund with the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation to fund mental health counseling and support groups for clients of the Crystal Judson Family Justice Center. The Verizon Foundation invests in organizations that provide education, prevention, care and empowerment resources for victims…
Pierce County Council blocks pot industry until rules are ready
PIERCE COUNTY, WA — The Pierce County Council unanimously voted Tuesday, July 2, to delay the start of the marijuana market until state licensing rules are set and the county adopts permanent zoning regulations. Last fall, Washington state voters approved Initiative 502, which creates a framework for the licensing the production and sale of recreational…
Parents arrested for hosting teen grad drinking party
PIERCE COUNTY, WA — Acting on a tip last weekend, police went to an East Pierce County home early Sunday and arrested a couple for allowing their residence to be used for an after-graduation underage drinking party for their daughter. Upon obtaining a search warrant to search the property, officers found a keg in the…
Crystal Judson Family Justice Center awarded Avon Foundation for Women grant
The Avon Foundation for Women has awarded a $65,000 one-year grant to the Crystal Judson Family Justice Center in support of its Avon Domestic Violence Survivor Empowerment Program, which provides annual funding for 20 full-time coordinator positions in domestic violence agencies across the United States. The 2013 Avon Domestic Violence Survivor Empowerment Program is part…
Gathering June 9 for missing teen – Chris Virdell
Sunday night from 6-8pm there will be a gathering in honor of Chris Virdell. He will have been missing for 16 months on day. You are welcomed to join the family as they spread awareness at Bethel Station by Burger King on Mtn. Hwy and 224th St.,in Spanaway. Come out and show your Love and…
Anti Bullying Walk at Cougar Mountain Middle School
The kids turned out in force in purple shirts carrying balloons inscribed with the names of other children who had committed suicide after being bullied. They were all excited to participate and be a beacon of encouragement to other kids living under the stress of a bully or bullies. Here are a few photos. Q13 Fox…
Anti-Bullying Walk June 8th
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Cougar Mountain Middle School, Graham, WA is having the first Anti-Bullying walk to promote awareness in our state, community and schools about the effects of bullying. Everything at this event is free through the hard work of the students and their fundraising and donations from Boeing and Pepsi. There will be free…