DSHS van in Graham Nov. 1

The DSHS van will be at the Lutheran Church of St. Paul in Graham on Friday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. That’s about the same time the Food Bank is open, too. Spread the word! It says they will help with food, cash and medical paperwork. Life’s hard enough, if we can…

Resource Caravan comes to local churches

Once again, we are bringing essential resources, helpful support, and a strong sense of community straight to you! Whether you’re seeking health services, family assistance, or simply want to engage with your neighbors, this event has something for everyone. Join us for the Parkland Community Resource Caravan on October 31st from 12PM to 4PM at Trinity Lutheran Church!…

Weigh in on ideas for the medical center at PLU

UPDATED locations! Saturday is at Keithly Middle School. A chance to weigh in with your ideas and partner with Multicare and others on October 24 and 26. • October 24, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at PLU’s Anderson University Center Regency Room on the main floor.• October 26, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the…

Fluoridation loses in Federal Court

By Marianne Lincoln I will admit, up front, I am celebrating. I am an individual that will vomit after a glass of fluoridated water. I was given a PET scan after cancer treatment. Some doctor didn’t look at my chart first, and did not tell me there was fluoride in the radioactive tracer injection for…

Sept 25 meet the new Health Dept Director

On September 25, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., the new Tacoma Pierce County Health Department Director, Chantell Harmon Reed, will be at the Parkland Spanaway Library for a meet and greet event. Remember to register to attend. And FYI, the Board of Health meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 3p.m. Here…

Midland Resource Fair June 8, Amara

On June 8, a resources Fair will be open to the local public at the campus of Amara in the Midland/Summit area. The address is 3501 104th Street, Tacoma, WA 98445. Hours are Noon to 6 pm. Community Resources are valuable to many local families. Please come and check out what you may have available…

Local Parkland Resident Transforms Health and Strengthens Family Bonds Through Blue Zones Project

Parkland-Spanaway, WA – [Friday May 24, 2024] – Blue Zones ProjectParkland-Spanaway proudly highlights the inspiring story of Berta Rivera, a localresident whose life has been profoundly transformed through her participation inBlue Zones Project’s free community wellness programs. Meet Berta Berta Rivera, a 40-year Parkland resident and retiree, has always had difficultymanaging her weight and in…

Lindquist Clinic – Dental for children no matter their need

Karen Lewis, Community Outreach and Engagement Manager from Lindquist Dental Clinic for Children recently reached out to the Pierce Prairie Post to make our readers aware of their services for children in need. They are located at 130 131st St S, Tacoma, WA 98444, phone 253-539-7445. Lindquist Dental – local dental care for all children…

March 23 – Free trees at Sprinker

March 23, 2024: Volunteer with Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, Sprinker Recreation Center, 14824 C Street South, Tacoma, WA 98444. Come join us to volunteer with Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway and make a positive impact through the Green Blocks Tree Share! March 29, 2024: Bread Making 101 with Blue Zones Project…

PLU announces education and care district in Parkland

Today, February 6, 2024, Pacific Lutheran University announced a partnership with Washington State University’s Elson S. Floyd College of Medicaine, and MultiCare. They plan to address health care provider shortages in Pierce County and other areas beyond. Here is the announcement: Today marks an exciting day for PLU’s future, and I want you to be among the…

Toxic algae caution advisory lifted for Spanaway Lake

TPCHD — On Feb. 2, 2024, we lifted the toxic algae caution advisory for Spanaway Lake. The water is safe for people and pets. Always use caution when you’re in the water. When you see algae, don’t swim, wade, waterski, or fish. Keep in mind as wind direction changes, the algae could move elsewhere in…

Live to 100 – Movie screening Oct. 13

The Blue Zones Project of Parkland Spanaway is offering a showing of the Netflix docuseries to the public on October 13, 2023 at PLU’s Karen Hille Phillips Center (aka Eastvold Auditorium), 6 p.m. The film is titled, Live to 100, Secrets of the Blue Zones. The film is currently available on Netflix as a series…