Originally posted on 253 Watch:
SPANAWAY, WA — Update on the demolition of the previous version of Spanaway Elementary School. The district planned the school’s sport fields on this end of the lot, but delayed the process when Franklin Pierce needed to rent the space for a couple years for their Early Childhood Learning Program. That…
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Parkland’s National Night Out
Originally posted on 253 Watch:
PARKLAND, WA — Every year on National Night out, you will find the neighborhood on A Street enjoying a great get-together. Clowns, a DJ, dancing and great food were all part of this party. Kudo’s to the host family on 117th, you are awesome! We need to get a little more motivated…
Dry weather prompts county-wide burn ban
PIERCE COUNTY, WA — Pierce County Fire Marshal Warner Webb has announced a county-wide outdoor burn ban, effective 8 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 18, until further notice. Dry weather and forecasts calling for continued dry heat prompted the limited ban, issued jointly with the Pierce County Fire Chiefs’ Association and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR)….
Narrows bridge work closing lanes starting Aug 26
Originally posted on 253 Watch:
WSDOT — Drivers who use the State Route 16 Tacoma Narrows Bridge are encouraged to plan ahead for weekend and night delays in late August and early September. During the weekends of Aug. 26 – 29 and Sept. 9 – 12, contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation…
Aug 20 – Garfield St Fair in Parkland
Originally posted on 253 Watch:
PARKLAND, WA — August 20, 2016 is the Garfield Street Fair. This event brings crafters, musicians, vendors, classic cars and other exciting events to the Parkland-Garfield Street-PLU area. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., come out and savor the flavor of local Parkland, WA.
Please weigh in on fireworks restrictions!
PIERCE COUNTY — Pierce County Councilmember Connie Ladenburg is encouraging the public to speak at the County Council on a proposed ordinance that restricts fireworks in Pierce County. County Ordinance 2016-39 would amend Pierce County Code limiting the sale and discharge of fireworks to July 1- 4. The opportunity to speak to the Public Safety,…
JBLM Day & Night Mortar Training
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – Various infantry and artillery units, and an element of U.S. Special Operations Command on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, will conduct day and night artillery and mortar training here over the next three weeks using M777 155mm Howitzers, as well as 60mm, 81mm and 120mm mortars. At this time, no artillery or…
Pierce County Fair opens with a dedication
Originally posted on 253 Watch:
GRAHAM, WA — The Pierce County Fair in Graham opened this year on August 11th with the dedication of a magnificent engraved marble bench in honor of long time Fair Manager Betty Backstrom. Betty passed away this past January and her presence is missed by many. Her memorial filled the arts…
Older Spanaway Elementary buildings being demolished
Originally posted on 253 Watch:
SPANAWAY, WA — When the newest Spanaway Elementary building was built on Park Avenue, there was a plan in place to demolish the Pacific Avenue building and put the sports fields for the school in its place. That plan was delayed due to a need that arose in the Franklin Pierce…
Freddie Fest, Cars, Chili and fun!
Originally posted on 253 Watch:
FREDERICKSON, WA — Saturday, August 13, 2016 was the Annual Freddie Fest in Frederickson. That’s East of Spanaway and West of South Hill, doing a big job of making a community. The business group 723 Networking apparent ran away with two awards for the best chili. The Kiwanis group got the…
SEPA – Lake Kapowsin, meeting Aug 25
SEPA LEAD AGENCY & DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE This is to advise you that pursuant to WAC 197-11-900 (922 through 948), the Department of Natural Resources has determined that it is Lead Agency for the following: The Department of Natural Resources proposes to adopt the Lake Kapowsin Aquatic Reserve Management Plan. The plan provides management guidance…
Aug 27 – 5/10 K walk in Eatonville
The Daffodil Valley Volkssport Association is hosting a 5k and 10k walk on Saturday, August 27th. The walk begins at the Eatonville Eagles Hall, 100 Weyerhauser Road. Eatonville. Walkers can start at 8am to 1pm and must be finished by 4pm. This is an out-and-back walk on the new Bud Blanchard Trail and along an access road when…
Pierce Prairie Post 