Visit Your National Parks for Free

National Parks Foundation — Did you know that during opening weekend of National Park Week, April 18–19, you can visit any of your more than 400 national parks for free? Be sure to mark your calendar for upcoming fee-free days. Fee-Free Days in Your National Parks:   April 18-19: Opening Weekend of National Park Week…

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Health leaders meet to help address dental disease in Washington

Health leaders meet to help address dental disease in Washington  KEY SPEAKERS:   Dr. Bob Crittenden, Senior Health Policy Advisor to Gov. Jay Inslee Beth Truett, President & CEO of Oral Health America Dr. Keith Grellner, President of the Washington State Board of Health WHAT: Oral Health for Washington Symposium WHEN: Tuesday, April 21, 2015, 8:30…

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BIKE SAFETY DAY – May 2

Attention bike riders of all ages! May is Tacoma Bike Month and Spanaway Lutheran Church is celebrating by sponsoring a “Bike Safety Day”. Its time to GET READY for summer bike riding. Everyone is welcome-come join the fun! Saturday May 2nd from 10am-1pm at Spanaway Lutheran Church, 16001 A Street South, Spanaway, WA 98387, 253-531-7000….

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Open houses on updated flood insurance rate maps planned

PIERCE COUNTY — Homeowners and businesses located near coastal areas, rivers and streams can view updated flood insurance rate maps at three open houses in April. These maps are used by property owners and federal, state and local agencies to determine standards for development on properties within flood hazard areas of the county. Insurance companies use…

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Flag lowering, April 15 – 150 years, remembrance of Abe Lincoln

Governor Inslee directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff Wednesday, April 15, in honor of a Day of Remembrance for President Abraham Lincoln. President Lincoln was assassinated on April 14, 1865, and died on April 15, 150 years ago. Flags should remain at half-staff until…

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Milroy Bridge over Puyallup River to close April 15 for inspection

The Milroy Bridge over the Puyallup River at 66th Avenue East and River Road will be closed from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on April 15 to allow crews to perform a detailed structural inspection and general maintenance. Motorists should use an alternative route during the closure. Crews from Pierce County Public Works and Utilities…

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Pierce County CASA Program to host event at LeMay America’s Car Museum

Pierce County’s Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) will gather at the Lemay America’s Car Museum from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 to “Get the Word Out” about the CASA Program and the need for more CASAs. CASAs are trained volunteer advocates who are assigned to walk with a child through their time in foster…

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Pierce County ferry peak season fare rates take effect May 1

Peak season fare rates start May 1 for Pierce County ferry passengers that drive a vehicle or motorcycle onto the ferry. Peak season runs through Sept. 30. Passengers driving vehicles 21 feet in length or less will see their fares increase from the non-peak season rate of $17.80 to the peak season rate of $22.30,…

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The Grand Floral Parade – Daffodil Festival April 11 2015

One of the best times to see the parade is before it starts. Each participant, the floats are ready and each participant is easer to get started. The anticipation is high and so is the energy. Add in drummers warming up with their rhythmic passion and it is ecstatic. Here is a collection of photos…

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Daffodil Parade Saturday April 11

From the Daffodil Festival web page: 82nd Annual Daffodil Parade Saturday, April 11, 2015 Parade Start Times: Tacoma – 10:15 AM Puyallup – 12:45 PM Sumner – 2:30 PM Orting – 5:00 PM The Daffodil Festival Grand Floral Parade is an annual celebration of the community, history, traditions, and growth, of its home of Pierce…

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