PIERCE COUNTY, WA — As the election gets down to the wire, local committees have ramped up Get Out The Vote campaigns. As a result, voters want answers from the Pierce County Auditor’s Office about how their personal information is made public. Campaign volunteers make phone calls and knock on doors, encouraging voters to return…
Registration recommended for Pierce County Parks’ upcoming Bingo Night
Mark your calendars for Family Bingo Night at the Meridian Habitat Community Center on Friday, Nov. 7. The annual event, hosted by Pierce County Parks and Recreation Services, begins at 6:30 p.m. and lasts until 9 (doors open at 6). Registration is recommended before Nov. 5, but participants can sign up through the beginning of…
Tickets for PLU’s Christmas Concerts go on sale Nov. 3rd
Pacific Lutheran University’s inspirational Christmas Concerts return for 2014 with performances in Seattle’s Benaroya Hall, Portland’s Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall and on the PLU Campus in Lagerquist Concert Hall. The program, in the great tradition of Lutheran choral music, features the renowned Choir of the West, University Chorale and members of the University Symphony Orchestra performing hymns, carols…
Fall back – it’s one a.m. twice today
Don’t forget, unless you are in Arizona, you have to set your clock backward one hour tonight. If you don’t, you will be the early bird tomorrow.
A Memorial for Chris Virdell
ELK PLAIN, WA — Over two years ago, Chris Virdell disappeared. Eight months ago, his remains were found. One month ago, the identity of his remains were disclosed. The Virdell family had the shock, horror and sadness to relive. The case is far from solved. The family is still not in possession of his remains. What they…
Spanaway Lake Holdiay Craft Fair Sunday
Sunday is your last chance to take in the sights, sounds and fascinating selection of gifts and crafts at the Holiday Craft Fair. The hours will be 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. if your remembered to set your clock back last night. Here is a sampling of the things you’ll see.
Happy trails Mrs. Niehl
The Bethel High School Theater was the place of the Memorial for former Bethel District employee, Edith Niehl on Saturday. Obituary: Mrs. Edith Lucile Christensen Niehl (11/7/1924-10/15/2014) was born Woonsocket, South Dakota and grew up on the family farm in Forestburg with her ten brothers and sisters. She moved to Seattle in her early 20’s and met…
K-9 Bullet Proof Vests – Fundraiser
The Tacoma Lariettes are holding a Spaghetti Feed to raise money to purchase Bullet Proof Vests for the Pierce County Sheriff Department K-9 units. Please come help support an amazing cause! Adults $10 Children (4-10) $5 3 + under – FREE Saturday, November 8 at 5:00pm – 8:00 p.m. Immanuel Celebration Church 9244 Pacific Ave,…
SLHS Holiday Craft Fair – Nov. 1-2
SPANAWAY, WA — It’s time for the biggest holiday event in Spanaway! Spanaway Lake High School’s 33rd Annual Holiday Craft Fair will be this weekend, Nov. 1-2. Cost is $3 for those 6 years and older. There will be over 180 artists and crafters from the Pacific Northwest on hand to bring you unique gifts, crafts,…
Rock the Ridge concert starring Jason Kertson & Emily Randolph
Rocky Ridge Elementary staff and students invite the community to join them for a special concert featuring stars of ‘The Voice’ Jason Kertson & Emily Randolph. The focus of the concert is to ‘Rock the Ridge’ and get more votes for Elissa Dornan – one of 15 national finalists in the Farmers Insurance Dream Big Teacher Challenge….
Graham Kapowsin selects Bailee Towns as Daffodil Princess for 2015
GRAHAM, WA — The cool crisp evening of October 29, six lovely young ladies from Graham Kapowsin High School dressed their finest and presented themselves with poise and grace. The room was filled with friends, family, Daffodilians in yellow blazers and other princesses in their tiaras. Each princess candidate was introduced by their escort, handsome young men…
Docent Luncheon at the Scandinavian Cultural Center
Each year, the Scandinavian Cultural Center celebrates its volunteer docents that assist visitors to the local exhibits. This year in September, Christine Beasley was awarded a plaque for 20 years of service.
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