The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission has an existing policy that prohibits advertising in state parks. Through the 2009-11 and 2011-13 State Parks operating budgets, the Legislature directed the agency to work toward self-sufficiency. The agency’s Transformation Plan identifies digital media and printed collateral as agency assets with significant potential to raise advertising revenue…
Happenings @ Pierce County Library System: Dec. 30-Jan. 5
Become a U.S. Citizen Find help with becoming a U.S. citizen. Prepare for the citizenship exam, and learn about American history, democracy, interviews and vocabulary. Registration is required. To sign up, contact Tacoma Community House, 1314 S. L St., in person, by phone: 253-383-3951, or by email citizenship@tacomacommunityhouse.org Lakewood Pierce County Library, 6300…
Auditor’s Office to open early for Seahawks, Sounder FC plates
PIERCE COUNTY — The Pierce County Auditor’s Office will open at 7 a.m. on Jan. 2, 2014 to kick off the team license plate sales featuring Seahawks and Sounder FC themes. The license plates will carry an iconic symbol for each team – the 12th Man flag for the Seahawks, a team scarf for Sounders FC….
6 more nights of Fantasy Lights
Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park has 6 more nights. Thursday night Military Road was fairly quiet, so the day after Christmas might have been a good night to visit. Some nights Pacific Avenue is backed up with cars down the hill into Parkland. Here’s more information from the Pierce County webpage: Nov. 28, 2013 –…
Auditor seeks appointment of “Against” committee members for voters’ pamphlet
PIERCE COUNTY, WA — The Auditor’s Office announces the opening of a special appointment period. Individuals are needed to write “Against” statements for the February 11, 2014 Special Election local voters’ pamphlet in the following districts: • Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1, Proposition No. 1 • Puyallup School District No. 3, Proposition No. 1 • University Place School…
Glad tidings, great joy!
Editorial A child, not conceived of man, but of the Holy Spirit. A promise from God, to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace. A child who will grow up to be strong in the spirit. Glory to God…
Track Santa’s Journey
USA.GOV — If you and your children would like to track Santa’s journey on Christmas Eve, visit NORAD Tracks Santa. In addition to tracking Santa, you can play games, watch videos, listen to music, and learn about holiday traditions from around the world on NORAD Tracks Santa. Find out why and how NORAD (North American Aerospace…
Round Table Pizza – Spanaway, Mountain Hwy East
SPANAWAY, WA — It finally happened. Round Table Pizza has opened in Spanaway. Monday, December 23 was the big day at the Mountain Plaza on the corner of 208th Street and the Mountain Highway (SR7). You can like them on Facebook at Round Table Pizza – Spanaway, Mountain Hwy East. Rumor has it they are…
Happenings @ Pierce County Library System: Dec. 23-29
Puppets Please: Dec. 23 Colorful marionettes perform an in-the-round holiday variety show! Gig Harbor Pierce County Library, Monday, Dec. 23, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Computer Class: Dec. 23 Drop in for help with searching and downloading free e-books and e-audiobooks. Lakewood Pierce County Library, Monday, Dec. 23, 2 – 3:30 p.m….
Nordic Christmas Fest
Saturday afternoon, December 21, the Scandinavian Cultural Center at Pacific Lutheran University held its annual Nordic Christmas Fest. Local members and their families attended and feasted upon Norwegian Goat Cheese (Gjetost), Swedish Farmer Cheese, Creamy Danish Havarti, Danish Bleu, Seedless Grapes, Pickled Beets (Syltede robeter), Crisp Bread (Knäckebröd), Danish Pumpernickel, Pork Liver Paté (Lever postei), Pickled Herring,…
Work postponed on Brookdale Road sewer main
PIERCE COUNTY — A project to replace a sewer main along Brookdale Road in Parkland has been postponed until mid-2014. Crews had planned to shift work to the eastern end of the project in December, but unfavorable conditions and associated costs have made postponement the best alternative. Pavement affected by initial work at the intersection…
Traffic Impacts SR 161 both directions
WSDOT — Road work on SR 161 both directions from milepost 24.24 near 128th St E to milepost 21.36 near 176th St E beginning at 11:52 p.m. on December 20, 2013 until approximately 3:30 a.m. on December 21, 2013.
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