Governor Inslee visits Joint Base Lewis-McChord Oct. 15 as part of state-wide transportation assessment JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – Governor Jay Inslee will visit Joint Base Lewis-McChord on Tuesday, October 15, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. as part of a state-wide assessment of transportation requirements. During the governor’s visit to JBLM, base leaders and state and local…
Adult Trips & Tours – Extreme Rib Challenge
Adults 50+ can leave the driving to Pierce County Parks and Recreation for a series of adventures around Puget Sound. On Wed., November 13 try the Extreme Rib Challenge. Tour some of the Puget Sound’s finest barbecue spots & sample pork ribs from each restaurant, voting for the best ribs, sauce, and more. The ribs…
GBA welcomes LimeBerry to Graham
GRAHAM, WA — The Graham Business Association and the new Graham LimeBerry store held a Grand Opening this morning at 11 a.m., October 12. The new outlet feature low-fat frozen yogurt in at least 10 flavors along with a myriad of toppings and items to sprinkle on your delicious dessert. Owner Lorie Tudor held the giant scissors…
Graham Kapowsin trounces Bethel 48 to 14
SPANAWAY, WA — Art Crate Stadium was the scene of the big game Friday night. While the Bethel Braves and the Graham Kapowsin Eagles, cross town rivals, met on the turf, the stadium was festive with signs decorations and sales of school colored shirts and accessories. Before the game, there were three tailgate parties in…
Daffodil Pricesses are being chosen
Franklin Pierce High School selected Casey Timble last week. Washington High School will choose their princess in the theater on October 24. Spanaway Lake High chose Connie Smith on September 30. Graham Kapowsin will choose a princess on October 30 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Bethel High will hold their Princess selection on November…
2013 Compost Demonstration Grant cycle is now open
The 2013 Compost Demonstration Grant cycle is now open for Pierce County Community Gardens! For those of you unfamiliar with this opportunity – it is in partnership with Pierce County Sustainable Resources, and funded by the State Department of Ecology. New and existing community gardens in Pierce County (not in Tacoma city limits) interested in…
Part 6: George Bush
By Chuck Haviland There is a story about a Charles Wren of Muck Creek that occurred in the 1800”s. In the fall of 1869 Abijah O’Neil jumped an improved farm belonging to a Charles Wren who was a French Canadian. Forcing him to vacate his land, after the vigilante group found him guilty of cattle…
Bethel Board highlights Oct. 8
October 8, 2013 Board Highlights The Bethel School Board is committed to advancing student learning opportunities and educational services within the district’s boundaries. Received a presentation from director of assessment and highly capable Brian Loffer on preliminary state standardized testing results. His review included district and grade level performance on the Measurement of Student Progress (MSP),…
Nisqually Land Trust Ohop Volunteer Events
Join the Nisqually Land Trust for one or both of our weekly Wednesday work parties this month! Both will be held in the historic Ohop Valley from 9:00am to 12:00pm. It’s another large step in the restoration of this critical habitat. On Wednesday, October 16th we will be removing invasive English Ivy from a bluff of the Ohop Valley….
Four Make ‘Schools of Distinction’ List
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — One local middle school and three elementaries have made the elusive ‘Schools of Distinction’ list for academic achievement. Liberty Middle School and Centennial Elementary made the list for the first time. Nelson and Evergreen elementary were repeat winners. These schools represent the top 5% of improvement of all schools in Washington state, who…
Groundbreaking at Pierce County Skills Center
On October 23, at noon, the Pierce County Skills Center will hold a dedication and groundbreaking celebration to mark completion of Phase 2 construction and the beginning of Phase 3. The ceremonies are open to the public.
SLHS Homecoming Kick-off Flapjack Fundraiser
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — The Spanaway Lake High School Football Booster Club is serving up the start of great Homecoming Week. The club will host a Flapjack Fundraiser at the Applebees, located at 16518 Meridian E in Puyallup, on Oct. 13 from 8 to 10 a.m. For just $10, you will get pancakes, bacon, sausage, eggs and…
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