The kids turned out in force in purple shirts carrying balloons inscribed with the names of other children who had committed suicide after being bullied. They were all excited to participate and be a beacon of encouragement to other kids living under the stress of a bully or bullies. Here are a few photos. Q13 Fox…
Soccer Training for women & kids
PIERCE COUNTY PARKS — Soccer Training for Women is offered by the Kidz Love Soccer group and is offered for women ages 21+. It meets at South Hill Park, 14201 86th Ave E in South Hill on Wednesday evenings from 7:45-8:45pm, June 26-August 14. This 8 week program will cover technique, ball skills, games awareness, and…
Theater Camps for Kids July 8-12
Pierce County Parks — The Spotlight Players Theatre Troupe returns to Meridian Habitat in South Hill to offer two theater camps for kids. For youth, with little or no experience in theater who are ages 6-13, may attend a camp July 8-12 from 9am-1pm for a fee of $75. Youth ages 11-16, with previous experience…
TPCHD to help citizens find health insurance programs
Tacoma, WA – The Washington Health Benefit Exchange Wednesday announced the selection of Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department to help Pierce County residents find, compare and enroll in health insurance programs. The in-person assistance effort is part of the Washington Healthplanfinder Customer Support Program. Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department is one of 10 organizations, including public health agencies, coalitions, regional health…
Toxic Algae Present at Ohop Lake
TPCHD — There currently is a toxic algae bloom in Ohop Lake. A toxic algae bloom is easily identified by the unusual color or appearance to the water. Usually a bloom makes the lake surface green, looking like pea soup or green paint, but sometimes the bloom is a different color. Wind and rain can…
Get the facts about sun safety before summer arrives
PIERCE COUNTY — Even the Stone Age people knew the sun brought life on Earth and that is one reason they used to worship it. But the sun can both heal and destroy. Sunlight can be the kiss of life or death. It depends on the way we use it. Pierce County Aging & Disability…
June 10 Memorial for Senator Carrell
Olympia, WA — Residents of Washington’s 28th Legislative District and members of the public are invited to celebrate the life and legacy of Sen. Mike Carrell, R-Lakewood, on Monday at the state Capitol in Olympia. Carrell, who was laid to rest Wednesday during a small, private ceremony attended by family and close friends, passed away…
Congressman Heck Praises Selection of JBLM as Winner of REPI Challenge
Washington D.C. – Joint Base Lewis-McChord was awarded $3.5 million Friday by the Department of Defense’s Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program. The funds will go towards efforts to preserve, restore, and manage critical prairie habitat in the South Puget Sound region, which will help preserve the environment while reducing on-base training restrictions. The award is…
Bethel High yearbook day and car show
Bob Davidson is a expert when it comes to pin striping, he’s been doing it since 1955. Because he is sought out, there are thousands of car collectors who know him. He is also related to a Bethel High School shop teacher (father in law I believe they said). About 7 years ago, they decided to…
Anti-Bullying Walk June 8th
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Cougar Mountain Middle School, Graham, WA is having the first Anti-Bullying walk to promote awareness in our state, community and schools about the effects of bullying. Everything at this event is free through the hard work of the students and their fundraising and donations from Boeing and Pepsi. There will be free…
County Council update meeting on U.S. Open set for June 27
If you are interested in learning more about preparations for the 2015 U.S. Open at Chambers Bay, come to a special meeting of the Pierce County Council, to be held June 27 at the county’s Environmental Services Building in University Place. Danny Sink, the United States Golf Association’s on-site championship director, will make a presentation…
The carnival has come to Sprinker
A couple times each year, the carnival comes to Sprinker Recreation Center. As you can see from the photo, they are set up for this weekend, June 7-9.
Pierce Prairie Post 