FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — Ford Middle School teacher Erica Walter was only one of 22 applicants chosen in Washington State to receive a $5,000 grant from the CenturyLink Clark M. Williams Foundation. Walter’s grant proposal was focused on provided tablet computers to her students so that they could engage in a digital story-telling project….
Parkland Spanaway Rotary installs new officers
Today at their regular Tuesday meeting, the Parkland Spanaway Rotary installed their 2013-14 slate of officers. Carrie Ching will be their new President. Her most recent accomplishment was organizing the recent Surrender the Booty Bash. President elect (Vice President) is Marvin Rogers, Secretary is Ruth Kohler and Treasurer is Amy Hobson. Additional board of directors include Greg…
Midland Community Asssociation June 4
The first Tuesday of the month, June 4 at 7 p.m. the Midland Community Association meets at the Southeast Tacoma Community Center located at, 1614 99th Street East, Midland, WA 98445. The agenda for this evening will include a new business that is coming to the area and planning for National Night Out in August.
Summit Waller Community Association meeting June 4
Summit-Waller Community Association June 4, 2013 Board Meeting Agenda I. Call to Order [7:00 pm] II. Reading/Approval of April 10 Minutes [7:10] III. Officer Reports/Correspondence/Announcements – Treasurer’s Report , April & May – D. Young [7:15] IV. Current Business [7:20] Update on memberships (new and renewal) due to the newsletter and the general community meeting….
Employment services calendar available online
OLYMPIA – The statewide WorkSource system has launched a new online calendar that makes it easier for job seekers to learn about job fairs or to register for job-search workshops anywhere in Washington. The calendar allows job seekers to view and pre-register for workshops on résumés, interviewing skills and other job-search techniques. Hiring events, job clubs…
Waller Road Crime Watch meeting June 7
Friday, June 7, 2013 at 6:30 PM will be our Potluck & Meeting at Mid-County Community Center, 10205 44th Avenue East. We will start the evening at 6:30 PM with our Potluck & Social, followed by updates on the criminal activity in our community. Then lots of good suggestions on how to prevent becoming a…
National Parks Passes
USA.GOV — If your vacation or weekend plans include visits to national parks and recreation areas, consider getting a National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. Benefits of the Pass The pass provide entrance to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites across the United States. Entrance covers: Pass owner and accompanying passengers in a single private…
Pierce County Library news
New York Times Best Selling Author Paula McLain Brings Smiles to Pierce County Approximately 500 people laughed and learned from New York Times best selling author Paula McLain at the final 2013 Pierce County READS’ event on Friday, May 17 at McGavick Conference Center @ Clover Park Technical College, in Lakewood. See photos from the author…
Townsend Farms berry drink implicated in outbreak of Hepatitis A
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are investigating an outbreak of Hepatitis A that may be linked to Townsend Farms Organic Anti-Oxidant Blend, a frozen berry and pomegranate seed mix. As of May 31, 2013, there had been 30 individuals from 5 states infected with Hepatitis…
Pierce Transit Adjust Bus Schedules Beginning Sunday, June 9
Lakewood, WA – Effective June 9, Pierce Transit bus service and SHUTTLE service for people with disabilities will have several changes made to current schedules. In an effort to maintain as much service as possible, some reduction needs to be made now before the major service cuts occur on September 29. Beginning June 9, a…
Workshop on Parkinson’s Disease June 11
PIERCE COUNTY — Are you or someone you love living with Parkinson’s Disease? Learn the latest information on research, medication, and lifestyle changes that can improve the quality of life for you and your loved ones. Pierce County Aging & Disability Resources in collaboration with the Northwest Parkinson’s Foundation will host “Taking on Parkinson’s”, a…
Special County Council meeting to appoint a Senator for the 28th Legislative District
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the Pierce County Council will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2013, starting at 1:30 p.m., for the purpose of consideration of an Emergency Resolution making an appointment to the position of State Senator representing the 28th Legislative District. Proposal No. R2013-58, An Emergency Resolution of…
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