PIERCE COUNTY — Pierce County is mailing corrected ballots to 1,422 voters in the new 10th Congressional District who received a faulty ballot due to a printing error. Those voters originally received a misprinted ballot containing candidates for the 6th Congressional District. The printing vendor confirmed the error and indicated it was isolated to two…
Ballot misprint in precincts 29-663 and 29-623
By Josh Magill @ The Mountain News The Mountain News obtained more information from Pierce County Auditor, Julie Anderson, on Tuesday, Oct 23, regarding the announcement of misprinted ballots in two precincts of the 10th congressional district. The most important new information was which two precincts were affected – 29-663 (Spanaway area) and 29-623 (South…
GBA seeks auction items for scholarsip fundraising
The Graham Business Association Scholarship Auction work party is Wednesday, the 24th from 3:00 – 5:00 at Jimmy Morgan’s office (9805 224th St E #C, Graham). There will be another work party on the 31st and 7th of November. They are in need of auction items. Please drop items off at Jimmy’s office anytime during…
Pierce Transit boundary changes prompt voter calls
PIERCE COUNTY — Anxious voters are calling the Pierce County Auditor’s Office because Pierce Transit Proposition 1 does not appear on their ballots. “Some voters think they have been issued the wrong ballot, but they have forgotten that Pierce Transit’s boundary changed substantially earlier this year,” said Pierce County Auditor Julie Anderson. “Some people who…
Dine out to help Spanaway Lake HS Cheer
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — The Spanaway Lake High School cheerleaders invite you to join them Tuesday, Oct. 23, for a McCheer night at the Spanaway McDonalds, located near the Sprinker Rec Center. The event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. Money raised will be used to help offset the costs of the cheerleaders attending a national competition…
Making the Link 2012 – helps you find services for disabled and older adults
Most older adults and people with disabilities want to remain in their own home. Knowing about available resources in the community and how to access them is one of the best things that people can do for their loved ones. Making the Link 2012 offers the opportunity for the individuals and families to learn about…
Water fluoridation viewpoint, from one of the 2% who cannot ingest
By Marianne Lincoln This is a story about fluoride and about drinking water. It’s not about dental health, it’s about science that is known and those of us that know more about it than the health department or dental society puts in their cute promotional flyers. You see, I am a person medically identified as…
Public comment forums on 2013-14 boundary changes Oct. 30 & Nov. 1
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — The Secondary School Boundary Committee has just finished a draft proposal for the adjustment of middle and high school boundaries. Now, the district would like to get some feedback from families. Public forums have been scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 30, 6:30 p.m. in the Clover Creek Elementary School cafeteria and Thursday,…
Harvest Fest at the Bethel Learning Center Oct. 27
The Graham Kapowsin Community Council Harvest Fest is being held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 27 at the new Bethel Learning Center, 21818 38th Ave. E., Spanaway across from the Bethel Middle School. The event is free to visitors. Vendors, organizations and entertainers that wish to participate should contact Carol Wright carol.v.wright@att.net,…
Kiwanis Holiday Magic Dinner Auction on Oct. 27 at SLHS
The Parkland-Spanaway Kiwanis will be holding their 10th annual “Holiday Magic” Dinner Auction on October 27th at the Spanaway Lake High School. The silent auction begins at 5 p.m. and the live auction at 7 p.m. It is their major event to raise money for scholarships given in the Bethel and Franklin Pierce School Districts. They…
Bethel Schools HIV/AIDS Parent Preview Nov. 8
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Next month, the Bethel School District will host an HIV/AIDS Parent Preview for families with students in grades 7-12. The meeting is scheduled for 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 8 at the Educational Service Center, located at 516 176th Street East in Spanaway. At the Parent Preview, parents will be…
Shining Mountain Elementary Dedication Ceremony Oct. 29
A special ceremony marking the completion of the Shining Mountain Elementary remodel will be held on Monday, Oct. 29, at 1:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. The district spent about $12 million dollars to fully modernize the school. Renovations include a new, enclosed library with lots of natural light, additional classroom space, high-tech equipment, and…
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