Who will be the next Pierce County Executive?
Three Republican candidates hoping to replace the outgoing Pierce County Executive will speak at the monthly meeting of the 28th District Republican Club at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 23, at the...
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Steilacoom Kiwanis Provides Books And Models For Anderson Island School
By Fred Crumley Susan Greer, Principal of Anderson Island Elementary School was very happy to receive two checks from the Steilacoom Kiwanis Club. Principal Greer accepts the checks from Fred Crumley,...
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Muri helps several local projects obtain funding in capital budget
During the 2016 session, lawmakers made adjustments to the two-year spending plans approved in 2015. The modifications to the capital budget were approved by the Legislature on March 29. In Olympia...
View ArticleCherrydale, Chloe Clark earn Achievement Awards
Steilacoom Historical School District is proud to announce that Cherrydale Primary and Chloe Clark Elementary Schools earned Washington Achievement Awards for 2015; ranking them among the...
View ArticleCollege Financial Aid Night at Annie Wright Schools
Marilyn Ponti, Director of Financial Aid Services at Whitman College will talk to families about the college financial aid process on Thursday, April 28 at Annie Wright Schools’ Great Hall from...
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Around the Sound: Fort opens history research library
There’s a new research library in the Lakewood region. This one specializes in Pacific Northwest Military History and content between 1848-1871. Historic Ft. Steilacoom’s Research Library was...
View ArticleSteilacoom Tour of Historic Homes
Four privately owned historic homes in Steilacoom plus the Immaculate Conception Mission will be open to the public from 10:00 until 4:00 on Saturday, May 14th. The tour, presented by the Steilacoom...
View ArticleSteilacoom Garden Club Plant Sale
By Mary La Tourelle The Steilacoom Garden Club will be holding their annual plant sale on Saturday, May 7 from 9:00 to noon in the outdoor area between the Bair Bistro and the former Key Bank on...
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Steilacoom Town Administrator update to council, April 22
Upcoming Meetings: Council Meeting – May 3, 2016 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall Civil Service – May 5, 2016 at 2:00 PM at the Community Center. Planning Commission – May 9, 2016 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall....
View ArticleExceptional Family Resource Fair
Steilacoom Historical School District invites families to attend the Exceptional Family Resource Fair for families with disabilities. This event will take place on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, from 5:30 pm...
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TNT: Regular, but fewer, walkaways at Western State
More than two decades have passed since a Western State Hospital patient walked into Sam Hunter’s Lakewood house uninvited. Source: Regular, but fewer, walkaways at Western State | The News Tribune
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Around the Sound: Royalty in Lakewood: Lake City’s Empress
The ornate lavender-colored blossom tree growing, adjacent to the grocery store at the intersection of Vernon and Veteran’s Drive in Lake City is known as “Paulownia Tomentosa” otherwise known as an...
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Two for Two Bits: Classic Movie Night in Steilacoom
By Cassandra de Kanter Join us on Friday evening, April 29, for our annual Classic Movie Night. Formerly known as Silent Movie Night, we have an exciting classic talkie this year – “The Maltese Falcon”...
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The Fall and Rise of the Historic Orr Home
In 1857 pioneer Nathaniel Orr built a Wagon Shop and bachelor residence in Steilacoom. In 1868 he converted the building to a family home for his new bride. In 1996 the home suffered a devastating fall...
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Arts Bus Tour
Enjoy a great day visiting outdoor sculptures and the Farmer’s Market on a field trip co-sponsored by UP for Arts and the City of University Place Recreation Department. Join us on Saturday, May 14...
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Steilacoom Town Administrator report to council, April 29
Upcoming Meetings: Council Meeting – May 3, 2016 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall Civil Service – May 5, 2016 at 2:00 PM at the Community Center. Planning Commission – May 9, 2016 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall....
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Community Leadership Award Winners
Pierce County Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) recently presented Community Leadership Awards to individuals and organizations who make significant contributions to both schools...
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Steilacoom Town Council meeting agenda, May 3
The Steilacoom Town Council will meet in Town Hall on Tuesday, May 3 (6:30 pm). Following is the meeting agenda: Call to Order and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda Minutes of April 19,...
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Flapjack Fundraiser for the Arts at UP Applebees May 7
By Howard Lee Who in University Place produces the greatest number of free civic events for the Arts? Dance Theatre Northwest (a 501c3 nonprofit) annually produces 10-12 free dance performances, at...
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Kiwanis Hosts Bike Rodeo, May 7
By Fred Crumley The Kiwanis Club of Steilacoom invites local children to attend the “Bike Rodeo” May 7 at Saltar’s Point Elementary School, 10 AM to Noon. Bikes will be inspected to ensure they are in...
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