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'I just need somewhere to go': City of Lakewood rules police can remove unhoused people on public property
LAKEWOOD, Wash. — The City of Lakewood passed an ordinance allowing police to remove people sleeping and camping on public property after a 24-hour notice. The move comes after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled cities can enforce bans on people experiencing homelessness last month in a case out of Grants Pass, Oregon.
Tacoma Porchfest is a unique event you can attend this weekend
In the central neighborhood just off 6th Ave, neighbors who live in the community volunteer their porches for an all-day event, Tacoma Porchfest. They host musicians and performers to an audience on their front lawn. This year’s festival is sponsored by the Tacoma Central Neighborhood Council, with lead organizer Irina...
Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County offers 'name your price' promotion amid overcrowding at shelter
TACOMA, Wash. — This week the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County is making it easier for people to get new furry family members. The Tacoma animal shelter has taken in hundreds of animals this month. Now, the shelter is calling on the community to name its price to take the animals up for adoption at the shelter to their new forever home.
Roy, WA councilmember faces backlash after giving Nazi salute during meeting
ROY, Wash. - Roy City Council member William "Bill" Starks is under fire after giving a Nazi salute during a recent city council meeting, raising serious ethical concerns among constituents and officials. The incident, which took place at the end of a July 8 council meeting, was captured on video...
Weekend Events Roundup: Seafair events, block parties and porchfests
Summer is in full swing and you can tell that’s the case by the absolutely bonkers amount of events going on this weekend throughout the evergreen state. In Tacoma, there will be music and a celebration of community. Porchfest is a community event in the central neighborhood just off 6th Ave where neighbors volunteer their porches for an all-day event, hosting musicians and performers to an audience on their front lawn.
Pierce Transit Temporarily Relocating Lakewood Transit Center
Due to a repaving project in the area, the Lakewood Transit Center will be temporarily relocated on Monday, July 22. Here are the details:. The Lakewood Transit Center will be relocated to a space behind the Lakewood Towne Center Barnes and Noble, in the southeast corner of the Towne Center complex [shown in yellow shaded area on map below].
Don’t swim or wade at Jack Hyde Beach in Tacoma
Don’t swim or wade at Jack Hyde Beach in Tacoma. Tests of water we sampled July 15 show high levels of bacteria that increase your risk of gastrointestinal illness if you contact it. We posted advisory signs and will continue to monitor bacteria levels there. When bacteria levels no...
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending July 19, 2024
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending July 19, 2024. Director of Court Administration Earns National Recognition. Melissa Patrick, the Director of Court Administration for Des Moines, has been certified as a fellow of the Institute for Court Management at the National Center for State Courts. The certification ceremony took place at the United States Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. Melissa was the only graduate from Washington State this year. Her fellowship project was titled “DUI Courts: Why, How, & Going Forward.” Melissa began her career with the City in 2014 as a part-time file clerk and has since made significant contributions, including establishing the first probation department and bringing DUI therapeutic court to Des Moines.
REMINDER: Auburn Community Yard Sale is this weekend, and here’s a map
REMINDER: The City of Auburn will host its annual Community Yard Sale this weekend, from Friday, July 19, to Sunday, July 21. The event – which offers residents the opportunity to buy and sell items – will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, although hours may vary by location.
South Sound Gets Out and About in Sumner
Prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, our team of writers, designers, and editors regularly partnered with city officials and destination-marketing organizations to get out from behind our keyboards, get boots on the ground in our coverage areas, and learn more about the communities we write about. South Sound staff recently relaunched this effort with a stop by the city of Sumner, to great success.
Lakewood Weekly Manager’s Bulletin: July 19, 2024
SummerFEST 2024 is South Sound’s not-to-be-missed summer celebration with something fun for everyone. SummerFEST has it all: 30+ food trucks, 100+ market vendors, a beer garden, live music all day, a pop-up skate park, skimboarding, aerial motorcross shows, Bubble Soccer, International stage performances, kids activity zone and pony rides (for a fee). Walk through the Cruizin’ Together car show, sit to watch circus acts by the Vuelta La Luna Circus and Wenatchee Youth Circus, stop by the Veterans Resource Village, enjoy extreme trampoline acts throughout the day and participate in interactive sports and arts for all ages.
Deputy Mayor John Hines Launches ‘Walk Across Tacoma’
TACOMA, Wash. – Deputy Mayor John Hines will be spending seven days walking across Tacoma, from July 19-July 25. The “Walk Across Tacoma” will span roughly 70 miles, starting in Point Defiance Park and moving through the West End, Central, North End, South Tacoma, Southend, Eastside, New Tacoma, and Northeast Tacoma neighborhoods. During the walk, Deputy Mayor Hines will be visiting libraries, parks, businesses, community centers, and connecting with residents. He will also host a Coffee Chat on July 20 at Wheelock Library from 10:30 – 11:30 AM. Deputy Mayor Hines will be joined by Mayor Victoria Woodards, City Council Members, other elected officials, residents, and community groups during various parts of the walk.
Leschi and Lakewood Marinas Certified as Clean Marinas
The Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA), Washington Sea Grant and others recently announced the certification of Leschi and Lakewood Marinas, managed by Marina Management LLC, as Clean Marinas. The prestigious Clean Marina certification, established by NMTA in partnership with Sound Keepers, requires marinas to undergo a rigorous assessment of their...
Unified Fix Our Ferries citizen movement sets sail
Ferry-served communities band together for legislative action. Vashon Island, Washington—The Fix Our Ferries citizen action movement has grown to four communities that extend the length and breadth of the Washington State Ferries system, from the San Juan Islands to Vashon Island. Representative groups from the communities have signed a get-it-done letter to the Governor and the Legislature, pressing for immediate steps to relieve the years-long ferry crisis during the 2025 budget session.
City of Auburn announces 2025 Artist Project Support Grant opportunity
The City of Auburn is inviting artists to apply for its 2025 Artist Project Support Grant, aimed at fostering growth, innovation, excellence, and accessibility in the arts within the community. The deadline to apply is Sept. 30, 2024. The grant program supports arts-related projects and programs that offer free public...
Auburn Community Calendar | July 19 edition
Auburn Community Yard Sale: If you’re in the mood for a sale, or to shop a sale, the City of Auburn is in your corner. The Auburn Community Yard Sale has returned, and it will run from Friday to Sunday (July 19, 20 and 21). View the yard sale maps list of items for sale on the City of Auburn’s webpage at auburnwa.gov. For questions, email recycling@auburnwa.gov.
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