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Ongoing challenges mean road work will be prolonged on this busy Pierce County street
Road work delays on Spanaway Loop Road South in Pierce County have prolonged closures due to ongoing challenges related to sewer work. Detours are in place while infrastructure replacement efforts continue, with an update expected from the Planning and Public Works department regarding the project timeline.
Downtown Puyallup Welcomes Independent Bookstore page pine After Decades
Downtown Puyallup is set to welcome its first independent bookstore in decades, named page & pine, opened by Emily Foster, who aims to create a vibrant community space. The bookstore will offer various genres and host events like book clubs and author signings, responding to local interests. This initiative is part of a broader revitalization effort for downtown Puyallup, which has seen the establishment of other desired businesses.
Construction to Delay Refill of Popular Pierce County Lake This Year
The refill of Lake Tapps in Pierce County has been delayed from mid-February to approximately March 15 due to construction by the Cascade Water Alliance and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This project aims to replace outdated infrastructure and enhance water quality and fish passage, impacting local recreation and property maintenance.
Pierce County Firefighters Join Wildfire Response Efforts in Los Angeles
Pierce County firefighters from Gig Harbor and the Key Peninsula are actively assisting with wildfire response efforts in Los Angeles, where they have witnessed unprecedented destruction from the Palisades fire. The team, part of a larger Washington strike force, is focusing on protecting structures in the Bel-Air area and ensuring the safety of evacuated neighborhoods. As of January 19, 2025, the Palisades fire has burned nearly 24,000 acres and resulted in significant loss of life and property.
No dignity in poverty. Tacoma MLK Day emcee hopes to take peace campaign to the skies
Kwabi Amoah-Forson, a Tacoma humanitarian, is set to emcee the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration, promoting his vision of peace through innovative initiatives like the Peace Bus and the All Youth Can Eat program. With a focus on raising awareness about poverty, racism, and education, he aims to mobilize community efforts toward economic justice and dignity.
Pierce County Firefighters Assist in LA Wildfire Response
Firefighters from Gig Harbor and the Key Peninsula are actively supporting the wildfire response in Los Angeles, where they are assisting with the Palisades fire. The team, part of a larger Washington strike force, reports on the extensive damage they've witnessed and their ongoing efforts to protect structures in the affected areas.
Ongoing challenges mean road work will be prolonged on this busy Pierce County street
Road work delays on Spanaway Loop Road South in Pierce County are causing extended closures, originally slated to reopen in January. The project, which involves replacing aging infrastructure, is budgeted at $18.9 million and funded by sewer utility construction funds. The county has acknowledged the public's frustration and is working to provide updates on the timeline.
Downtown Puyallup to Welcome First Bookstore in Over 35 Years
Downtown Puyallup is set to welcome its first independent bookstore in decades, named page & pine, opening in late May or early June 2025. Owner Emily Foster aims to create a community-focused space where residents can attend book clubs and author events, reflecting the community's reading preferences. This new addition comes as part of ongoing revitalization efforts in downtown Puyallup.
No dignity in poverty. Tacoma MLK Day emcee hopes to take peace campaign to the skies
Kwabi Amoah-Forson, a dedicated humanitarian from Tacoma, has made significant strides in aiding the needy, including distributing 5,000 pairs of socks through his Peace Bus initiative. As the emcee for the Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration, he emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about poverty and economic justice, echoing the legacy of Dr. King.
Tacoma man sentenced for the manslaughter of Lehman Charrod Tucker
A Tacoma man, Artavious Magee, was sentenced to 13 years and four months for the manslaughter of 20-year-old Lehman Charrod Tucker, who was shot during a confrontation. Tucker’s mother expressed the indescribable pain of losing a child to a senseless act of violence. The incident stemmed from an argument involving Tucker's friend and an ex-girlfriend, leading to tragic consequences.