Stories for March 2018

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Thursday, March 29

Kenneth L. Ford August 17, 1944 – March 12, 2018

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Monday, March 26

Woman killed in drive-by shooting on Webster Road

Multiple shots fired into home in what authorities believe is a targeted act

Friday, March 23

Man sentenced to 23 years for second vehicular manslaughter charge

Today the Pierce County Superior Court sentenced Jacob Skylar Allyn Lee, 27, to over 23 years in prison for vehicular homicide, his second.

Craft fair/fun run helps feed hungry children in Graham

The 2018 Hobby, Talent and Craft, Fun Run/Walk vendor event took place on Saturday, March 3 at the Frontier Park Lodge in Graham. 40 business vendors were there with a table showcasing wares.

PCSO deputy kills man in Elk Plain area

A 28 year old spanaway man was shot to death after entering deputy's vehicle

A Pierce County Sheriff's Office Deputy was involved in a shooting in the Elk Plain area, leaving one man dead.

Snowshoer's body found near Paradise in Rainier National Park

Kevin Kim, 24, died from injuries suffered in a fall in the Nisqually drainage

EHS students walk out to pay silent respects to murdered teens

More than 100 Eatonville High School students stood in silence on March 14 as they paid their respects to the students and faculty murdered at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida on Feb. 14.

Monday, March 19

Wednesday, March 14

Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist has safety goals for community

As your prosecutor, my job is to keep our community safe. Keeping you safe is not my only duty as the people’s lawyer, but it is my main duty. Our office protects you in a variety of ways, some old-fashioned, some innovative. It’s all part of a brick-solid foundation. 

Tuesday, March 13

Cruiser wrestler Branson signs letter of intent to grapple in college

Olivia Branson finished last season with a 42-10 record and 39 pins, both Eatonville records

On March 6, in front of family, friends, and teammates at Elevate Martial Arts Center in Yelm, Eatonville High School female wrestling standout Olivia Branson signed her national letter of intent to wrestle next season at Grays Harbor College in Aberdeen. 

Graham hosts fundraiser for Lorenzo Sparks

On March 17, Graham-Kapowsin High School will host a spaghetti dinner for the local teen, seriously injured in a January car crash

The life of the Sparks family changed drastically on Friday, Jan. 18 when Lorenzo Sparks, 18, struck a garbage truck while driving to school.

Thursday, March 8

Now’s the time to get your affairs in order

So often I am asked, why do I need to have a will? Everything passes to my spouse or children anyway, right? And if so, why do we need do life and estate planning anyway? These are great questions.

Finding and sticking to a fitness class that works for you

Everyone knows that exercise is a great way to get in shape, feel good physically, build confidence, exude energy, relieve stress, have better sleep and much more. Numerous studies have proven that exercise also reduces: depression, some cancers, heart disease, stroke, and premature death.

A hidden nature gem in Graham is perfect for all ages and seasons

The Morse Wildlife Preserve is a 238-acre preserve of conifer forest, wetlands, oak savanna, and prairie located in Graham.

Big changes coming to The Dispatch, but more local news

A new editor, but new freelancers, photographers and community involvement as well

Some people have already heard by now, but this will be news for others: There are big changes at The Eatonville Dispatch. My name is Ryan Murray, and I’m the new editor of your local paper.

Miss Pierce County a volunteer tradition for local teens and women

Isabell Murray and Chloe Fernstahl win the pageant for Miss Pierce County and Outstanding Teen

Friday, March 2

Obit Lanora Callahan

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Obituary Virginia Grace (Fitzer) Rothlisberger

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