Stories for February 2023

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Wednesday, February 22

‘Positive kind of vibe’: Inslee assesses legislative session

'I feel very positive about it,' Washington's governor says in wide-ranging meeting with reporters.

Successful food services audit at Eatonville MS

The school district’s food services program concluded its state audit last week.

County Council renews pipeline agreement

The council unanimously approved, 5-0, an ordinance granting Northwest Pipeline a five-year renewal.

Town Council to consider capital improvement plan Feb. 27

At its Feb. 13 meeting, the Council tabled a resolution to adopt the six-year capital improvement plan until Feb. 27.

News Next Door: Friends of Eatonville Library accepts book donations

Residents are invited to check out the Eatonville Library lobby for books, CDs and more.

Savvy Senior: Could you have a thyroid problem and not know it?

If your thyroid is out of whack, it can cause a number of health issues that can be tricky to detect.

Graham Kapowsin DECA recognized for school-based enterprise

Eagles Blue Line Café, the school-based enterprise at Graham Kapowsin High School, has been honored with Gold Level Certification for the 2022-23 school year.

Recipe: Warming soup ideal for special diets

Soups and stews are staples of winter — even for those with irritable bowel conditions or sensitivities to FODMAP ingredients.

Cruiser boys fall to Wildcats in season-ending loss

Elma ends Eatonville’s chances of playing for the district championship for the second straight year when they shocked the No. 1-seeded Cruisers, 78-69.

Cruiser girls ousted from playoffs; season ends at 13-9

SWW District 4: Hoquiam scores 60-36 playoffs win.

Wednesday, February 15

Cruisers send three wrestlers to state tournament

Eatonville’s Ashlynn Kistenmacher dominates at regional meet to claim a state berth.

Eatonville High teacher receives statewide honor

Eatonville High School teacher Tira Hancock inducted into Washington Activity Coordinators Association Hall of Fame.

South Pierce County Historical Society moves forward with Main Street

Next town hall meeting scheduled for Feb. 22.

Boys: Cruisers advance to District 4 semifinals

Eatonville gets past Castle Rock, 64-53, to open the postseason.

EHS chess team qualifies for state tournament

The 2023 Southwest Washington Scholastic Chess Championships took place Feb. 4 at Centralia College.

Girls: Cruisers get district win; Andersen hits milestone

Eatonville beats La Center in District 4 elimination game.

Recipe: Meatless meals can be crowd favorites

Expanding the possibilities for meat-free meals becomes a priority during Lent.

Pierce County Council formally opposes two proposed airport sites

The Council unanimously passed a resolution requesting two sites be removed from consideration for Washington's next major airport.

School Board study session includes EMS robotics presentation

At the Feb. 8 Eatonville School Board study session, the EMS School Improvement Plan was also presented.

News Next Door: Library group accepting book donations

Residents are invited to check out the Eatonville Library lobby for books, CDs and more.

Wednesday, February 8

Clevenger's career night fuels Cruisers' year-end win

His 33 points power the Cruisers past Elma. Next up: District 4 playoffs.

Pierce County officials, tribes continue pushback on airport sites

Two of the three potential locations for a new facility are in central Pierce County and in east Pierce County.

Girls basketball: Cruisers limp into district playoffs

The Cruisers dropped their final two games to finish the regular season with a 12-7 record.

Savvy Senior: How much do you have to make to file taxes?

Here’s a rundown of this tax season’s IRS tax filing requirement thresholds.

Cruiser wrestlers move on to regionals

Both Eatonville wrestling teams have strong showings at their 1A Evergreen Conference tournaments.

News Next Door: Friends of Library meeting Friday-Saturday

The Friends of Eatonville Library is hosting a book sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the library.

Wednesday, February 1

CHAMPS AGAIN: Cruisers win second straight Evergreen title

A win over Tenino also gave first-year head coach TJ Cotterill his first league title since taking over the program.

School Board members recognized at meeting

Photo from the Jan. 25 Eatonville School Board meeting.

Eatonville School District hosting superintendent search forum

The ESD Board of Directors is seeking input for the superintendent search process currently underway.

Free business skills training for Pierce County small business owners

The Pierce County Business Skills Program offers nine free, non-credit, short courses.

Local student honors roundup

Local student honors roundup.

County Council appoints advisory commission member

Abigail Deaton was unanimously approved, 7-0, to the commission.

Recipe: This hearty meal chases away the chill

Cottage pie is a meal traditionally served in areas of Great Britain and Ireland.

Pierce County Parks presents Rock the Rink ice show

The event will feature nostalgic tunes and local favorite skaters, with special guest star Timmy Chapman.

Council postpones vote on capital improvement plan

The $23.7 million capital improvement plan is a comprehensive series of projects.

Washington farm intern bill sails through Senate

Substitute SB 5156 expands the pilot program that allows students to experience farming activities and practices to all counties in the state.

Pierce County teens invited to participate in writing, art contest

Teen writers and artists in seventh through 12th grades who live in or attend school in Pierce County can participate in the free contest.

Lady Cruisers lose 2 of 3, retain second place in league

Eatonville will finish its regular season with a trip to Elma on Friday.

News Next Door: Friends of Eatonville Library meeting Feb. 10-11

The Friends of Eatonville Library is hosting a book sale Feb. 10 and Feb. 11 at the library.

Savvy Senior: How to cover dental care in retirement

Without coverage from traditional Medicare, many seniors are stuck paying full out-of-pocket prices.