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Eatonville schools open with emphasis on safety

The five Eatonville schools now have upgraded security at main entrances.

Local climber becomes oldest woman to summit Mt. Rainier

78-year-old Rose Vanderhoof summited Mt. Rainier for the ninth time during the summer.

Northwest Trek, partners return northern leopard frogs to wild

Since spring, the frogs have grown from egg masses to tadpoles to froglets at Northwest Trek and Oregon Zoo.


Eatonville rolls past Centralia, 44-21

Cruisers improve to 1-1, give Norris first coaching win.

AgWest grant helps support Eatonville School District

Eatonville was awarded a total of $44,200 to fund commercial-grade refrigerators that can support the needs of the food service program.

Girls soccer: Cruisers pickup first win of the season

Eatonville beats Adna, 2-1, for coach Eric Burkevics' first win at the high school level.


County library offers tools for students

Tools for Students is a suite of online tools to help with reports, science experiments, languages and more.

ESD: A message from the superintendent

August was a busy month for staff members, who dedicated time and effort to prepare for the return of our nearly 2,000 students.

Roundup: Eatonville boys tennis falls to Vashon

A roundup of Cruisers’ team results and individual marks.


Get Growing: Eat and drink your garden

A delightful byproduct of growing flowers is eating (or drinking) them — if you choose the right ones.

Hoedown for History on Sept. 16

Proceeds will benefit the South Pierce County Historical Society.

State receives $23M in funding to bolster energy grid resilience

Funding will be distributed over five years based on population size, land area, and probability and severity of disruptive events.


Recipe: Never too many tomatoes

Weekly recipes and food ideas from Pacific Publishing.

State seeks help for likely blood shortage

The Pacific Northwest Region of the Red Cross does not expect to have enough blood to meet patient needs this month without an increase in donations.

Savvy Senior: How to save on prescription drug costs

Advice, tips, and tools for seniors looking to live a healthy, full life.


State officials field questions over proposed refrigerant program

Ecology is tasked with regulating hydrofluorocarbons, which are considered “super-pollutants” that can contribute.

Light rail service between Bellevue and Redmond set for spring launch

Sound Transit board has authorized up to $43 million to fund projects necessary to open the East Link Starter Line in March.

Prep football: With new coach in place, Cruisers prepare for season

Eatonville returns 13 starters as quest for another league title and state playoffs berth begins.


DNR to operators: Stop flying drones near wildfires

'Can’t believe we have to say this,' the agency posted on social media.

September is National Preparedness Month

The 2023 theme is 'Preparing for older adults'