It’s always a heartwarming and uplifting experience at Fort Steilacoom Park on the first Saturday in May – folks flowing in by singles, pairs and groups bright and early to participate in Emergency Food Network’s annual Hunger Walk.
What all does Medicare cover when it comes to vision care? I currently have good vision insurance through my employer but will lose it when I retire.
When the weather starts to heat up, salad typically makes its return to dinner tables across the country. For those who want to give their salad a heartier and more flavorful look, consider the following recipe for "Cucumber and Shrimp Salad (Goi Du'a Chuot)" from Andrew Nguyen's "Into the Vietnamese Kitchen."
Every 40 seconds someone in the U.S. has a stroke, one of the leading causes of serious, long-term disability. To spotlight the courage and dedication of those impacted by stroke, the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is honoring seven nationwide recipients through its annual Stroke Hero Awards, including 12-year-old Mackenzie Childs of Spanaway who survived a stroke when she was in preschool.
The Pierce County Council has adopted Resolution R2025-132, formally approving the Pierce County Vision Zero Action Plan – a roadmap to eliminate traffic-related deaths and serious injuries on county roads by 2035. The Vision Zero Action Plan is a data-driven effort that will identify strategies and actions addressing the root causes of fatalities and serious injury collisions.
The Pierce County Council is joining the Fire Marshal to remind Unincorporated Pierce County residents to prepare for the annual burn ban, which starts at 8 a.m. on June 1 and will remain in place until further notice.
In 2023, Tacoma Municipal Court launched two different therapeutic courts – a Mental Health Court and a Community Court. Since then, many successful outcomes have been achieved by targeting the root cause that led to an individual landing in court in the first place.
The Pierce County Council voted 4-3 to adopt Resolution No. R2025-139s, affirming the county’s commitment to public safety, equity, and inclusive access to services for immigrants, refugees, and all residents.
Pierce County and Comcast have completed construction of a fast and reliable fiber-rich broadband network in Key Peninsula ahead of schedule, exceeding the forecast for connected homes and businesses. Originally expected to be completed in late spring, the project has expanded internet services to 600 North Key Peninsula homes and businesses, over 70 more than planned.
Grilling season has returned, and that means cooking up some burgers at your next backyard barbecue. This year, try a new take on this beloved summer staple with the following recipe for "Best Burger With Blue Cheese Butter" courtesy of Eric Treuille and Birgit Erath's "Grilling" (DK Publishing).
My husband and I, who are retired, have accumulated about $7,000 in credit card debt over the past few years and need some help paying it off. What can you tell us?
The Eatonville Varsity Cruisers fastpitch squad split a pair of 2A SPSL matchups last week, shaking off a disappointing Tuesday loss to Washington High School with a 20-10 bounce-back victory over Steilacoom on April 29.
The Pierce County Council passed a resolution doubling down on its refusal to aid federal immigration enforcement, putting it at odds with Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank, who says it’s an illegal attempt to obstruct.
Have you ever wondered why some call it "Community Day" and others "May Day"? It’s a story rooted in tradition, teamwork, and a little bit of Eatonville history! Back in 1913, Eatonville was a small town of just 800 people. Superintendent B.W. Lyon noticed the school grounds were “strewn with rubbish and markings” and asked students to help clean up.
What does it mean to live in Eatonville? Tucked between rolling hills and whispering pines, the town can feel like something out of a storybook. Locals wave to each other calling out by name, and time seems to move just a little slower here.
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