Parents Say Kids Would Choose WiFi Over Top Toy on Holiday List

64% Of Parents Say Their Kids Would Choose a Month of WiFi Access Over the Gift at the Top of Their Holiday Wish List According to Survey

Pierce County Allocates $2 Million To Help Pay Child Care Costs

As school districts remain remote this fall, some families will struggle with increased child care costs. Here's how the county is helping.

New Education Destination for Kids K-12 with Free Resources

Common Sense Media Curates List of Educational Recommendations to Help Kids learn and Keep Them Engaged Indoors

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

$1 Movies Coming To Bonney Lake This Summer

Puget Sound Regal Cinemas theaters will be showing kids favorites like "Shrek" and "The Lego Movie" all summer long.

Bonney Lake Talent Show Will Raise Money For Sick Student

The Bonney Lake High School Talent Show set for Thursday night will raise money to help Jaelyn Clark, a junior battling leukemia.

Daffodil Princesses Read To Kids At Pierce County Libraries

On two days this spring, Daffodil princesses will read to children at more than a dozen Pierce County libraries across the region.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Arm Childcare Centers? Fortunato Argues In Favor

Sen. Phil Fortunato (R-Auburn) this week argued in favor of allowing concealed firearms at Washington-based childcare centers.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Bonney Lake Applebee's Offering Free Meals For Kids

The Halloween kids-eat-free deal is back this year at some local Applebee's restaurants.

Kids Invited To Design Pierce County Library Cards

Pierce County Library System is asking kids and teenagers to show their creativity and create the next two library cards.

'Read To A Dog' Event Coming To Sumner Library

Furry friends give new readers confidence to help them improve their reading skills.

14 Christmas Lights Displays To Visit Near Bonney Lake, Sumner

Homeowners and professionals across Puget Sound are decorating whole neighborhoods, parks, and zoos. Here are 14 to check out.

World's Largest Bounce House In Bonney Lake This Weekend

No, really, this is a 10,000 square-foot bounce house - and adults are invited inside.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

10th Annual Beautify Bonney Lake Event Coming Up Sept. 21

If you would like to learn more, or full a full list of sponsors who've already signed up, visit www.beautifybonneylake.org.

Community Pulls Together to Support Family of Former Bonney Lake Police Officer

Brian Kelly lost his battle with cancer last Friday, August 9.

Local Leader Prepares for Always Brothers 100 Mile Run Through Seattle Area This Weekend

Saturday will be the third time that Maple Valley-based lawyer and former Marine Dan Neilsen attempts the long run - but this time, there are no worries about humidity.

Mother's Death Spurs Local Woman to Help Others Heal

Jennifer Westby, of Puyallup, is enlisting the help of local businesses to become a part of her Grief Makeover Support Directory, intended to become a resource for those looking for answers.

We Live Shorter Lives Than Residents in King County

The gap between men and women’s life expectancy is shrinking, but it may not be good news for everyone. See how Pierce County stacks up.

Sea Gals Unveil 2013 Squad

Sumner High School Class of 2013 graduate Christian Fernandez is a member of the new line up.

Weekend Warriors: Share Your Adventures on Patch

Dialect in South Hill: We Say 'Pop' and 'Tennis Shoes'

Maps showing word choice, pronunciation and slang in the U.S. have gone viral this month. What localisms do we have in Bonney Lake and Sumner?

Get Ready for College, Study for the SAT at Sumner and Bonney Lake Libraries

This October, both Sumner and Bonney Lake branches of the Pierce County Library will be offering free workshops to help high school students prepare for college.

How to Share Your News on Patch

Have something to share with the world? Anyone can start a blog, post an announcement or an event.

Residents from Lakeland Hills, Orting, Buckley and Beyond: Blog with Patch!

Do you live in Lakeland Hills or any other area surrounding Bonney Lake and Sumner? You too can share your neighborhood stories on Patch.

Army Staff Sgt. Robert Bales' Wife: "I Truly Believe That My Husband Did Not Do This."

Kari Bales, the wife of the Joint Base Lewis-McChord man accused of killing 16 Afghanistans in March, told "CBS This Morning" that she spoke with her husband two days before the shooting and said nothing seemed out of the ordinary.