Pierce County Auditor Announces Three-Day Filing Period for Open Offices

More than a dozen offices remain open with no one having filed to run for them. The filing period takes place from June 5 through June 7.

City of Bonney Lake Seeking Feedback on Parks Issue

The city has opened a Survey Monkey survey to query residents on the issues surrounding the failed Metropolitan Parks District proposition in April.

Do You Feel Safe on Our Local Bridges?

The I-5 bridge that collapsed Thursday wasn't deemed unsafe by highway officials—but several others in and around the South King/East Pierce County area have been flagged for repairs or replacement.

Sumner Survey Respondents: Local Transit Good, Paying More than $25 Annually for it Not So Much

The city of Sumner shares the results of a transit survey that was conducted earlier in the year.

Candidates Enter Local Races As Filing Week Closes

Immediate Weight Restrictions on SR 165 Carbon River Bridge Impact Emergency Vehicles

ORCA Transit Cards Now Available at QFC, Safeway Stores

Sumner Councilmember Nancy Dumas to Challenge Dave Enslow in Mayoral Race

Bonney Lake City Council to Consider Multimillion-Dollar Property Sales

The city wants to sell vacant land it bought for a new city hall, as well as property that would be used for a multi-family housing project.

Sumner Council Approves Funding for Health Impact Assessment Concerning Coal Operations

While the total cost of the assessment is reportedly between $250,000 to $300,000, Sumner will be putting forth $5,000 toward the cost.

Sumner City Hall No Longer Processing Passports

The effective date for the service change is Wednesday, May 1.

Post-Election: Acceptance and Complaints Keep Bonney Lake Parks Issue in Spotlight

Voters have made it clear they do not support the formation of a separate taxing district in order to generate revenue dedicated to building out and supporting city parks, but not all elections matters are settled.

Sumner Council Meeting Tonight Regarding YMCA Announcement

The Sumner City Council is holding a special meeting tonight beginning at 5 p.m. regarding Thursday's YMCA update.

Sumner, Bonney Lake Open Positions in November Election

Elected positions up for the vote in Sumner and Bonney Lake this November include seats on the City Council, Fire Commission and School Board. Candidates must file by May 17, 2013.

Bonney Lake Voters Say 'No' to MPD

Preliminary results from Pierce County Elections shows voters overwhelmingly stand against the formation of a metropolitan park district.

Donate to Hearts for Hygiene

The Puyallup/Sumner Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Institute is collecting toiletries for the Sumner Food Bank.

Less than 20 Percent of Ballots Returned for Local Issues So Far

Pierce County reports that as of Friday, April 19, only 18.5 percent of ballots in the city of Bonney Lake have been returned, and only 17 percent of ballots within the East Pierce Fire and Rescue District have been returned.

April 23 Special Election: Have You Turned in Your Ballot Yet?

Residents in the Pierce County Fire Protection District No. 22 service area are considering annexing the city of Milton into the district. Meanwhile in Bonney Lake, voters are weighing the metropolitan park district question.

Local Cities Win Wellness Award Yielding Taxpayer Savings for Employee Health Insurance

Bonney Lake, Sumner, Buckley and Enumclaw were among 83 Washington cities to earn this recognition from the Association of Washington Cities Employee Benefit Trust this year.

Sumner Council Celebrates Spartan Marching Band

The Sumner High School Band along with leader Joe Carl received a key to the city along with a proclamation as an official city ambassador during Monday night's Sumner City Council meeting.

Free Admission to Mount Rainier National Park, April 22-26

The National Park Service and National Park Foundation will be waiving entrance fees for park visitors as part of the National Park Week 2013.

Bonney Lake Mayor Johnson Releases 2013 State of the City Address

Highlights include the announcement that Hobby Lobby was moving into the former site of Albertsons and that the sidewalk project connect downtown to Eastown was progressing.

Bonney Lake City Leaders Break Ground on Fennel Creek Trail "Safe Routes" Link

The $800,000 project is funded mostly with a WSDOT grant as part of an alternative safe walking and bicycling route for students to get to Victor Falls Elementary, Mountain View Middle School, and Bonney Lake High School.

Bonney Lake Girl Spends Birthday Morning Sharing the Spirit of 'Care-A-Lot Day'

Grace Marie Colbeth, 5, was the inspiration behind Mayor Neil Johnson's declaration that April 12, her birthday, was 'Care-A-Lot Day' in Bonney Lake.

Milroy Bridge to Close Next Wednesday for Maintenance

The maintenance is done every other year as part of Pierce County's bridge inspection program that ensures the safety of the traveling public and the longevity of the county's transportation infrastructure.

Sumner Mayor Seeks Input on Red Apple Market Property

Mayor Dave Enslow provides some history into the market in the city of Sumner's weekly Community Connection e-newsletter this week that calls for feedback on what citizens would like to see done with the property.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Fennel Creek Trail Link Project Saturday

The event is open to the public and begins at 10 a.m. at Willow Brook Storm Pond (11110 185th Avenue E).

Cool Finds in Sumner: Green Energy

There are now electric vehicle charging stations available for public use in Sumner, thanks to the Sumner School District's Resource Conservation Management (RCM) Program.

East Pierce Fire and Rescue Chief: Milton Annexation Won't Impact Current Levels of Service

Chief Jerry Thorson seeks to reassure residents within Pierce County Fire Protection District No. 22 that Proposition No. 1 is merely a formalization of existing service already provided to Milton and won't change service levels or tax rates.

Congressman Denny Heck Brings Spotlight to Innovative Sumner Manufacturer

The Washington Democrat from the 10th Congressional District made Flux Drive, Inc., his last stop in his nearly two-week long Congress at Your Company tour.

Bonney Lake Metropolitan Park District: One More Look

The Pierce County Auditor's Office begins to mail out ballots for the April 23 election today, so we're reviewing some talking points and questions floating around the Internet about the upcoming MPD vote in Bonney Lake.

Hynek Announces Run for Mayor of Sumner

Sumner City Councilman Randy Hynek announced during reports Monday night that he intended to run for mayor this fall.

Mosby Farms to Lease and Farm 85 Acres South of Sumner Golf Course

The Sumner City Council approved by a vote of 6-1 Monday night to enter into a five year lease with Mosby Brothers Farms, Inc. to farm on city land previously leased to the Ota family.

Pierce County to Host Candidate Workshop This Wednesday

The free workshop will be held on April 3 at the Pierce County Election Center in Tacoma.

Special Election Ballot to be Mailed this Friday

City of Bonney Lake residents will be voting on whether or not to create a new metropolitan parks district, while East Pierce Fire and Rescue district residents will decide on annexation of services for the city of Milton.

Video: Have You Hopped on the Free Beyond the Borders Connector Yet?

Patch joined Sumner Councilwoman Nancy Dumas and Marge Tully, of Pierce County Community Connections during a demonstration ride Thursday to show how accessible and easy the service was for those who qualified.

Residents Served by East Pierce Fire and Rescue to Consider Milton Annexation in Special Election

The issue is put forth on the April 23 special election; annexation will not impact either tax rates or levels of service for existing residents and businesses, says the district.

Public Input Sought on Summer Project Near McMillin Along Puyallup River

Staff will set up a booth from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 6 at the McMillin Trailhead parking lot to share information about the project and gather suggestions from trail users on how to minimize impacts from the truck crossings.

Congressman Heck's 'Congress At Your Company' Tour to Make Rounds Through Sumner

U.S. Rep. Denny Heck is meeting with small business owners around Washington in the next two weeks, with two stops scheduled in Sumner.

Rental Moratorium Fails, Presentation on Proposed Sumner Farmers Market Co-op Coming Monday

The Sumner City Council on Monday rejected placing a hold in lease agreements for the former Red Apple Market and 85 acres of city-owned land.