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Hi Puyallup! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What changes are coming with Puyallup teachers' newly ratified contract?
  • How are Puyallup school leaders defending their actions in court?
  • Can Puyallup keep its No. 1 ranking at Lake Stevens?

Also on today's calendar: Let's Beat Breast Cancer Rally and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Pleasant with sunshine, with a high of 79 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Thursday: Warm with plenty of sun, temps: high: 81, low: 50.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and delightful, with a high of 77 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Puyallup, Tukwila educators ratify contracts (thestand.org) — Puyallup teachers have ratified a new contract that tackles overcrowded classrooms and locks in a state cost-of-living raise, following months of bargaining. Local union leaders say the deal is a major step toward easing pressure on students and educators, while nearby Tukwila and Shoreline staff also move forward with their own agreements.
   

2. Puyallup school admins appear in court in trans wrestler case (thenewstribune.com) — Rogers High School's principal and athletic coordinator from Puyallup have appeared in court, accused of failing to promptly report a student wrestler's sexual assault allegation, while remaining on paid leave from the Puyallup School District. The case ties into a broader federal Title IX lawsuit and a statewide ballot measure over transgender athletes, putting local school policies under intense scrutiny.
   

3. Week 3: TNT's high school football Top 10 team rankings in Washington (thenewstribune.com) — Puyallup High's football team is ranked No. 1 in Washington's 4A classification and heads into a huge No. 1 vs. No. 2 showdown at Lake Stevens this Friday night. The statewide rankings also highlight several other South Sound powers, but all eyes locally are on whether Puyallup can stay unbeaten on the road.
   

4. Explore Latinx-owned companies across the area (fooshya.com) — Puyallup residents can celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month close to home with tacos at Aceituno's Mexican Food and a Washington State Fiestas Patrias celebration at the fairgrounds on Sept. 20. The guide also spotlights Latinx-owned businesses and cultural events across the Puget Sound region, offering plenty of food, music, and family activities accessible by transit.
   

5. Watch the Eatonville landfill clean up speed by (wa.gov) — Contaminated soil from Eatonville's old landfill has been trucked to a lined landfill in Puyallup, helping protect nearby rivers and wetlands from long‑term pollution. The cleanup, funded partly by a state hazardous substance tax, is nearly complete, with new trees, grass, and monitoring wells now in place to ensure the fix keeps working.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Bargain Alert: WINCO
    At Winco this morning and they have Turkeys for $1.38/lb this is amazing since most of the year aside from Holidays they linger around $1.89 or so… (Nextdoor 176th St East)
  • My neighbor has 4 cats his female has had 3 liters and I am not wanting to see her have anymore.
    I told him I can't re-home anymore and he's finally ready to have them all fixed but he has minimal funds . Any suggestions on helping ? (Nextdoor SE Puyallup)
  • Kohl's posted a job opening for Part-Time Beauty Advisor - Sephora in Puyallup. Apply here.
  • Trapper's Sushi Co Dove Creek posted a job opening for Host / Cashier - FOH in Puyallup. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Puyallup here.

Ok Puyallup! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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