Charles Wright Academy 2013-14 School Dates

Toxic Algae Bloom Found in Lake Steilacoom

Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department says the lake is unsafe for people and pets.

Veteran's Plaza U.P.

$3 dance classes! Surrendered School of the Arts Fall Preview!

Surrendered School of the Arts Fall Preview Dance Day! $3 dance classes!

GLORIANA PERFORMS FOR WILD WAVES THEME PARK GOERS ON FRIDAY!

How to Throw a Backyard Barbecue for Under $100

A backyard barbecue doesn't have to dent your wallet. Here's how to throw a gourmet feast on the cheap.

Know Before You Go: Travel Tools for Labor Day Weekend

The Washington State Department of Transportation’s predicted travel volumes on the state’s major travel routes.

Bricks 4 Kidz Program this Fall at Chambers Creek Regional Park

Family Bingo Night

What's the Going Rate for Babysitting?

If you need someone to watch the kids after school or just want a grown-ups-only night on the town, babysitters are a necessity — but how much will one cost you?

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties To Offer 30 Scholarships For Diabetes Program

Through a grant from the CDC, the YMCA is offering 30 scholarships to anyone who qualifies for its Diabetes Prevention Program.

Six Reasons to Post an Announcement on University Place Patch

Use our free Announcements Board to share about nuptials, anniversaries, births, fundraisers, volunteer opportunities, and lost and found notices.

Professional Women's Luncheon Event

Professional Women's Luncheon Event

In need of volunteers, sponsors for domestic violence charity event.

Male Elite Pageant Competition in support of domestic violence awareness.

old ruby tuesday building

3.6-Magnitude Earthquake Reported Under Key Peninsula On Tuesday

The U.S. Geological Survey reports the earthquake occurred at 1!:41 a.m., under Key Center.

Cooking the Budget: Bake Your Way to a Lower Grocery Bill

Take a bite out of your grocery bill and preserve the flavors of summer through winter with these simple recipes.

CWA FREE FAMILY CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS: RECESS MONKEY

All Ages Art Contest! $175 gift card for 1st Prize Winners!

What’s the Going Rate for a Generator?

Don’t feel like reliving the pioneer days this storm season? A generator is your best bet, but what does it cost to keep your life up and running?

9,000 Calories... And An Antenna Topper

Enumclaw's Jack In the Box restaurant was Beau Chevassus' place for the World's Most Expensive Fast Food Burger.

NFL Bowling League

FREE Dance Performance Today at 5 pm

UP Weather: Another Sunny Weekend, with Partial Clouds

It's going to be a nice weekend in UP - what are you up to?

Woofd2 & Skyhoundz Northwest Regional Championship Comes to Cirque Park

The Skyhoundz World Championship Qualifier is coming to Cirque Park on Saturday, August 17, 2013.

"Impressions" Featured at DTNW's "Art Inspires Art" Presentation Aug 17th

How One Family Spent Under $100 on a Theme Park Trip

What happens when a family of four tries to manage expenses at a theme park?

Community Update

Community Update

Huge 6 family Garage Sale

“Take A Warrior Fishing” set for September 14 on Lake Washington

Brown Bear “Free Car Wash Day,” Aug. 22

Bartell Drugs’ “School Tools for Kids in Need” through August 31

Junk in the Trunk

'Little Free Library' Comes to Fircrest Tot Lot

Visit the Fircrest Tot Lot to find free books that young children can read and enjoy.

Chambers Creek Road at 64th Street to Get Turn Lanes: Yay or Nay?

Pierce County officials said they will be adding designated left and right turn lanes on Chambers Creek Road to relieve traffic congestion in University Place.

CHS Choir Director Seeking Help For Daughter's Brain Tumor

Maari Dickerson, daughter of Curtis High choral director Dave Dickerson, needs critical care for a tumor in her spine. Here's their story and how you can help.