QUESTION: Should The City Rezone Parcel To Avoid Mining?

The University Place Planning Commission is holding a public hearing tonight on a proposed rezone that would prompt the owner - who says he has rights to mine the property - to use it for something else.

U.S. Rep. Dave Reichert to Speak at Pierce County Export Forum in University Place

The event runs from 8 a.m. to noon, Sept. 28, at the Environmental Services Building at Chambers Creek Properties.

REPORT: West Nile Virus Cases Jump 40 Percent in One Week

The Washington Post reports that more cases are expected to be reported. The Centers For Disease Control report a total of 1,590 cases of West Nile virus disease in people, including 66 deaths.

ELECTION: Recount Shows Ken Grassi Edges Sharon Benson For Pierce County Council District 4

The final tally showed the University Place Mayor edging Benson by 43 votes, or .21 percent. He will face Connie Ladenburg in the November general election.

What Should The State Do With McNeil Island?

You can learn about its plans Tuesday at an open house at the Environmental Services Building.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: Changing University Place's Name Not Worth The Trouble

University Place City Councilman Javier Figueroa writes that the city does not have an identity issue and should not consider changing its name to Chambers Bay.

Auditor Orders Ballot Recount in Ken Grassi, Sharon Benson County Council Race

The final results, which were certified Tuesday, show the two candidates for Pierce County Council District 4 separated by 41 votes. Grassi had 4,536 votes while Benson had 4,495 votes. The winner will face Connie Ladenburg.

DISCUSSION: Romney Selects Ryan as Running Mate

The Wisconsin Congressman is seen by many to be a rising star of the Republican party.

NJ Gov. Chris Christie Rallies Washington Republicans at McKenna Event

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was the featured speaker at a Washington State Republican Party unity rally.

Did You Vote? Pierce County Receives 36 Percent of Ballots

Pierce County primary voter turnout was low this year, with only a quarter of the voting population turning in their ballot on Tuesday.

ELECTION 2012: Heck Way Ahead Of The Field In The 10th Congressional District

Initial results show Dick Muri of Steilacoom is coming in second, according to the Washington Secretary of State's Office. University Place's Stan Flemming is a distant third.

(UPDATED) ELECTION 2012 RESULTS: 28th District

Here are results for selected Pierce County races in the 28th District.

(UPDATE) Election 2012: Pierce County Primary Results

Connie Ladenburg still leads in the race for Pierce County Council, District 4. Ken Grassi gained a bit of ground against Sharon Benson.

Pac-12 Digital Network Set To Launch Aug. 15

Comcast subscribers will get Pac-12 television, and the launch of the digital network combines "broadcast and internet-delivered content for the most immersive and engaging fan experience ever," said Gary Stevenson, president of Pac-12 Enterprises.

ELECTION 2012 RESULTS: Initial Pierce County Results Show Heck, Muri Leading In 10th District

The state's Top Two primary means any candidate, regardless of their preferred party, can run for the general election in November.

Lakewood's Freedom Bridge Near JBLM Getting $5.7 Million In Improvements From Pentagon

Improvements will include an additional eastbound ramp to the bridge, a second left-turn lane to the I-5 southbound off-ramp, upgrades to traffic signs and additional pedestrian facilities for increased public safety.

Here’s How to Cast Your Primary Election Ballot in University Place

Mail-in ballots must be postmarked Tuesday or dropped off at a drop-off location by 8 p.m.

REPORT: McKenna, Inslee to Spar In Two More Gubernatorial Debates

Pair will meet Aug. 29 in Vancouver and Oct. 2 in Yakima. Other debates may come later, but the campaigns have not worked out specifics.

HALLELUJAH! Tourists Can Bring Those Snow Globes On Airplanes Now

TSA allowing snow globes in carry-on luggage provided that they contain no more than a tennis ball's worth of liquid -- and fit into a requisite 3-1-1 bag.

Whooping Cough Booster Shots Studied as Statewide Epidemic Passes 3,000 Cases

In Pierce County, more than 400 cases of pertussis have been reported so far this year.

Denny Heck Receives Times' Endorsement For 10th Congressional District

Unlike in some of the races contested in Washington’s August 7th top-two primary, the paper did not endorse a candidate from each party and instead chose to only endorse Heck, according to his campaign office.

Register To Vote Via Facebook? Washington State Will Allow It Starting Next Week

Washington state first allowed voters to register and update their information online in 2008. It'll be the first state to launch a Facebook application that will allow Washington state residents to register to vote.

ELECTION: Deadline to Register to Vote in August Primary is Today

Today's the deadline to register to vote, and Pierce County has options to get you signed up for the August primary.

ELECTION: Pierce County Auditor Answers Your Election Questions

Tuesday, Aug. 7 is election day, and Julie Anderson has the answers to your questions.

ELECTION: Times Gives Rob McKenna Endorsement For Washington State Governor

The state's largest newspaper says the Republican nominee has a deep understanding of state issues, more so than Democratic candidate Jay Inslee.

Adam Smith Releases Statement on Congress Holding Eric Holder in Contempt

This vote achieved nothing and was done to prove a political point, according to the Washington Democrat. Congress cast the vote that stemmed from the federal government's "Operation Fast and Furious."

REACTION: U.S. Supreme Court Upholds President Obama's Health Care Law

Gov. Christine Gregoire, gubernatorial candidate Rob McKenna and others reacted to the historic ruling.

Planning Commission Meeting

Parks and Recreation Commission

Economic Development Commission Meeting

Santa is Coming to U.P. on a Fire Engine

University Place Firefighters Annual Christmas Project

Public Safety Commission Meeting

Town Center Hard Hat Tours

City of UP Special Council Meeting

Making a Difference in UP Parks

Switch, Save & Recycle

Switch, Save & Recycle

Candiate forum

Fire Department Fall Fun Day