Roll Call Gives 10th Congressional Candidate Denny Heck A Big Nod

Roll Call contributing writer Stuart Rothenberg wrote that the Olympia Democrat is a "thoughtful, no-nonsense legislator whose generally liberal views should fit his district."

State Police Police and Sheriffs Council Endorses Dick Muri

The Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs gave the nod to Muri, who is running for the 10th Congressional District.

ELECTION: Stan Flemming Releases Statement on Supreme Court's Ruling on Arizona Immigration Law

The key to remember when discussing illegal immigration is that is it just that: illegal, the University Place Republican says.

VIDEO: Pierce County TV Highlights University Place's Slashing of Traffic Impact Fees

Officials hope the drop of 20 percent to, in some cases, all of the fees of traffic mitigation will spur new business and commerce.

Stan Flemming Gets Endorsement From Secretary of State Sam Reed

Flemming is running for the newly formed 10th Congressional District, which includes University Place.

POLL: Who Do You Believe When It Comes To University Place's Finances?

A reported squabble over words between the City of University Place and 10th Congressional candidate Dick Muri is another sign that political season has definitely arrived.

Pierce County To Hold Open House On Grandview Sewer Project Next Monday

Visitors can learn more about the work along Grandview Drive West, along with ask questions. The open house starts at 5:30 p.m.

VIEWFINDER: Battle Of The Bands at University Place City Hall

The initial rounds took place today.

Congressional Candidate Stan Flemming Gets Military Endorsements

The candidate for the 10th Congressional District got the nod from Major General Ed Trobaugh, along with Major General Carmony, as well as several other retired General Officers in the 10th District area.

Groundbreaking For Five-Story Mixed-Use Building Set For Next Friday

The building that will offer apartments units and first-floor retail space marks the first private development at the Town Center project.

Pierce County to Mail Property Value Notices June 22

The vast majority of the notices - 95 percent of the total - will show a reduction in value from 2011, Pierce County says.

10th Congressional Candidate Dick Muri Gets Key Endorsements

The Washington State Farm Bureau and the Pierce County Corrections Guild say they're both supporting the Lakewood Republican.

First McKenna-Inslee Gubernatorial Debate Tuesday: Here's How to Watch

The first gubernatorial debate between candidates Rob McKenna and Jay Inslee will be on Tuesday in Spokane, but you can watch live on TVW. Here's how.

REPORT: More U.S. Troops Currently Dying From Suicide Than War

The New York Times reports that even as the military withdraws from overseas conflicts, the suicide rate has spiked with 154 suicides among active-duty troops through last Thursday. By contrast, 124 U.S. soldiers died in combat during the same period.

University Place Woman One of Washington's Delegates at Democratic National Convention

A poignant moment involving her husband led Robyn Stevenson to become politically active.

Same-Sex Marriage Foes Submit Signatures to Put Law to Vote

Same sex marriage, which was approved by the legislature earlier this year, appears to be headed for the November ballot box, opponents put gathered enough signatures to put the law on ballot

University Place City Council to Discuss Town Center Broker Agreement

The city proposes signing an agreement with Kidder Matthews & Segner Inc., for Lot 9

WHATDYA THINK? Pierce County Wants Your Feedback on New Website

Pierce County is launching a new design for its website. Take a survey to tell them what you think.

Get the 511 Before You Travel on the Memorial Day Weekend

WSDOT has tools you can use before traveling, and also online and by phone, to save you time and headaches this weekend.

State Liquor Store in University Place To Close Tuesday

Dozen of state-owned liquor stores are scheduled to close between Monday and Thursday.

POLL: Tacoma Narrows Bridge Tolls to Increase in July

Starting July 1, 2012, Good to Go! customers will pay $4 to cross the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.

ELECTION: University Place Candidate Filings

At the local level, three sitting members of the University Place City Council are seeking election to state and county offices.

Pierce County To Replace Leaky Day Island Sewer Pipe

Design work on the replacement pipe will begin immediately and the project is expected to be completed by the end of 2012.

ELECTION: Dick Muri Gets Bump From Tacoma Rifle & Revolver Club

He, along with gubernatorial candidate Rob McKenna, got the bump from the University Place gun club.

PTSD Diagnosis at Madigan Army Medical Center Prompts Review of Behavioral Health Care

The announcement comes following revelations that some soldiers diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder had that finding rejected during a subsequent evaluation at the Madigan.

POLL: Would You Vote For The Proposed Arena in Seattle's SODO?

The public investment to help finance the project and be repaid via arena revenue would be $200 million if both an NBA and NHL team relocates, or $120 million if only an NBA team relocates.

Final Hearing for Tacoma Narrows Bridge Toll Increase on Monday

Under the proposed toll rates, it could cost $5 by cash and $4 for Good to Go! customers.

Yoshie Wong Announces Run For State Senate

The Steilacoom School Board member is aiming for longtime Sen. Mike Carrell's seat.

Take a Free Tour of Chambers Creek Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant

The tour will be available on May 22 as part of National Public Works Week.

Public Invited To Speak At Republican Congressional Forum

Candidates in the 6th and 10th Congressional Districts will debate each other.

POLL: Obama Endorses Same-Sex Marriages

His endorsement, which came in an exclusive on ABC, marks the first time a sitting president has endorsed gay marriage. What do you think?

Washington Among States Offering The Most Rights To Gays

Five states and the District of Columbia offer a full gamut of rights to gay people, according to The Guardian.

ELECTION: 28th District Republican Shuffle Continues With Wagemann Announcement

The Lakewood Republican has his eyes set on the Pos. 2 seat held by Democrat Tami Green.

Library Board To Discuss Closing Papers For Its University Place Branch

At the end of the closing process, the library system will own the UP branch property in the Civic Building at Town Center.

POLL: What Do You Think Of The May Day Protestors?

May Day and Occupy gathering-turned-protests roiled Seattle on Tuesday. Tell us what you think.

POLL: Do You Feel Safer Flying Since Bin Laden's Death?

Security has been stepped up at airports around the world including in Sea-Tac today.

JBLM Helicopter Crash Caused By Pilot Negligence, Not Mechanical Failure

Moonlight and poor communication could have also played a role in the crash that killed four members of the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade, University Place's Community Connector to Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

ELECTION: O'Ban Makes Another Run For Legislature

The Republican is running for seat occupied by Troy Kelley, who has announced his bid for state auditor.

ELECTION: Malcolm Russell Confirms Run Against Tami Green for 28th District House

The Lakewood Republican announced his campaign run earlier but didn't specify for which seat.

Army To Establish Two-Star Headquarters at Joint Base Lewis-McChord

The new headquarters’ formal activation is scheduled for Oct. 1, but the unit’s personnel and three general officers will begin arriving early this summer.