University Place Attorney To Speak About "Fighting The Erosion Of Basic Constitutional Freedoms"

Steve O'Ban will speak Sept. 8.

Low Tide Will Affect Pierce County Ferry Service Labor Day Weekend

There will be load restrictions on large vehicles.

FROM PATCHES NEARBY: Pierce County Appeals $2.2 Million Jury Award In Pit Bull Lawsuit

The county filed a notice of appeal Wednesday, announcing its intent to challenge a Pierce County jury's decision to hold the county response for $928,500 of the total damages awarded to the injured plaintiff over the 2007 attack in her home.

FROM PATCHES NEARBY: Lakewood's City Council Joins Forces With Neighbors To Discuss Flood Control District Reformation

Steilacoom and Dupont leaders weigh in on how Pierce County residents should be taxed if a new district is formed by winter 2012.

Chambers Creek Properties Will Get A New Trail Segment

The East Slope Trail segment - which will open in a month or so — will connect the Grandview Trail near the Environmental Services Building to lower Chambers Creek Road.

Fair Housing Seeks Secret Shoppers

The group is looking for people to serve as testers who attempt to rent or purchase a home, which could help determine if they're are treated fairly.

City Celebrates Completion Of Grandview Safety Project

The improvements include sidewalks, pavement, streetlights, bike lanes and a pair of speed radar signs.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: Mayor Goes Over Drive-Through Regulations, Park Updates

As expected, drive-throughs will be allowed in certain areas south of the Town Center project.

ELECTION: West Pierce Levy Passing; Nye And Campbell Lead In Race For City Council

The replacement levy is leading by a 2-to-1 ratio.

FROM PATCHES NEARBY: High-Speed Railway Continues To Worry Lakewood Folks

The proposed Point Defiance Bypass train route, if approved, would route Amtrak passenger trains through Lakewood and Tillicum en route to Portland. Passenger trains currently run through University Place, Steilacoom and Ruston.

Primary Election is Tuesday: Where Do I Turn In My Ballot?

West Pierce Fire & Rescue is offering a box for voters who want to drop off their ballots. University Place residents will decide who moves onto the general election in September in one City Council race.

Introducing Dispatches: The Changing American Dream

Patch is starting a conversation about how neighbors and businesses are adjusting to these trying times. Pieced together with stories from almost 900 Patch sites across the country, these stories should paint a portrait of the American Dream.

FROM PATCHES NEARBY: Goats And Sheep Have Been Removed From Sumner's Retention Ponds

Goats and sheep have become ill while others have died likely due to well-meaning passersby that fed them.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: Mayor Lists Other Projects Funded By Local Revitalization Funding

The project all involve the Civic Building or Market Square at Town Center.

State Issues Health Alert On Shellfish Toxin

State Department of Health (DOH) officials warn consumers of possible symptoms after eating contaminated shellfish.

Washam Recall Petition Filed

The committee trying to oust Assessor-Treasurer Dale Washam filed a total of 5,546 petition pages, containing an estimated 65,495 signatures.

DIS-PATCHES NEARBY: Waughop Lake Closed Because Of Toxic Algae

The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department shut down the lake because toxic levels of an algae could pose risk to animals and humans. Boating, swimming and fishing has been banned indefinitely.

DIS-PATCHES NEARBY: Lakewood Says No To Growing, Dealing Or Toking Medical Marijuana

City officials are not interested in issuing business licenses for collective gardens or any illegal act under federal law.

Most Fishing, Hunting License Fees to Increase Sept. 1

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife says the increases are expected to generate about $8 million annually.

Celebrate The Library's Kids Area This Saturday

The Pierce County Library Foundation helped secure $25,000 for improvements via the Pepsi Refresh Project.

Health Department: Pierce County Saw A Sharp Whooping Cough In July

Officials recommend immunizations for all and vigilance with ongoing coughs.

Meet Christine Kilduff, Candidate For The University Place School Board

The incumbent is running unopposed for Position 1.

Meet Carl Mollnow, Candidate For University Place City Council

He is running for Position 6 against Ken Campbell and Chris Nye.

Meet Caroline Belleci, Candidate For University Place City Council

She is running against Howard Lee for Position 7.

Chambers Bay In Final Four Of Golf Digest's Best Public Course Tournament

In this round, the University Place golf course, home of the 2015 U.S. Open, faces Wolf Creek of Nevada. Fans can vote on Golf Digest's website.

Council Approves Police Station Construction At Town Center

The second-story, 5,000-square-foot space at the Town Center Civic Building is scheduled to be ready by the end of November.

Meet Howard Lee, Candidate For University Place City Council

He is running for Position 7 against Caroline Belleci.

University Place City Council Recognizes Jennifer Robinson

The recreation supervisor of the University Place Senior Center was recognized for her innovation in helping seniors an active lifestyle.

Announcing The King And Queen Of The Crib

In case you missed it, Social Security has announced the top baby names for boys and girls in 2010 for both the country and Washington State. And the winners are …

Meet Steve Smith, Candidate For University Place City Council

He is running for Position 2 against Kent Keel.

Meet Ken Campbell, Candidate For University Place City Council

Campbell is running for Position 6.

Meet Kent Keel, Candidate For University Place City Council

Keel is running for Position 2 against Steve Smith.

Meet Chris Nye, Candidate For University Place City Council

Nye is vying for Position 6 on the University Place City Council.

ELECTION 2011: What To Expect With This Year's Ballot In Pierce County

What is new in this year's Pierce County election?

University Place Will Receive Money To Improve Bridgeport

The Puget Sound Regional Council selected the project as one of several to receive federal funding this week.

Parks & Rec Spotlight: Tony West

Tony West is the newest of Parks & Rec's trio of full-time staffers. He began in 2008, and recently received his associate's degree from Tacoma Community College.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: Klosowski Recaps City Council's Drive-Through Vote

The mayor says city officials found a compromise with developers while maintaining the pedestrian-friendly vision of the Town Center development that officials made almost a decade ago.

Meet Nick Tennison, Candidate For The University Place School Board

Tennison is running for Position 3 against Annie Fitzsimmons

No Narrows Bridge Rate Increase For One Year

The Kitsap Sun reports that WSDOT says the toll rates for the Tacoma Narrows Bridge won't be increased until next July because of various glitches in the system.

University Place Festival Will Help The City Celebrate Its Sweet 16

Organizers say the best part of the Aug. 6 event is its entirely volunteer and community supported.