Camp Murray Gate: Would Shifting the Main Entrance To Portland Avenue Work?

A pair of public meetings is scheduled today to discuss the proposal. The Lakewood City Council hasn't given an opinion and won't until it gets more information.

UPDATED: University Place Tweaks Drive-Through Ordinance

The new rules will keep drive-throughs out of the Town Center area, but they allow drive-throughs in Green Firs Village and Albertsons.

WSDOT: Some Transponder Users Over Tacoma Narrows Bridge Paid Regular Rates

The state and the vendor of its Good To Go! transponder announced the glitch Monday, as Electronic Transaction Consultants Corp. is working to fix a previous problem.

Just In Time For Summer, University Place's Own Spray Fountain

The water feature is part of the Market Square area at Town Center, right in front of the University Place Library.

Monday Is Deadline To Register For Next Month's Primary Election

Online and mail-in options are available through Secretary of State website. There are several key races in University Place.

Applebee's A No-Go At Town Center

Less than a year after officials trumpeted the first retail tenant at the mixed-use project, a deal collapses as public uncertainty about the project increases.

New County Council Boundaries OK'd For Pierce County

Three months of work by the bipartisan Districting Committee ended Tuesday with a 3-2 split vote and allegations of Democratic gerrymandering. The changes go into effect for the 2012 County Council election.

Meet Richard Maloney, Candidate For the University Place School Board

Rick Maloney is the incumbent and is running unopposed in the race for Position 5.

Redistricting Meeting Tonight; Decision Expected

The Pierce County Redistricting Committee is scheduled to make a decision on a new plan that sets the districts for the next 10 years. Under the proposal, University Place would be split with Gig Harbor.

Staff Proposes First Round Of State Sales Tax-Funded Projects

The improvements — all of which relate to University Place's Town Center project —total $1.26 million and would be completed within the next year.

Traffic Headaches On Interstate 5 Continue Through Monday

The state Department of Transportation is closing multiple lanes to complete the Clover Creek Bridge project.

Helicopter Will Take Radiological Readings Throughout Puget Sound

The state says the recent radiological leaks in Japan show the importance of checking radiation levels locally. The helicopter will begin surveying the area this week.

City To Test CodeRED System On Tuesday

The telephone alert system will reach household telephones at 9 a.m.

Have You Taken The Disaster Preparedness Survey?

The City Of University Place is asking residents to take the survey in the wake of the Japan earthquake.

University Place Library Scores High Marks On Survey

Most people who responded said the library is easy to find and has plenty of material to offer. The Pierce County Library System's Board of Trustees will discuss the results of the survey at its meeting next Wednesday.

Slow Go On Chambers Creek Road Next Six To Eight Months

Pierce County says work on a sewer pipe means drivers can expect delays during construction.

University Place Man Sues Former Employer For Treatment After He Returned From Deployment

Dave Axtell, for whom federal attorneys opted to file in court, alleges his trucking company wrongfully violated his rights as an Air Force reservist.

University Place Plant Receives Award (Again)

Pierce County's Wastewater Treatment Plant at Chambers Creek Properties received recognition from the state Department of Ecology for its discharge.

University Place Splits From Gig Harbor In Final Proposed Redistricting Map

Under the proposal, Councilman Stan Flemming lives outside the district he represents. University Place and Fircrest are separated from Gig Harbor.

Pierce County Council To Hold Meeting In Gig Harbor Tuesday

Officials from both University Place and Gig Harbor are scheduled to give updates

Pierce County Will Hold Three-Day Filing Period For Vacant Seats

State law requires the Pierce County Auditor's Office to hold the three-day election period for positions that don't have any candidates.

Inslee Emphasizes Job Creation in His Run for Governor

Democrat says he intends to keep businesses here and create high tech industry clusters to create job opportunities for residents across the state

MOM'S TALK: Kid & Teen Firework Safety

While the Fourth of July holiday can be fun, there are some safety concerns with fireworks that can be hazardous to kids and teens. Patch explores firework safety for families.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: Mayor Outlines Town Center Financing

Debbie Klosowski stresses that Local Revitalization Tool will not result in any tax increase.

Pierce County Council District Boundaries Could Be Done Deal

While a formal agreement on the four current proposals for re-drawing the seven districts isn't officials, whatever recommendation Districting Committee members receive June 28 essentially will determine the boundaries for the next 10 years.

Blue Postcards Mean You've Been Summoned

Pierce County has a new, more user-friendly system to let people know that they've got jury duty.

Two Of Eight Pierce County Projects To Receive State Wildlife Funding In University Place

The city will get $750,000t create the Leach Creek park, for which the city acquired land from the Tacoma School District earlier this year. It will also use $100,000 for the Playground by the Sound.

UPDATED: Two Men Arrested in Seattle Terror Plot Originally Targeted Joint Base Lewis-McChord

Abu Khalid Abdul-Latif and Walli Mujahidh were arrested Wednesday night for allegedly plotting to attack a Seattle military processing center.

Marathon Session Fails To Produce Agreement On Pierce County Voting Districts

The Pierce County Districting Committee, charged with re-drawing the seven County Council districts, has been wrestling for months with four proposals. Committee members have until July 28 to make a decision.

Smoother Sailing On Westbound Highway 16 Viaduct Begins This Weekend

The $120 million project's completion means southbound cars on Interstate 5 won't have to weave between lanes just to exit, and northbound will cross the freeway via a bridge that connects westbound.

City Council Candidate Steve Smith Explains Why He's Running

He is vying for Pos. 2 and will face Kent Keel in November.

ELECTION: Rundown Of Candidates In University Place Races

Positions fr the school board, City Council and fire district are up for grabs

City Approves Town Center Financing Amid Fireworks On The Dais

The city will get $7.5 million in sales tax revenue that would normally go to the state. The money will help pay for public improvements at Town Center.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: Mayor Shares University Place's Discussion With Cars

The City Council discussed drive-throughs in the Town Center area and electric vehicle charging stations.

University Place Launches 'Financial Outlook' Page

The city is pushing to explain its financial position to residents. Last week, City Manager Steve Sugg held an open house on the city's finances.

Pass Soon Will Be Required to Access State Parks and Rec Areas

Starting July 1, visitors can purchase a day pass or an annual pass that grants them access to nearly 7 million acres of state lands.

ELECTIONS: University Place City Council Candidate Chris Nye Says Why He's Running

The member of the University Place Economic Development Commission and founder of MLS4owners.com says his experience as a Special Forces Officer can help guide the city.

Pierce Transit Board Makes Cuts Official

Users of Route 220 through Tacoma, Fircrest and Lakewood saw service eliminated.

Town Center Financing Tool From State Not As Simple As "No New Taxes"

University Place has the option to accept $500,000 in sales tax revenue generated in the city annually for Town Center infrastructure. It requires no new tax increases and UP's wallet is safe, but some are still asking questions about the money.

E-mail To The Editor: Mayor Debbie Klosowski Recaps Town Center Financing Discussion

The tool would help redirect state money to the project's infrastructure.