Harbor Greens in University Place Preps For Early March Opening

The owners say they'll be bringing about 30 jobs to University Place. They plan to start accepting applications on-site beginning Feb. 1.

Tacoma City Councilman Ryan Mello Reportedly Arrested For Alleged DUI Over The Weekend

The Washington State Patrol says Mello didn't try to use his position to get out of it, Mynorthwest.com reports.

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Can't find a beloved family animal? Let your neighbors know.

It's Official: Galaxy University Place Theater Will Close

The Galaxy Narrows Theater in University Place will show it's last film on Thurs., Jan. 31, the Tacoma News Tribune reported Monday.

16th CAB Gets New Black Hawk Helicopters

University Place's Community Connector to JBLM got 30 new UH-60M Black hawk helicopters to replace the current UH-60L models earlier this month.

University Place's Johanna Herrera Wins Award From Everest College-Tacoma

Herrera won the 2012 Dream Award based on her perseverance through a horrific life challenge: the miscarriage of her third child. She will receive a $2,500 scholarship for an advance degree program.

University Place Man Trying To Preserve Lakewood School's Memory, One Brick At A Time

Barry Crust, who now lives in University Place, wants to sell customized bricks from the former Hudtloff Middle School building - which is being torn down - to raise money for the school.

Curtis Boys Swim Team Remains Undefeated With Win Over Gig Harbor

The Vikings downed their non-league rival, 100-86 on Tuesday. BJ Woodburry out touched the Tides in the 200 free relay by splitting a 21.7, and the Vikings swept the 100 back and 100 breast with Jacob McGoogan and Garret Friedman in their final event.

West Pierce, University Place Police Prepare To Take Over Round Table Pizza On Tuesday

Part of the proceeds from the takeover - which run 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. - will benefit University Place Community Supported Parks and Recreation.

Town Center Flag Pole Goes Up In University Place

Crews were seen raising it today of the Civic Building within the last hour.

PHOTOS: University Place's Peace Out Big Part of Lady Gaga Show In Tacoma

The group learned over the weekend that it was chosen to be the youth representative at the pop star's show at the Tacoma Dome.

University Place-Based Westside Community Bank Closed By FDIC

The lending back - which also has a branch in Puyallup - is the first bank in the state to fail in 2013.

UPDATE: South Tacoma Way Closed Until Monday After Chunk Of Old SR 16 Falls

People in the vicinity of South Tacoma Way Friday afternoon are advised not to drink the water.

Cold Snap Forecast for Puget Sound

Temperatures are expected to drop into the mid-20s Thursday and Friday nights.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: Facebook User Hopes To Reunite Loose Dog With Owner

The user tells Patch that a large black dog has been running in the Chambers Creek Road area since late December.

Report Says Isaiah Thomas, Sacramento Kings Could Soon Play In Seattle

The Sacramento Bee is reporting that the team's owners - Gavin and Joe Maloof - are close to finalizing a deal to sell the Sacramento Kings to a group that would move the team to Seattle. Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson vows to fight.

Curtis Boys Basketball Is Rolling

The Vikings improved their record to 12-1 following a 84-54 victory at Graham-Kapowsin on Tuesday night. Their last loss was Dec. 11 to unbeaten Federal Way.

Tacoma Public Utilities Reports Another Incident Of Someone Posing As Fake Employee

This time, the incident happened in the North End of Tacoma. A man said he wanted to talk to customer because he was doing electrical work that affects the lines feeding into her house. She didn't let him inside of her house.

Family Of Moped Rider Hit, Killed By University Place Police Officer Settles For $1.65 Million

The attorney for the family of Dale Neel says the crash could have been prevented. Pierce County says it's deeply sorry for the family's loss, but the crash was determined to be "non-preventable."

Gift Cards for Guns: King County Launches New Buyback Program, Pierce County Could Follow

The first anonymous buyback will take place Jan. 26 in downtown Seattle. Pierce County has no plans yet for a similar program, although leaders are considering it.

Wind Advisory Issued for University Place

Local sustained winds of 30-35 mph and gusts of 45-50 mph are likely, which could bring down small trees and branches and cause local power outages, according to the National Weather Service Seattle.

Man Who Allegedly Kidnapped, Shot Mother Of His Child Charged

The incident occurred Friday, when authorities spotted him on South 19th Street. The Pierce County Prosecutor's Office charged Meko Jones, 37, today. Bail is set at $500,000.

University Place Could See Snow Thursday, Weekend

The mountain passes, meanwhile, are expected to get heavy snow on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Local Comedy Show 'The (206)' Premieres Saturday

John Keister and Pat Cashman of "Almost Live" fame are back with a new sketch comedy that pokes fun at the Seattle area.

UPS Student From University Place Part Of Trio That Will Perform In San Francisco Festival

Pianist Jinshil Yi, a member of the Trio Consonare, will perform in the prestigious Yehudi Menuhin Chamber Music Festival later this month.

Mother Of Shaken Baby Charged With Criminal Mistreatment

Robin Ross, 40, allegedly left her infant child in the care of her 14-year-old son while she was out smoking crack cocaine. The older child assaulted the infant, causing permanent brain damage.

YouTube User Claims University Place Comprised Of Secret Sects And Rich, White People (VIDEO)

The video is titled "Dec 2012 Special: Whitie Town Documentary University Place, WA Part 2." User InformationUneed, who appears to be a woman, narrates the video as she drives through the city.

Make Blogging on Patch a New Year's Resolution

If one of your New Year's resolutions is to write more, inspire others and get active in your community, Patch has a great platform for you.

Clouds May Obscure Views of Quadrantids Meteor Shower

The first meteor shower of 2013 peaks early Thursday.

What Would You Improve in University Place in 2013?

If you could make a New Year's resolution for University Place, what would it be?

Click! Cable TV Customers Won't Have KOMO Beginning At Midnight

After negotiating for months, the utility says the Fisher Communications' rates are too high, and the two sides are still at an impasse. That means customers in Tacoma, University Place and other parts of Pierce County won't have Channel 4.

Shot In The Face And Charged With Burglary

It hasn't been a fun couple months for Christopher Rhodes, 20, who was shot while allegedly breaking into a Tacoma-area home.

Former Curtis Star Isaiah Thomas Scores Season-High 27 Points Against Boston Celtics (VIDEO)

Making his second start in six weeks, Thomas led the team in scoring, as well as four rebounds, five assists and a steal in 40 minutes.

How Much of a Bite Could the 'Fiscal Cliff' Take Out of Your Paycheck?

President, Congress have just a few days to avert automatic tax increases and spending cuts.

New State Law Prompts You To Think Before You Dig In 2013

The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commision says excavators and utilities must report any damage to underground facilities within 45 days. Multiple violations within a three-year period could result in $5,000 fines.

REPORT: Cost Less Pharmacy Customers To Get Prescriptions Filled At University Place Walgreens

The News Tribune is reporting that the pharmacy portion of the Fircrest business will transfer its prescriptions at the Walgreens Pharmacy at 2650 Bridgeport Way W.

Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf Dies, According To Report. How Will You Remember Him?

The Associated Press is reporting that the man who commanded the U.S.-led international coalition that drove Saddam Hussein's forces out of Kuwait in 1991 died Thursday in Tampa Bay, FL. He was 78.

Pierce County Boy One Of Three People Who Died From Influenza, State Says

The State Health Department is reporting that the Pierce County boy died in December. The two other deaths involved elderly residents from King County.

Native American Protesters Occupy Tacoma Mall Food Court

About 100 Native Americans were escorted out of the Tacoma Mall Wednesday afternoon after a peaceful protest in the food court over proposed legislation in Canada.

McDreamy To The Rescue: Reports Say Actor Patrick Dempsey Wants To Save Bankrupt Tully's

The "Grey's Anatomy" star is reportedly leading a group that's interested in purchasing the Seattle-based chain, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.