Army Releases Information on Joint Base Lewis-McChord's Barett McNabb

The Sgt. 1st Class with the 562nd Engineer Company, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division of Chino Valley, AZ died Tuesday in Khakrez, Afghanistan.

POLL: Are Americans Getting Dumber?

A series of recent "duh" moments is prompting us to ask. (No joke)

Steilacoom Farmers Market Kicks Off Season With Flowers, Fruit and Friends

Wednesday market runs through Aug. 29 and features everything from frozen treats to fleece hats for kids of all ages.

TROOPER TONY REMEMBERED (PART THREE): "It’s So Hard Not Having Him There"

Gina Miller says she isn't satisfied with the penalties for the people who helped the man who killed her boyfriend, Washington State Patrol Trooper Tony Radulescu. She is also still trying to cope with his loss.

Battle of the Bands Initial Rounds Set For This Weekend

The entrants in University Place's second-annual competition are vying for a chance to play at Curran Apple Orchard on June 28.

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.

Washington State Patrol Identifies Man Found Dead in Elbe

A pedestrian out for a walk found 29-year-old Michael Anikusko’s body and his motorcycle over an embankment and alerted authorities.

Lakewood Police Searching For Stabbing Suspect

Miguel Valdivia-Cabrera, 19, is suspected of stabbing his roommate while on some type of drug.

Local Children's Shoe Company Linked to Import of Lead Tainted Shoes

Woodinville-based See Kai Run quickly reached out to customers after discovering some of its shoes were part of a tainted shipment from China.

TROOPER TONY REMEMBERED (PART TWO): "You Will Be Judged"

Tony Radulescu was the type of cop who wanted to educate violators. He was also the man Gina Miller loved. She spoke directly to one of the six people who tried to help his killer, Joshua Blake, escape after the shooting.

Summer Reading Lists for Kids Ages 6-9

Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Terrific Transitional” books from James Patterson.

Scaparrotti, Troxell, I Corps Soldiers Return To Joint Base Lewis-McChord Today

The I Corps headquarters staff will arrive at Gray Army Airfield aboard an Air Force C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 62nd Airlift Wing at JBLM-McChord Field.

Summer Reading Lists for Kids Ages 8-12

Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Favorite Pageturners” from James Patterson.

Summer Reading List for Tweens and Teens, 11-up

Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. Here, James Patterson’s summer reading picks for tweens and teens, ages 11-up.

Summer Reading Lists for Preschoolers and Kids Ages 2-7

Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check out this list of The Best Illustrated books from James Patterson.

POLL: Are You Buying Cheaper, Unhealthier Foods?

The Huffington Post reports that Americans are spending less money on groceries these days, and a bigger share of what they do buy is processed food. So we ask you, Patch users, is the pinch in your wallet forcing you to buy cheaper, unhealthy foods?

Phoenix Warrior Tournament Coming To American Lake Veterans Course on Thursday

The event is designed specifically for Joint Base Lewis-McChord's Warrior Transition Battalion. Nearly 100 WTB soldiers and support staff are expected to participate in the two session, 18-hole tournament.

Curtis Products Courtney Thompson and Aelish Lambert Help Club Capture National Title

They helped the Commencement Bay Rowing Club Women claim the national title at the US Rowing Youth National Championships last week in Oak Ridge, TN.

TROOPER TONY REMEMBERED (PART ONE): "I've Gotta Go Stop Some Cars"

Washington State Patrol Trooper Tony Radulescu always called girlfriend Gina Miller before and after his shift as long as they had been dating. At least that was the case until Feb. 23.

State Reminds People That Purchasing Fireworks Over The Internet Is Illegal

In Washington State, fireworks must be purchased from a licensed retail fireworks stand during the legal sales period.

COMING TUESDAY: Patch Profiles Slain Trooper's Girlfriend Over Three Days

Gina Miller of DuPont, who works at the Washington State Patrol office near Lakewood, shared her story with Patch. The story comes as the only person to witness Trooper Tony Radulescu take a bullet Feb. 23 is sentenced in court.

GRADUATION: Post Your Photos and You Could Win a $20 Gift Certificate To The Freeze

Patch wants this year's grads from Curtis High, as well as other University Place grads, to post their pics.

Curtis High Product To Take Over As Lakes Boys Basketball Coach

Nick Jensen has taught P.E. at the school for six years, but has spent the last 11 seasons as an assistant coach in Tacoma.

"onthotherside"

Instagram user madybean snapped this shot from Puget Sound.

University Place, Fircrest and Tacoma Students Earn Degree From Gonzaga University

They participated in the school's commencement ceremony May 13 in Spokane's Veterans' Memorial Arena

QUESTION: What's The Worst Intersection in University Place?

Although UP might not be as congested as other parts of the South Sound, Patch wonders if there are any intersections you try to avoid.

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.

Curtis Girls' Improbable Run To A State Title

A first-year coach, a lack of cohesion and other factors were some of the Vikings' early obstacles. However, Coach Sarah Burns got her athletes to buy into her philosophy that track and field is a team sport.

COMING THIS WEEKEND: Curtis Girls Track Overcomes Hurdles En Route To State Title

Toward the end, the girls competed as a cohesive unit, but first-year Coach Sarah Burns — a former Curtis track-and-field star herself — will admit that wasn't always the case this past season.

Pierce County Ferries Planning For Fourth of July Week

Expect higher traffic around the Steilacoom terminal.

Yard-Sale Season is Getting Underway: Post Yours On University Place Patch

Sellers can reach a local audience and buyers can browse. It's free and easy.

Soldier From Walla Walla Dies in Afghanistan Helicopter Crash

1st Lt. Mathew G. Fazzari, 25, was assigned to the 1st Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, NC.

E.T., Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium's Favorite Walrus, is Turning The Big Three-Oh

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium marks a milestone for the iconic marine mammal who came to Tacoma in 1982 as a 155-pound orphan from Alaska’s North Slope; he’s now a 3,450-pound community treasure

LIQUOR: Was It A Good Or Bad First Week of Private Sales?

It's been a week since liquor sales were privatized. There have been varying reports as to whether customers are satisfied. We ask you, University Place Patch users, how has the first week gone?

LinkedIn Users, Beware: Spammers Preying On Site's Security Breach

Passwords to business oriented social-networking site were among the 6.46 million posted on the Internet earlier this week.

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.

POLL: Will You Cheer For the Seattle Sup ... Wait ... Oklahoma City Thunder in the Finals?

The region's former NBA basketball team earned a trip to the finals Wednesday with a victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

The Freeze Offers Deal To Its Facebook Fans

The University Place frozen yogurt shop is offering a special deal for connected customers Thursday.

Isaiah Thomas To Hold Elite Skills Basketball Camp June 25-28

The former Curtis and University of Washington star, now a member of the NBA's Sacramento Kings, is leading the camp at the Henry T. Schatz Boys & Girls Club near University Place.