FROM PATCHES NEARBY: Fundraiser for Baby with Rare Condition This Saturday in Puyallup

12-week-old Casen Buswell is one of only 14 people in the world with a painful vascular disorder and the answers are far away. Help the Buswell family this weekend at garage and bake sales in Puyallup.

Steilacoom Ferry Terminal Will Finally Reopen May 22

The terminal closed Jan. 4 for the work. A public ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for May 30.

USGA Head: 2015 U.S. Open Will Happen at Chambers Bay Golf Course in University Place

Executive Director Mike Davis spoke to 950 KJR's Ian Furness on Friday afternoon. Not only did he reiterate the USGA's commitment to a 2015 U.S. Open at Chambers Bay, but he also shared details of the construction.

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.

Soldier Who Allegedly Shot Five Military Personnel Faces Death Penalty in Court Martial at JBLM

Sgt. John Russell allegedly shot five military personnel on May 11, 2009 at the Camp Liberty Combat Stress Center in Iraq. He deployed with the the 370th Engineer Company, 54th Engineer Battalion from Bamberg, Germany, which later was assigned to JBLM.

DAVONTEWATCH: Curtis Product DaVonte Lacy To Travel To Asia As Part of U.S. Eagles Men's Basketball Team

Fresh off a successful freshman year at WSU, Lacy will join an elite team that will travel overseas from June 3 to June 17.

UPDATE: Impact Sports Postpones Coaching Clinic To Sept. 22

The event - which will feature Washington State University's Ken Bone and Western Washington (and national championship winning) Brad Jackson - was originally scheduled for June.

Missing Fircrest Toddler Shows Up at Hospital with Serious Injuries, Baby Sibling in Critical Condition After Severely Beaten

An intense search for 3-year-old Tyrone Hampton Jr. ended Thursday evening when he showed up at Mary Bridge Hospital in Tacoma. His 18-month-old brother remains in critical condition.

PICTURE OF THE DAY: Irrigation at Chambers Bay

The shot was snapped by Foursquare user Carl T.

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.

Lakewood Police Respond To Early Release of Maurice Clemmons Accomplice

The department spokesman says it is disappointed she was not required to serve out the full term of her five-year sentence.

Beware of Best Buy Texting Scam

The scam sends out a text message saying the recipient has won a $1,000 Best Buy gift card.

Two JBLM Battalions Set To Deploy To Afghanistan

The 109th Military Intelligence Battalion and the 502nd Military Intelligence Battalion are set to deploy in the spring.

Curtis Girls Water Polo Team Opens Playoffs With Big Wins

The Lady Viks ousted Peninsula and Wilson from postseason play, and they'll now face neighboring Lakes on Friday.

Battle In The Orchard Is Back - And Looking For Teen Talent

The Initial Talent Round for the teen competition is scheduled for June 16 at University Place City Hall.

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.

Lakewood Police Offering Free Adventure in Boating Class Saturday and June 9

This boating safety class satisfies the Washington State mandatory boater education law requirements that took effect January 1, 2008.

DOCUMENTS: Family of Slain Guard in Lakewood Wal-Mart Shooting Files Suit Against State

The Estate of Kurt Husted allege the state's failure to supervise Calvin Finley - convicted felon - contributed to the robbery and shooting June 2, 2009 just outside of University Place.

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.

READER'S CHOICE: Where Can You Find the Tastiest Sandwich In University Place?

Vote in our poll, let us know in the comments -- and then go grab some lunch.

Emergency Food Network Teaming With Tacoma Rainiers to Strike Out Hunger

Discount game tickets available for those participating in June 22 Strike Out Hunger event at Cheney Stadium. Attendees are asked to bring a cash or food donation.

ANDREAWATCH: Curtis Product Andrea Geubelle Takes Outdoor Big 12 Triple Jump Title

The University Place native recorded a mark of 44 feet, 2.75 inches for the University of Kansas. Now, she sets her sights on the West Regional competition and the NCAA Outdoor Championships.

JBLM To Host Annual Military Retiree Appreciation Day on Friday

Officials are expecting more than 3,000 military beneficiaries to attend the event at McChord Field.

Peace Out 5K Will Get People Chugging Along Chambers Bay For A Good Cause

The June 2 event, part of the activities for Duck Daze 2012, is the only fundraiser of the year for the University Place-based organization.

Operation: GoodJobs To Help Veterans Returning Into Civilian Life

Tacoma Goodwill is one of three agencies in the country selected to participate in a pilot program to empower military veterans with the tools they need to find employment, succeed in the workplace and permanently support their families.

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.

It's National Chocolate Chip Day Today!

Try one of these great recipes to celebrate.

What's In a (Baby) Name? Sophia, Jacob Were Most Popular In 2011

Isabella knocked from top spot, but Jacob takes top billing for the 13th year in a row on Social Security Administration's annual list.

Fire, Police To Take Over Joseppi's Italian Ristorante on Wednesday in Tacoma

The event runs from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the restaurant at 2207 N. Pearl St.

Authorities Arrest Man Suspected of University Place Home-Invasion Robbery in March

Kenneth Dwayne Bolden was arrested by Tacoma Police and is being held in Pierce County Jail on suspicion of multiple crimes, including a March 4 incident in which he allegedly robbed an elderly woman in University Place.

DUCK DAZE FESTIVAL 2012: Duck Race Could Become University Place's Newest Tradition

This year, thousands of rubber ducks will race in an artificial waterway during the June 2 event at Town Center. You can purchase a duck for $5 to secure your place in UP duck-racing history.

ALL THE SINGLE LADIES (AND GUYS): ABC Producers To Visit Renton For "Bachelor" And "Bachelorette" Casting Call

The audition will take place for four hours only on June 9 from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Applications are available online, or at any shop or restaurant at The Landing.

Free Whooping Cough Vaccinations Available Thursday for Kids, Uninsured

Those eligible can be immunized at the Lakewood WIC office.

JBLM's Armed Forces Day Scheduled For May 19

The event - which is open to the general public - will feature historical military reenactments, military vehicle displays, carnival rides, live music and entertainment, climbing wall, 10K Volksmarch, and, of course, craft and food vendors.

POLL: Do You Support Banning Texting While Walking?

As communities across the country have banned texting while driving, one New Jersey town has opted to prohibit people from doing it while walking. We ask you, Patch users, is it a good idea or is it going too far?

You Can Learn About Improvements Scheduled For Loading Lane at Steilacoom Ferry Terminal

The community meeting at 6:30 p.m. May 22 at Steilacoom Town Hall, 1717 Lafayette St. in Steilacoom. Public comments are welcome.

Washington State Patrol Sees Increase In Motorcycle Fatalites Caused By Driver

Trend seen by law-enforcement officers over the past several years; the main cause of accidents is excessive speed and inexperience.

TODAY'S FORECAST: Temps Expected To Reach The 80's in University Place

The weather will most likely dip back into the 70's by Tuesday, but it will still be sunny.

Pets of SUNDogs Member Attacked By Potentially Dangerous Dogs

Margaret Larkey says she was walking her dogs near Sunset Elementary when the two apparently stray dogs attacked. She says were it not for staff who stepped into rescue, things could have been much worse.

Maj. Gen. Stephen R. Lanza Tapped As Commander at Joint Base Lewis-McChord

He will assume commande of the 7th Infantry Division Headquarters - totaling some 17,000 soldiers - when the unit is reactivated Oct. 1.