Thousands Gather for Romney Rally in Bellevue

About 2,000 people gathered at the Highland Community Center in Bellevue to support Mitt Romney, vying to be the GOP nominee for president.

POLL: Senior US Congressman Norm Dicks Will Not Seek Re-Election

The longtime lawmaker says he and his wife have decided to "change gears and enjoy life at a different pace."

Caucuses Wrapped Up; Washington Republican Straw Poll Results Coming Tonight

Join University Place Patch as we cover the day's activities, starting at 9 a.m.

ISAIAHWATCH: Thomas Shares NBA Rookie of the Month Honors

The former Curtis and University of Washington star has been filling up the stat sheet since getting the starting nod for the Sacramento Kings.

University Place Woman Shares Her Memories of Tony Radulescu

Mary Parsons shared a great story with Patch about the time she first met the Washington State Patrol trooper. She watched as a caravan that included a car carrying the slain officer's body left Lakewood bound for Kent.

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Hundreds of law enforcement will snake through Kitsap County - where slain WSP Trooper Tony Radulescu worked and lived - then drive to Joint Base Lewis-McChord before finally ending at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

"Shaman" Recommended for University Place Library

A Pierce County Library System committee recommends that local artist Agnes McLin's batik assemblage piece for the library's Karen Bellamy Reading Lounge.

MAP: Procession, Funeral For Slain Trooper Tony Radulescu Set For Thursday

The procession will start in Silverdale, rendezvous at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and end at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

What You Need To Know About Saturday's Republican Caucus

For University Place, the caucus will take place at Curtis Junior High.

UPDATE: WSDOT To Close 38th Street Exit on Interstate 5 on Weeknights Through March 16

The work involves installing temporary highway lighting for the Highway 16 Eastbound Nalley Valley project.

TCC's Mark McLaughlin Finishes Regular Season the Nation's Highest Scorer

The sophomore from Bothell finished with an average of 28.4 points per game, tops among the community college ranks.

VIDEO: Slain Trooper Tony Radulescu Remembered; Memorial Set For Thursday in Kent

Hundreds gathered in Port Orchard to remember the Washington State Patrol trooper who was killed during an overnight traffic stop Feb. 23.

This Is The Nicest Snow Anyone's Ever Seen

University Place was treated to an un-February-like dose of sun Monday. But the National Weather Service predicts that the Puget Sound could still see some white stuff Tuesday.

WOOFD2 Disc Catching Coming Back To University Place on May 5

The group's Spring Fling for canines and canine-lovers will be at Cirque Park.

Gregoire Requests Federal Disaster Help for Winter Storm Damage

Preliminary assessments found an estimated $32.3 million in potential damage across the state caused by snow, freezing rain, power outages and other havoc caused by the storm.

Voting Closed for Best of Monday Poll

You get to pick: Where is the best place in University Place to go for teriyaki?

Curtis Grad Andrea Geubelle Nabs Triple Jump Crown in Big 12 Championships

The University Place native's overall mark of 44-07 feet was a University of Kansas record and an NCAA best this season. She also earned an automatic bid to the NCAA championships.

Wind, Rain and Snow For Puget Sound

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory through tonight. On Sunday, a mix of rain and snow is possible.

Fund For Slain Washington State Patrol Trooper Established at Key Bank

The account is meant to assist the family of Tony Radulescu during their time of need, according to WSP. The agency also asks people not set up roadside memorials near the crime scene on Highway 16.

Best of Series Launches Monday

Vote in our weekly "Best of" poll. Results posted on Fridays.

GET OUT: Flutist Gary Stroutsos, Spaghetti and Cage-Fighting on This Weekend's Menu

Check out Patch's picks for the top activities and hot spots to hit in and around University Place this weekend.

Easter Egg Hunt Coming to Cirque Park on April 7

The fundraiser - which was held for the first time last Easter - will benefit the March of Dimes.

Flood Watch In Effect For Parts of Western Washington

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Pierce, Thurston, King Snohomish and Lewis Counties.

UPDATED: WSP Identifies Trooper Killed During Overnight Stop Near Port Orchard; Suspect Dead

The Washington State Patrol has identified the fallen trooper as Tony Radulescu, assigned to the state patrol office in Bremerton. The suspected gunman is believed to be dead, according to the Kitsap Sun.

VIEWFINDER: Tacoma Community College Honors Veterans

The school near University Place honored those who've served in the military with its second-annual Veteran's Recognition Ceremony.

Join in on Pierce County READS

The largest free reading event involves thousands of people coming together as a community and reading copies of the same book at the same time.

Report: Sounders FC U-23 Haven't Settled on Curtis

The team had to establish Curtis as a placeholder,but nothing is final.

WATCH: Final Moments of Curtis' Victory Over Olympia

The Vikings will face Union on Friday at Auburn High School.

JBLM: New York-Based Group Helping To Bring Home Soldier's Rescued Dog From Afghanistan

The solder rescued the stray dog in Afghanistan. However, the dog, "Trigger" had to stay back when his adopted owner returned to Joint Base Lewis-McChord. A soldier's family and the "Guardians of Rescue" group want to reunite them.

Presidents' Day: What's Open, What's Closed

In observance of Presidents' Day, many government offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20.

WRESTLING: Kadyn Del Toro Takes Second in State

The Curtis senior fell in the championship match to KW Williams of Thomas Jefferson in the 2012 Mat Classic XXIV at the Tacoma Dome.

Local Students Make Gonzaga President's List

The students earned a 3.7 g.p.a or better.

Lewis Army Museum's $9.6 Million Worth of Renovations Complete

It will be open a limited basis, from noon to 4 p.m. on Thursdays.

ISAIAHWATCH: Linsanity and First NBA Start

Former Curtis and University of Washington star Isaiah Thomas got caught up in Linsanity this past week.

Curtis High Grad Eric Ankrim's Name Up in Lights at 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle

Ankrim is playing the lead role in the theater's production of "Oklahoma!" After that, he'll play the lead role in "First Date."

OPINION, VIEWFINDER: UP Community Supported Parks and Rec Celebrates Fundraiser in Style

More than 100 people attended the fund-raising gala for the group that supports the community's parks and rec programs.

VIDEO: Ron Paul Electrifies Raucous Crowd in SeaTac

Hundreds of rabid supporters sardined themselves into the Grand Ballroom at the DoubleTree Inn to hear his messages of smaller government and restoration of individual freedom.

POLL: Seattle, King County Announce Proposal For $500 Million Arena For NBA, NHL

Led by Seattle native Chris Hansen, the proposed arena in the city's SoDo District would be paid for via $290 million in private investment and $200 million via admission taxes and other revenue generated by the facility.

2/2 Stryker Brigade Headed To Afghanistan

The deployment - which will take place in the spring - is the first to Afghanistan for Joint Base Lewis-McChord's 2nd Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division.

Comedy, Music and Winter Youth Theatre Performances This Weekend In the South Sound

Check out our picks for the top activities and hot spots to hit this weekend in and around University Place.