UPDATE: CrimeStoppers Buys Cemetery Plots Next To Slain Powell Boys

After getting word that the family of suspect Josh Powell wanted him buried in the same Puyallup cemetery as the boys, the University Place-based agency bought the two surrounding plots with hope to turn them into a memorial.

Ron Paul to Visit SeaTac in Swing Through Washington State

The Republican presidential hopeful will also stop in Vancouver and Richland.

Families Unlimited Network Looking For Donations, Grocery Bags

In January the University Place food bank served 538 families and disbursed 32,038 pounds of food, which was a record number. But donations this month are low.

POLL: Pierce County Council Fighting State on E-Verify Ban

A proposal in Olympia would prohibit counties from requiring private employers to use the federal identification system to check employment status.

#HappyValentinesDay

Impress your love with more than chocolate this year with these fun and fascinating facts and superstitions that surround Valentine’s Day.

POLL: Occupy Tacoma Group Wanted To "Make Its Presence Known" During Santorum Speech

The protesters tried their hardest to interrupt the GOP presidential hopeful's speech Monday night at the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma.

VIDEO, UPDATE: Santorum Energizes Tacoma Crowd Despite Vocal Protesters

Tacoma police escorted at least two protesters out of the crowd at the Washington State History Museum. Despite the interruptions, the Republican hopeful continued to attack both President Obama and GOP challenger Mitt Romney.

Q&A with Newly Retired University Place Librarian Cindy Bonaro

The community's longtime bookworm, who began her career with the Pierce County Library System in 1975, says she wants to spend more time with her family.

POLL: Iconic Singer Whitney Houston Dead At 48

Professionally, the singer produced a long list of No. 1 hits. behind the songs, however, she was plagued with personal demons.

VALENTINE'S GIFT IDEA: Classes with Chambers Bay Executive Chef Available in March and April

Dustin Joseph and his culinary team are hosting a series of cooking and culinary classes, which are open to people age 21 and over. They take place at the Environmental Services Building at Chambers Creek Properties in University Place.

VIDEO: University Place Officially Celebrates Its New Police Department

Officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday in which officials and the public got to tour the space at the Civic Building at Town Center.

Daddy Daughter Dance, Curran Pruning Party On Tap for the Weekend

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

Asian Buffet To Fill Former Blockbuster Site

The city says it has issued a building permit for the Fortune Place Buffet, but an opening date hasn't been announced.

University Place Schools Honored By State

Sunset and Chambers Primary each received a 2011 Washington Achievement Award, which is based on assessment data.

Lakewood Police Chief: Officer Will Have Breached Trust of Officers, Public If Allegations Are True

Bret Farrar called an emergency meeting with his department Wednesday, warning them that some in the public would lump their work with the alleged actions of Officer Skeeter Manos. "Be vigilant," he told them.

You Can Drop Off Your Storm Debris This Saturday at University Place Refuse & Recycling

The reduced rate of $5 (from the normal $10) per cubic yard will still be in effect.

TIERRAWATCH: Tierra Crockrell Sets World Indoor Shot Put Record at Idaho Open

The University Place 10-year-old threw the shot put farther than anyone else her age, and she competed in three other events.

POLL: Would the South Sound Support the NBA's Return To The Northwest?

Several media outlets are reporting that Seattle has been working behind the scenes to make a push for an NBA franchise, three years removed losing its own team. Patch asks you, South Sound, whether you'd support it.

University Place Schools Getting New Tennis Courts, Covered Bleachers at Viking Stadium

Officials say tight management and a good labor environment for projects covered by an $86 million bond will allow for the improvements, hopefully by the start of next school year.

Curtis High Grad Elizabeth Beasley to Represent Tacoma in Ms Washington Plus Pageant

The University Place native's platform for the pageant is "Caring for the Caregiver."

Police Station Open House Scheduled for Thursday

The date was moved due to the January snow storm. The new police department is located on the second level of the Civic Building at Town Center.

Businesses: Claim Your Listing, Make Patch Work for You

Business owners are encouraged to claim listings in Patch Places to better promote their business and inform University PlacePatch readers.

VIEWFINDER: University Place Students, Superintendent and Public Works Honored

The University Place City Council showed some municipal love to Tomick and Torsen Necessary, Superintendent Patti Banks and the entire public works department for their extraordinary efforts.

STEILACOOM: High School Uses Goats To Eradicate Unwanted Bushes

Approximately 30 goats and 10 sheep have been hired from Goat Trimmers to assist in eradicating the blackberry bushes that border the high school athletic fields.

Motorcycle Crash Slows Commute on 27th Avenue West

West Pierce Fire & Rescue, University Place and Fircrest Police were at the scene.

City Council to Discuss Placement of Civic Building Flag Pole

University Place staff will present three options at Monday's meeting: placing the pole on the roof the of the building, in front of it and to its side.

VALENTINE'S HELP: Where Are The Best Places To Kiss in University Place?

Click the "Add" button on the map to post a marker.

Learn How To Prune Thursday at the Curran Apple Orchard

Master Garnenders will provide free instruction during a pruning class at United Church Fellowshop Hall.

POLL: What Was Your Favorite Super Bowl Commercial?

In what has become an annual tradition, some people look forward more to the commercials than the big game. I'll be posting some here. Vote and discuss which ones hit and which ones missed.

Rolling 253 Enjoys First Friday Skate Night

The Fircrest rink, which re-opened under a new name and management, held its grand opening party Friday night.

VIEWFINDER: Joint Base Lewis-McChord Celebrates First Combined College Graduation

It was the first time the base has celebrated both Army and Air Force personnel since it merged what was then-Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base. Today's event took place at Clover Park Technical College in Lakewood.

CONTRIBUTE/POLL: Patch Editors Give Their Super Bowl Picks - And So Can You

Users can win a Patch prize pack by giving their best and most creative reasons why either the Patriots or Giants will come out on top.

Some Social Security Tax Tips For University Place Residents

Tax time is right around the corner.

Northwest Trek Reopens Feb. 17

The recent storms played havoc in many areas of the park. However, crews - both two- and four-legged - have worked to get it ready for President's Day weekend. This female beaver played its part.

Wine, Bluegrass and Theater. Sounds Like a Fun Weekend in University Place.

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

Wanna a Free Newspaper? You Can Get An Electronic One Every Day From Patch

University Place Patch offers a newsletter - which can serve as the community's electronic newspaper -that users can receive daily or weekly, as well as breaking news alerts and Patch deals.

Longtime University Place Librarian Cindy Bonaro has Retired

Last year, she was named University Place's "Volunteer of the Year."

Curtis High Hosting Boys Swim, Wrestling Events Next Two Days

First, the school will be hosting the West Central District III Boys Swim and Dive Championships. Second, the school will host the 2012 SPSL South Division Sub-Regional Wrestling Tournament.

Rahmel Dockery Joins Mike Leach's Inaugural Class of Signees

Although much of the national spotlight focused on players still in high school, the former Curtis High star signed a financial aid agreement with Washington State University and is enrolled in classes.

Asia Pacific New Year Celebration Will Bridge Cultures Feb. 11 at the Tacoma Dome

This year APCC (Asia Pacific Cultural Center) is proud to feature the Island Nation of Fiji. Opening ceremony is at 10:30 a.m., and festivities run to 6 p.m.