ROADS UPDATE: Crews Making Good Progress, but Freezing Temperatures Loom

University Place officials are also bracing for potential flooding when the snow melts.

CONTRIBUTE: How Are The Roads Looking Out There, University Place?

Do your neighbor a favor and recommend what roads to take and what not to take.

UPDATE: City Crews Still Grappling with Trees, Limbs

Public Works Director Gary Cooper says given University Place's limited resources, its crew will focus on busier arterial streets.

Social Security Resolutions for University Place

There are about 8,000 people in University Place who receive Social Security benefits, a 4-percent increase from the year prior.

UPDATE: JBLM Curtails Operations Friday

On Thursday, the base designates Wilson Gymnasium, McChord Fitness Center as warming centers for service members and their families.

TWITPIC: WSDOT Trucks Out in Full Force

A map shows that it's not hard for drivers to spot a Washington Department of Transportation truck helping to keep roads and highways clear.

KIM'S PICKS: Safety Counts During Winter Weather Conditions

Whether you love to play in the snow or would rather just be inside with a warm cup of coffee, winter safety affects everyone. With snow hitting our local area, Patch takes a look at how we can protect ourselves from winter safety hazards.

GARBAGE UPDATE: University Place Refuse is Caught Up

The local garbage company — like other businesses — had to limit service during last week's snow and ice storms. U.P. Refuse Operations Manager Ron Backmon contributed almost 60 hours getting service back on line.

JBLM Soldier Dies of Injuries Sustained in Afghanistan

Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin B. Wise died Sunday after sustaining injuries in Afghanistan, where enemy forces attacked his unit with small arms-fire.

IT'S NASTY OUT THERE: Winter Storm Expected to Blanket Puget Sound Tonight

The National Weather Service predicts 6 to 14 inches of snow through Wednesday evening.

UPDATE: Open House for New University Place Police Department Is Postponed

The contracted department's headquarters are now in the Civic Building at Town Center. The open house runs from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Jan. 19.

Martin Luther King Day: Around Online

The civil rights leader was assassinated in 1968.

MYSTERY SOLVERS: Find These Places in University Place (SNOW Edition)

It's S-N-O-W-I-N-G University Place! Patch contributor Kim Thompson laces up her snow boots for a local little trek in the snow. U.P. Mystery Solvers players you will be in for a wintery treat for this week's game.

Curtis Aquatic Center Swim and Water Safety Program Thrives After 38 Years of Service

The newly renovated Curtis Aquatic Center plays host to University Place second-, fifth- and eighth-graders for their swim and water safety program, now in its 38th year of service.

MYSTERY SOLVERS: Find These Places In University Place

University Place Patch braves the cold and the fog to bring you UP's favorite guessing game. Bundle up and come along to see if you can find these places in our city!

Cold Air = Stage 2 Burn Ban

High pressure remains over the region, with stagnant conditions that caused air quality to degrade significantly last night in parts of Pierce and Snohomish counties, triggering the need for a Stage 2 burn ban.

CONTRIBUTE/POLL: Brace for a Winter Storm Overnight, NWS Warns

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning, and it predicts Pierce County will receive 6 inches to 14 inches of snow after midnight Wednesday. Patch hopes users will share their pictures of the snow.

Washington National Guard's Counter Drug Task Force Helps Police in the Fight Against Drugs

Guard soldiers and local law enforcement officers teamed up Thursday to defeat drug manufacturers, writes Patch contributor John Simpson. He shared his experience.

THE WEEKEND: Proctor Winters Farmers Market, MLK Celebration and Wine Bank Tasting

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

Pierce County Needs Volunteers For Annual Homeless Census

The annual survey - which is in its sixteenth year - is scheduled for Jan. 26-27.

MYSTERY SOLVERS: Here Are The Weekly Answers

Change and hope are in the air in University Place as we kick off a brand new year. It was a tricky game this week for Mystery Solvers players and all of you rose to the occasion with some great guess work. Let's check out the answers.

Soldier and Family Assistance Center Construction Nearing Milestone at Joint Base Lewis-McChord

On Tuesday, crews will set the final beam in the future building, which is being built next the 408-soldier Warrior Transition Building barracks built last year.

UPDATE: Round Table Pizza Takeover is CANCELED Due to Weather

The snowy weather prompted organizers to cancel and reschedule for an undetermined date.

UPDATE: Condo Fire South of University Place Displaces 10 People

West Pierce responded to the fire in Lakewood's Oakbrook neighborhood this morning.

Project LOCATE Program Aims to Help Find Missing, Vulnerable People

Local law enforcement and emergency agencies in Pierce County are teaming up to support the system that reduces the search for developmentally disabled or people with medical conditions to a matter of minutes.

POLL: Curtis High Gym Will Bear Ray Beard's Name

Following a public hearing, the University Place School Board unanimously voted to name the high school's new gym after its first principal Wednesday night.

MyChart goes mobile: Free App Gives MultiCare Patients Access to Their Medical Records

The free MyChart app - which MultiCare released on Wednesday - lets you access medical records, ask your doctor questions, review test results and more from your cell phone.

ISAIAHWATCH: Thomas Nets Season-High in Points to Help Kings Edge the Raptors

The Tacoma native and former Curtis hoopster also led Sacramento with six assists in 23 minutes of play. One writer says Sacramento might have found a "real steal" in Thomas.

Dan Ranin Sworn in on West Pierce Fire & Rescue Board

The longtime resident of UP won election to the board in November.

KIM'S PICKS: Why Wait For Spring Cleaning?

We've noticed a trend of skipping annual spring cleaning in favor of winter. The reason? It's easy to accomplish your scrubbing, tossing, purging, and organizing goals this winter, and Patch's Kim Thompson provides a few local resources.

Lockdown at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Lifted

The lockdown ended at 5:45 p.m., today.

Joyce McDonald Is New Chairwoman of the Pierce County Council

The Republican-led council also selected Democrat Rick Talbert as vice chairman.

RANGER MEMORIAL: Service Draws Hundreds to Pacific Lutheran University

A procession started at Mountainview Funeral Home in Lakewood.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: I Didn't Know UP Is At War With Gig Harbor

Writer says University Place City Council's decision to travel outside of Pierce County for its retreat is a waste of taxpayer dollars.

UPDATE: West Pierce Has Busy Morning in Lakewood

The agency first responded this morning to a report of a car that crashed into the Moon Rise Cafe, which is closed until further notice. Then, it responded to another crash, this time involving a car and a Pierce Transit bus.

POLL: Lockdown at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Affecting Morale, Soldiers Say

The March Forward! group claims the soldiers in the 4th Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment are being subjected to abusive treatment by their chain of command.

Pierce County District Court Moving

The changes, Pierce County says, will help help save taxpayer money by operating more efficiently.

Do You Know a Teen Who Has Impact? Enter This Contest!

Young people between 14 and 18 can win $1,000 for a cause by explaining how they impact their community.

Check Out These Recreational Offerings at Chambers Creek Properties

All classes are at the Environmental Sciences Building.

BITES NEARBY: Stonegate Pizza and Rum Bar

If you are looking for an unusual twist to your standard pizzeria and are looking for a way to eat, drink and dance the night away, then Stonegate Pizza and Rum Bar just outside UP on South Tacoma Way might be your hot spot.