Four NCOs Inducted into JBLM Sergeant Audie Murphy Club

The club's members must exemplify leadership characterized by personal concern for the needs, training, development, and welfare of soldiers and concern for their families.

Flemming: We Have to Get People Back to Work

The University Place lawmaker is running for U.S. Congress.

City Receives Award For Excellence in Financial Reporting

University Place won the award for its 2010 comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR).

UP PATCH BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Menagerie Maid

Colleen Kaleel-Matzen specializes in guilt-free service for pet-owners, particularly those in University Place.

POLL: Frog n Kiwi Cafe Set To Open in February; Owners Start Facebook Page

The cafe - which will also offer the "UPlay Town Center" area - will be located in the Civic Building at Town Center.

Report: Eric Choiniere To Run For State Senate

The University Place City Councilman and Democrat will run against incumbent Mike Carrell, a Lakewood Republican, for the 28th District. His announcement came a day after another UP City Councilman Chris Nye, announced that he's running for Pierce County

Pierce County Sheriff's Academy Coming to University Place in February

Residents can learn about local law enforcement. The classes in University Place begin Feb. 23 at the University Place Police Department.

Sky Pilot, Wetland Restoration and Other Events Highlight Weekend

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

Tomick Necessary to Perform at Carnegie Hall in February

Tomick will be a part of the Honors Orchestra as a Bassist. Torsen Necessary, a flutist whom Patch profiled earlier, was selected for the second year in a row but is unable to attend this year due to college audition commitments.

Good News For Local Cyclists: Rainier Cycle Sports Comes to University Place

Good news, bicycle enthusiasts. University Place welcomes a new bike shop to town, Rainier Cycle Sports. It's located in the former location of Spoke and Sprocket.

Officers Gather in Lakewood to Honor Slain Ranger Margaret Anderson

Anderson was killed Jan. 1 by, according to police, former Iraq war veteran Benjamin Barnes, who was later found dead in Mount Rainier National Park. Today in Lakewood, law enforcement attended a memorial in her honor.

VIEWFINDER: Joint Base Lewis-McChord's HHC Leaves For Afghanistan

The 120-member Headquarter & Headquarters Company,, 42nd Military Police Brigade, will take on the role as Task Force Protector and conduct detainee operations in Parwan, Afghanistan.

MYSTERY SOLVERS: Find These Places In University Place

It's the first week of January 2012 and change is definitely in the air here in University Place. Check out the the latest from your University Place Patch Mystery Solvers as we kick off the first game of the year.

VIEWFINDER: A Rainbow Greets University Place Today

Patch user Candace Jones submitted these photos.

KIM'S PICKS: Keep Those Fitness Resolutions, South Sound!

What's probably the common and popular New Year's resolution? After the holidays, lots of people pledge to drop a few pounds and get more physically fit. While keeping this goal isn't always easy, local fitness center deals this time of year can help.

UPDATE: Chris Nye Sets Up Blog; Says He's Not a Career Politician

He says there is no state law preventing him from holding both University Place City Council and Pierce County Council simultaneously. He will be a candidate for Pierce County Council position No. 4 held by Tim Farrell, who will not be running in 2012 due

Ken Grassi is University Place's Mayor; Denise McCluskey is Mayor Pro Tem

This is the second time the flower shop owner has served as the city's figurehead. A member of the original University Place City Council, he says he's looking forward to working

Dads - Reserve Your Spot for University Place's Daddy Daughter Dance

The dance is scheduled for 6:30 p.m to 9 p.m., Feb. 11 at Curtis High. Space is limited.

You Can Catch The Broadcast of Tonight's Curtis Girls Basketball Game Online

The Lady Viks are playing 7:00 p.m., at Puyallup, and the game's broadcast will be streamed live on Gametimenorthwest.com.

Conservation Group to Preserve 82 Acres on Anderson Island

Jacobs Point will be permanently protected for public recreation and salmon habitat thanks to a conservation partnership.

OBITUARY: Beverly J. Fowlkes

She grew up in Tacoma and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1950.

VIEWFINDER: First Day of 2012 Brings Sun, Visitors to Chambers Bay.

The Chambers Creek Properties welcomed a steady stream of walkers, bicyclists, dog-owners and other visitors.

Brush Up on Those Computer Skills at The University Place Library

Over the next two months, you can attend a class to learn the basics of using a computer.

UPDATE: Police Confirm Body Belongs to Iraq War Vet Suspected in Shooting of Mount Rainier National Park Ranger

Police named Benjamin Barnes a person of interest in the shooting and killing of Ranger Margaret Anderson on the road to Paradise. The park is closed until further notice, although evacuation of the lodge took place Monday morning.

MYSTERY SOLVERS: Here Are Weekly Answers

Happy New Year from University Place Patch Mystery Solvers! Did you start the new year off right by correcting guessing all of our mystery pictures? Let's find out!

Pierce County Library Foundation Board Elects Officers

University Place is well represented on the Foundation Board, including Mary Ann Woodruff, vice president, Kari Kennard, Jane O'Neal and Jill Purdy.

Need The Latest News on Republicans in Iowa? Just Check Patch

Several Patch sites are covering the caucus by following the candidates who are campaigning, stumping and visiting with voters in that state.

Best and Brightest: National Finalists Named in Deck the House Contest

Thank you to all the Puget Sound Patch readers who shared their holiday lights with us, including a local winner from University Place. Check out the local winners, and vote for your national favorite.

POLL: Wall Street Journal Profiles City of University Place And Its Financial Struggles

Citing the Town Center project and University Place's recent credit downgrade, the national publication says the city is reflecting financial trends seen nationwide.

Curtis Falls To Roosevelt in Third-Place Divisional Game at San Diego Tournament

The Vikings finished 2-2 in this year's Holiday Classic, which was an improvement from last year, when it returned home to eventually advance to the state championship game.

University Place's Stan Flemming To Run For Congress

The Pierce County Councilman and University Place's founding mayor announced that he will run for the newly formed 10th Congressional District.

SOUTH SOUND ADVENTURES: Post-Holiday Shopping Deals & Steals

Did you brave the crowds on Dec. 26 to take advantage of post holiday deals? Or did you decide to stay home and surf the net for great buys? Perhaps you avoided the whole scene? Patch contributor Kim Thompson did a little of both and was surprised.

Envelope Please! Local Patch 'Deck the House' Finalists

University Place sparkles in national holiday decoration contest for our schools.

CONNECT WITH ECOLOGY: 'Tis the Season for E-Cycling

If you got a new gadget for Christmas, don't just trash the old one. The Department of Ecology has tips for what to do with it, along with other household safety advice.

UPDATE: Young Fircrest Artist's Fundraising Project Soars And Makes Dreams Come True

Last month, Patch's Kim Thompson shared a story about Fircrest's Mollee Cunningham, who creates drawings to raise funds for her autistic brother's classroom. Here's an update on Mollee's amazing progress. You might want to get a tissue.

POLL: University Place, Lakewood Are Now Part of New 10th Congressional District

The Washington State Redistricting Commission approved a new congressional map that puts Lakewood and much of Pierce County in a new congressional district, although Gig Harbor and Tacoma would remain in the 6th Congressional District.

KIM'S PICKS: Celebrate New Year's Eve South Sound Style

Happy New Year, Patch readers! The South Sound rings in the new year in all kinds of styles. Whether it's grand, family friendly, or unusual, there's a place to celebrate for everyone. University Place resident and Patch contributor Kim Thompson checks ou

MYSTERY SOLVERS: Find These Places In University Place (Happy New Year/Winter Edition)

University Place prepares to welcome winter and the new year. Despite the blustery weather, University Place Patch Mystery Solvers was on the case capturing pictures and details all around town. Check it out.

Pierce County Installs Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

They are located at the county's downtown Tacoma campus and the Public Services Annex. A station at each location is available for public use at a cost of $3 per charge.

POLL: Wanna Work the 2015 U.S. Open at Chambers Bay Golf Course?

KemperSports Management posted a Craigslist ad earlier this month seeking candidates for a mechanic/equipment manager who will work one of professional golf's largest events.