LACYWATCH: DaVonte Goes 8-For-8 From The Line In WSU Victory

The former Curtis star didn't score a bucket in the Cougars' victory over Eastern Washington.

CONTRIBUTE: Share Your Photos From Saturday's Tree Lighting

The festivities included the "Get Local" business festival.

NORAD Can Help You Track Santa's Path This Year

Also, the website offers games, activities and even a clock that's counting down to the big guy's trip this year. FYI - NORAD's Western Air Defense Sector is headquartered at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

VIEWFINDER: Mustaches Come Off At West Pierce

The firefighters had grown their lovely locks of lip hair in November to raise money for Movember, which is intended to raise awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer and other conditions that affect men.

Carrell Bill Requires Supervisors To Forward Reports Of Sexual Abuse

The state senator who represents University Place crafted the bill in the wake of the sexual abuse scandal at Penn State University allegedly involving former Assistant Coach Jerry Sandusky and lack of action by Coach Joe Paterno.

State Department Of Ecology Fines BNSF For Chambers Creek Properties Train Spill

The $3,000 fine is for spilling 150 gallons of liquid sodium hydroxide. The state also billed the train company $6,370 for cleanup.

GET OUT: UP's Christmas Tree Lighting Highlights A Weekend Of Festivities

The annual community event takes place Saturday.

Burn Ban In Effect For Pierce County

The use of fireplaces and un-certified wood stoves is prohibited until air quality improves.

POLL: Gregoire Pushes To Reclassify Marijuana

The governors of Washington and Rhode Island want doctors to be able to prescribe it and pharmacists to fill prescriptions. They filed a petition with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration today.

McCarthy: Boeing Agreement Benefits Whole Region

The Pierce County executive highlights, in particular, the company's plant in Fredrickson.

Sophia, Jacob Take Top Billing With 2010 Babies Born In Washington

Jacob has been the most popular boys name in the United States for the past decade.

VIDEO: A University Place Soldier Overseas Sends Holiday Greetings To His Family Back Home

Army Chief Warrant Officer William Smith is serving in Kabul, Afghanistan.

University Place Tree Lighting Today

The community's annual holiday celebration runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Windmill Village.

JBLM Airman To Be Part Of Holiday Tree Lighting In Olympia

Senior Airman Samuel Lovelady flew 23 missions in Iraq.

Police Department On The Move

As Patch reported earlier, the University Place Police Department is moving from the UP Public Safety building to the second level of the Civic Building.

Your Little Elves Can Craft Christmas Creations This Saturday

A workshop at Evergreen Primary will also offer a toy drive to benefit University Place children.

Revamped Curtis Pool To Open To Public For Two Weeks Beginning Dec. 5

After Winter Break, the pool will offer a full schedule of lap and public swims.

Here's Where And Where Not To Go During Soundview Trail Closure

Portions of the trail at the Chambers Creek Properties will be closed until Dec. 16, as Pierce County prepares for the 2015 U.S. Open.

No Kidding - West Pierce To Hold Mustache Shaving Party On Friday

But the hairy get-together is for a serious and worthwhile cause - spreading awareness about testicular cancer, prostate cancer and other conditions that affect men.

Last Chance To Register For Duck The Halls

The Christmas caroling competition is scheduled from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Dec. 9.

University Place Care Center Leaders Implement Sweeping Changes

The local retirement center recently had a citation-free survey from the state.

Cyber Monday Deals Are Out There – Will You Be Shopping?

A Shop.org survey says nearly 80 percent of retailers will have online specials.

Support Your Favorite Small Business Today With a Patch Shout-Out

Today is Small Business Saturday, so help drive feet — and wallets — to your choice independent business.

Frost, Frangos – and a Fender-Bender: The Story of Surviving Black Friday

One woman's quest for bargains leads her out into the rainy, black night.

Ready, Set, Shop! Big Box Stores Opening Earlier For Black Friday 2011

Head out for deals at midnight on everything from electronics to hand lotion.

Poll: Do You Prefer to Get Stuffed, Yam it Up, Or Stick with Turkey?

What's the Thanksgiving Day dish that you go absolutely gaga over?

Get Out: Weekend Planner, Nov. 25-27

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

It's Thanskgiving Yoga For a Cause This Morning

Source Yoga offering open session with all proceeds going to charity.

University Place's Patti Banks Named State Superintendent of the Year

Honor from Washington Association of School Administrators cites her success as reducing the achievement gap in UPSD.

POLL: Will 2011 Apple Cup Victors Be Wearing Crimson or Purple?

The 2011 Apple Cup is tonight at CenturyLink Field in Seattle. Who will win?

Unexpected South Sound Adventures: Navigating the Emergency Room

Patch contributor Kim Thompson experienced the newly renovated Mary Bridge Children's Hospital ER when her daughter suddenly fell ill. Join her for a tour and personal story.

Small Business Saturday is Coming: Share Favorite Places to Shop in Town

Tell us the best small businesses to shop at around University Place.

West Pierce Called to Extinguish House Fire

Smoke alarm was not working in home on Robin Road West.

Patch Picks: South Sound Cities to Deck The Halls and Light Their Trees

Lighting a city's official holiday tree is an annual right of passage to begin the holiday season. Our South Sound cities are readying for the celebration and to welcome holiday fun. See what's happeand ning in your neck of the woods.

10 Quick Questions With Eunice Kim, Curtis High School's Daffodil Princess

Senior will represent the Vikings in the 79th annual Daffodil Festival this spring. And once that's over, she's off to study biochemistry in college.

KIM'S PICKS: The Sounds of the Season

Listening to holiday music can instantly put you into the holiday spirit. Discover where you can listen to the sounds of the season in the South Sound.

City to Host Free Thanksgiving Dinner For Residents

Meal on Thanksgiving Day will be put on by volunteers at University Place Primary School.

Tree Lighting Ceremony to Top Off Fun-Filled Day On Dec. 3

Next weekend marks the official start to the season in University Place.

Gregoire Proposes Temporary Half-Cent Increase to Sales Tax

The governor is proposing more than $2 billion in government cuts and is asking taxpayers to consider a temporary sales tax increase to prevent some of the more severe reductions.

Weather Advisory: Expect High Winds, Possible Flooding For Next Two Days

The National Weather Service has issued advisories concerning winter weather, wind and flooding in Pierce County.