University Place City Council To Discuss Land Donation

A UP man wants to donate the land to the city, but one official encourages officials to perform their due diligence.

Kiwanis To Hold Fund-Raiser Wednesday

The local service organization is holding a wine-tasting at The Wine Bank. Tickets are $25 apiece.

Army Identifies JBLM Soldier Who Died Sunday In Afghanistan

Spc. Ricardo Cerros Jr., was from Salinas, Calif.

Native American Filmmaker To Speak At University Of Washington Tacoma

Sandra Sunrising Osawa, an internationally recognized film and TV producer/director, will share her own story at the Contemporary Native American Issues in Higher Education symposium on Oct. 14.

Curtis Water Polo Cruises To Victory Over The Weekend

Porter Sale and Derek Litts led the Vikings with six goals.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: Talk Time at the Library Is Picking Up Speed

Program helps non-native English speakers work on their conversation skills.

Chamber of Commerce to Host Forum for City Council Candidates

Event to feature moderated debate, as well as one-on-one dialog between candidates and audience members.

MYSTERY SOLVERS: Here Are Your Weekly Answers

While this week's game wasn't easy, University Place Patch readers didn't give up! Thanks for your participation and great guesses. Here are the answers you've been waiting for.

UP For Art And Families Unlimited Network Hold Caroling Competition

The Duck the Halls caroling competition is scheduled Dec. 9 at Market Square. Teams must prepare at least two songs.

E-MAIL TO THE EDITOR: Mayor Talks About Repercussions of Wood Burning

Puget Sound Clean Air Agency says it is the reason behind serious air-pollution problems in U.P. and the county.

Madigan Cardiologist Sentenced For Accepting Illegal Funds

Doctor must pay fine and restitution for taking benefits from medical device company while working for the U.S. Army.

University Place Library to Host Book-Discussion Group

Group meets on the second Tuesday of every month, starting next week.

CPR Sunday Offers Opportunity to Learn Basic Life-Saving Skills For Free

Students will be taught the fundamentals of CPR and then given the opportunity to practice with CPR mannequins and defibrillators.

Tacoma Book Signing Event Planned For Auburn Authors

"Moving From Judgment: How to Have an Open Heart in a Closed World" looks at questions Christians struggle with.

MYSTERY SOLVERS: Find These Places In University Place

Your University Place Patch Mystery Solvers is back for another ride on the mystery train, so hop aboard and put in your best guesses.

Early-Literacy Events Planned Today At Pierce County Libraries

Read for the Record event to feature readings of "Llama Llama Red Pajama" across the country -- and in the U.P. branch.

Twin Towers Artifact Brought Back By West Pierce Team to be Dedicated

Ceremony to honor steel piece scheduled for 6 p.m. on Oct. 18.

Curtis Water Polo Roars Back to Beat Peninsula

Vikings rally for 15-13 finish against cross-bridge rival.

GET OUT: Weekend Planner, Oct. 7-9

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

Apple's Steve Jobs Dead At 56

Company co-founder had been battling pancreatic cancer.

Poll: Costco Membership Fee Going Up

The retail giant is upping its yearly membership fee to $55. Will you pay the increase?

Mystery Solvers: Here Are The Weekly Answers -- With Some Special Insight

We have a real treat for you as we reveal this week's answers! U.P. Patch reader Chris Anderson submitted the photos for this week's game and shares her thoughts on each one.

University Place Patch Is A Year Old

Over the past year, the community has helped us grow into the source for all things local.

"Wheel of Fortune" Holding Auditions In Tacoma Today

The Wheelmobile is headed to the Emerald Queen Casino in search of energetic, enthusiastic contestants for the beloved game show.

Curtis Water Polo Sinks Puyallup 17-5

Peterson and Chapple lead Curtis with a combined nine goals.

Washington State's Minimum Wage Increasing to $9.04 Next Year

The 37-cent increase reflects a 4.258-percent increase in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI­W) since August 2010.

Head to the Dome For Home Ideas -- Or Perhaps a New Home With Wheels

Tacoma Fall Home Show and RV Show scheduled this weekend at the Tacoma Dome.

West Pierce Teaching Fire Safety to Kids During National Prevention Month

The importance of having working smoke alarms in the home will be emphasized, while learning about all aspects of fire safety.

The List: Find Your Halloween Costume

Sure, you can buy your Halloween costume from Ebay or another online store. But why not save on the shipping fees and get one within minutes of home? Come with Patch to find your perfect costume.

Pierce County To Hold Workshops On Making Your Home Barrier-Free

The county is holding three workshops over the next month in which residents can learn how to remodel their homes.

Curtis to Battle Bethel On the Gridiron -- and On XFINITY On-Demand

Oct. 21 football game at Curtis to be televised.

BREAKING NEWS: Amanda Knox Freed

University of Washington student has been behind bars in Italy for nearly four years.

Logo Univeiled For 2015 U.S. Open At Chambers Bay

The logo, which features Chambers Bay's trademark sails, will be available on merchandise at the golf course starting this month.

UP Patch's Editor Makes First Foray To New York

Brent Champaco will travel east to help represent Patch at Advertise Week. However, if you think his absence means University Place Patch will go dark - fuhgedaboudit.

Results From The Curtis Cross Country Invitational at Central Meadow

Puyallup and Bellarmine Prep topped the overall team standings.

University Place Seeks Candidates To Fill Commission Vacancies

The deadline to apply is Nov. 30.

"Entourage" Star Shows Some Patch Love

Jerry Ferrara, known by many of the show's fans simply as "Turtle," showed off his Patch pride during a taping of ESPN's "College Gameday" today.

LIVE GAME RECAP: Curtis Loses To Puyallup In Gut-Wrenching Fashion, 35-28

In a game that saw multiple lead changes, the other Vikings ended up getting the win. Patch user, University Place City Council candidate and avid Viking fan Howard Lee was at tonight's game and kept users updated all night.

VIEWFINDER: Celebrating, Reuniting the U.S. Army's 14th Cavalry Regiment

Soldiers from the 1-14 Cavalry Regiment meet with veterans of the 1-14 on Friday, showing them advancements in weapons, vehicles and equipment and overall lifestyle changes at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Burn Ban Lifted Today

Pierce County lifted the ban due to current climate conditions and recent rains.