VIDEO: Curtis' Dominique Jordan Chats With Patch

The Vikings' senior guard talks about his team's 4A state basketball title after their 60-56 victory over Jackson Saturday night at the Tacoma Dome.

VIDEO: Curtis' Dominic Robinson Chats With Patch

The Vikings' most prolific scorer talks about his team's 4A state basketball title after their 60-56 victory over Jackson at the Tacoma Dome.

Share Your Photos and Videos from the Curtis Game

Your pictures will help tell the story of how Curtis captured the 4A state title Saturday night.

VIDEO: Curtis Celebrates 4A State Title As Final Buzzer Sounds

Watch the final moments of the team's emotional victory Saturday night from a Patch editor's perspective.

CHAMPIONS!!!

Curtis held off a surging Jackson team in the final minutes to secure a 60-56 victory and the 4A state boys basketball championship. It's the University Place school's first 4A title, and its first state championship in basketball since 1971.

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Curtis Claws, Fights To A 70-66 Overtime Victory Against Garfield; Will Play For State Title

After a cold shooting start, Dominic Robinson willed the Vikings, who were out-muscled for much of the game and trailed by as many as 11 points in the third quarter. Curtis tightened its defense and switched to a zone. The Vikings also made some clutch

Harbor Greens Opens To Eager Crowds In University Place

For the first time on Friday, customers enjoyed the store's colorful array of items and food, an experience that included plenty of sampling.

Where Can I Find Girl Scout Cookies in University Place?

Girl Scout cookie season is here! If your scouts are selling cookies in University Place, please leave us details in the comments section below.

Post It: Tag Sale, Yard Sale, Garage Sale, Estate Sale, Rummage Sale

Whatever you call it, Post it on Patch. It's simple, easy and best of all, it's FREE!

AOL Autos Awards Tacoma Woman with Brand New Dodge Dart

Jennifer Robertson, Tacoma resident and winner of the AOL Autos Technology of the Year Award, picked up her free Dodge Dart on South Tacoma Way earlier this week.

University Place Police Reports: Fight With Hatchet Outside Safeway, Man Assaulted With Beer Glass

The following crime information from Feb. 22-26, 2013 has been supplied by the University Place Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

Congressman Heck Denounces Park Closures Due to Sequestration

Washington state is set to lose more than $11 million in education funding and $173.4 million in pay for furloughed military employees, according to the White House. Cuts are already in effect at national parks, like Mt. Rainier.

Northwest Spay & Neuter Center Opens in New Location

The move to a larger location allows the clinic to perform up to 30,000 surgeries each year.

Curtis Opens State Tournament Play With 62-40 Victory Over Newport

The Vikings were led by Dominic Robinson's 18 points, as their defense steadily wore down the Knights in Thursday's first game at the Tacoma Dome. The Vikings play the winner of the Bothell-Garfield game at 3:45 p.m., Friday.

Tacoma Approves New Alcohol Impact Area Bordering University Place

Tacoma has approved a voluntary Alcohol Impact Area (AIA) on the west side, near the University Place city border. Could this create a local public safety issue?

Tacoma Menchie’s Now Open; Ribbon Cutting Set for Saturday

The frozen yogurt shop on South Mildred Street opened on Tuesday and will be offering special deals after Saturday’s grand opening.

Narrows Plaza Offers Free Bowling on Saturday

Come to Narrows Plaza on Saturday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for free bowling.

One of 'Washington's Most Wanted' Charged With Stealing, Trafficking Scrap Metal

A Spanaway man has been charged with burglary and trafficking of stolen scrap metal after recently being featured on the Q13 TV show 'Washington's Most Wanted.'

Cheer on West Pierce Firefighters at Trader Joe's Step Climbing Demonstration

Firefighters from West Pierce Fire and Rescue are preparing for the 22nd Annual Scott Firefighter Stairclimb. See them climb a stair stepper in full fire gear at Trader Joe's on Friday, March 1 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Where In UP Can You Find This Sea Sights Sign?

This painted map directs University Place visitors to the best places to see the Sound in the area. Where is this located?

Three New Restaurants Coming to Pacific Avenue

Pho, crepe and frozen yogurt shops will be opening this spring and summer on the UW Tacoma campus.

University Place Police: Kidnapping and Assault Outside Urgent Care, Regional Search for Disabled Teen

The following arrest and crime information is from the University Place Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

Meet a Princess: Carly Knox, Stadium High School

Meet Daffodil Princess Carly Knox, a senior at Stadium High School.

Narrows View Orchestra Teacher Featured in Concerto Solo with Tacoma Symphony Orchestra

Chris Burns, the orchestra teacher at Narrows View Intermediate, is also principal bassist with the Tacoma Symphony Orchestra. He will perform a solo piece, Nino Rota’s “Divertimento Concertante," in a special concert this Sunday at the Pantages Th

Pierce County Parks and Recreation Hiring Seasonal Position

The job description includes maintaining building and trails at the Environmental Services Building and Chambers Creek Regional Park in University Place.

Charles Wright Academy Teachers Skip School for a Good Cause

Charles Wright Academy staff took time to give back during Presidents Day holiday this year.

High Winds, Heavy Rain Forecast for University Place on Friday

The storm could bring wind gusts up to 50 mph in the Puget Sound area.

University Place History Captured in Book Written by Retired Teacher

Longtime University Place resident and retired teacher Arne Handleland has finished his story on the community's history. His recently published book traces UP's roots, from the late 19th Century to the incorporated town it is today.

Rich Block, Poor Block: How Does Your University Place Neighborhood Compare?

Do different parts of University Place have different income levels? And how do the closest neighbors of University Place residents compare? Read on to find the answer.

Will the New Town Center Apartments Make University Place More Walkable?

The centrally-located Clearview 100 Apartment Homes on Bridgeport Way next door to the University Place Town Center are getting close to move-in ready. Would you live there?

Curtis' Kennadi Bouyer Records Second-Fastest 60-Meter Indoor Time This Year

Bouyer, part of the Flying AJ's Track Club, competed over the weekend at the 2013 Simplot Games indoor meet in Pocatello, ID, where she was clocked at 7.45 seconds in the 60-meter dash. Her family says she'll attend Ole Miss on a full scholars

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Curtis Controls Bellarmine Prep Early To Capture Third Straight West Central 4A District Tournament Title

Senior Dom Robinson, the only holdout from Curtis' deep playoff run two years ago, led the Vikings with 19 points.

South Sound Restaurants to be Featured on The Food Network's 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives'

Guy Fieri recently toured the South Sound and will feature Tacoma-area restaurants on his network TV show, 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.'

What's Open, Closed in University Place on President's Day, Feb. 18?

The holiday honors U.S. presidents, especially George Washington. Many government offices are closed.

Waterfront Homes in UP Hit the Million Dollar Market

Homes for sale in the Day Island and Soundview W. Drive neighborhoods are going for millions in the real estate market, according to listings on Aol Real Estate.

Steve O'Ban-Sponsored Bill Would Help Accelerate Public Employment Preference For Veterans

The bill would make veterans eligible for the preference once they receive separation orders. The measure would also provide a 10-percentage point boost on civil service examinations.

Jury Finds Joseph Lester Guilty of Stabbing Pregnant Girlfriend to Death

Today, a Pierce County jury found Joseph Lester, 25, guilty of stabbing his 21-year-old pregnant girlfriend to death outside her University Place apartment on Halloween in 2011.

The Octopus Under the Narrows Bridge Named One of the Wonders of Tacoma

The Narrows Bridge and the legendary octopus that is reported to live beneath it have officially been recognized as two of the 11 Wonders of Tacoma. But is the legend of the giant octopus living in the ruins of Galloping Gertie really true?