University Place City Council meeting agenda packet, August 22
The University Place City Council will hold a Special Council Meeting on Monday, August 22, 2016, 4:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Meeting Room (3715 Bridgeport Way West). Access the meeting agenda here.
View Article22nd Annual Curran Orchard Cider Squeeze
It’s time once again for the annual Curran Apple Orchard Cider Squeeze in University Place! Everyone is invited to join in the fun and enjoy delicious apple cider and apple pie at the Curran Orchard on...
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Cornerstone Financial Strategies acquires Frost & Company Financial Services
TACOMA – Cornerstone Financial Strategies, LLC, a Tacoma-based holistic financial planning, investment, and advisory firm, announced that they acquired Frost & Company Financial Services, LLC from...
View ArticleVolunteer hours available at UP Cider Squeeze, August 28
By Howard Lee Attention CHS Students. Get an early start on earning your volunteer hours by working during the UP Cider Squeeze, 11am-4pm, this Sunday, Aug. 28, at the Curran Apple Orchard Park....
View Article2 resort concepts for Chambers Bay
Two development proposals for available property adjacent to Chambers Bay Golf Course were revealed to Pierce County Council and the public today. Read more at South Sound Biz: 2 resort concepts for...
View ArticleKite Festival
On Sunday, August 28, at the Chambers Creek Regional Park, 9850 64th St W in University Place there will be a FREE fun filled day of kites. The event runs from 10:00am-3:00pm and the first 250 kids...
View ArticleChambers Bay resort proposals unveiled; Public invited to learn more at Sept....
At today’s study session Pierce County Councilmembers had their first look at the two development proposals vying for the opportunity to build a $45 million resort at Chambers Bay in University Place,...
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Annual Kite Festival takes flight Aug. 28
A spectacularly colorful day of all things kites will take place at Pierce County Parks & Recreation’s annual Kite Festival on Sunday, Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Central Meadow located at...
View ArticleTacoma Nature Center, Audubon September 2016 events
The September 2016 programs for partners in education at the Tacoma Nature Center and Tahoma Audubon are available.
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University Place Museum will be open Saturday, Sept. 3rd
By Howard Lee Ever wanted to see the skeleton of one of the prehistoric animals that roamed University Place before the Ice Ages? The University Place Museum will be open Saturday, Sept 3rd, from...
View ArticleLearning Is ForEver’s Fall Quarter Classes
If you are an active retiree, interested in life long learning, have you considered Learning Is ForEver’s Fall Quarter offerings? September 7th- “Buccaneers, Brigands and Bandits” by John and Donna...
View ArticleUP for Art ‘Wine and Keys’ set for Sept. 9
UP for Arts will host Wine and Keys – a wine tasting fundraiser – Friday, September 9, 2016 (7-9 pm) in the UP Civic/Library Atrium, 3609 Market Place W. Professional wine sommelier, Sarah...
View ArticleUniversity Place City Council meeting agenda, Sept. 6
The University Place City Council will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 6 (6:30 pm) in the Town Hall Meeting Room (3715 Bridgeport Place Way W). Access the council meeting agenda packet here.
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Do You Really Need Self-’Improv’-ment?
Yeah, you’ve seen “Whose Line Is It Anyway” and “Wild’n Out”, maybe even “Thank God You’re Here”. You’ve heard that improv gives you confidence, creativity, solidifies team-building, and innovation....
View ArticleChambers Bay Resort Proposal Open House, Sept. 8
The Pierce County Council will host an Open House to review and hear public comments on the Chambers Bay Resort Proposal. The Open House will be in the Environmental Services Building (9850 64th St W,...
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West Pierce Fire & Rescue Sept. 11 Remembrance Ceremonies set for Sept. 12
In honor of the 15th anniversary of September 11th, West Pierce Fire & Rescue will hold two brief public ceremonies in remembrance of the 2,977 victims killed on that date in 2001. Among the...
View ArticleLetter: Judge Heller sends his best regards
My name is Ernest Heller. Twenty years ago, I became the first hearings examiner for the new City of Lakewood. In 2001, I became a Municipal Court Judge for the city, helping the court to expand to...
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Fournier Insurance Solutions Gives $5,000 to Courage360
By Jackie Guzman Fournier Insurance Solutions in University Place has earned a 2016 Safeco Insurance Make More Happen Award for its community work with Courage360. The award includes a $4,000 donation...
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22nd Annual Curran Orchard Cider Squeeze a Smashing Success
Hundreds of people poured into the Curran Apple Orchard in late August to celebrate the 22nd annual Cider Squeeze by picking apples, making cider and enjoying lively outdoor entertainment. The Curran...
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City of University Place earns Improved “AA” Bond Rating
S&P Global Ratings raised its long-term rating to ‘AA’ from ‘AA-‘ on the City of University Place outstanding general obligation bonds and assigned its ‘AA’ rating to the City’s series 2016...
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