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Clover Creek/Collins, Parkland, Spanaway, Frederickson, Elk Plain, Lacamas, Roy, McKenna and Harts Lake.

Clover Creek is dry most of the year. Water companies are extending water lines across the county to other water company...
11/19/2024

Clover Creek is dry most of the year. Water companies are extending water lines across the county to other water company areas to provide water for new construction. Surface water runoff from Military Road is pouring straight into Spanaway Creek. Beavers are trying to build a dam between Spanaway Lake and the little Spanaway Lake to the North. Trees are being offered to residents to help blighted urban areas....

Clover Creek is dry most of the year. Water companies are extending water lines across the county to other water company areas to provide water for new construction. Surface water runoff from Milit…

Cliff Maas, former UW professor of meteorology says the low-pressure system forming offshore is reminiscent of 1962's Co...
11/19/2024

Cliff Maas, former UW professor of meteorology says the low-pressure system forming offshore is reminiscent of 1962's Columbus Day storm. Winds will possibly reach hurricane force, especially in coastal areas. You can read his blog here. This will impact Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia. The lowlands in Seattle, Tacoma, will have less wind. The National Weather Service says Tuesday night winds will gust to 30mph....

Cliff Maas, former UW professor of meteorology says the low-pressure system forming offshore is reminiscent of 1962’s Columbus Day storm. Winds will possibly reach hurricane force, especially…

Sankta Lucia is a tradition at Pacific Lutheran University. Not only do they sing songs and put on a wonderful student l...
11/17/2024

Sankta Lucia is a tradition at Pacific Lutheran University. Not only do they sing songs and put on a wonderful student led program, there is actually a Lucia Bride chose who wins a scholarship. The scholarship portion is based on essays written by the participants and evaluated by a team from the Scandinavian Cultural Council. This event has been a tradition at PLU for 74 years....

Sankta Lucia is a tradition at Pacific Lutheran University. Not only do they sing songs and put on a wonderful student led program, there is actually a Lucia Bride chose who wins a scholarship. The…

The Scandinavian Cultural Center at Pacific Lutheran University has a Norwegian language Christmas Service they offer ea...
11/17/2024

The Scandinavian Cultural Center at Pacific Lutheran University has a Norwegian language Christmas Service they offer each year for anyone that would like to immerse themselves in the Nordic language. This is typical Lutheran Christmas Service, but in Norwegian. The date is Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 4 p.m. The event is held in the Scandinavian Cultural Center on the lower floor of the Anderson University Center....

The Scandinavian Cultural Center at Pacific Lutheran University has a Norwegian language Christmas Service they offer each year for anyone that would like to immerse themselves in the Nordic langua…

By Kurt Reidinger Invasive Plant Pests (noxious weeds): A number of non-native plants have moved into the area over the ...
11/16/2024

By Kurt Reidinger Invasive Plant Pests (noxious weeds): A number of non-native plants have moved into the area over the decades with serious negative consequences for small streams like Clover and Spanaway Creeks. Plants like Himalayan blackberry (Rubus bifrons), originally from the Caucasus region of Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia and parts of Western Europe, not the Himalayas*, form dense thickets along the stream bank....

By Kurt Reidinger Invasive Plant Pests (noxious weeds): A number of non-native plants have moved into the area over the decades with serious negative consequences for small streams like Clover and …

There will be another work party in Dupont on November 23 at 1 p.m. for Sequalitchew Creek. It will be at the same locat...
11/16/2024

There will be another work party in Dupont on November 23 at 1 p.m. for Sequalitchew Creek. It will be at the same location as before, near the 2nd Fort Nisqually site east side of Center Drive. Parking is available by the Dupont City Hall. Chris Barnes will be in charge and CCRA will help provide tools. You are welcome to bring your own gloves, bucket, clippers, and grabber tools to be sure there is enough. Post to be updated soon.

There will be another work party in Dupont on November 23 at 1 p.m. for Sequalitchew Creek. It will be at the same location as before, near the 2nd Fort Nisqually site east side of Center Drive. Pa…

November 23-24, 2024 Fantasy Lights Walk returns! Walkers can once again experience the magic of Fantasy Lights by strol...
11/15/2024

November 23-24, 2024 Fantasy Lights Walk returns! Walkers can once again experience the magic of Fantasy Lights by strolling through Spanaway Park on either Saturday, November 23, or Sunday, November 24. Two walking sessions from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. will be scheduled each night to enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays, food trucks, and more! Fantasy Lights Walk takes you through two miles of animated displays at…...

November 23-24, 2024 Fantasy Lights Walk returns! Walkers can once again experience the magic of Fantasy Lights by strolling through Spanaway Park on either Saturday, November 23, or Sunday, Novemb…

11/14/2024

A coastal flood advisory is in effect from noon to 6pm today, Thursday 11/14/2024 in the Tacoma area. Minor coastal flooding due to tidal overflow is expected around high tide, peaking at 3pm today.

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11/13/2024

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flooding Advisory for the area in effect until 4pm Wednesday, 11/13/2024. Minor coastal flooding possible. Inundation of 2 to 2.5 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas. Minor coastal flooding due to tidal overflow is expected around high tide. High tide will occur around 2 PM PST Wednesday. This may lead to flooding of parking lots, parks, and roads, with only isolated road closures expected. Winds and waves are not expected to cause additional flooding impacts.

Precautionary/Preparedness Actions:
• If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed.
• Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
• Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

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Have Your Say in Parkland-Spanaway’s Future! We’re excited to announce an upcoming opportunity for you to get involved i...
11/11/2024

Have Your Say in Parkland-Spanaway’s Future! We’re excited to announce an upcoming opportunity for you to get involved in shaping the future of our transportation infrastructure! The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is hosting an SR 7 Pre-design Online Open House, and your input is crucial to the success of this project. What’s Happening?The SR 7 Pre-design project aims to enhance our roadways and make travel safer and more efficient in Spanaway. ...

Have Your Say in Parkland-Spanaway’s Future! We’re excited to announce an upcoming opportunity for you to get involved in shaping the future of our transportation infrastructure! The Washington Sta…

Draft rules for housing, urban growth areas and rural planning The Department of Commerce has filed draft rules (CR-102)...
11/11/2024

Draft rules for housing, urban growth areas and rural planning The Department of Commerce has filed draft rules (CR-102) to update Washington’s Administrative Codes (WAC) that seek to incorporate 24 housing-related bills passed into law between 2019 and 2024. These bills relate to housing, urban growth areas and rural planning, and the draft rules will support how local governments plan for affordable housing and increase residential density....

Draft rules for housing, urban growth areas and rural planning The Department of Commerce has filed draft rules (CR-102) to update Washington’s Administrative Codes (WAC) that seek to inc…

Scans of pictures or other memorabilia can be sent to Linda Carlson via the Parkland Elementary Grade School Facebook pa...
11/11/2024

Scans of pictures or other memorabilia can be sent to Linda Carlson via the Parkland Elementary Grade School page or FB Messenger. Please identify the year and any names of persons in the pictures if possible. They are looking for any information/pictures of businesses on Garfield St. during the time the school was open. I'd like to be able to identify what was on each parcel of land and what is there now. ...

Scans of pictures or other memorabilia can be sent to Linda Carlson via the Parkland Elementary Grade School page or FB Messenger. Please identify the year and any names of persons in the …

Flett Creek Habitat Restoration Nov. 16
11/11/2024

Flett Creek Habitat Restoration Nov. 16

By Derek Faust There will be a habitat stewardship event on Clover Park Technical College’s (CPTC) Flett Property this Saturday, November 16th from 9:00 AM to noon. Below is the flyer with p…

OLYMPIA, WA. - This Veterans Day, we stand united in gratitude. We remember the fallen, support the living, and express ...
11/11/2024

OLYMPIA, WA. - This Veterans Day, we stand united in gratitude. We remember the fallen, support the living, and express our deepest appreciation for the countless ways you have served. Your legacy of loyalty and service will continue to inspire future generations. In recognition of this year’s Veterans Day theme “Honoring a Legacy of Loyalty and Service,” we salute the loyalty and service that define our Veterans....

OLYMPIA, WA. – This Veterans Day, we stand united in gratitude. We remember the fallen, support the living, and express our deepest appreciation for the countless ways you have served. Your l…

Legislator of the Year: Senator Steve Conway, 29th Legislative District (Pierce County)Legislator of the Year: Rep. J.T....
11/11/2024

Legislator of the Year: Senator Steve Conway, 29th Legislative District (Pierce County)
Legislator of the Year: Rep. J.T. Wilcox, 2nd Legislative District (Thurston County)

Olympia, WA – The Governor's Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Service to Veterans Awards, which recognize individuals who have demonstrated remarkable dedication to veterans and their families. The recipients will be honored at the Auburn Veterans Day Parade luncheon, where they will be recognized for their exceptional achievements. The Outstanding Service to Veterans Awards program acknowledges individuals and teams whose efforts have gone above and beyond in supporting veterans....

Olympia, WA – The Governor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Service to Veterans Awards, which recognize individuals w…

By Marianne Lincoln I have been watching and advocating for roads and infrastructure in the Parkland, Spanaway, and Fred...
11/09/2024

By Marianne Lincoln I have been watching and advocating for roads and infrastructure in the Parkland, Spanaway, and Frederickson areas most of my life. My mother did so before me. I even took a traffic video to Washington D.C. and met with several Congressional Representative advocating for infrastructure. But when the money finally comes, there is so much need that the local cities vote it for their own needs and the unincorporated areas get stiffed....

By Marianne Lincoln I have been watching and advocating for roads and infrastructure in the Parkland, Spanaway, and Frederickson areas most of my life. My mother did so before me. I even took a tra…

The holidays have begun! The Spanaway Lake High School Craft Fair is November 9, 10 at 1305 168th Street East. The event...
11/09/2024

The holidays have begun! The Spanaway Lake High School Craft Fair is November 9, 10 at 1305 168th Street East. The event on Saturday runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost for entry is $5 for adults (18+), $3 (ages 12-17), and $2 (6-11). They can accept credit and debit cards for entry....

The holidays have begun! The Spanaway Lake High School Craft Fair is November 9, 10 at 1305 168th Street East. The event on Saturday runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost for…

The next board meeting for CCRA will be on November 15, at 4 p.m. at the Parkland Spanaway Library. The board decided la...
11/09/2024

The next board meeting for CCRA will be on November 15, at 4 p.m. at the Parkland Spanaway Library. The board decided last month not to do a general meeting and a board meeting back to back. In order to focus more on actions and less on meetings, there will not be another general meeting until January 2. There will be a board meeting on December 13....

The next board meeting for CCRA will be on November 15, at 4 p.m. at the Parkland Spanaway Library. The board decided last month not to do a general meeting and a board meeting back to back. In ord…

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KING 5 after the Hearings Examiner decision.

Save Parkland School Committee receiving an Achievement Award (Community Engagement) from Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission. Probably the first given outside the city.

Looks like we need some plumbing maintenance on the pump.

The ribbon cutting for the new shelter, with Superintendent Tom Seigel whose idea helped start all this. Pastor Samara Jenkins, Jessica Pair and Marianne Lincoln were the founding board members.

Here is a sample of how this is going.

Parkland wants a Community Services Center building. Saving the Parkland School would serve that purpose. They have had the building inspected and assessed, now, wirh another $250k, it can move to their posession and more grants will become available. Please help today and or monthly wirh anything you can.

She's back!

Update: 5pm all clear Almost contained... Ft. Steilacoom Park fire

Council District 6/5, Parkland community conversation.

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