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Posted on: October 12, 2022

County leadership sends joint letter in opposition to a potential new airport in Pierce County

Airport Site Evaluation

The Pierce County Council and Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier sent a joint letter to aviation officials formally objecting to a potential new airport in Pierce County. They cited several reasons, including environmental harm.

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April special election logic and accuracy test

Posted on: March 31, 2023

Pierce County sees first tenant signed up in new warehouse/distribution development

Posted on: March 30, 2023

New boat launch reservation system at North Lake Tapps Park

Posted on: March 24, 2023

Grants available for watershed improvement projects

Posted on: March 24, 2023

Pierce County seeks public input on 2023 Comprehensive Flood Hazard Management Plan

Posted on: March 20, 2023

Pierce County District Court commissioner appointed

Posted on: March 17, 2023

Work to manage roadside vegetation starts March 27

Posted on: March 17, 2023

Pierce County accepting applications for Behavioral Health Tax funds

Posted on: March 13, 2023

Celebrate the groundbreaking of Sprinker Recreation Center’s new outdoor project

Posted on: March 8, 2023

Auditor seeks to appoint committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: February 24, 2023

Overcoming Adversity film series presents final free movie for caregivers

Posted on: February 24, 2023

2023 sees moderate increases in property taxes

Posted on: February 13, 2023

Pierce County courts host YMCA Mock Trial Regional Tournament

Posted on: February 10, 2023

Pierce County seeks input on opportunities, services for children aged birth to 25

Posted on: February 10, 2023

Help identify a Pierce County decedent

Posted on: February 3, 2023

Updates to Critical Areas Ordinance kick off with an engagement period

Posted on: February 2, 2023

Feb. 14 Special Election at a glance

Posted on: January 27, 2023

Free business skills training for Pierce County small business owners

Posted on: January 26, 2023

Pierce County Parks presents Rock the Rink ice show

Posted on: January 25, 2023

Two Gig Harbor area ballot drop boxes moving to new locations

Posted on: January 24, 2023

Pierce County and Comcast partner to bring high speed internet to Key Peninsula

Posted on: January 23, 2023

February election logic and accuracy test

Posted on: January 20, 2023

Chambers Bay resort development ends

Posted on: January 17, 2023

Overcoming Adversity film series offers free movies for caregivers at the Grand Cinema

Posted on: January 10, 2023

Pierce County Council chooses council leadership for 2023

Posted on: January 10, 2023

Swearing-in Ceremony for New, Returning Councilmembers at First Council Meeting of 2023

Posted on: December 30, 2022

Pierce County sewer rates to increase Jan. 1, 2023

Posted on: December 21, 2022

Auditor seeks to appoint committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: December 16, 2022

Pierce County Council Adds 52 Miles of Shoreline Protection in South Puget Sound

Posted on: December 14, 2022

Pierce County now accepting art grant applications

Posted on: December 15, 2022

Pierce County Parks seeks input on Sprinker Recreation Center

Posted on: December 14, 2022

Volunteers, donations needed for the Point-In-Time Count

Posted on: December 2, 2022

Pierce County Department of Emergency Management and Bird’s Eye Medical receive international award

Posted on: November 10, 2022

Calling all community service groups!

Posted on: November 9, 2022

Pierce County awards $9.6 million in ARPA sewer and water utility infrastructure grants

Posted on: November 7, 2022

Pierce County completes salmon habitat restoration in Clear Creek

Posted on: November 3, 2022

Experience the holidays with Pierce County Parks

Posted on: October 28, 2022

Burn ban lifted for unincorporated Pierce County

Posted on: October 24, 2022

November 2022 election at a glance

Posted on: October 20, 2022

Hope is on the horizon for chronically unhoused people

Posted on: October 20, 2022

Pierce County, Fife, service providers receive $35 million for safer housing opportunities

Posted on: October 19, 2022

Road closures to begin Oct. 24 to install major sewer line in Spanaway

Posted on: October 19, 2022

General Election Logic and Accuracy Test

Posted on: October 14, 2022

Notice of Funding Availability for Public Facilities

Posted on: October 7, 2022

Pierce County updates geographic greenhouse gas emissions data through regional inventory project

Posted on: October 6, 2022

Comment now on County safe parking proposal

Posted on: October 5, 2022

Spooky events happening in Pierce County Parks

Posted on: September 27, 2022

Affordable housing awards bring 335 new units to Pierce County residents in need

Posted on: September 21, 2022

“Pardner Up” for Rideshare Month this October with Pierce Trips

Posted on: September 21, 2022

Pierce County Economic Development receives IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Award

Posted on: September 20, 2022

Fall Prevention Awareness Day Event

Posted on: September 19, 2022

2023 Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant Program accepting applications

Posted on: September 7, 2022

Celebrate the last days of summer with Pierce County Parks

Posted on: September 1, 2022

Pierce County seeks public input on Comprehensive Plan update

Posted on: September 1, 2022

Applications now open for C-PACER financing

Posted on: August 19, 2022

Alzheimer’s Conference returns live in person with support, resources

Posted on: August 16, 2022

Write-in candidate Cameron Severns advances to general election

Posted on: August 16, 2022

Pierce County Council appoints Paul M. Herrera to District 2 County Council seat

Posted on: August 9, 2022

Deadline extended for ARPA Sewer and Water Utility Infrastructure Grant Program

Posted on: July 29, 2022

Celebrate Walk Everywhere Challenge in August with Pierce Trips

Posted on: July 28, 2022

Pierce County declares July 30 as Pierce County Trails Day

Posted on: July 26, 2022

Support, resources offered at 2022 Caregiver Conference

Posted on: July 25, 2022

Colorful events happening in Pierce County Parks this August

Posted on: July 22, 2022

Congratulations to Elections Supervisor Kyle Haugh

Posted on: July 19, 2022

Primary ballots mailed July 15 with district changes for some Pierce County voters

Posted on: July 14, 2022

Rental Assistance Portal Closing August 1

Posted on: July 13, 2022

Primary Election at a glance

Posted on: July 12, 2022

Road closures to begin July 7 to install major sewer line in Parkland

Posted on: July 6, 2022

Homeless Housing Program Funding Awards

Posted on: July 5, 2022

Applications open for Comprehensive Plan amendments

Posted on: July 1, 2022

From free movies to a dog festival, Pierce County Parks has something for everyone this July

Posted on: July 1, 2022

Help turn traffic boxes into community landmarks

Posted on: June 30, 2022

Residential property values take another big jump

Posted on: June 23, 2022

Daytime closures of part of Swan Creek Park planned for mid-June

Posted on: June 8, 2022

Pierce County announces $10 million in ARPA sewer and water utility infrastructure grants

Posted on: May 31, 2022

Calling all dogs to the Pooch Paw-Ty on June 25

Posted on: May 31, 2022

Comprehensive Plan to End Homelessness - Request for Proposal

Posted on: June 16, 2022

Pierce County voters will receive new voter registration cards

Posted on: May 26, 2022

Section of Point Fosdick Drive Northwest to be resurfaced

Posted on: May 25, 2022

Annual Donut Dash 5K returns

Posted on: May 24, 2022

144th Street East Sewer Extension project to start May 31

Posted on: May 18, 2022

Auditor seeks to appoint committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: May 13, 2022

Candidate filing week begins Monday, May 16

Posted on: May 12, 2022

Pierce County Council approves budget adjustments

Posted on: May 11, 2022

Notice of Funding Availability - Affordable Housing

Posted on: May 5, 2022

Key Peninsula Giveaway

Posted on: May 5, 2022

Pierce County seeking public comments on updated Nisqually Watershed flood maps

Posted on: May 5, 2022

Wear RED on May 5 to recognize and remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

Posted on: May 2, 2022

Pierce County District Court launches Mental Health Court

Posted on: April 28, 2022

April 26 Special Election Results

Posted on: April 27, 2022

Project along section of 136th Street East to begin May 2

Posted on: April 26, 2022

Council adopts policy to allow temporary safe parking facilities in unincorporated areas

Posted on: April 20, 2022

Summer recreation scholarship program announced

Posted on: April 20, 2022

Workshops offer tips for caregiving on the Alzheimer’s journey

Posted on: April 19, 2022

Celebrate Bike Month in May with Pierce Trips

Posted on: April 19, 2022

Pierce County Parks receives project of the year award for Frederickson Community Center

Posted on: April 15, 2022

Celebrate Lidford Playfield’s new playground May 7

Posted on: April 12, 2022

Section of 8th Avenue East to be resurfaced

Posted on: April 7, 2022

Pierce County Parks Foothills Dash returns to Orting April 23

Posted on: April 7, 2022

Construction project on section of Canyon Road East will start April 11

Posted on: April 7, 2022

Pierce County hosts career fair April 14

Posted on: April 6, 2022

Section of Sumner-Buckley Highway East to be resurfaced

Posted on: April 1, 2022

Help remodel Sprinker Recreation Center

Posted on: April 1, 2022

District Court guidance on face coverings

Posted on: March 11, 2022

Community invited to weigh in on Key Peninsula intersection project

Posted on: March 7, 2022

Pierce Trips relaunches the Best Commuter Business Leadership Program

Posted on: February 17, 2022

2022 sees moderate increases in property taxes

Posted on: February 11, 2022

Community invited to apply for 2022 Watershed Small Grants

Posted on: February 7, 2022

Business and government to connect at Greater Pierce County Purchasing Forum

Posted on: January 27, 2022

Improvements coming to 92nd Avenue East and 224th Street East intersection

Posted on: January 25, 2022

District Court Continued Suspension of Jury Trials

Posted on: January 19, 2022

Auditor seeks to appoint committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: December 10, 2021

Special filing period Dec. 13-15, 2021, for Drainage District Elections

Posted on: December 9, 2021

Pierce County survey asks why and where people walk, bike and roll

Posted on: December 2, 2021

Pierce County Parks 2022 No Sun Fun Run offers both virtual and in-person race options

Posted on: December 1, 2021

Final draft districting plan submitted to the Districting Committee for review

Posted on: November 30, 2021

2021 Tax Title Property Auction

Posted on: November 16, 2021

Fantasy Lights offers a walk-through experience

Posted on: November 3, 2021

Chambers Creek Canyon Trail project bridge installed

Posted on: November 2, 2021

Fantasy Lights tickets go on sale Nov. 1

Posted on: October 27, 2021

Constance R. White named Pierce County Clerk of the Superior Court

Posted on: October 26, 2021

General Election at a glance

Posted on: October 14, 2021

Donut Dash 5K fun run registration ends Monday, Oct. 4

Posted on: October 1, 2021

Haunted Headlights tickets go on sale Oct. 1

Posted on: September 29, 2021

2021 Alzheimer’s Conference brings information and inspiration to caregivers

Posted on: September 28, 2021

Dammeier proposes biennial budget focusing on housing and homelessness

Posted on: September 21, 2021

Pierce County burn ban lifted Sept. 21 due to recent weather

Posted on: September 20, 2021

Public invited to review the Draft Action Plan for the Carbon River Corridor

Posted on: September 13, 2021

Apply for a historic preservation grant

Posted on: September 3, 2021

Community input sought for aging and disability services Area Plan Update

Posted on: August 30, 2021

Alzheimer’s educational series provides guidance to caregivers

Posted on: August 23, 2021

Pierce County seeks public input on early environmental findings for River Crossing Bridge project

Posted on: August 17, 2021

Pierce County launches new sewer customer portal

Posted on: August 17, 2021

Pierce County celebrates family reunification on Aug. 20

Posted on: August 13, 2021

Pierce County Medical Examiner seeks family or friends for more than 170 unclaimed decedents

Posted on: August 10, 2021

Final week to register for the Chambers Color Run

Posted on: August 9, 2021

Auditor seeks to appoint committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: August 4, 2021

Work begins for Chambers Creek Canyon Trail project

Posted on: July 27, 2021

Primary Election at a glance

Posted on: July 15, 2021

Pierce County declares July as Park and Recreation Month

Posted on: July 7, 2021

Prevail the Trail 5K fun run invites all ages and abilities to register

Posted on: July 1, 2021

Special candidate filing period to be held July 12-14, 2021

Posted on: July 1, 2021

Residential property values take a big jump in Pierce County

Posted on: June 25, 2021

Pierce County Development Center lobby reopening on July 1

Posted on: June 24, 2021

Burn ban for unincorporated Pierce County starts at 8 a.m. on June 25

Posted on: June 23, 2021

Accessibility, sidewalk connectivity improvements coming to section of 168th Street East

Posted on: June 22, 2021

Huge Creek receives new culvert

Posted on: June 21, 2021

Community input sought for Community Action Programs

Posted on: June 15, 2021

Part of Swan Creek Park to be closed during the day June 21-July 1 for pond work

Posted on: June 10, 2021

Construction starting on the Upper Nisqually for Channel Migration Protection

Posted on: June 8, 2021

Wetland rehabilitation continues with junk removal along Canyon Road East

Posted on: June 2, 2021

New traffic signal system coming to Canyon Road East and 96th Street East June 3

Posted on: June 1, 2021

Community input sought for aging and disability services

Posted on: May 26, 2021

Universal design workshop focuses on age-friendly homes

Posted on: May 25, 2021

Candidate filing week begins Monday, May 17

Posted on: May 13, 2021

Guardrail, retaining walls coming to section of 264th Street East

Posted on: May 10, 2021

Workshop discusses health care planning from a medical perspective

Posted on: May 4, 2021

Learn the basics of Medicaid

Posted on: May 3, 2021

Summer camp financial assistance program Kids Need to Play! announced

Posted on: May 3, 2021

Tacoma Dome is home for Pierce County’s vaccination effort for six weeks starting April 27

Posted on: April 21, 2021

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program opens May 3

Posted on: April 13, 2021

Register now for the Spring Fling Virtual 5k

Posted on: April 13, 2021

Affordable homes and housing at the heart of proposal for $175 million in American Rescue Plan

Posted on: April 12, 2021

Pierce County Caregiver Conference goes virtual

Posted on: April 8, 2021

Pierce County businesses weigh in on business assistance programs

Posted on: March 9, 2021

Pierce County seeks COVID Recovery Team members with virtual hiring event

Posted on: February 15, 2021

2021 sees moderate increases in property taxes

Posted on: February 11, 2021

Mass COVID vaccination sites planned for Pierce County

Posted on: January 15, 2021

Wheeled all-terrain vehicles allowed on additional Pierce County roads starting Jan. 1

Posted on: December 30, 2020

Pierce County Parks 2021 No Sun Fun Run offers virtual and in-person options

Posted on: December 28, 2020

Superior Court launches no-cost eviction resolution program

Posted on: December 17, 2020

Pierce County sewer rates to increase Jan. 1, 2021

Posted on: December 21, 2020

Pierce County District Court suspends jury trials

Posted on: December 10, 2020

Three new courtrooms and associated spaces completed for County-City Building District Court

Posted on: December 8, 2020

Apply for a historic preservation grant

Posted on: November 24, 2020

Pierce County Parks facilities respond to the Governor’s latest restrictions

Posted on: November 23, 2020

Traffic signal system coming to Steele Street South and 102nd Street South intersection Nov. 19

Posted on: November 18, 2020

Fantasy Lights opens Nov. 21

Posted on: November 17, 2020

District Court response to November 15, 2020 statewide order

Posted on: November 15, 2020

Superior Court's response to Governor's 11-15-2020 press conference

Posted on: November 15, 2020

Local Rotarians help Pierce County elections

Posted on: October 30, 2020

CARES Act partnership creates over 70 new paid job internships for young adults

Posted on: October 23, 2020

Meet Me in the Park partnership increases programming in time of need

Posted on: October 23, 2020

Stan and Joan Cross Park opens; design features sustainable restoration of historic barns and access

Posted on: October 14, 2020

Pierce County refinances bonds; saves over $25 million

Posted on: October 9, 2020

Popular Woof Woof dog walk starts at So. Hill Community Park

Posted on: October 7, 2020

Voight's Creek bridge on Foothills Trail closed for repair

Posted on: September 21, 2020

Pierce County businesses: Apply by Oct. 2 to receive COVID-19 relief funds

Posted on: September 18, 2020

Criminal Justice Work Group findings presented to County Council

Posted on: September 16, 2020

Pierce County takes steps to have Electron Dam removed

Posted on: September 14, 2020

Pierce County parks remain open for recreation this fall

Posted on: September 10, 2020

Pierce County to hire more Sheriff deputies

Posted on: August 11, 2020

New features and improvements at North Lake Tapps County Park

Posted on: July 30, 2020

Businesses throughout Pierce County weigh in on COVID-19 impacts, programs needed for recovery

Posted on: July 29, 2020

New sewer pump station to be built at intersection of 28th Avenue East and 182nd Street East

Posted on: June 26, 2020

County allocates $5 million to help schools safely reopen in the fall

Posted on: June 22, 2020

County continues to allocate CARES Act funding; More than $17 million in support

Posted on: June 8, 2020

Pierce County allocates $3.8 million to help farmers, seniors and homeowners

Posted on: May 27, 2020

Ken Farmer named head of Pierce County Disaster Recovery Office

Posted on: May 18, 2020

Pierce County distributes next $17 million in CARES Act funding

Posted on: May 16, 2020

New traffic signal system to be activated Feb. 6 at 78th Avenue East and 184th Street East

Posted on: February 5, 2018

County to hear final recommendations for Agricultural Resource Land Study

Posted on: September 7, 2016

District Court early closure, Sept. 16

Posted on: September 7, 2016

County observes Labor Day, Sept. 5

Posted on: September 2, 2016

Video News: Squatters get the boot, hiring election workers, pollinating Parkland Prairie, and more

Posted on: September 2, 2016

Rev up for fun at Touch-A-Truck event, Sept. 10.

Posted on: August 30, 2016

South Hill panel focuses on extended care for loved ones

Posted on: August 30, 2016

Section of 108th Street East to be resurfaced Sept. 6-16

Posted on: August 29, 2016

Pierce County Ferry offers two-boat service during Labor Day weekend

Posted on: August 29, 2016

Video News: Fireworks, Chambers Bay Resort, Lady Washington, and more

Posted on: August 25, 2016

Food trucks to park themselves at Sprinker Recreation Center, Aug. 27

Posted on: August 23, 2016

Chambers Bay resort proposals unveiled; Public invited to learn more at Sept. 8 open house

Posted on: August 23, 2016

Work to improve sidewalks, pedestrian visibility on Park Avenue South begins Aug. 29

Posted on: August 23, 2016

Annual Kite Festival takes flight Aug. 28

Posted on: August 22, 2016

Heat advisory notice and options

Posted on: August 18, 2016

Video News: Tourism Special

Posted on: August 18, 2016

Section of Gem Heights Drive East to be resurfaced Aug. 22-26

Posted on: August 18, 2016

Dry weather prompts county-wide burn ban

Posted on: August 18, 2016

Video News: SS911 site chosen, scuba with Sheriff dive team, and more

Posted on: August 12, 2016

Video News: Homeless camps, Fox Island Bridge, Sprinker's 40th, and more

Posted on: August 5, 2016

UPDATED: Auditor seeks to appoint committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: August 3, 2016

Auditor seeks to appoint committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: July 28, 2016

Public input sought on Chambers Creek Regional Park Master Site Plan update

Posted on: July 27, 2016

August 2 Election at a glance

August 2 Primary Election at a glance

Posted on: July 25, 2016

Sprinker Recreation kicks off 40th anniversary with activities July 30

Posted on: July 22, 2016

New ferry ticketing system goes live July 26

Posted on: July 21, 2016

198th Avenue East extension opens new route to ease traffic

Posted on: July 21, 2016

Section of Foothills Trail to close during levee maintenance

Posted on: July 21, 2016

Chambers Bay to host the U.S. Amateur Four-Ball in 2019

Posted on: July 20, 2016

Open house on options to replace or rehabilitate the Fox Island Bridge planned for Aug. 2

Posted on: July 20, 2016

Pierce County Airport-Thun Field’s runway to be closed at night for electrical work

Posted on: July 19, 2016

New version of the Pierce County Bike Map released

Posted on: July 18, 2016

Video News: Sheriff on violence, apartments save farmland, Bridge to the Beach extension, and more

Posted on: July 15, 2016

Pierce County Medical Examiner seeks friends and families to reclaim remains of deceased

Posted on: July 8, 2016

Video News: Rules take effect for marijuana, register for August Primary, and more

Posted on: July 7, 2016

Pioneer Way entrance to Swan Creek Park closed weekdays July 11-16

Posted on: July 7, 2016

“Sounds at Sunset” concert series at Meridian Habitat Park

Posted on: July 7, 2016

Video News: Opioid epidemic, Sounder projects, leopard meatball, and more

Posted on: July 6, 2016

A Statement from Pierce County Council Chair Doug Richardson

Posted on: June 30, 2016

Pierce County Executive vetoes marijuana ordinance

Posted on: June 30, 2016

Tips for staying safe on 4th of July

Posted on: June 30, 2016

Pilot of two-boat service on the Pierce County Ferry during summer weekends starts July 1

Posted on: June 28, 2016

Fourth of July weekend brings schedule changes, extreme tide warning for Pierce County Ferry

Posted on: June 24, 2016

Video News: Behavioral Health Unit targets mental illness, new home values, tour Manuscript Museum

Posted on: June 24, 2016

Puget Sound Fresh app wins international award for design excellence

Posted on: June 22, 2016

Video News: Sheriff calls for more deputies, ferry adds runs, vigil for Orlando, and more

Posted on: June 17, 2016

Junk In Your Trunk community garage sale returns

Posted on: June 13, 2016

Video News: Cascadia Rising, Boots2Work, Foothills Trail, and more

Posted on: June 9, 2016

Video News: Tourism Special

Posted on: June 2, 2016

Grandparenting has a new look

Posted on: June 1, 2016

Flights on the vintage Douglas DC-3 offered during Gig Harbor Wings & Wheels July 3

Posted on: June 1, 2016

Groundbreaking ceremony for the Foothills National Recreational Trail

Posted on: May 31, 2016

Video News: Volcano tracking, Chambers Creek planning, Meet the Farmer berries, and more

Posted on: May 27, 2016

Chuck Buzzard named Washington’s GIS Person of the Year!

Posted on: May 27, 2016

Gig Harbor Wings & Wheels back July 3, 2016 with aircraft, cars, motorcycles

Posted on: May 25, 2016

Register now for 26th annual Tour de Pierce bike ride June 26

Posted on: May 25, 2016

Memorial Day weekend brings holiday schedule, extreme tide warning for Pierce County Ferry

Posted on: May 20, 2016

Road project along Crystal Mountain Boulevard East resumes May 23

Posted on: May 20, 2016

Traffic revisions coming to 62nd Ave. E. and 48th St. E. SW of River Road May 18

Posted on: May 16, 2016

Honorable Brian Tollefson

Judge Tollefson announces retirement from Superior Court

Posted on: May 13, 2016

Businesses can learn first-hand about cyber-related crimes

Posted on: May 10, 2016

Video News: Homeless report, horse castration clinic, baby leopard cubs, and more

Posted on: May 6, 2016

Pierce County Superior Court honors jurors May 16-20

Posted on: May 5, 2016

Puget Sound Starts Here Month challenges residents to adopt Sound-healthy behaviors

Posted on: May 5, 2016

Passing of Robin McKinney

Posted on: May 4, 2016

Crystal Judson Family Justice Center marks 10th anniversary

Posted on: May 3, 2016

Video News: The Trails of Pierce County

Posted on: May 2, 2016

Social Security benefits help people with a ticket to work

Posted on: May 2, 2016

Unsheltered homelessness up 37 percent in Pierce County

Posted on: April 29, 2016

Ansara named Director of Community Connections for Pierce County

Posted on: April 29, 2016

Films on aging highlight Older Americans Month

Posted on: April 27, 2016

Apply for a landmarks preservation grant by June 10

Posted on: April 26, 2016

Gaddis named new Pierce County Court Administrator

Posted on: April 26, 2016

Video News: County considers ferry schedule change, sustainability saves money, and more

Posted on: April 22, 2016

Three final decisions become the most important

Posted on: April 18, 2016

Video News: Recruiting CASA's, Jury Duty scam, DuPont stay & play, and more

Posted on: April 15, 2016

Workshop offers keys to success with vision loss

Posted on: April 12, 2016

New traffic signal system to be activated at 52nd Street East and 66th Avenue East April 12

Posted on: April 12, 2016

Jury duty scams on the rise

Posted on: April 8, 2016

Seattle Seahawks Jimmy Graham’s mother and Pierce County’s CASA team up to help foster kids

Posted on: April 8, 2016

Video News: Groundwater flooding, April election, Kid's Trek, Tacoma Rainiers, and more

Posted on: April 7, 2016

Prevention pinwheels

Pinwheels strive to raise awareness, prevention of child abuse and neglect during April

Posted on: April 6, 2016

Pierce County ferry peak season fare rates go into effect May 1

Posted on: April 6, 2016

Meetings to discuss proposed co-located SS911, Health Department and Community Connections building

Posted on: March 31, 2016

Video News: Undercover with Property Crimes Unit, Meet the Farmer: Crowd Cow

Posted on: April 1, 2016

Executive seeks applicants for Ethics Commission vacancies

Posted on: March 31, 2016

New traffic signal system to be activated at 78th Avenue East and 192nd Street East March 31

Posted on: March 30, 2016

County offers resources for early stage memory loss

Posted on: March 30, 2016

Work at 112th Street East and A Street South intersection starts March 28

Posted on: March 25, 2016

Video News: Presidential race, Puyallup homeless, Sumner traffic, and more

Posted on: March 25, 2016

Learn about extended care resources for a loved one

Posted on: March 24, 2016

Pierce County Auditor hosts Passport Week

Posted on: March 23, 2016

Video News: Proposed Health & Community building, Enhanced Driver's License deadline, and more

Posted on: March 18, 2016

It’s time for Parks & Recreation's Annual Family Bingo Night

Posted on: March 14, 2016

Annual county roadside herbicide applications start March 28

Posted on: March 14, 2016

Video News: Vaughn Bay clean up, Charter Commission seeks ideas, meet an egg farmer, and more

Posted on: March 11, 2016

Social Security Disability focus on March 23

Posted on: March 4, 2016

Video News: Stopping repeat offenders, new Law Library hours, EDB annual meeting, and more

Posted on: March 3, 2016

Pierce County Ferry service expected to resume in early evening

Posted on: February 29, 2016

Pierce County Ferry out of service until further notice

Posted on: February 29, 2016

Pierce County Law Library to close on Sundays

Posted on: February 26, 2016

Auditor seeks to appoint committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: February 26, 2016

Video News: Ferry study results, Chambers Creek master plan, cars of Downton Abbey, and more

Posted on: February 25, 2016

Workshop explains Social Security retirement changes in 2016

Posted on: February 24, 2016

Auditor seeks to appoint “For” and “Against” committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: February 17, 2016

Try Hockey For Free Day coming to Sprinker Ice Arena Feb. 20.

Posted on: February 16, 2016

Figueroa and Swanson elected to leadership of Rainier Communications Commission

Posted on: February 16, 2016

Pierce County offices closed Monday, Feb. 15

Posted on: February 12, 2016

Video News: Earthquake workshops, building permits go digital, and more

Posted on: February 12, 2016

Pierce County looking for resort-style development at Chambers Bay

Posted on: February 8, 2016

Video News: Counting homeless, saving farmland, attracting golfers, and more

Posted on: February 5, 2016

Pierce County is looking to lease

Posted on: February 3, 2016

Video News: Spike in passports, Van Lierop land transfers hands, ice show at Sprinker, and more

Posted on: January 29, 2016

Libby Catalinich named Pierce County Director of Communications

Posted on: January 28, 2016

Milestone reached in Puyallup Valley farmland conservation

Posted on: January 27, 2016

Record-breaking year at Sprinker Recreation Center

Posted on: January 26, 2016

Rehabilitation of six sewer manholes to begin Jan. 25 in Lakewood

Posted on: January 21, 2016

Volunteers needed to help count homeless people in Pierce County

Posted on: January 15, 2016

Board of Equalization seeks members

Posted on: January 13, 2016

Pierce County Council chooses new leadership for 2016

Posted on: January 13, 2016

Councilmember Young selected for new transportation leadership academy

Posted on: January 12, 2016

Chambers Bay experiences changing demographic of golfers

Posted on: January 11, 2016

Video News: Upgrade lahar system, hoarding workshops, hockey at Sprinker, and more

Posted on: January 8, 2016

Don't Drip and Drive image

Don’t Drip and Drive campaign wins National Environmental Achievement Award

Posted on: January 7, 2016

2015 U.S. Open Championship tallies $134 million in regional economic impact

Posted on: January 5, 2016

Learn skills to deal with initial diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

Posted on: January 4, 2016

Video News: Local election stats, fire districts go digital, Sumner shops small, and more

Posted on: November 18, 2016

Video News: Best of 2015

Posted on: December 29, 2015

Workshop brings hoarding out from the shadows

Posted on: December 29, 2015

Video News: Holiday Special -- Best of the U.S. Open

Posted on: December 18, 2015

County Council amends ordinance to allow sale of marijuana

Posted on: December 15, 2015

Auditor seeks to appoint committee members for voters’ pamphlets

Posted on: December 14, 2015

Repair work on the Anderson Island ferry landing starts Dec. 14

Posted on: December 10, 2015

Emergency Operations Center open

Posted on: December 9, 2015

Crafters collage

Crafters Creations event offers one-of-a-kind gifts for the holiday

Posted on: December 8, 2015

Pierce County ferry fares to increase in 2016

Posted on: December 7, 2015

Sheriff's Community Academy openings

Posted on: December 7, 2015

Video News: Family Drug Court, Toys for Tots, Fantasy Lights, and more

Posted on: December 7, 2015

Pierce County passes resolution supporting Stepping Up initiative

Posted on: December 2, 2015

Two Day Winter Eco Camp at Sprinker Recreation Center

Posted on: November 30, 2015

21st annual Fantasy Lights experience to kick off at Spanaway Park

Posted on: November 23, 2015

Video News: Property Crimes Unit, 2016 Budget, Meet the Farmer, and more

Posted on: November 19, 2015

Derek Young’s statement on passing of Gretchen Wilbert

Posted on: November 17, 2015

Video News: Hot Shop Heroes, U.S. Open revenue, Metro Animal Services, and more

Posted on: November 13, 2015

County observes Veterans Day

Posted on: November 9, 2015

Councilmember McDonald concerned budget action will make marijuana problems worse

Posted on: November 10, 2015

Talbert applauds passage of measure to fund property crimes unit

Posted on: November 10, 2015

Richardson proposal would crack down on illegal marijuana operations in Pierce County

Posted on: November 10, 2015

Recreation Assistant job opportunity with Parks and Recreation Department

Posted on: November 10, 2015

Pierce County invites community to flood preparedness open house

Posted on: November 9, 2015

Video News: Veterans job training, ballot tracking, piano-playing juvenile, and more

Posted on: November 5, 2015

Economic impact of U.S. Open shows County fared well

Posted on: November 5, 2015

Video News: Pre-Trial Services, para carts for wounded vets, North Meadow parking, and more

Posted on: October 28, 2015

Pierce County hires Tiffany Speir as new Government Relations Director

Posted on: October 29, 2015

Local United States District Court judge honored at U.S. Supreme Court

Posted on: October 29, 2015

Therapeutic Recreation Leader opportunity with Parks and Recreation

Posted on: October 28, 2015

Fall fun for everyone at Parks and Recreation Family Bingo Night

Posted on: October 27, 2015

Video News: County to see $1.5 billion in state projects, meet a pumpkin farmer, and more

Posted on: October 26, 2015

Pierce County completes evaluation of ramp, sidewalk compliance with ADA standards

Posted on: October 26, 2015

North Meadow parking area at Chambers Creek Regional Park to reopen after expansion

Posted on: October 23, 2015

More in-district Council meetings scheduled in Pierce County

Posted on: October 19, 2015

Video News: EFN food shortage, Fife High School turns 100, and more

Posted on: October 16, 2015

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Pierce County hailed winner by Thomson Reuters

Posted on: October 14, 2015

Community Connections director leaving position at Pierce County

Posted on: October 12, 2015

Event highlights resources, services, programs, supports for seniors and disabled

Posted on: October 9, 2015

Video News: The Trails of Pierce County

Posted on: October 9, 2015

Pierce County road crews prepare for winter weather

Posted on: October 7, 2015

Pierce County Television takes home 17 awards at national banquet

Posted on: October 5, 2015

Reduce flooding by keeping storm drains clear of leaves

Posted on: October 5, 2015

Video News: Hiring corrections deputies, precinct celebrates one year, Farm app, and more

Posted on: October 2, 2015

Medicare changes place responsibilities on beneficiaries

Posted on: September 29, 2015

Video News: President Xi visits Tacoma, 2016 budget hearings, dog park opens, and more

Posted on: September 25, 2015

Oct. 7 workshop offered on caring for neighborhood stormwater systems

Posted on: September 25, 2015

Lacamas Creek Bridge reopens following replacement

Posted on: September 23, 2015

Free CPR Sunday event at Foss High School

Posted on: September 23, 2015

Pierce County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse hosts Open House for new Applicants

Posted on: September 23, 2015

Executive McCarthy unveils sustainable, customer-focused 2016 budget

Posted on: September 22, 2015

Puget Sound Fresh app wins national award for best new mobile app

Posted on: September 18, 2015

Video News: Sumner YMCA, military voters, beekeeping, and more

Posted on: September 17, 2015

Non-peak season Pierce County Ferry fare rates go into effect Oct. 1

Posted on: September 17, 2015

Chambers Creek Regional Park to reopen dog park, beach access

Posted on: September 17, 2015

Canines and costumes at the Parks and Recreation Woof Woof Walk

Posted on: September 17, 2015

500 vehicles expected at Sept. 26 Classic Car & Truck Show

Posted on: September 15, 2015

Video News: Best of the U.S. Open

Posted on: September 11, 2015

Pierce County Airport-Thun Field’s runway to be closed during pavement work

Posted on: September 11, 2015

Council schedules more meetings to be held around Pierce County

Posted on: September 9, 2015

Forum provides businesses opportunity to do work with government

Posted on: September 9, 2015

Alzheimer’s conference explores power of music

Posted on: September 8, 2015

Tiny Tots indoor playground reopens at the Lakewood Community Center

Posted on: September 8, 2015

Parks and Recreation Touch A Truck event

Posted on: September 8, 2015

Learn skills to deal with initial diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

Posted on: September 4, 2015

County observes Labor Day

Posted on: September 4, 2015

Police help seniors to be safe at home

Posted on: September 2, 2015

Council reconsiders, approves behavioral health study proposal

Posted on: September 1, 2015

Pierce County Sheriff seeking Community Academy participants

Posted on: August 31, 2015

Councilmember Young’s statement on Executive’s second comprehensive plan override

Posted on: August 28, 2015

Young disappointed after Council’s behavioral health study vote

Posted on: August 25, 2015

Pioneer Way entrance to Swan Creek Park closed Sept. 9-18

Posted on: August 25, 2015

Pierce County to reduce water usage in response to drought

Posted on: August 24, 2015

County to open more areas of Chambers Creek Regional Park

Posted on: August 21, 2015

Video News: Fife school cameras, road striping platform, Washington State Fair, and more

Posted on: August 21, 2015

Labor Day weekend brings holiday schedule, extreme tide warning for Pierce County Ferry

Posted on: August 21, 2015

Glacial outburst flood and debris flow occurs at Mount Rainier National Park

Posted on: August 14, 2015

Video News: Comprehensive Plan, fire evacuations, Duris Cucumber Farm, and more

Posted on: August 14, 2015

Auditor seeks to appoint “For” and “Against” committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: August 10, 2015

Councilmember Young tapped to serve in a national position

Posted on: August 7, 2015

Plan ahead to maximize your Social Security benefits

Posted on: August 7, 2015

Video News: Marijuana task force, Primary Election, Fennel Creek, and more

Posted on: August 7, 2015

Pierce County’s next-generation permitting system best in the nation

Posted on: August 6, 2015

Auditor seeks to appoint “against” committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: August 6, 2015

Parks and Recreation offers Northwest Magic basketball “boot camp”

Posted on: August 5, 2015

Urban Forestry Restoration Project to clean up Bresemann Forest and Spanaway Park

Posted on: August 4, 2015

2015 Primary Election information and results schedule available

Posted on: August 3, 2015

Video News: JBLM drawdown, beach cleanup, Puyallup 125th birthday, and more

Posted on: July 31, 2015

New work hours for Crystal Mountain Boulevard East project due to fire precautions

Posted on: July 30, 2015

Sheriff's Community Academy openings

Posted on: July 28, 2015

Parks and Recreation updates Junk in Your Trunk event schedule

Posted on: July 27, 2015

County outlines strategy for enforcing marijuana violations

Posted on: July 27, 2015

Councilmembers Young, Ladenburg call for countywide mental health audit

Posted on: July 23, 2015

6th District Council meeting will honor retiring JBLM commander

Posted on: July 23, 2015

Pierce County wins state and national award for its Sewer and Traffic Operations Facility

Posted on: July 22, 2015

Foothills Trail between Orting and Crocker trailheads to close for levee maintenance

Posted on: July 20, 2015

Councilmember Talbert’s statement on comp plan reconsideration

Posted on: July 17, 2015

Auditor announces special three-day candidate filing period

Posted on: July 17, 2015

Council Chair’s statement on Executive veto of Pierce County comprehensive plan

Posted on: July 16, 2015

Video News: Best of the U.S. Open

Posted on: July 16, 2015

Delays expected on Brookdale Road East July 23-24 due to paving work

Posted on: July 16, 2015

Pavement work at Tacoma Narrows Airport starts July 21

Posted on: July 14, 2015

Councilmember Doug Richardson’s Statement on JBLM Personnel Drawdown and Transportation Funding

Posted on: July 14, 2015

Executive McCarthy statement regarding referendum on General Services Building

Posted on: July 10, 2015

Dan Roach statement on General Services Building referendum

Posted on: July 10, 2015

Referendum qualifies for ballot

Posted on: July 10, 2015

Pierce County makes the top ten list of digital leaders in government

Posted on: July 9, 2015

Video News: Restoring Chambers, fire fighting resources, Tacoma Narrows Aviation Zone, and more

Posted on: July 9, 2015

County Executive’s statement on JBLM personnel drawdown

Posted on: July 8, 2015

Video News: Tourism Special

Posted on: July 6, 2015

$35.5M for flood risk reduction, habitat projects

Posted on: July 6, 2015

Sounds of music fill the air at Meridian Habitat Park

Posted on: July 6, 2015

County observes Independence Day

Posted on: July 2, 2015

Ron Klein named interim communications director as Hunter George heads to Metro Parks Tacoma

Posted on: July 2, 2015

Stay safe and legal this 4th of July

Posted on: July 1, 2015

Playground by the Sound at Chambers Creek Regional Park to reopen July 3

Posted on: July 1, 2015

Inslee announces appointment of Michael Schwartz to the Pierce County Superior Court

Posted on: June 30, 2015

County set to start resurfacing of Crystal Mountain Blvd East

Posted on: June 26, 2015

Excessive heat advisory issued

Posted on: June 25, 2015

Project to restore salmon habitat on Fennel Creek begins July 1

Posted on: June 25, 2015

Video News: U.S. Open Special from the 18th fairway

Posted on: June 24, 2015

Sails statute in Spectator Square

Chambers Creek Regional Park reopening in stages, starting June 26

Posted on: June 22, 2015

Fourth of July weekend brings holiday schedule, extreme tide warning for Pierce County Ferry

Posted on: June 22, 2015

50 percent off all 2015 U.S. Open Championship merchandise

Posted on: June 22, 2015

Executive McCarthy: Chambers Bay was worthy of the toughest test in golf

Posted on: June 21, 2015

Video News: U.S. Open Special from Chambers Bays

Posted on: June 20, 2015

Dry weather prompts county-wide burn ban

Posted on: June 18, 2015

In the kitchen with the U.S. Open caterer

U.S. Open caterer serves a Northwest menu to thousands

Posted on: June 17, 2015

Learn how to make decisions when you can’t

Posted on: June 16, 2015

Tacoma Narrows Airport welcomes U.S. Open Championship traffic, fans

Posted on: June 15, 2015

Video News: U.S. Open Special from Spectator Square

Posted on: June 11, 2015

Community invited to June 24 open house on planned Point Fosdick Drive Northwest roundabout

Posted on: June 10, 2015

Learn about Tacoma Narrows Airport’s draft water system plan June 23

Posted on: June 9, 2015

36 agencies join in support of U.S. Open security plan

Posted on: June 8, 2015

USGA to open Merchandise Pavilion for Pre-Championship shopping

Posted on: June 8, 2015

Pierce County ferry’s biennial checkup to start June 12

Posted on: June 5, 2015

Pierce County Parks and Recreation hosts annual Junk in Your Trunk event

Posted on: June 5, 2015

Video News: U.S. Open Special from the Chambers Bay clubhouse

Posted on: May 28, 2015

Draft recommendations for Pierce County Ferry System to be presented June 11

Posted on: June 3, 2015

Early registration for 25th annual Tour de Pierce bike ride ends June 12

Posted on: June 2, 2015

Superior Court Judge Tom Larkin to retire July 31

Posted on: June 1, 2015

Video News: Who is the USGA, an airman's surprise homecoming, spray park in Puyallup, and more

Posted on: May 28, 2015

Superior Court Judge Elizabeth Martin, Executive Pat McCarthy and Councilmembers Doug Richardson, Joyce McDonald and Jim McCune

County leaders celebrate projects that improve juror comfort

Posted on: May 29, 2015

Wings & Wheels rolls into Narrows Airport July 5th

Posted on: May 27, 2015

Local leaders join forces to plan for Chambers Creek Canyon trail

Posted on: May 27, 2015

Celebrate Tacoma Narrows Airport’s new observation area June 3

Posted on: May 22, 2015

County observes Memorial Day on May 25

Posted on: May 22, 2015

Video News: J. Ladenburg on building Chambers Bay, environmental sustainability, and more

Posted on: May 22, 2015

Pierce County Ferry offers extra weekday run June 15-19

Posted on: May 20, 2015

Video News: Sneak peek inside Merchandise Pavilion, Golf 101, how to make a compost bin, and more

Posted on: May 18, 2015

City of University Place U.S. Open Informational Open House set for May 19

Posted on: May 18, 2015

Extreme tides will affect Pierce County ferry service May 22

Posted on: May 18, 2015

Pierce County ferry to undergo biennial checkup

Posted on: May 13, 2015

Executive McCarthy recruits retired transit chief to join Sound Transit citizen panel

Posted on: May 11, 2015

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association gives Liberty Bell Award to Talbert

Posted on: May 11, 2015

Auditor seeks to appoint “against” committee members for voters’ pamphlet

Posted on: May 8, 2015

Open house on flood insurance maps planned for May 19 in Gig Harbor

Posted on: May 8, 2015

Councilmember Talbert uses award to draw attention to 2015 Heart Walk

Posted on: May 6, 2015

Candidates sought for Pierce County Charter Review Commission

Posted on: May 6, 2015

Puget Sound Starts Here Month challenges residents to protect local waters

Posted on: May 5, 2015

Potential alternatives for Pierce County Ferry System to be presented May 14

Posted on: May 4, 2015

Pierce County News: U.S. Open Special - Media Day

Posted on: May 1, 2015

Puget SoundCorps to help restore habitat of wetland preserve

Posted on: May 1, 2015

Learn skills to deal with initial diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

Posted on: April 28, 2015

Video News: U.S. Open transportation plan, famous local players, Tacoma Rainiers, and more

Posted on: April 24, 2015

Free classes teach residents how to compost food and yard waste at home

Posted on: April 24, 2015

Volunteers needed for open boards and commissions in the 5th District

Posted on: April 23, 2015

Domestic Violence Awareness Day set for April 26 in Pierce County, Tacoma

Posted on: April 22, 2015

Task force to dedicate DUI emphasis patrol to young victim

Posted on: April 22, 2015

Good planning makes travel accessible for all

Posted on: April 22, 2015

Public invited to learn about South Sound 911, plans for a new public safety communications center

Posted on: April 21, 2015

Bill’s passage ensures future Pierce County ferry system funding

Posted on: April 20, 2015

Video News: Pierce County News Farming Special

Posted on: April 16, 2015

Open houses on updated flood insurance rate maps planned

Posted on: April 15, 2015

USGA announces Parking and Spectator Guidelines for 115th U.S. Open

Posted on: April 15, 2015

Pierce County establishes in-lieu fee program to balance development and wetland protection

Posted on: April 14, 2015

Chambers Bay set more fiscal records in 2014

Posted on: April 14, 2015

Pierce County ferry peak season fare rates take effect May 1

Posted on: April 13, 2015

Pierce County CASA Program to host event at LeMay America’s Car Museum

Posted on: April 13, 2015

Video News: County Code more accessible, museum goers have information at their fingertips, and more

Posted on: April 9, 2015

Pierce County moves code to the cloud, improves functionality and access for citizens

Posted on: April 9, 2015

Community invited to open houses for Pierce County’s Comprehensive Plan update

Posted on: April 9, 2015

Milroy Bridge over Puyallup River to close April 15 for inspection

Posted on: April 9, 2015

Pierce County CASA Program participates in Pinwheels for Prevention campaign

Posted on: April 8, 2015

Pierce County opens application window for Historic Preservation Grant Program

Posted on: April 6, 2015

“Healthiest nation in one generation” could begin with Pierce County

Posted on: April 3, 2015

Video News: Flood Buyout Program, Daffodil Court, Chambers Bay agronomists, and more

Posted on: April 2, 2015

County Council designates March 29, 2015, as Vietnam Veterans Day

Posted on: April 1, 2015