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A new three-story apartment building is under construction in downtown Puyallup, set to offer 24 market-rate units by January 2026. The $7 million project, initiated by Huber Properties LLC, aims to address housing needs in the area, which is projected to require nearly 7,500 additional units by 2044.
Over 14,000 residents in Tacoma are not U.S. citizens, raising concerns about the vulnerability of undocumented immigrants to deportation under President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. Advocacy organizations are urging immigrants to prepare for potential ICE actions, highlighting the lack of safety for individuals regardless of their backgrounds.
The Cascade Water Alliance has announced a delay in the refill of Lake Tapps, typically scheduled for mid-February, to March 15, 2025, due to ongoing construction. This infrastructure project aims to enhance water diversion reliability and improve water quality, while also addressing fish passage at Mud Mountain Dam. The delay may impact local residents’ recreational activities and dock maintenance.
Downtown Puyallup is set to welcome its first independent bookstore in decades, named page & pine, opened by Emily Foster, who aims to create a vibrant community space. The bookstore will offer various genres and host events like book clubs and author signings, responding to local interests. This initiative is part of a broader revitalization effort for downtown Puyallup, which has seen the establishment of other desired businesses.
Kwabi Amoah-Forson, a Tacoma humanitarian, is set to emcee the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration, promoting his vision of peace through innovative initiatives like the Peace Bus and the All Youth Can Eat program. With a focus on raising awareness about poverty, racism, and education, he aims to mobilize community efforts toward economic justice and dignity.
A Tacoma man, Artavious Magee, was sentenced to 13 years and four months for the manslaughter of 20-year-old Lehman Charrod Tucker, who was shot during a confrontation. Tucker’s mother expressed the indescribable pain of losing a child to a senseless act of violence. The incident stemmed from an argument involving Tucker's friend and an ex-girlfriend, leading to tragic consequences.
Downtown Puyallup is set to welcome its first independent bookstore in decades, named page & pine, opening in late May or early June 2025. Owner Emily Foster aims to create a community-focused space where residents can attend book clubs and author events, reflecting the community's reading preferences. This new addition comes as part of ongoing revitalization efforts in downtown Puyallup.
Road work delays on Spanaway Loop Road South in Pierce County have prolonged closures due to ongoing challenges related to sewer work. Detours are in place while infrastructure replacement efforts continue, with an update expected from the Planning and Public Works department regarding the project timeline.
The refill of Lake Tapps in Pierce County has been delayed from mid-February to approximately March 15 due to construction by the Cascade Water Alliance and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This project aims to replace outdated infrastructure and enhance water quality and fish passage, impacting local recreation and property maintenance.
Pierce County firefighters from Gig Harbor and the Key Peninsula are actively assisting with wildfire response efforts in Los Angeles, where they have witnessed unprecedented destruction from the Palisades fire. The team, part of a larger Washington strike force, is focusing on protecting structures in the Bel-Air area and ensuring the safety of evacuated neighborhoods. As of January 19, 2025, the Palisades fire has burned nearly 24,000 acres and resulted in significant loss of life and property.