Category Archives: Business

Freddie Fest coming to Frederickson this Saturday, Oct 1

Posted on September 26, 2011 by brucesmith49

by Bruce A. Smith Reflecting the imagination and grit of the Frederickson-Clover Creek Community Council to create a free, fun-filled day for local families when circumstances dictate otherwise, the 1st Annual Freddie Fest will be held this Saturday at the … Continue reading →

Posted in Business, Culture, Entertainment, Events, Frederickson | 4 Comments

Kinder Swimmer in Spanaway reaches out to all kids

Posted on September 23, 2011 by brucesmith49

by Bruce A. Smith Kinder Swimmer, the brainchild of Leona Day and Carrie McCarthy, is offering specialized swimming lessons to area residents at its indoor pool in Spanaway, along with regular swim sessions.

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Remembering 9-11 — Our stories

Posted on September 11, 2011 by brucesmith49

A few days ago, one of my cousins in New York City, Justin, sent me a photograph he had recently taken aboard a power boat sailing in New York Harbor. It featured an American flag fluttering over the stern, … Continue reading →

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Profile: The Acorn and Rose Puppet Theater and its founder Molly Piper

Posted on September 9, 2011 by brucesmith49

Molly Piper has worked as an artist and children’s author since the 1980’s, and in 2009 she created the Acorn & Rose Puppet Theater in Yelm. She has given shows and workshops for libraries, schools, museums and homes throughout … Continue reading →

Posted in Bethel News, Business, Culture, Entertainment, Folk tales and stories, People Profiles, Remarkable men and women, Yelm News | 16 Comments

Permaculture explained to Graham Self-Reliant Community

Posted on September 8, 2011 by brucesmith49

Before a rapt audience of forty members of the Graham Self-Reliant Community this week, Sumner-based environmental activist Kelda Miller described the concept of permaculture – the notion of living in a healthy, sustainable manner.

Posted in Business, Culture, Environment, Graham News, Self Reliance, South Hill | 4 Comments

Ricky J’s teams with local entrepreneur to deliver top-notch comedy

Posted on August 29, 2011 by brucesmith49

Ricky J’s, the neighborly restaurant and lounge on 176th St at 68th Ave, has partnered with Alan Smith Entertainment to bring top-tier comedy to Frederickson.

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Thoughts on Hurricane Irene, and the “Untidy Beaches” of New York

Posted on August 26, 2011 by brucesmith49

Editor’s note. As Hurricane Irene bears down on New York and the rest of the Eastern Seaboard, my thoughts are drawn to my family and friends who live there. I grew up on Long Island, and from 1982 until 1990 … Continue reading →

Posted in Business, Culture, Environment, Events, Nature, Politics | 2 Comments

Darlene Wilson gets reprieve in animal cruelty sentencing hearing

Posted on August 24, 2011 by brucesmith49

Darlene Wilson, Roy resident and long-time Arabian horse breeder, walked out of District Court on Friday, August 19 with one more reprieve from her animal cruelty conviction and sentence of last April, when she was ordered not to have … Continue reading →

Posted in Business, Cops and courts, Culture, Pets and livestock, Politics, Roy News | 21 Comments

Lemonade Freedom Day coming to area

Posted on August 16, 2011 by brucesmith49

A nationwide movement to allow kids to sell lemonade at road side stands unimpeded by police or health officials has coalesced into Lemonade Freedom Day, which will be celebrated across America on August 20.

Posted in Business, Cops and courts, Culture, Events, Graham News, Politics | 3 Comments

Pierce County Fair delights thousands

Posted on August 14, 2011 by brucesmith49

Under pleasant but mostly cloudy summer skies, over sixteen-thousand people attended the 64th Annual Pierce County Fair, held this weekend at Frontier Park in Graham.