Milton will hold meetings on fire levy
City will provide details on funding and increased services
Over the next two months, Milton officials will hold three town hall meetings to discuss a proposed levy lid lift for expanded citywide fire and emergency serves. Read more...

Flood district could impact locals
County council declares no new taxes – “yet,” say city officials
Officials from the city of Milton are concerned over an ordinance passed by the Pierce County Council this month to create a flood control district with the authority to create a new tax. Read more...

Fife regional chamber welcomes new director
The Fife Regional Chamber of Commerce recently announced the appointment of Aaron J. Williams as executive director. He will replace the current chamber director, P.K. MacLean, who will retire the end of June. Read more...

Sanders family picks up the pieces
Community support and faith keeps them going
When Charlene Sanders drove home from a routine day of work April 28, the last thing she expected was that she would be telling family of her husband’s death later that night. Read more...
Council drafts ‘safe and sane’ fireworks regulation
Milton City Council will implement tougher fireworks restrictions for citizens and public displays. Read more...
Prosecutor’s office is the next stop for Edgewood ‘hotel’ case
An Edgewood home has created quite a stir across the city. Read more...

Police dedicate DUI patrol to young victim
Wayman family hopes public will learn from their tragedy
Jonathon and Karla Wayman have begun the process of healing, but the memory of their tragedy seems to keep their wounds fresh. Read more...

Fife High to hold first ever father-daughter dance
Proceeds to benefit cheer squad’s uniform fund
The Fife High School (FHS) cheerleaders will be hosting the first annual father-daughter “Daddy’s Little Girl” dance as a fundraiser to offset the cost of uniforms. Read more...
Increased revenues, projects change city’s bottom line
The Fife City Council approved an amendment to the city’s budget, after city staff reported increased revenue and a need to finish or begin projects. Read more...

Slow recovery projected for port
Commission and staff remain optimistic through first quarter
Port of Tacoma Commissioners heard cautious optimism and continued belt tightening during the budget and cargo update at their May 6 meeting. Read more...
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