According to a 2020 study, Central Pierce County lacks health care access. With the community expected to grow by 6%, especially among the 65+ age group, this lack of access is more problematic. To meet this need MultiCare Health System and Pacific Lutheran University recently announced plans to build a new outpatient care medical center on the PLU campus. The … [Read more...] about PLU Creates New Health Education and Care District
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Small Town Charm at Meeker Mercantile
Discover the small-town charm of Meeker Mercantile in Puyallup for all things unique and giftable. The new boutique opened this winter, offering a space for local creators and makers to showcase their goods, along with a variety of clothing, art, and home decor items from additional small business brands. Conceived by the dynamic duo of Catie Diaz and Laura Romero, … [Read more...] about Small Town Charm at Meeker Mercantile
Life in Pierce County
Vibrant and diverse, Pierce County is made up of over 20 cities, including urban Tacoma, charming Gig Harbor and home of the Washington State Fair, Puyallup. The County is composed of historic structures and buildings, breathtaking waterfront views, lush rural land, quaint and welcoming suburbs, an ever-industrious energy, and is the neighbor to magnificent Mount Rainier. There … [Read more...] about Life in Pierce County
Enrolling in School in Pierce County
Choosing the best academic environment for your child can seem daunting when you move to a new area. There are numerous traditional options to consider—your neighborhood public school, a charter school, or private school—in addition to currently popular options such as online programs and homeschooling. Pierce County is home to 16 public school districts and several … [Read more...] about Enrolling in School in Pierce County
Precious Collective: Elevated Every Day
Elevated is defined as “above the normal level.” The inventory, service, and special selections at Precious Collective certainly meets that definition. Curated by the fashion-conscious eye of its owner Josie Ciaciuch, Precious Collective, located in Gig Harbor’s Uptown Shopping Center, is on a mission to elevate everyday. “I love looking put together, even if I am just going … [Read more...] about Precious Collective: Elevated Every Day