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On the evening of April 11, 2012, the council and local #4459 of the Pierce County Fire District #18 (Orting Valley Fire Department) discussed a plan to have our 1927 Chevrolet fire truck known as: “Jenny” restored. After much discussion the council voted unanimously to authorize the mayor to sign ... in Community
That "Orting Daffodil Parade' magic once again touched on our little community as Saturday's glorious weather, hundreds of volunteers, and thousands of people from throughout western Washington decended on the fourth and final trek of this years' Daffodil Parade celebration all over downtown Orting. As early as 8:00am people started to ... in Community
Today, our Arrow Lumber will be having a Customer Appreciation Day from seven in the morning to six at night with the main events starting at eleven and ending at two in the afternoon. “I think it’s a good opportunity to say thank you,” said manager Paul Fisher. He went ... in Community
In February the city council unanimously approved a city wide rate hike for water /sewer services. According to the minutes that transpired from that meeting the average household would see an increase of about $8.00 per month. in Community
The Director of Operations of the Orting Food Bank, Pam McGahey, does not receive a salary. She is a volunteer who travels many miles in a small area. She goes from her home to the food bank at least once a day, often more times. She travels from business to ...
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What an amazing community we have. Tonight, there was a pretty good turn out in front of Kona's home. Everyone was peaceful and Kona's visit with all of us was a tear jerker. That dog and his family is loved by many. in Community
Touched by the story of the dog tortured and maimed allegedly by his neighbor, the members of the Orting Senior Center are donating a part of the proceeds from their annual Spring Bazaar to Kona. in Community
What happens in a tiny little town when the rain seems to be unending, the temperatures are cooler than normal, and you look outside the window to see Orting Police on patrol? Here's an actual incident report text: Passing driver reported seeing a suspicious person walking toward Eagles ...
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The DSHS Mobile Community Services Office is going to be at the Orting Food Bank on Wednesday, March 14th from Noon until 3pm.
This mobile office will be available to assist residents with applying for the SNAP Basic Food Program (Food Stamps), State Cash and Medical programs. The ... in Community
Orting High School wrestlers weren't the only locals flexing their muscle for the state to see...your neighbors too were busy trading punches throughout January. A new year brings more than 90 separate logged incidents to our City...about ten percent less than the preceding three months and a trend we'd all ...
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Graduating seniors are invited to submit a scholarship application to request help to attend your Prom.
Applications are available from Leon Matz at OHS. Students must submit proof of need. The scholarship is also available for students at WRHS/BLHS/SHS and WRAP. For more info please call 253 447.3844. Iona Catonio in Community
If you have put off cleaning up after the January snow and ice storm, time is running out to take advantage of free storm debris disposal. Pierce County’s program will wrap up on Sunday, Feb 26.
More than 15,000 tons of debris has been collected since the program began on ... in Community
Larry S. Kraft of Orting was abruptly called into eternity to be with his Lord on February 12, 2012 in Chula Vista, California. He was born on November 19th, 1941 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He is survived by his beloved wife, Nancy, his children and their wives, True, Kim, Steve ...
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Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Foothills Trail at the Seventh Annual Foothills Dash on Saturday, March 10. The 5K and 10K run/walk starts at 9 a.m. at the Orting Eagles Lodge parking lot, 112 Bridge St, Orting. Check in and registration begins at 7 a.m.
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