Five years ago, the state ruled that Great Wolf Lodge in South Thurston County was exempt from most state taxes because it was partly owned by the Chehalis Tribe.
Pierce County officials warned Tuesday that a councilman’s proposal requiring voter approval of any new county tax could hurt the county financially and make it vulnerable to a lawsuit.
Five years ago, the state ruled that Great Wolf Lodge in South Thurston County was exempt from most state taxes because it was partly owned by the Chehalis Tribe.
A Seattle police officer from Puyallup, Keith Swank, is challenging U.S. Rep. Dave Reichert from the right in the new, more Republican 8th Congressional District, even as he’s also challenged from the left by Democrat Karen Porterfield of Issaquah.
This week is decision time for anyone wanting to run. Filing began this morning, and some candidates chose to come to the secretary of state’s office in person or to their local county auditor’s office. Others filed online or by mail.
Pierce County Council member Joyce McDonald announced today she is running for reelection.
The Washington state ferry system is exploring using liquefied natural gas as a way to save money on fuel prices.
Unfamiliar street signs greeted Tami Green as she surveyed a cul-de-sac near Bethel High School.
Puyallup officials are making plans to replace an aging concrete bridge that carries drivers across the Puyallup River.
A traveler trying to bring four yak skulls back from Tibet was stopped at Sea-Tac Airport by a dog who smelled something funny.
Fresh off his endorsement of gay marriage, President Obama swung through Seattle for a pair of fundraisers Thursday.
Lakewood is ending the reprieve it has given most businesses when city officials try to shut them down.
Three Pierce County corrections deputies are taking part in a 300-mile bicycle ride on the East Coast to honor fallen law enforcement officers.
The cities of Fircrest and University Place have set aside their differences temporarily to apply jointly for grant funding for a road-improvement project that stands to benefit both cities.
Lakewood is the latest city to support neighboring University Place’s bid to designate a so-called regional growth center within UP’s borders.
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