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Missing woman located by EPD | UPDATE

Mary Lou Gann went missing Sept. 1; she was found safe on Sept. 4.

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One of the roosters rescued from the Aug. 1 cockfighting ring bust in Buckley.

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Pierce County rooster rescue slams Pierce County description of ‘dangerous’ birds

Heartwood Haven accuses law enforcement in general of a lack of care for rescued cockfighting birds; the Pierce…

The local square dancing club is also starting up and hosting classes on Sept. 17. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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At A Glance | September 2024 Community Calendar

The Black Diamond Labor Days festival is just around the corner, plus the Expo Center’s BBQ and Brats…

Photos by Ray Miller-Still
Maris Farms’ annual Sunflower Days is over for the season — but there’s always next year! The event boasts five acres of sunflowers and zinnias you can walk through, various local arts vendors, and numerous activities for kids and families. Pictured is Easton Williams and Rachel Mead taking flowers to grandma; Charli and Lilah Hetch on the jumping pillow; and Evie Schutt racing some rubber ducks.

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We’ve still got sunny days ahead | Sunflower Days correction

The annual Maris Farms event is still going on this weekend, Aug. 24 and 25.

Issaquah Councilmember Victoria Hunt and Mark Hargrove

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Election recap: Black Diamond resident Hargrove, Issaquah’s Hunt to face off in the general

The two are battling for Legislative District 5’s Representative No. 1 seat.

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Election night results: LD 5’s Hunt, Hargrove leading | Aug. 7 update

And the Buckley EMS levy lid lift is passing handily.

Cockfighting roosters are "altered" in order to reduce injuries and keep the bird fighting for longer. Screenshot courtesy Pierce County Sheriff's Department

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230 roosters rescued from suspected international cockfighting ring in Buckley

The owners of the undisclosed home are at large; they may face several felony charges, including animal cruelty.

A map showing where proposed transportation projects could take place in Buckley in the next six years — if the city can secure grant funds. Image courtesy city of Buckley

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Buckley aims to be competitive for grants with ‘ambitious’ street improvement list

The city hopes its expanded Transportation Improvement Plan list will help them receive dollars for much-needed projects.

Photos by Ray Miller-Still and Vic Wright
August is a busy month on the Plateau; here are pictures from last year’s Sunflower Days at Maris Farms, Buckley’s National Night Out, and the Pro Rodeo.

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At A Glance | August 2024 Community Calendar

Sunflower Days, the Pro Rodeo, free concerts, and more!

While physical voters pamphlets in Pierce County has been delayed for several cities, you can access it online at <a href="http://www.piercecountywa.gov/328/Elections" target="_blank">piercecountywa.gov/328/Elections</a>. Screenshot

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Delayed voters’ pamphlets are on their way | Pierce County

USPS carriers began delivering the pamphlets today, July 30.

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Myla Cannizzaro helping a Buckley firefighter with a hose for the splash zone during last year’s National Night Out event.

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Party with first responders at Buckley’s National Night Out

If you can’t make the Aug. 6 event, consider hosting your own Neighbors Night Out.

Screenshot of the Pierce County voters pamphlet about the Buckley EMS levy lid lift measure.

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Buckley Fire Department levy lid lift now in the hands of voters

The levy lid lift, if approved, would bump the property tax up from 30 cents to 50 cents.

Pierce County Sheriffs Department vehicles outside the home of where a deputy-involved shooting occurred. Screenshot

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Buckley-area man shot dead after DV call

The unidentified suspected exited his home with a firearm.