Stories

July Cities Unite South Sound Edition

Volunteer center connects projects and organizations with communit...
By Rodika Tollefson for Cities Unite South Sound   Finding volunteers for community projects and worthy causes can be a...

Memorial project will pay tribute to local veterans from all six b...
Committee President Bob Schwartz in a reproduction WWI Doughboy uniform while presenting the University Place Veteran

Family-run UP Refuse focuses on people, environment
Family-owned University Place Refuse has been serving UP and Fircrest areas since 1944.

Ray’s Meat Market in Purdy thrives on good products and great cu...
By Charlee Glock-Jackson for Cities Unite South Sound   Years ago, Ray Schumsky learned an important life lesson from his...

The Lodge at Mallard’s Landing is a place to feel right at home
Jean Headley (L) and Helen Tobin shop for jewelry in the store at The Lodge at Mallard’s Landing.

Gig Harbor-based company helps seniors live full, happy lives at h...
By Charlee Glock-Jackson for Cities Unite South Sound   Life Care Connections is a unique company that provides special, personal...

SMART gadgets = SMARTer consumers
In the tech world, SMART often refers to self-monitoring, analysis and reporting technology. SMART is also known to be specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely.

It's Amore! Italian Restaurant opens in Tacoma
It’s Amore! Italian Restaurant is happy to host your event, be it a lunch, dinner or evening drink occasion.

Gig Harbor-based landscaping company does it all
By Charlee Glock-Jackson for Cities Unite South Sound   Island Rock & Water may be the best-kept secret in South...

Gallucci’s Catering takes over management of Puyallup’s histor...
Last month Gallucci’s Catering and the Liberty Theater hosted a surprise anniversary party for Lisa and Tracy Beach, pictured center.