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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Puyallup. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ron Albert Tuaau, 33, was charged with first-degree robbery, taking a vehicle without permission, and attempted eluding after he was accused of holding a USPS mail carrier at gunpoint near the 3800 block of 212th Street Court East in Spanaway around 11:45 a.m. Monday—police tracked his car using license plate cameras and a PIT maneuver. KOMO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of major companies including Amazon, Alaska Airlines, Costco, Microsoft and Nordstrom sent a letter to Gov. Bob Ferguson and lawmakers asking them to review proposed payroll and wealth tax measures—warning that these taxes could drive tech jobs out of the state and weaken economic stability. KOMO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, April 5, the Puyallup School District will join the 92nd Annual Daffodil Festival Grand Floral Parade in Puyallup. The district will highlight three Daffodil Princesses—selected from Kennedy Boyd-Emerald Ridge High, Yssabella Flowers-Puyallup High, and Courtney Bowles-Rogers High—who will each receive a $1,000 academic scholarship, and its junior high and high school bands will perform during the Puyallup leg at 12:45 p.m. Puyallup School District
- ➤ The Puyallup School District Board of Directors is asking high school juniors and seniors to serve as board representatives for the 2025-26 school year and is accepting applications from Emerald Ridge, Puyallup, Rogers, Walker, and Puyallup Online Academy students (Running Start students are eligible for an at-large position). Applications must be submitted by April 15 and students selected will be recognized at the June 16 board meeting. Puyallup School District
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Food Lifeline said federal funding cuts and possible state SNAP reductions will affect food banks across Washington as nearly 1 million food-insecure residents face lost benefits and the nonprofit prepares for a $2 million shortfall. The group will seek private donations and urges supporters to contact legislators — a call for immediate action — as food demand continues to rise. KOMO
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Youth Job and Resource Fair
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — South Hill Mall — Free entry — Connect with local employers and kickstart your career with job opportunities and on-site resume help.
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Wild Edible Foods foraging & herbal Medicine Workshop
9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. — Wolf Camp and the Conservation College — $195 — Discover the art of foraging and herbal medicine making while embracing nature's bounty.
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DIY Planted Pots & Succulents Night
6:30-8 p.m. — Holiday Cafe — $30 for two — Enjoy a hands-on workshop painting pots and planting succulents while creating memories.
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Spring Fair
10 AM – 10 PM — Washington State Fair — Cost info not specified — Experience a lively community fair with rides and local delights.
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Virtual Tour of Life Care Center
9 AM - 7 PM — Life Care Center of Puyallup — Free entry — Explore the best in senior living with engaging activities and exceptional care.
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MHRV Puyallup RV Show 2025
11 AM - 5 PM — Washington State Fair — Check local listings for pricing — Explore the latest in recreational vehicles and accessories at the year’s premier RV event.
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