Good morning, Puyallup.

Orting Mayor Joshua Penner said levee improvements helped limit evacuations after the Puyallup and Carbon rivers began receding following a Level 3 alert on Monday (Dec.

11) in Pierce County, crediting the work with reducing flood risk.

Pierce County ordered Level 3 evacuations Monday for neighborhoods near the Puyallup and Carbon rivers after rising floodwaters threatened properties, and officials urged residents to leave immediately.

Puyallup School District highlighted Fall 2025 athletic accomplishments at Emerald Ridge, Puyallup and Rogers high schools; students earned state placements, league titles + academic awards in sports like football, soccer and volleyball.

Tacoma City Ballet - The Nutcracker

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Pantages Theater — Ticket required for entry — Celebrate the holiday season with the enchanting performance of The Nutcracker by the Tacoma City Ballet.

Bluey's Christmas Pajama Party

4-5 p.m. — Holiday Cafe — $38 per child — A cozy hour of holiday fun with pajamas, ornaments, and Bluey.

Holiday Magic

11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Washington State Fair Events Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience enchanting holiday festivities with live performances and holiday cheer.

Holiday Magic

4:30-9:30 p.m. — Washington State Fair — Ticketed event — Experience the festive holiday atmosphere at the Washington State Fair Events Center with lights and entertainment.