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🌱 Patch AM: Puyallup domestic violence call ends with deadly explosion in Sumner
Also, don't miss "Weird Al" Yankovic at Washington State Fair Event Center on the Puyallup Patch calendar
Good morning Puyallup! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Puyallup domestic violence call ends with deadly explosion in Sumner
- Sebastian Bach and Twisted Sister are headed for Puyallup's fair stage
- Family near Puyallup loses $100,000 vintage game collection in break-in
Also on today's calendar: Join Kaleo at the Puyallup Farmers Market: Volunteer Locally and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What gets bigger the more you take away? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Clouds breaking for some sun, with a high of 73 and low of 52 degrees.
- Monday: Sunny spells, temps: high: 80, low: 54.
- Tuesday: An afternoon shower in spots, with a high of 78 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Man dies after detonating explosive device as officers approach Sumner property (maryland.gov) — Puyallup police say a domestic violence call from a local apartment led officers to search for a suspect who was later found at a Sumner property, where he detonated an explosive device and died as officers approached. The department used a K-9 and drone during the tense standoff, and no officers were reported injured. 
2. Sebastian Bach is Ready to 'Kick A--' With Twisted Sister (1063thebuzz.com) — Rock fans in Puyallup can look forward to Sebastian Bach joining Twisted Sister for a Washington State Fair show on September 27, part of a larger tour kicking off this month. Bach, replacing Dee Snider due to health issues, says he's focused on delivering high-energy performances while also juggling solo dates and new music projects.
3. Family's decades-long vintage game collection stolen during home break-in (thenewstribune.com) — A family living near Puyallup returned from an Eastern Washington camping trip on August 16 to find their home ransacked and a vintage Nintendo game collection of more than 800 titles stolen. Valued at up to $100,000, the decades-long collection was meant to help fund future college costs, and the family is now working with Pierce County deputies and fellow gamers to track any sign of the missing games.
4. Puyallup Barrel Racing 2026: Field, Draw and the NFR Cut (barrelracing.com) — Barrel racing fans in Puyallup can look ahead to a stacked Cinch Playoffs field at the Washington State Fair Sept. 10–13, where 24 top riders will chase big payouts and crucial NFR points. The article breaks down who qualified for Puyallup, how tight the world-standings race is, and which riders could use a strong showing here to punch their tickets to the NFR.
5. Watch Twisted Sister play first show with new singer Sebastian Bach (lambgoat.com) — Rock fans in Puyallup can catch Twisted Sister's new lineup with singer Sebastian Bach when the band hits the Washington State Fair on September 27. The story recaps their first show together in New Jersey and lists all upcoming tour stops, including the Puyallup date local residents can plan around.
📸 Around Puyallup
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Puyallup
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★ Featured events ★
- "Weird Al" Yankovic at Washington State Fair Event Center →
Washington State Fair Event Center, 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup
12:30 pm
Saturday September 5
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Other local events
- Ribbon Cutting-MultiCare Cancer Institute Breast Center →
Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce MultiCare Cancer Institute 1519 Third St. SE Suite 210 Puyallup, WA 98372
10:00 pm - Wake Up at Pinot's Palette-South Hill
Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce Pinot's Palette in Sunrise Village-South Hill
9:00 am - Farmers' Market
Puyallup Main Street Association Pioneer Park
9:00 am - Little Big Town →
Washington State Fair Event Center, 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup
7:00 pm - Business Growth Foundations and Solutions Series
Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce Hybrid- Link to join will be sent upon registration. Registrations need to be completed at least 24 hours before the class. We encourage you to join in person! 323 N Meridian Puyallup, WA 98371
11:00 am - East Pierce County Business Roundtable
Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce 323 N Meridian Suite A Puyallup, WA 98371
9:00 am - Wake Up at AA Asphalting
Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce AA Asphalting
9:00 am - Join Kaleo at the Puyallup Farmers Market: Volunteer Locally →
Pioneer Park Pavilion, 330 S Meridian, Puyallup
9:00 am - RIDES at Sunrise Village FREE Car Show →
10507 156th St E, Puyallup
11:00 am
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 5
Sunday September 6
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
Saturday September 12
📣 Puyallup Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Mottet Branch Library 3523 East G Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
12:00 pm - Housing Justice Project
Moore Branch Library 215 South 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
1:00 pm - Next Chapter: Beaded Bag Charms
Moore Branch Library 215 South 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
4:00 pm - Social Work Support with Samie
Moore Branch Library 215 South 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
1:30 pm
Tuesday September 1
Wednesday September 2
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Looking for skittles she got out yesterday in south hill Puyallup by 166th st e and gem heights.
She likes women and kids but not men. She might run if you chase her. She is friendly 2068530223 (Nextdoor Gem Heights) - Any mechanics in the area that could come over to help me out.
Just rebuilt the engine to my 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata, it cranks but won't turn over. I can provide more details if needed. (Nextdoor Silver Creek)
- CVS Health posted a job opening for District Support Pharmacist in Puyallup. Apply here.
- Government Jobs posted a job opening for Youth Sports Official / Umpire in Sumner. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Puyallup here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A hole (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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