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You won't want to miss Let's Beat Breast Cancer Rally on the University Place Patch calendar
Cheers University Place! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a University Place tournament crowned repeat college golf champions
- University Place teen charged in deadly Chelan Hills wildfire case
Also on today's calendar: Let's Beat Breast Cancer Rally and 11 more events.
Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 73 and low of 50 degrees.
- Saturday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, temps: high: 73, low: 50.
- Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 72 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Eastern Michigan, de Bock Sweep Titles at Leadership & Golf Invite (getsomemaction.com) — A collegiate women's golf tournament at Chambers Bay in University Place saw Eastern Michigan repeat as team champion while Savannah de Bock claimed individual medalist honors. The two-day event featured several NCAA Championship programs and produced some of Eastern's lowest-ever 54‑hole scores, highlighting the course's continued draw for high‑level competition. 
• Second Suspect Arrested in Connection with Deadly Chelan Hills Fire (dailyfly.com) — A 19-year-old University Place resident has been arrested in Tacoma on manslaughter, arson, and related charges tied to the deadly Chelan Hills Fire in Douglas County. Authorities allege several young adults discharged fireworks from a moving truck before the blaze, which killed an Orondo man, and say more suspects are still being sought as the investigation continues.
📸 Around University Place
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🗓 Upcoming Events in University Place
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★ Featured events ★
- Let's Beat Breast Cancer Rally →
Uptown Gig Harbor, 4701 Point Fosdick Dr, Gig Harbor
12:00 pm - Patrick Murray →
The Loft at Oyhut Bay Grill, 404 Salmonberry Ln SW, Ocean Shores
6:00 pm
Saturday September 19
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Other local events
- ASL Fall Potluck →
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4219 Beckonridge Drive West, University Place - Create Your Own Altar: A Beginner-Friendly Workshop. →
University Place- The Elysian Temple, 4103 Bridgeport Way W, University Place - First Day of Fall Quarter
Tacoma Community College, 6501 S 19th St, Tacoma
7:30 am - Parent & Me Paint Night →
The Pod Works, 7024 27th Street West, University Place
6:00 pm - Tasting Room Trivia →
3610 Bridgeport Way W, University Place
7:00 pm - Homeschool Learning Pod (co-op) at The Pod Works →
The Pod Works, 7024 27th Street West, University Place
10:30 am - Live Music - Sarah Tweet →
3610 Bridgeport Way W, University Place
8:00 pm - 70th Avenue Phase 2 In-Person Bid Opening →
3609 Market Place West, University Place
2:00 pm - Tasting Room Trivia →
3610 Bridgeport Way W, University Place
7:00 pm - Homeschool Learning Pod (co-op) at The Pod Works →
The Pod Works, 7024 27th Street West, University Place
10:30 am - PCKA Fun Fly →
Chambers Creek Regional Park – Central Meadow, 6320 Grandview Dr. W, University Place
7:00 pm - Retirement Masterclass Seminar →
Retire Ready Office - Suite D, 4115 Bridgeport Way W, University Place
5:30 pm
Saturday September 19
Sunday September 20
Monday September 21
Tuesday September 22
Wednesday September 23
Friday September 25
Tuesday September 29
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Ark of the Covenant Christian Church to the Nations—if you need prayer, call us or visit us.
God loves you. IGLESIA CRISTIANA ARCA DE PACTO A LAS NACIONES (Nextdoor University Place)
- Capstone Logistics, LLC posted a job opening for Freight Handler in Lakewood. Apply here.
- Walmart posted a job opening for Apparel Team Supervisor in Lakewood. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near University Place here.
🗞 Nearby News
Lakewood
- Big Weekend Backtivities at Emad's Subs - (weekly-volcano.com)
- Iconic regional car wash brand in Gig Harbor sells site to local competitor (thenewstribune.com)
- TRUE linkswear Strategic Investment from Paramount Brands (thegolfwire.com)
Steilacoom
- Town of Steilacoom TOWN ADMINISTRATOR in Steilacoom, WA (thenewstribune.com)
Ok University Place! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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