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Best Places To Live In Pierce County 2026 Revealed

Michael MashburnApril 27, 2026April 27, 202603 mins

A new ranking is highlighting the most desirable places to live in Pierce County right now, with one Tacoma neighborhood taking the top spot. The list, compiled by Niche, ranks communities based on factors like schools, cost of living, crime, jobs, and overall livability. Top 5 Places To Live In Pierce County (2026): Top Spots…

Powerball Ticket Worth $250K Sold At Gig Harbor Safeway

Michael MashburnApril 20, 2026April 20, 202601 mins

A Powerball player in Western Washington is $250,000 richer after hitting a six-figure prize in the latest drawing. The winning ticket matched four white balls and the red Powerball in the Saturday, April 18 drawing, according to Washington’s Lottery. That combination typically pays $50,000, but the prize was boosted to $250,000 after the player added…