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06/11/2026 · Woodland
The Affirmation That Actually Works (And Why You've Been Saying Them Wrong)
Most affirmations fail because they ask you to believe something you don't. Here's the one shift that changes everything.
Why Rereading the Same Poem Changes Everything (And How to Do It Right)
That poem you read in high school? You didn't actually read it. Here's why your second read—or your fifth—is the one that matters.
06/08/2026
The Art of the Productive Digression: Why Distraction Might Be Your Best Thinking Tool
Everyone tells you to focus. But some of history's greatest minds discovered that the best ideas arrive when you're supposed to be doing something else entirely.
06/08/2026
The Fed Just Admitted It's Been Flying Blind, and Your Mortgage Pays the Price
Janet Yellen's successor confessed the Fed massively misjudged inflation. Here's what that means for your wallet before the end of the year.
06/08/2026
The Met's Maximalist Takeover Proves Clutter Is a Love Language
Museums are finally admitting what hoarders have known all along: sometimes more is exactly right, and empty walls are a betrayal of human joy.
06/08/2026
Mercury's Mischief Monday: When Your Texts Go Sideways and Venus Demands Honesty
The week begins with communication chaos and a cosmic intervention that'll make you reconsider that half-drafted email. One sign needs to sit down right now.
06/11/2026
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Orangegate Park North Project Update - August 2026
Orangegate Park North Project Project Update - August 2026 Following forest thinning operations in July 2025, the northern 40 acres of Orangegate Park (also known as Orangegate Park North) remain closed and inaccessible to the public. Orangegate Park North will open to the public at the completion of the capital improvement project in late 2027-early 2028. We appreciate your continued cooperation in respecting all closure and no-trespassing signs. Your support helps ensure a safe and successful project for everyone. Contact Information Griffin Collins Construction Project ManagerPhone: (253) 677.0304| Email Send a Message Sign Up for Email Updates About the Project Project Overview About the Park Project Schedule Project Overview In 2020-21, Pierce County Parks worked with the community surrounding Orangegate Park and future park users to update the Orangegate Park Master Plan. The first master plan was developed in 2007 but never implemented. The Master Plan update was adopted in 2021. What's happening in Orangegate North The 40-acre parcel in Orangegate Park's northern section will feature: ADA nature playground Off-leash dog park Park shelters Restrooms Parking area Environmental restoration work Wooded areas Wetlands and a variety of wildlife habitats Soft-surface hiking Safe pedestrian crossing of 84th St at 46th Ave Connection to the Pipeline Trail About the Park Orangegate Park is an undeveloped approximately 150-acre property that is located in the Summit-Waller community at the intersection of 84th Street East and 46th Avenue East. The property is split by the Tacoma Water Pipeline, which will be developed with a new trail in 2023, and 84th Street East. Pierce County Parks purchased the property from the Washington Department of Natural Resources in 1998. Project Schedule Project Schedule 2021: Master Plan Update adopted 2022-23: Design and construction of Phase 1 improvements and construction of soft surface trails 2023 -24: Construction of Pipeline Trail and Trailhead at Orangegate Park, fence installation along park boundaries, logging and trail building. 2027: Construction of Orangegate North area 2028: Project complete and park open to the public TBD: Phase 2 park improvements Project Photos Click on one of images below to enlarge it. Pierce County wants to hear from you. Please select one of the following to talk to elected officials and staff, or to report problems in our community. Send a message Report an Issue File a Police Report Property Information
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Adams County Planning Commission Regular Meeting Planning Commission 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Thursday, October 8, 2026 Adams County Planning Commission Monthly Meeting Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/andiel/adamscountyplanningcommissionmonthlymeeting You can also dial in using your phone. Access Code: 812-468-797 United States: +1 (224) 501-3412 Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://meet.goto.com/install 445 E Cedar Blvd , Suite A, Othello WA 99344 View Agenda 509-488-9441 Related Events 67 Event Items Adams County Planning Commission Monthly Workshop Thursday, October 22, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Adams County Planning Commission Regular Meeting Thursday, November 12, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Adams County Planning Commission Monthly Workshop Thursday, November 26, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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