Have a question? Curious about the latest news from the city? Stop by Van Lierop Garden Market at 1020 Ryan Avenue on a Friday for a casual Coffee with Carla and chat with Mayor Carla Bowman. Upcoming dates: All start at noon!
Washington residents affected by the December 5–19, 2025 severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides may be eligible for federal disaster assistance through FEMA. Disaster Assistance Centers are opening in Pierce County to help residents apply, ask questions, and learn more about available recovery resources. (FEMA) A Disaster Assistance Center will Read more
Sumner has a new reason to look forward to Wednesdays. Food Truck Wednesdays are coming to Heritage Park this summer, bringing a rotating lineup of food trucks to the south end of the park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Each week, visitors can stop by for lunch, grab a Read more
Sumner’s Design Commission makes recommendations to the City Council on projects that shape the look, feel, and character of our community. The Commission reviews design elements for buildings, streetscapes, public spaces, and other developments to help ensure Sumner remains welcoming, attractive, and thoughtfully designed. If you are interested in architecture, Read more
The spring issue of the quarterly print newsletter is hitting mailboxes. It’s also available online. Did you already get an issue and want to follow up on the stories? Click here to get the links and explore more.
The recent issue of South Sound Magazine features Sumner’s own work on the White River Restoration Projects and how those projects, even partially completed, helped save Sumner from flooding this last December.
XCJ Corp DBA Mila Dumpling The City of Sumner has issued a Draft Industrial Wastewater Permit (SIU-2026-002) for XCJ Corp DBA Mila Dumpling, located at 1515 Puyallup St Sumner WA 98390 (Parcel 0420138019). The facility receives raw food ingredients, including meats, vegetables, and dry goods, which are blended in commercial Read more
The February issue of the Costco Connection magazine featured a Sumner business that many locals may not realized moved here recently: MìLà. Learn more about how a local couple began this business and now ships frozen dumplings across the nation–from Sumner!
Even through a wild week, Sumner Police joined our community partners to deliver over 500 toys and meals to local families who wouldn’t have received their holiday wishes otherwise. Thank you to all our partners, donors and volunteers who helped make 2025 Toybox another success. A special thank you to Read more
Pierce County encourages residents and businesses affected by the severe weather to report damages to help the County assess impacts and coordinate recovery efforts. This includes residents and businesses within incorporated cities like Sumner. Reporting damage is an important first step in determining community needs and may be required before state Read more