Union Pacific RR is closing the Sumner Heights Dr/West Valley Highway railroad crossing by Cannery Way tonight (3/23) 9 pm to 5 am tomorrow (3/24). This is a full closure of all lanes in all directions for emergency track repairs at the crossing. Please use alternate routes.
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.
Update 2/27/26 A portion of 24th Street is completely closed in both directions, east of 142nd and west of the White River. This closure remains in effect until further notice. On Tuesday afternoon (2/24/26), the Read more
Through the summer, Sumner took the steps to form a Transportation Benefit District (TBD) and fund it with a 0.1% sales tax that will go into effect in 2026. Already used by most neighboring cities Read more