It’s National Teen Driver Safety Week, and we’re reminding young drivers that safe driving starts with smart choices behind the wheel:

Buckle up, every trip, every time.
Put the phone down and stay focused.
Limit distractions.
Follow speed limits.
Never drive impaired.

Driving is a huge responsibility. Make safety your priority every time you hit the road!

Safety at Home in Sumner, a message from the Mayor:

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. Unfortunately, we do see situations where violence occurs in a home, even here in Sumner. Your home is where you should feel the safest, and even one instance of domestic violence is one too many. As the City, we have a domestic violence advocate within our Legal department. This staff member answers calls and helps victims find better, safer situations. In addition, the City Council also voted to support Exodus Housing in the 2027-2028 biennium. This non-profit works tirelessly to find homes for people fleeing situations of domestic violence in our city.

The difficult part of domestic violence is that it can be so hidden, behind closed doors as they say. So please help us out. If you suspect you know someone who may be a victim, please don’t stay silent. It won’t go away on its own. Please visit our website at https://sumnerwa.gov/dv-resources/ for more resources and support. Working together, hopefully we reduce and eliminate domestic violence in our community and throughout every community.

– Mayor Carla Bowman

It’s Homecoming Week, Sumner! Come downtown Friday, October 9, and help cheer on the Spartans as Sumner High School’s football team, marching band, sports teams, clubs and activities make their way down Main Street toward Sumner High School. The parade begins at 4:30 p.m.

Plan ahead if you’re traveling through downtown. No parking along the parade route begins at 2 p.m., with road closures starting at 3 p.m. Expect delays and use alternate routes where possible.
Come early, grab a spot along Main Street and help us make some noise for the Spartans!

Meet us for coffee this morning! We will be at Untamed at 7am today for National Coffee with a Cop day. See you soon!