
The Muckleshoot Police Department hosted a successful National Night Out 2026 on Aug. 4, bringing families, youth, and community members together for an evening of connection and fun at the MIT Community Center. The event is held as annual celebration of unity and public safety. It opens the door for greater safety awareness, the opportunity to build stronger relationships with local police and emergency services, and fosters understanding.
Attendees enjoyed a variety of activities, including raffles, community information booths, a lively donut‑eating contest, and interactive police and fire truck displays that were especially popular with kids. The annual basketball game once again drew a big crowd of support, highlighting friendly competition and teamwork with the Muckleshoot Police Department winning 100 to 87.
National Night Out continues to be an important opportunity to connect with local law enforcement in a positive, welcoming environment. This year’s event strengthened relationships, encouraged conversation, and celebrated the shared commitment to safety and community well‑being.
We raise our hands to everyone who came out, volunteered, and helped make the day such a success.
At this year’s Home Team Harvest event, the Muckleshoot Tribe contributed $50,000 to support hunger relief efforts across the region. Councilmembers Virginia Cross and Anita Mitchell attended the event on behalf of the Tribe.

Miss Indian World made a special visit to the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe on Nov. 7, beginning her afternoon at the Tribe’s annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Pierce County is recognizing Native American Heritage Month with a display of Medicine Creek Treaty flags inside the Pierce County Council Chambers.

Muckleshoot families and employees gathered on a cold November evening for the Tribe’s annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, an event that continues to grow in community spirit each year.
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