Submitted by Washington State Board for Community and Technical. Gov. Jay Inslee has appointed Dr. Bernal Baca of Tacoma as a member of the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. Baca serves as executive director of Mi Centro, a Tacoma-based nonprofit that provides social, cultural and educational services to the greater Pierce County Latino […]
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Bates Technical College Occupational Therapy Assistant Program earns maximum accreditation from national organization
Tacoma, Wash.- During the month of April, Bates Technical College joins in celebrating Occupational Therapy (OT) Month, which honors a profession that makes a difference in the lives of those with health conditions, disabilities or other risk factors. Today, to coincide with OT Month, the college announces that its Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program has earned […]
South Fawcett Street Between South 23rd to South 25th Streets Closed for Maintenance
TACOMA, Wash. – South Fawcett Street – between South 23rd to South 25th streets – is closed for maintenance through April 22. Community members with questions about the Residential Street Restoration Program can call Jeff Maki at (253) 365-8378.
TCC Foundation Gains New Director of Philanthropy, Board Member
Expanding under the leadership of Foundation Executive Director Emily Mendez-Bryant, the Tacoma Community College Foundation recently gained a new Board Member and a new Director of Philanthropy. TAPCO Credit Union has supported the Max & Margi Harned Titan Food Pantry since it opened in 2018. The addition of TAPCO CEO Justin Martin to the Foundation […]
Dr. Jay Miller will serve as Health Officer for Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department and our community
Director of Public Health Chantell Harmon Reed has appointed Dr. Jay Miller as the Health Officer for Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. He will start on May 13. As Health Officer, Dr. Miller will serve as the medical expert for the agency and our community. He will assess community health, provide direction and guidance on public […]
Charter Review Committee Focuses on Gathering Additional Community Input on April 18
TACOMA, Wash. – Building upon its broader outreach and engagement efforts thus far, the Charter Review Committee will focus on gathering additional community input about possible refinements to the City Charter during its April 18 meeting. This meeting will begin at 5:30 PM and public comment will begin at 6 PM. The meeting will be […]
I Can Fix That Workshop
Submitted by Tacoma Historical Society. Join THS for a workshop on the history of mending and learn how to mend your clothing from simple patches to the more artistic style of visible mending. Workshop tickets cost $10 and will include the historic talk and project instruction. All supplies are provided. Basic Hand sewing skills encouraged. […]
Symphony Tacoma “Dreams and Dances”
Symphony Tacoma invites audiences to Dreams and Dances (April 20, 2024), a musical odyssey highlighting an eclectic fusion of classical masterpieces and contemporary gems. This lively evening promises to be an unforgettable journey of symphonic exploration when the brilliant horn virtuoso Leelanee Sterrett takes center stage for Strauss’ Concerto No. 1 and renowned local mezzo-soprano […]
The Board of Health April 17 Meeting Agenda
The Board of Health will hold a Study Session on April 17 (3-5 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.