Mountain View Funeral Home: Edward E. Mriglot Jr.; Renae K. Rowley; Ruth Lorraine Zoda. Scott Funeral Home: Larry Ray Scott II. Tacoma Mausoleum & Mortuary: Heather Rhoden.
Strickland Launches 5th Annual Congressional Art Competition
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland press release. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced today, that her office will begin accepting submissions for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. This annual program is an opportunity to recognize, honor, and encourage young artistic talent across the nation. “The South Sound is home to many young artists who enjoy painting, […]
West Coast sees Dramatic Drop in Lost Tooth Value
Submitted by Dr. Jeff Reynolds. The Tooth Fairy is tightening their belt on the West Coast and in Washington state. New Delta Dental findings from its 2025 Original Tooth Fairy Poll® revealed the average value of a single lost tooth dropped from $8.54 to $5.69 last year in the western region (which includes Washington, Alaska, […]
Obituary Notices – March 4, 2025
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Patricia Ann Murrie; John A Jackson. Mountain View Funeral Home: Ok Hui Bilodeau; Rogelio Triminio.
Letter: West Pierce Fire Fees Disproportional
Letter from David Selness to West Pierce Fire & Rescue. Sq. Ft to Sq. Ft., why do you assess an additional 50% or more just for providing a firebreak between a house and garage? A detached garage would support a far smaller fire than a combined house/attached garage. Your fees are arbitrary and capricious; they […]
Puget Sound Revels Presents a Benefit Concert featuring Award-winning Musician and Composer Benjamin Hunter
Submitted by Puget Sound Revels. Benefit Concert with Benjamin Hunter Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 2-4 p.m. Wells Hall, 310 N. K St., Tacoma, WA 98403Tickets: $40 on sale beginning March 3www.pugetsoundrevels.org Tacoma, WA – Puget Sound Revels is thrilled to welcome musician, composer, community activist, social entrepreneur and educator Benjamin Hunter to Tacoma for a special […]
Washington’s small manufacturers face operational challenges due to federal directives; local leaders call for support
Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County press release. Tacoma, WA – Small manufacturers, the backbone of Tacoma-Pierce County’s economy, are facing severe disruptions due to federal directives and upcoming tariff changes, impacting operations, finances, and workforce stability. In response, regional leaders are engaging with congressional representatives to seek urgent solutions. Washington’s economy is deeply tied to […]
Strickland Boosts Rare Disease Research for Underserved and Minority Patients
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland press release. Today (Feb. 28, 2025), on Rare Disease Day, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) introduced the Health Equity and Rare Disease (HEARD) Act. The bill addresses the many obstacles faced by rare disease patients. “Rare disease patients often face unique challenges at all phases of care, especially those from underrepresented communities,” said […]
Obituary Notices – March 3, 2025
Mountain View Funeral Home: Katheryn B Bond; Michael Mallory; Douglas Meeks; Donnell Lamonte Moore; Christina Choi. Scanlin Cremation & Burial: James Henry Finn III. Tacoma Mausoleum & Mortuary: Daniel Doohan.