Submitted by Morgan Alexander. On this day in 1977, David Levage who was hired by a local crime syndicate dumped a dozen cans of paint thinner onto premier Tacoma waterfront restaurant, Top of The Ocean. Built in the 1940s, the structure was instantly engulfed in flames once ignited. This arson was connected to a number […]
LEGO Fans, get ready for a new store opening in Puyallup
Submitted by Ross Allison. LEGO has become a worldwide phenomenon for both children and adults since it originated in 1932 in Billund, Demark. The plastic brick has morphed into some of the most iconic sets, with themes such as Harry Potter, Star Wars, Minecraft, Marvel, and Spiderman … just to name a few. Have you […]
Obituary Notices – April 3, 2025
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: David Vernon Vance. Mountain View Funeral Home: Elma Jean Boldien-Lang; Jung Yup Yu Tate; Taraja Mikayla Warren. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Stephen E. Hapy SR.; Washington K. Soliga; Travis S. Murphy. Powers Funeral Home: Jerry Lee Keller; Ofa Teu Taufalele.
College-prep Program Tackles Diversity Barriers
Submitted by Jennifer Ward, Executive Director, Rainier Scholars – Tacoma. Diversity of individuals, thoughts, and experiences exposes communities to new ideas and perspectives. Yet, those who get the opportunity to influence critical decisions do not always hold diverse lived experiences. Factors such as disparities in public school funding, disproportionate disciplinary policies, and family circumstances create […]
Looking for some fun? Come join us. Open to all
Submitted by The 2388 Elks Lodge & Event Center. Did you know the 2388 Elks Lodge & Event Center hosts events that are open to the public? Check out the details/flyers below and come join us! All are welcome. Dine & Dance W/ SRO- 04/07 The Bunny Hop- 04/19 The Dinner Show- 04/24 R&R Magic […]
Obituary Notices – April 2, 2025
Mountain View Funeral Home: Patricia Ann Gill. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Lynn M. Williams. Powers Funeral Home: Emilie Lou Granholm; David Chavez; Stephen Joseph Remlick Jr.; Kurtis Allen Cross. Gaffney Funeral Home: Norman Leo Christenson.
Letter: The fertilizer salesman
Submitted by Greg Alderete. In the town of Bluffington, there lived a man,Senator Bob, with a master plan.By day he made laws, all polished and neat,By night he sold manure down Mulberry Street. “Come one, come all, to Bob’s Fertilizer!Your plants will grow taller, stronger, and wiser!”He’d shout and he’d boast, with a wink in […]
Telephone Town Hall This Week, April 2
Office of Rep. Mari Leavitt, 28th Legislative District press release. Please join Sen. T’wina Nobles, Dan Bronoske, and Mari Leavitt for a telephone town hall from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2! We will share an update on work in Olympia and answer any questions you might have about the 2025 legislative session. The call […]
Obituary Notices – April 1, 2025
Scanlin Cremation & Burial: Ronald A Bunch.