Submitted by AMVETS. This is a patriotic program teaching our youth from kindergarten through 12th grade about their American heritage, civics and citizenship. The program includes a flag drawing, a poster and an essay contest which are grade specific and age appropriate. K–1st Grade—Flag Coloring Contest;2nd–5th Grade—Poster Contest; and6th–12th Grade—Essay Contest “What does freedom look […]
Karshner Museum hosting ‘Ahead of the Curve: Trailblazing Women of Washington’
Submitted by Lynda Belt, Karshner Museum and Center for Culture & Arts. The Karshner Museum’s exhibit “Ahead of the Curve: Trailblazing Women in Washington”, from the Secretary of Washington Legacy Washington will be closing soon. Don’t miss the stories of over 25 women who have been changemakers, trailblazers and leaders in their fields in Washington […]
Disabled Military Veterans in WA State: Keeping them in their homes
Submitted by Kevin Ballard. For those who served in the military, there is great honor in remaining in the community closest to where military service terminated. There are a select few in this population who have arduously navigated the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) process for receiving a disability rating connected to their military service. […]
MultiCare Sound to Narrows set for June 10
Tacoma’s beloved Sound to Narrows event returns for its 51st year. Sound to Narrows offers something for everyone, from the state’s oldest 12K run for all ages to a 20-yard diaper dash for kids. Early bird registration for the month of January starts at $35 for adults and $10 for children participating in the 12K […]
K9 and WSP Aviation Capture
Pierce County Sheriff’s Department announcement. Watch as deputies get assistance from a Tacoma Police K9 and WSP Aviation to track down and arrest an assault suspect. This video shows you the great teamwork, skills and professionalism displayed by our deputies and the other police officers who assisted us. Thank you again Washington State Patrol Aviation, Tacoma Police Department, […]
CPSD Promising Future: Elena Bryany
A Clover Park School District story. Our Promising Futures featured student this week is Meriwether Elementary School third grader Elena Bryant. Elena loves going to school in the morning and is friends with all the students in her class. “We all like helping each other,” she said. “When students are having a hard time with […]
Top 3 Tips for Navigating the “Tripledemic”
Submitted by By Dr. LuAnn Chen, senior medical director at Community Health Plan of Washington. Washington’s ‘tripledemic’ is far from over. As COVID-19, flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) continue to surge, hospitals and health care providers are reaching capacity. In Washington State, flu deaths are at higher rates than are usually seen at this […]
Obituary Notices – January 9, 2023
Mountain View Funeral Home: Bernard Arnold Kitchen. Hill Funeral Home: Judith Marie Niederriter. Scott Funeral Home: Ninus Hopkins Jr.
Your voice is needed to address the drug fueled crime wave in Tacoma
Tacoma Business Council announcement. The Pierce County Prosecutor is urgently seeking change to our state law on drugs in order to address the crime wave we are all experiencing. In November she wrote the State delegation (read her letter here) asking for these critical changes to address crime. That letter was joined by 16 cities […]