TACOMA – The Pierce County Council has appointed Bryan Yambe to represent District 5, concluding a two-week process to fill the vacancy left by Marty Campbell, who resigned on Dec. 31, 2024, to assume his new role as the County’s elected Assessor-Treasurer. Before his appointment, Councilmember Bryan Yambe (District 5) served on the council for […]
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Author Andy Becker Writes New Book on Growing Humans
Maybe you have already read Andy Becker’s satirical take on a real scandal that happened a while ago in Tacoma. His award-winning novel The Kissing Rabbi: Lust, Betrayal, and a Community Turned Inside Out won a First Place Blue Ribbon at the CIBA 2021 Mark Twain Book Awards for Humor. Or you have enjoyed his […]
Longtime employee cultivates memorable legacy with Puyallup Tribe
By Shaun Scott, Puyallup Tribal News “When an individual works for the same company for nearly 15 years they tend to know everyone in the building. “Andrew Strobel, who originally joined the Puyallup Tribe as an Associate Planner in April 2010, epitomizes this reality. He seems to know everyone and everyone seemingly knows him. The […]
Strickland Launches Annual Valentines for Veterans and First Responders Drive
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. Lakewood, WA – Today (January 14, 2025), Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her annual Valentines for Veterans and First Responders drive. Valentines will be distributed to veterans and first responders in Washington’s 10th Congressional District, and for the first time, Valentines will be distributed to JBLM soldiers deployed to Korea. […]
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration & Awards January 20
TACOMA, Wash. – The City of Tacoma’s Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) presents the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on Monday, January 20, 2025. The event features the annual Community Service Awards, which highlight outstanding contributions to community service and inspire others to make a difference. This year, CERC will recognize Brian Gatewood […]
2044 Draft Comprehensive topic of Puyallup public hearing
The Puyallup City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2044 Draft Comprehensive Plan. This public hearing is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. The public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers located on the 5th floor of City Hall at 333 S. Meridian. The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. […]
44th Street Sewer Lift Station Upgrade Project
The City of Fircrest Public Works Department has contracted Pape & Sons Construction, Inc., to complete the 44th Street Sewer Lift Station Upgrade Project, located at 44th Street W and 67th Avenue W. Construction was scheduled to begin on Monday, January 6, and is expected to be completed by March 31, 2025. During construction, sewer service will be maintained using […]
Pierce County Library System closed Monday, Jan. 20, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The Pierce County Library System will be closed Monday, Jan. 20, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. During that time, the Library’s online services, as always, will be open at www.mypcls.org, featuring online e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines as well as other services and resources.
Chamber Music Festival and Institute moving to Tacoma
Tacoma – The Chamber Music Festival and Institute, formerly at Icicle Creek Center for the Arts, will be moving to its new home in Tacoma, Washington this coming summer 2025! During the summer of 2024, the Chamber Music Festival and Institute at Icicle Creek celebrated thirty years of incredible chamber music performances, distinguished guest artist […]