Lakewood Playhouse in association with Ghost Light Theatricals and Florida Theatrical Association are proud to present Breaking Our Mold – Cabaret And Conversation: Up Close. The creation of these cabaret performances utilizes a unique process where artists explore why they chose theatre, how the theatrical world sees them, and ultimately how they see themselves. The collaborative […]
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Symphony Tacoma Welcomes New Executive Director, Jenni Warren
Submitted by Symphony Tacoma. After a national search, Symphony Tacoma is pleased to announce the appointment of Jenni Warren as its new Executive Director. Warren, who previously served as the Executive Director of the Idaho State-Civic Symphony in Pocatello, Idaho, and the Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra in Fairbanks, Alaska, brings a wealth of experience and a […]
Seed libraries available at select Pierce County Library System locations
The Pierce County Library System is helping to encourage a greener community by introducing new seed libraries at select locations throughout the county. A seed library allows a community member to borrow seeds, grow them and harvest new seeds from mature plants to return to a participating library. Flower, herb and vegetable seeds welcomed. Whether […]
JBLM civilian employees submit ideas in first ‘Solve-It’ campaign
Story by Pamela Sleezer, Joint Base Lewis-McChord Public Affairs Office. JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD, Wash. – The finalists in a campaign designed to help Department of Army civilian employees have a voice in helping improve operations at Joint Base Lewis-McChord pitched their ideas to a panel of decision-makers May 30. Major General Matthew McFarlane, I Corp […]
WSDOT’s Gray Notebook for the quarter ending March 31, 2024 now online
WSDOT’s quarterly performance report, the Gray Notebook for the quarter ending March 31, 2024, is now available in its interactive format. While numerous performance measures are reported throughout the GNB, highlights from this analysis include: Feel free to share this message with staff and colleagues and, if you have comments and suggestions, please contact Sreenath Gangula, Assistant […]
Obituary Notices – June 8, 2024
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Victor Harold Holme. Mountain View Funeral Home: Margie D. Fox; Eloise Irene Santos Mafnas; Eliane Pless; Joe Earl Smith Sr. Powers Funeral Home: Joan Darlene Gamble; Arno Douglas Wisness.
They like us
Submitted by Bruce Dammeier, Executive. Apologies to Sally Field and her infamous Academy Award speech but it feels awesome when outside people or organizations recognize your work. This week’s decision by the Hearing Examiner to approve the Conditional Use Permit and deny the appeal of our SEPA (State Environmental Protection Act) mitigated determination means the […]
Steilacoom Town Administrator June 7 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s June 7 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
Restoration of DuPont’s Narrow-Gauge Boxcar
Submitted by DuPont Historical Society. The DuPont Company operated in DuPont, WA from 1909 to 1975. Seventeen miles of narrow-gauge rail transported incoming supplies and outgoing products between the plant and a wharf on Puget Sound. The DuPont, WA plant supplied explosives for projects such as Grand Coulee Dam, Panama Canal, and Alaska Highway and […]