Pierce Transit will implement its twice-yearly service change on Sunday, Sept. 3. Details of changes by route are available at PierceTransit.org/pierce-transit-routes. Service change highlights include: Pierce Transit provides free Wi-Fi on buses and has invested in other technology that helps riders understand system conditions, such as bus departures and how to locate their bus in real-time. Riders […]
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Obituary Notices – August 29, 2023
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Dominick Ingraffia. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Vincent J. Isakson. Powers Funeral Home: Carol Grilley; Samuel Castillo; Lawrence Donnelly. Gaffney Funeral Home: Patricia Lynn Talik.
End of Summer Blast at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
When: Sept. 2- 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. It’s time to chill out! Join animals at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in an all-weekend celebration jam-packed with cool activities – literally. Watch animals like the tigers, sea otters and elephant play with icy treats and summery enrichments (at scheduled times below, so you don’t miss it!). See […]
Labor Day Festival Event – September 4
Submitted by Buffalo Soldiers Museum – Tacoma. Join us at the Labor Day Festival as we honor the military, celebrate the history, and create cherished memories with the community. The event promises to be a day of fun, appreciation, and inspiration. The festival will feature food, games for children, and live music by Darelle Holden […]
America’s Automotive Trust to confer its Nicola Bulgari Award on Glenn Mounger
Submitted by America’s Automotive Trust. On September 8, 2023, America’s Automotive Trust will present the prestigious Nicola Bulgari Award on Glenn Mounger, Chairman Emeritus of the Pebble Beach Concours d ’Elegance and prominent member of the vintage collector community. Each year, the Trust confers The Nicola Bulgari Award on an individual who has made major […]
Help us clear the shelter
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is reducing adoption fees for dogs, cats, and critters during a nationwide campaign to “Clear The Shelters” in partnership with NBC Universal and Telemundo. From August 26 – 31, adopt an adult dog for $50, adult cat for $25, or critter (guinea pigs, rabbits, and more) for […]
Lakewood: Washington Blvd Construction Update
All utility work has been completed for the project with the exception of street lighting conduit between 83rd and Interlaaken. Crews have graded for various curbing this week and will continue to grade next week for sidewalk and concrete pavement in the roundabout at Lake City/Washington. Circulating island barrier and rolled curbs were poured at […]
Fircrest Park Court Resurfacing Project
We’re thrilled to let you know that we’re giving our beloved courts a fresh new look by resurfacing them with a brand-new finish. This makeover will ensure that our courts are in top-notch shape for all of you to enjoy. Thanks to an unexpected opening in the contractor’s schedule, we were able to secure their […]
Happy EFNiverssary Mikel
From Emergency Food Network’s Twitter/X feed. Today we recognize Mikel as they celebrate their EFNiverserary! Mikel is an important part of EFN & our organization is so happy to have them on our team! Thank you for your part in making sure that no person goes hungry.