On February 22, at 10:36am, deputies responded to an attempted carjacking and armed robbery at the 16600 block of Pacific Ave. A male victim reported the suspect fled in a black sedan heading northbound on Pacific Ave. Deputies located the suspect vehicle and a short pursuit was initiated. A PIT was performed at the 15500 blk […]
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Senate passes Nobles bill to update WA veterans committee
A bill to update the membership structure of the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) passed the Senate Tuesday. Senate Bill 5338, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), modernizes the VAAC by replacing two positions designated for representatives from the state veterans’ homes in Orting and Retsil with at-large positions. The bill also ensures representation for a […]
Big Steps for Pepper the Sea Lion Pup
Pepper, our playful and curious young sea lion pup, is growing more independent every day! As she gets bigger, she’s reaching some important milestones that will help her thrive. Pepper continues to nurse and bond with her mom, Eloise, and has integrated well with all of the seals and sea lions, including her dad, Boomer. […]
Woodstick Drum Festival Celebrates its 22nd Anniversary
Submitted by Woodstick. Parkland – Woodstick will be celebrating its 22nd year at Old Parkland School on March 16, 2025. The first Woodstick was held on March 29, 2003, at the Tacoma Narrows Airport and marked the beginning of what would become an annual tradition and a remarkable celebration of drummers. Local drummer, Chris Kimball, conceived […]
Six finalists chosen for interviews to join Park Board
This is the last of three vacancies and one of the finalists could be appointed the newest commissioner during the Board’s regular meeting March 10 Members of the Board of Park Commissioners voted Monday to advance six people as finalists to the term for the elected position vacated by former Commissioner Rosie Ayala. After reviewing […]
Utility Billing System Upgrade
STEILACOOM – The utility billing system is scheduled for an upgrade. The upgrade will be occurring from February 27, 2025, starting after 3:30 PM through March 4, 2025. During that timeframe, no payments may be processed, either physical or online.
Strickland Pushes To Codify Nondiscrimination In The Military
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland press release. Today (Feb. 25, 2025), during Black History Month, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) reintroduced the Equal and Uniform Treatment in the Military (EQUITY) Act to codify fairness in the armed forces into law and prohibit discrimination of all kinds. “A diverse military is a strong military, and addressing our recruitment and […]
Interim Police Chief Start Date Delayed; Acting Police Chief Appointed
TACOMA, Wash. – The City of Tacoma anticipates a delay in the start date for Patti Jackson as Interim Police Chief, previously anticipated to be February 24, 2025. While the City is eager for her to assume this vital role, the completion of all necessary administrative processes has required additional time to schedule than initially […]
Raise the Roof – A Sneak Peek at APCC’s New Building
January 7, 2025, marked an exciting milestone for Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) as we hosted our very first event in our brand-new building! This special occasion was not only a sneak peek into the future home of APCC but also a joyful celebration of our Founder and President, Patsy Surh O’Connell’s birthday. Friends, family, supporters, […]