City of Lakewood announcement. Lakewood was recognized Tuesday as a leader in the state for its work on climate change and planning for population growth in the coming decades. The city was one of eight from across the state to receive a 2022 Governor’s Smart Communities Award. Lakewood was awarded the Smart Climate Strategies Award […]
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Lions Club Member Receives Prestigious Award
Submitted by Eric Warn. Lakewood First Lions Club member Dr. Robert Allen, center, is the 2022 recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award. Lions Clubs International recognizes outstanding individuals by bestowing on them an award that is named for its founder, Melvin Jones. Presenters are Ruth Anne Hickey, president, and Dan Comsia, member. The Fellowship […]
Charity Golf Tournament in Lakewood
Submitted by Chris Aldridge. The inaugural charity golf tournament which will be Sunday, August 21at Meadow Park Golf Course. Several business and individuals are coming together for a good cause. We will give away a vehicle to someone in need for the second time this year. A 2005 Subaru Outback with 135,000 (retails for $8,000). […]
The End May Be Near for Tacoma’s Tall Ship— SSS Odyssey
Submitted by Emily Molina. Tacoma, WA- Tacoma’s tall ship Odyssey may be at the end of an illustrious 84-year history after fundraising initiatives this past year have left the outfit shorthanded. The 90-foot historic Sparkman & Stephens wooden sailboat was built in 1938 in the Nevins Shipyard in New York. Commandeered by the US Navy […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update: Cases, hospitalizations and deaths
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department announcement. Our COVID-19 case and hospitalization rates continue to show us in Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s low community level. CDC updated its COVID-19 isolation guidance last week. If you test positive for COVID-19, you should stay home for at least 5 days and isolate from others. If you are exposed to someone […]
Olgy Diaz Sworn in to Tacoma City Council At-Large Position 7
City of Tacoma press release. TACOMA, Wash. – Olgy Diaz has officially sworn in to the Tacoma City Council At-Large Position 7, for a term to expire December 31, 2023. Council Member Diaz is the first Latina to serve on the City Council. “I am humbled, grateful and honored for this opportunity to serve,” said […]
Obituary Notices – August 17, 2022
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Joaquin Jose Fitial Villagomez. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Carol Jean Johnson. Mountain View Funeral Home: Shirley Crisman; Gertrude E. David; Tenari Jessie Faulkner; Arleigh L. Hess; Francis V. Kaheiki; Hien Thi Le; Irma Faye Marcelle; Fawn Starling Proctor. Powers Funeral Home: Marc James Holfeld; Myrna Armstrong; Myrna […]
PCTV: Look, Listen & Learn
Pierce County TV social media post. Check out Look, Listen & Learn, an early learning television show that supports the emotional well-being of BIPOC families by offering fun, in-home learning tools for 3-8 years olds. New episodes play on PCTV: Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.!
Tacoma Arts Live adds Live at 5! Salsa on the Square
Tacoma Arts Live announcement. Live at 5! Salsa on the Square will take place on Friday, August 26 (5-7 pm) at Theater Square on Broadway. This event is one of many this summer, fall, and beyond. Other events include: The Infinite (An Out of this World Immersive Experience) running through Sept. 5 The Princess Bride: […]