I grew up with films and TV. This means nothing to kids today, but in the early 1950s family entertainment was severely limited compared to what we have today. Our home on South Ferry in Tacoma was the first on the block to have a TV set. I think we were one of the very […]
Plan for weekend I-5 ramp closures at S. 38th Street, SR 16 and I-705 in Tacoma
Washington State Department of Transportation press release. TACOMA – Upcoming work on Interstate 5 ramps in Tacoma this weekend, Sept. 9 through Sept. 11, means travelers will need to plan to help prevent delays. Construction crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will refresh I-5 exits and on-ramps at South 38th Street and […]
2023 Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant Program accepting applications
Pierce County press release. The 2023 Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant Program, which assists in funding preservation efforts in Pierce County, is now accepting applications through Oct. 4, 2022. Grant requests can be made for historic preservation or history-related project proposals. For stabilization, restoration, or rehabilitation of buildings or structures, the maximum grant request is […]
CPSD Staff Spotlight: Adriana Bellici
A Clover Park School District story. Our first Staff Spotlight of the year features Idlewild Elementary school fifth grade teacher Adriana Bellici. Adriana has been with the district for eight years and is beginning her second year at Idlewild. After enjoying her time at Oakbrook Elementary School, Adriana wanted to challenge herself as an educator […]
9th Annual National Drive Electric Steilacoom happening Sept. 10
Submitted by Dick Muri. Twenty-six different EV Models including the Rivian R1T and Ford Lightning and a lot more will be at the 9th Annual National Drive Electric Steilacoom festival event, Saturday, Sept. 10 from 11 AM to 3 PM. Pierce Transit will have their electric bus on display. Lots of Teslas, Leafs, Bolts, Volts, electric bikes, […]
Lute Powered: Educational Service District 113
Pacific Lutheran University announcement. There are nine Educational Service Districts (ESDs) in Washington state. Created in 1969, the ESDs help local school districts by providing academic support, business services, educator training and more for local school districts. Capital Region ESD 113, based in Tumwater, WA, works with 44 public… Read the rest of the announcement […]
Tacoma’s Chief Moore helps launch ‘The Black & White Doll Affair’
Submitted by Dana Hall, The Black Doll Affair. The Black Doll Affair introduces ‘The Black & White Doll Affair,’ a modern sub-club that focuses on multiracial friendships. National Women’s Friendship Day is Sunday, September 18th. To celebrate this occasion, on Friday, September 16h, Dana Hill, also known as “Mama Doll”, the Founder of the award […]
Urgent Action Needed On Tacoma Budget
Tacoma Business Council announcement. Now is the time to speak up about potential cuts to public safety. On October 4th, the City Manager will propose the budget for ‘23-’24. Because the City projects a $24 million deficit, it plans a “2.5% spending cut to the public safety departments and a 8.5% cut to all other […]
Pierce County COVID-19 data update: Cases, hospitalizations and deaths
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department announcement. Updated COVID-19 booster shots are on their way! They offer you and your family extra protection against the latest omicron variants. Doses should be available soon. Keep an eye on our social media and website to find out where you can get your dose! More great news! Our COVID-19 hospitalization […]