TACOMA – Another section of the westbound State Route 16 Tacoma Narrows Bridge needs repair. The fix requires two consecutive days of lane closures while crews repair an expansion joint in the bridge’s surface. This expansion joint is in a different location than the one that required emergency lane closures in May. 8 a.m. Saturday, […]
Obituary Notices – December 12, 2024
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Francisco Lemus Aguilar. Mountain View Funeral Home: Pamela Jo Smith. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Alfred A. Zuger. Gaffney Funeral Home: Brian John Plowden; James Francis Christnacht.
City Council Receives Update on City of Tacoma’s Ongoing Efforts to Address Homelessness
TACOMA, Wash. – The City Council was presented with an update on the City of Tacoma’s ongoing efforts to address homelessness. Utilizing a multi-faceted approach, the City continues to take significant steps to address homelessness, demonstrating a proactive and compassionate approach. By focusing on both immediate needs and long-term solutions, aligning with state and regional […]
American Legion Post 187 Christmas Party
Submitted by American Legion Post 187. The American Legion Post 187 will host its Christmas Party on Saturday, December 14 from 12 pm to 3 pm at the former Peoples Plaza (9315 Gravelly Lake Dr, Lakewood). It’s open to veterans and the Post will be providing food and drinks. Call 253-589-0187 for more information.
Strickland Presents Zain Shariff as 2024 Congressional App Challenge Winner
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. Today (Dec. 10, 2024), Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced Zain Shariff, as the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Washington’s 10th Congressional District. “After considering many outstanding submissions, I am proud to announce Zain as the winner of the Congressional App Challenge,” said Strickland. “Congratulations to all students who […]
How it’s made
Submitted by Bruce Dammeier, Executive. For nearly 40 episodes, I’ve been taking Pierce County residents behind the scenes to see you and the amazing work you do to serve them. Featuring you has been one of the most fun and rewarding things about my work as Executive. The finished videos are always incredible! There is so […]
In the Book Nook with … T.J. Fier
Author T.J. Fier from Fargo, North Dakota, works as an Associate Professor of Set Design at NDSU. Her first book, The Bright One, was initially published through Three Little Sisters. She recently regained the rights and re-released the book herself. There will be more books coming out in 2025. T.J. credits Moorhead Friends Writing Group […]
Commissioner and Major League Baseball record-holder hangs up his cleats
TACOMA, WA: Aaron Pointer pursued sports to earn a living and ended up learning a way to live. The longtime commissioner for Metro Parks Tacoma fell in love with athletics when he was 2 and went on to have a storied career. He broke barriers as the only Black player on his professional baseball team […]
Tacoma Business Council Petition to Protect Tacoma Fire position
Tacoma Business Council announcement. Last Tuesday the City Council voted to cut 16 positions from Tacoma Fire Department. Cuts are needed to address the budget deficit, but to us things like the $1M skateboard park they plan for under 405 and other nonessential programs must be cut before any cuts to our core government services. […]