Story by Pamela Sleezer, Joint Base Lewis-McChord Public Affairs Office. JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD, Wash. – Hiring our Heroes hosted a two-day career summit and civilian employment job fair event at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Sept. 19 and 20 that bridged the gap between the military community and civilian employment. On Sept. 19, military spouses looking for […]
Caring for Kids Prepares CPSD Students for the New Year
As the new school year approached, Caring for Kids and its army of passionate volunteers hosted its Ready to Learn Fair and other events around the city to help Clover Park School District (CPSD) students prepare for success in the classroom. Caring for Kids also stepped in to help following a fire at the Jamestown Estates in August that impacted CPSD families by […]
The Lakewood City Council Sept. 25 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Study Session on Sept. 25 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
City of Tacoma Provides Update on Alternative Response Efforts
TACOMA, Wash. – During the Sept. 19, 2023 City Council Study Session, the City of Tacoma provided an update on its alternative response efforts, which continue to focus on: The HOPE Team recently began its “soft launch” phase. This phase, which started this month, is comprised of self-dispatch and requests from Tacoma Fire Department and […]
The DuPont Special Planning Commission Sept. 25 Meeting Agenda
The DuPont Special Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Sept. 25 (6 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Symphony Tacoma Unveils Electrifying 2023-2024 Season
Tacoma, WA — September 21, 2023 — Symphony Tacoma, renowned for its commitment to delivering exceptional live orchestral performances, is proud to announce its anticipated 2023-2024 concert season. This season promises to be a journey through the world of classical music, showcasing a diverse repertoire that will captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression. Explore Symphony […]
Kilmer, Timmons Spearhead Bipartisan “Fix Congress Caucus”
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. Today (Sept. 21, 2023), U.S. Representatives and Co-Chairs of the Fix Congress Caucus Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and William Timmons (SC-04) launched the Fix Congress Caucus, a bipartisan group of lawmakers committed to making Congress more effective, efficient, and transparent for the American people. “The Modernization Committee was established with […]
Obituary Notices – September 23, 2023
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: David Lee Mercer. Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Lori Ann Cabrera Aldan. Mountain View Funeral Home: Robert Akee; John James Aldrich; Patricia Blankenship; Thomas Edward Gates; Nancy E. Gregory; Michael Hall; Ursella E. Jordan; Ellen McMillan; John Allen Soucy Jr. Powers Funeral Home: Justin Reese Smith Ells. […]
Sounder trains available for Seahawks vs. Carolina Panthers
Seattle sports fans can save on travel time, parking, and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to this weekend’s Seahawks game. Special Sounder service is in addition to regular Link light rail, ST Express and King County Metro service to and from Lumen Field. The special service will be available Sunday, Sept. 24, […]