The days are quickly getting shorter here in the Pacific Northwest, but there’s no reason to head inside just because the streetlights are on. These early evenings are the perfect time to enjoy the triumphant return of Glow Golf at Metro Parks Tacoma’s Meadow Park Golf Course. Every Friday and Saturday evening from September 22 […]
The Puyallup City Council Sept. 19 Meeting Agenda
The Puyallup City Council will hold a Study Session on Sept. 19 (6:30 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Strickland Launches 2023 Congressional App Challenge
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. Today (Sept. 14, 2023), U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced the start of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students in Washington’s 10th District. “I am pleased to announce the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students in Washington’s 10th Congressional District,” said Strickland. “I […]
Tacoma, Pierce County to Hold Joint Study Session on Homelessness, Sept. 19
On Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at noon, the Tacoma City Council and Pierce County Council are scheduled to hold a joint Study Session to discuss coordinated approaches to addressing homelessness. This will be the first joint Study Session between our governing bodies in recent memory, and is focused on a topic of vital importance to many of our communities. Tacoma is a visible epicenter of what we clearly know is a regional homelessness crisis and, last year, Pierce County and the City of Tacoma […]
Help name Point Defiance Zoo’s new muskox calf
TACOMA, Wash.— Voting is now open for our community to choose the name of Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium’s newest baby animal- a female muskox calf. The calf, born to eight-year-old Charlotte, is now a week old and becoming more confident daily. “The young calf is rambunctious, curious, adventurous, and brave,” said assistant curator Shannon […]
Bates Technical College Celebrates Student Emily Stech’s Selection as 2023 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar
Tacoma, WA – Bates Technical College student Emily Stech has been selected as the recipient of the 2023 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship presented by Phi Theta Kappa. An active member of the PTK honor society, she has remained committed to her academics and leadership roles. From a competitive pool of nearly 1,100 candidates, Emily […]
Lakewold Gardens’ All Hallows Eve Festival Promises Spooky Fun for the Whole Family
Lakewood, WA — Beginning October 20, fans of Halloween lore will once again have the chance to witness a sighting of the Monster of Gravelly Lake. Legend* says the creature evolved as the climate has changed and caused harm to Lakewold’s native flora and fauna. Displeased with the treatment of its home by humans, the Monster […]
The Lakewood City Council Sept. 18 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Sept. 18 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Workshop on How to Apply for Certification With the Washington State Office of Minority and Women Business Enterprise September 27
TACOMA, Wash. — As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity in Contracting (EIC) team is partnering with Washington State Office of Minority and Women Business Enterprise (OMWBE) staff to host a workshop on resources […]