TACOMA, Wash. – The Parking Technical Advisory Group (PTAG) is seeking applicants to fill three positions. Applicants seeking a position must be a user of Tacoma’s transportation system. Appointees will serve a two-year term from December 2023 to December 2025. The PTAG reviews current parking policies and how they impact transportation users. Periodically, the PTAG […]
Overnight I-5 lane and ramp closures resume July 5 in DuPont
DUPONT – Contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will close lanes and ramps on Interstate 5 in DuPont overnight Wednesday, July 5 and Thursday, July 6. Additional night closures are planned for the week of July 10. Daytime lane closures are scheduled for a section of Steilacoom-DuPont Road between Station Drive […]
Emergency utility repairs require lane closures on SR 167/River Road East in Pierce County
Travelers using State Route 167/River Road East between Tacoma and Puyallup can expect congestion due to emergency utility repairs. To make repairs, crews will close lanes in both directions of the highway at Gay Road East and 50th Avenue East. People will see around-the-clock lane closures except the afternoon commute times between 3:30 p.m. and […]
Lakewood Lions Club Member Honored With Award
Submitted by Eric Warn. Lakewood First Lions member Dave O’Keeffe was recently named a Melvin Jones Fellow for his commitment to the humanitarian work of the Lion Club International Foundation. Presenting the award was fellow Lakewood Lion Club member Dr. Bob Allen. The fellowship program was established in 1973 in honor of Melvin Jones, the […]
Letter: In Cahoots in Heaven
I’ll be the first to admit I do not know the names of flowers. I just find them so beautiful. So did my wife, and so did our mom. Nothing – other than watching their children and grandchildren grow and blossom – made them happier than being down on their knees, using a small spade […]
50 years ago in Point Defiance Park
50 years ago! Mary and Howard Harmon are pictured enjoying the beauty of Point Defiance Park on July 1, 1973. Mr. Harmon was retiring on September 1st of that year as director of horticulture and supervisor of Pt. Defiance after serving more than 33 years with the Park District.
TCC Begins Construction of New Center for Innovative Learning and Engagement
Tacoma Community College (TCC) is beginning construction of its new Center for Innovative Learning and Engagement (CILE) this summer. A groundbreaking event will be held 4-5 p.m. Aug. 3 at the construction site and in the nearby Campus Commons. Located off Mildred Street, the three-story, 51,000 square foot building will replace Buildings 10 and F1. It will […]
Eatonville Football Team and Coaches Earns $5,000 Donation
In the picturesque town of Eatonville, an unusual narrative unfolds, showcasing the resolute commitment of a community and the transformative influence of youth development. On a beautiful Thursday morning, Peg and I embarked on a journey to witness the impact of teamwork and community engagement. We were on our way to the home of Jim […]
The circus is coming to town
Venardos Circus, a Broadway-style animal-free circus, is returning to Tacoma! The show will be held outside STAR Center from July 7 – 23. Get tickets today! http://metroparkstacoma.org/event/venardos-circus…