Submitted by Symphony Tacoma. Symphony Tacoma Music Director Sarah Ioannides has decided to step down from the podium at the conclusion of the 2025/26 season. This marks the end of an extraordinary 12-year tenure as the Conductor and Music Director of Symphony Tacoma. Known for her visionary leadership and artistic excellence, Sarah played a pivotal […]
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Sounder trains available for Sounders FC vs. Los Angeles FC
Seattle sports fans can save on travel time, parking and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to this weekend’s Sounders 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 Saturday, March 8, for […]
City Council Seeks to Broaden Inclusion of Seniors on Tacoma’s Committees, Boards, and Commissions
TACOMA, Wash. – The Tacoma City Council voted on Tuesday to declare the inclusion of community members over the age of 65 on the City of Tacoma’s Committees, Boards, and Commissions (CBCs) a priority. Council Member John Hines led the resolution, following robust discussions last year with seniors who shared a desire for a more […]
Tacoma Chamber EVP David Schroedel Appointed to Winter Board of Regents of Institute for Organization Management
Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, has appointed David Schroedel, IOM, Executive Vice President of the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber, to the Winter Board of Regents. As a member of this Board, Schroedel will implement the policies created by Institute’s National Board of Trustees. “A strong Board of […]
Councilwoman Bryan receives award from American Lung Association
By Puyallup Tribal News Staff “The American Lung Association has honored Councilwoman Annette Bryan with an Outstanding Mother Award. Each year the association celebrates several women who “prioritize their families while making significant impacts in their professions and philanthropic efforts.” “Other 2025 recipients are Kati Quigley, vice president of portfolio marketing at BMC Software; Lorna […]
The Quiet Between to close out this Classical Tuesdays season
Classical Tuesdays in Old Town Tacoma announcement. Three vocalists, small bagpipes, and a guitar will provide a peaceful and contemplative evening of music from the Celtic, Norse, and maritime lands. Please join us for community, coffee and Chris’s cookies as we close this season of Classical Tuesdays – until next fall! March 11, 7:00pm at […]
West Pierce Fire & Rescue Adjusts FBC After Petitions Review
At the West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday, March 4, the Board unanimously voted to approve adjustments to the recently implemented 2025 Fire Benefit Charge (FBC). The changes will create a reduction in original FBC for over 3,500 taxpayers in the district. In November, voters decided to move to a […]
Local Artists Invited to Enter TCC’s 23rd Annual Juried Art Exhibition by April 1
Interested in being part of The Gallery’s 23rd Annual Juried Art Exhibition this summer? Get your entry in by April 1, 2025. The exhibition will be held June 24-Aug. 14, 2025 in The Gallery at Tacoma Community College. All local artists are invited to enter. Learn more and enter your art into the exhibition here.
Coldest Night of the Year Walk a Success!
Late last month we held the first ever Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk. We are so proud of the more than 100 community members who braved the weather to help raise funds and awareness for our neighbors experiencing homelessness across Pierce County! Thank you to not only our wonderful community for supporting this […]