Pacific Lutheran University announcement. Nancy Nelson’s path to a career in education was a nontraditional one. So it’s no surprise that her journey led her to a special kind of school. Since fall 2020, Nelson has served as director of career and technical education (CTE) at Chief Leschi Schools, operated by the Puyallup Tribe of […]
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MultiCare launches nursing assistant training program
MultiCare announcement. TACOMA, Wash. — MultiCare Health System is working to meet the growing need for more health care professionals by establishing a new nursing assistant training program. A 2021 survey by the Washington State Hospital Association showed hospitals in Washington need to hire 6,100 new nurses to meet current staffing needs. Other data shows […]
Nighttime train testing starts back up. N. Tacoma Avenue closure postponed
Sound Transit announcement. The contractor will need to return to N. Tacoma Avenue for road repairs, which is dependent on the next available dry weather day and subcontractor availability. This will require the crews to close N. Tacoma Ave., north of N. 1st Street, for a few days to apply a new top layer to […]
SnoPUD, Tacoma Power to Participate in SPP’s Markets+ Phase 1
Tacoma Public Utilities announcement. Tacoma, WA – Snohomish County PUD and Tacoma Power recently executed funding agreements to participate in the first phase of development of Southwest Power Pool’s (SPP) Markets+ initiative. “We are excited to have a seat at the table to help shape the design of this new market option,” said Adam Cornelius, […]
Tacoma Youth Symphony Association’s 60th Anniversary
Tacoma Youth Symphony Association announcement. On Saturday, May 6, the Tacoma Youth Symphony Association will celebrate its 60th anniversary with “A 60th Anniversary Concert.” Students from all five of the Tacoma Youth Symphony Association’s orchestras will be performing as we celebrate 60 years of youth creating joyous music. The repertoire selected by each orchestra will […]
Sounder trains available for Sounders FC vs. St. Louis City SC
Sound Transit announcement. Seattle sports fans can save on travel time, parking and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to this Saturday’s Sounders FC 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 […]
Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension and NE 130th Infill Station to receive low-interest federal loans
Sound Transit announcement. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is providing nearly $173 million in low-interest loans that will reduce regional taxpayers’ costs to support the construction of the Hilltop Tacoma Link extension and the NE 130th Street Infill Station along the Lynnwood Link extension. The loans will save taxpayers at least $26 million over the […]
In The Gallery: Tacoma Community College Art Faculty Exhibit
Tacoma Community College announcement. Celebrate the TCC Art Faculty and their work at the TCC Art Faculty Exhibit Reception! The reception will be held 4-6 p.m. April 7 in The Gallery, Building 4 at Tacoma Community College. Visit the exhibit Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on days the college is open. Free admission, and visitor […]
Safety for all in Nobles, WA Legislature priorities
Washington State Senate Democrats announcement. Democrats in the Washington State Senate identified safety for all as a key priority for the 2023 legislative session, and Sen. T’wina Nobles has two pieces of legislation still in consideration addressing this priority. “I am proud to support and prioritize efforts this session to enhance safety measures and create […]