The months of January, February, and March bring an exciting lineup of performing arts entertainment from Tacoma Arts Live. The works presented highlight a range of dynamic and skilled artists, from family-friendly productions like 123 Andrés, to cultural icons like Isaac Mizrahi and Broadway favorite, Dear Evan Hansen. See the calendar listing immediately below for […]
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$10,000 in Grant to Accelerate Planning Phase of Workforce Development Hub and Childcare Facility in Tacoma’s East Side
TACOMA, WA – Mayor Victoria Woodards has secured $10,000 in U.S. Conference of Mayors Dollarwise Grant funding to accelerate the planning phase of an innovative workforce development hub and childcare facility for working families in Tacoma’s East Side. This initiative, spearheaded by the Pierce County Labor Community Services Agency in partnership with the Mayor’s Office, […]
Information Sessions on January 29 and February 6 Regarding Grant and Loan Programs Made Possible by State Funding
TACOMA, Wash. – Following the City’s recent update regarding its ongoing efforts to foster economic growth and revitalization – and the grant and loan programs made possible by funding secured through the Washington State Department of Commerce’s Community Reinvestment Project (CRP) – the City will be hosting two information sessions. January 29, 20252 – 4 PMTacoma Little […]
Pretzel’s first wellness exam
Our new muskox, Pretzel, underwent her first wellness exam at the Zoo today with head veterinarian Dr. Karen Wolf, associate veterinarian Dr. Kadie Anderson, and team. The one-year-old muskox had blood drawn to assess her overall health, and her hooves were trimmed. Pretzel will soon be introduced to Willow, born at the Zoo in September […]
Candy Abuse?
Jill is one of those little girls who have mothers that don’t care about all the children. I’ve seen this before and there is nothing really that outsiders can do to help. For your own sanity you never want to get involved, but there are ways around it. If I see a sad little girl […]
Tacoma Public Library unveils new logo and branding
TACOMA, WASH.—Tacoma Public Library (TPL) today (January 17, 2025) unveiled a new brand with an updated color palette and logo. This new visual identity, designed and deployed by TPL’s Public Information Office, replaces the library system’s former. What: Tacoma Public Library is updating its visual identity. This rebrand includes a new logo, new color palette, and […]
Local students named to Montana State University fall semester 2024 honor rolls
Submitted by Montana State University Montana State University has announced its undergraduate honor rolls for fall semester 2024. There are two MSU honor roll lists: the President’s and Dean’s lists. To be eligible for the lists, students must be enrolled in at least 12 college-level credits. This honor roll list was current as of Jan. […]
Tacoma City Manager Elizabeth Pauli to Retire, July 1
“After much reflection, and with profound gratitude for the experience that I have had serving you and the community, I am announcing my intention to retire from my role as City Manager for the City of Tacoma, effective July 1, 2025,” wrote Elizabeth Pauli on the City of Tacoma’s website. “Serving this community has been […]
Tacoma Public Schools and Parks Tacoma celebrate grand opening of Aaron Pointer Field — Home of the Stadium Tigers
Tacoma, WA – On January 15, Tacoma Public Schools and Parks Tacoma joined Stadium High School baseball players, coaches and community members to celebrate the grand opening of Aaron Pointer Field. The event featured a festive ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the completion of a project that will benefit students and the broader community for years to come. The newly dedicated […]