By Corvo Rohwer, Puyallup Tribal News. Heritage Division Curriculum Developer and School Liaison Patricia Conway visited multiple school districts in November to observe the ongoing implementation of the Since Time Immemorial curriculum. Also known as the John McCoy (lulilaš) STI, the Tribally-cultivated curriculum has been a requirement for schools to teach since 2015 by Senate Bill […]
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Jennifer of the Backward Glance
I don’t know why it was or what it was . . . or still does, to make me look at Jennifer after’s she’s walked past. The smell of her perfume has done this for me and a certain look or smile has captured my attention for a minute or so from other women, but […]
Tacoma Creates Continues to Boost Access to Arts and Culture for Schools and Community
TACOMA, Wash. – Tacoma Creates, Washington state’s pioneering cultural access program, recently completed its fourth funding cycle, awarding $5.8 million to 65 organizations dedicated to advancing arts, culture, heritage, and science. This competitive funding program enabled these organizations to offer over 1,200 cultural programs and events for the Tacoma community during the 2023-2024 period. “With […]
Simon – Blue Eyes and More, with Help
Blue eyes, good teeth, tall, and blonde hair that stays combed. Don’t many men want to grow up that way? Throw in the latest clothes and a convertible sports car and you’ve got it all. Simon was my best friend in high school and college. Those were great days. Both he and I didn’t measure […]
City Council Approves Home in Tacoma Zoning and Standards Package
TACOMA, Wash. – The City Council has unanimously approved the Home In Tacoma zoning and standards package, a landmark decision that paves the way for more diverse, affordable, and sustainable housing options throughout the city. This comprehensive update to Tacoma’s residential zoning regulations marks the culmination of several years of community engagement and collaboration. The centerpiece of […]
Metro Parks Tacoma is recruiting for two positions on the Park Board
TACOMA, WA – Metro Parks Tacoma will be filling two vacant positions on its Board of Park Commissioners in the coming months. On Monday, Commissioners Aaron Pointer and Rosie Ayala submitted letters of resignation. Pointer is retiring after 24 years of service to the park district, including three years as president and three years as […]
Become “Beacons of Light” for Homeless Youth at Tacoma’s Beacon Center
Submitted by Dana Hill. Tacoma, WA — Dana Hill, a philanthropist affectionately known as “Mama Doll”, founder of The Black Doll Affair (TBDA), is rallying members of the Tacoma community to support young people experiencing homelessness at Tacoma’s Beacon Youth Shelter. Through a new initiative called Beacons of Light, Hill invites community members to use their unique skills, resources, […]
COPE Health Solutions Announces Academic Partnership with University of Puget Sound
Submitted by Veronica Craker, University of Puget Sound Director of Media Relations. COPE Health Solutions (CHS) is excited to announce our partnership with the University of Puget Sound, a premier liberal arts institution in the Pacific Northwest, to enhance career pathways in healthcare through the COPE Health Scholars’ clinical experiential learning programs across the state […]
New Admin Building Blessing
By Hailey Palmer, Puyallup Tribal News. A blessing and open house was held Nov. 15 for the Tribe’s new administration building where Tribal Members and employees had the chance to tour the building. Heritage Division Manager Connie McCloud delivered the blessing and Language Director Amber Hayward shared a prayer in Lushootseed before each member of […]