Submitted by Charles Wright Academy. Tacoma, Wash. — Students across the South Puget Sound entering ninth grade have a new opportunity to attend Charles Wright Academy (CWA) through a competitive scholarship essay contest. Multiple students who apply to the ninth grade for entry in Fall of 2023 will be selected to receive scholarships and financial […]
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27 Community Art Projects Funded by the Tacoma Arts Commission
City of Tacoma announcement. TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma Arts Commission recently awarded $138,000 in Community Arts Projects funding to 27 Tacoma organizations, groups, and businesses in support of 2023 public outreach projects in the fields of culture, dance, film, literary, music, performing, visual, and cross-disciplinary arts. “We’re proud of the breadth of artistic genres […]
There Is An Answer to Bring Down Crime, But Our Mayor Refuses to Take Action
Tacoma Business Council announcement. It is not widely known, but last year our State legislature made changes which effectively legalized drug possession and put additional roadblocks on law enforcement doing their job. These changes have led to the crime wave we are all experiencing. At the end of November our County Prosecutor wrote the legislature […]
Tacoma’s Vad Turlak Awarded Doctor of Chiropractic degree
In a commencement ceremony held December 16, Vad Turlak of Tacoma received the Doctor of Chiropractic degree from National University of Health Sciences. “We are very proud of Vad Turlak, as National University’s Doctor of Chiropractic program is one of the most demanding of its kind,” says President Joseph Stiefel of National University. National University […]
The Friendly Fast Food of El Sabor Taqueria
After running a few errands here and there, we decided we needed to slow down a bit and enjoy a late lunch. We were coming back home from University Place and decided we needed some excellent Mexican food at El Sabor. We’ve dined often there before and actually prefer to eat at the little restaurant. […]
Local Observance Planned for National Homeless Memorial Day
Associated Ministries announcement. TACOMA, WA – A local gathering will be held on National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day in 2022. The public is invited to Tacoma’s Shiloh Baptist Church, 1211 S. I Street, for an in-person gathering at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, Dec. 21. The service is also being streamed online at the Facebook page titled […]
LASA Thanks South Tacoma Eagles 2933
Submitted by Nancy Jennings/LASA. LASA would like to thank South Tacoma Eagles 2933, Aerie and Auxiliary for all of their support for our Christmas gift box this year. You truly are an example of “People Helping People!” With your support we were able to put smiles on many more families this Christmas. A huge thank […]
Light rail train testing along the Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension is scheduled nightly as early as Dec. 20, 21, 27 and 28.
Sound Transit announcement. Last week we discussed track alignment issues that, coupled with other project challenges, will push the opening of the Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension past March of 2023. Over the past week, Sound Transit brought in experts to look at the rail problem located at the curve on Stadium Way — approximately 160 […]
First Taste of Asia of 2023 – Featuring Vietnam, January 7
Asia Pacific Cultural Center announcement. Join us for our first Taste of Asia of 2023. This monthly culinary journey is perfect for the foodie in you. Experience traditional dishes presented by an amazing lineup of great chefs. Learn to make Vietnamese Egg Rolls (Cha’ Gio’) and Cassava with coconut milk ( Khoai Mi Nuoc Cot Dua) […]