Downtown On the Go press release. Tacoma – Join Downtown On the Go (DOTG) and 2nd Cycle for the free Hilltop Family Bike Day on Saturday, August 6 from 11am-2pm! Enjoy a fun, youth-friendly bike obstacle course, a four (4) mile family-friendly bike ride through the neighborhood at noon, and ice cream provided by Hilltop Action Coalition. Whether you’re an […]
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Reunion Time for Lincoln High Class of 1960
Submitted by CR Colleran. The Lincoln High School class of 1960, having been unable to gather in 2020 for their 60th reunion, will do so on August 20 for lunch at Tower Lane Entertainment Center on 6th Ave. Members of the class must reserve their spot ahead with a $25 per person check. Phone Carol Strobel Colleran for […]
Talks with the Chief: Public engagement
Tacoma Police Department video. Chief Moore answers the question, “why is public engagement important to you?”
Tacoma Link closed August 1 to September 16 for construction
Sound Transit press release. In order for construction crews to connect the existing Tacoma Link line to the Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension, the T Line will be shut down August 1 to September 16 at the intersection of 9th Avenue and Commerce Street. Crews will be connecting rails, systems and power, with round-the-clock and nighttime […]
Lend a hand(print) to BLM mural July 30
Submitted by Tacoma Art Museum. UPDATE: Event moved to August 6, 1-5 pm. Public painting day has arrived for the Black Lives Matter mural in downtown Tacoma. Community members are invited to add their handprints on Saturday, July 30. Volunteers will guide participants in handprint painting from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., weather permitting. The event is […]
Local Shelter Partners with Best Friends for National Adoption Weekend
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. In light of the current crisis in animal shelters, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County and Best Friends Animal Society have joined together for an event created to encourage more people to adopt a pet from July 22-24. “We have many adoptable dogs, cats, […]
Informational Meeting Scheduled About Potential Moratorium on Heavy Industrial Uses and Storage of Hazardous Materials
City of Tacoma press release. The City of Tacoma Planning and Development Services Department has scheduled a public information meeting at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 27 on ZOOM to provide information about a potential Moratorium on Heavy Industrial Uses and Storage of Hazardous Materials within the South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District. Meeting details are available […]
Accident on Marine View Dr, Taylor Way Thursday afternoon
Tacoma Fire social media post. Firefighters are on scene of a multiple vehicle collision on Marine View Dr & Taylor Way. Crew are assessing for injuries. An alternate route is advised.
Applicants Sought for Citizen Commission on Elected Salaries
City of Tacoma press release. TACOMA, Wash. — The City of Tacoma is looking for applicants with a background working in human resources management to fill a position on the Citizen Commission on Elected Salaries. This position is appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. The Citizen Commission on Elected Salaries determines […]