Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. Tacoma, Seattle, and Yakima Humane Societies worked together to return a lost dog to its family over 150 miles away. On September 25, Teddy Bear, a 5-year-old German shepherd dog was found by hikers in the Wenatchee National Forest and was brought to the Humane Society […]
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New downtown Tacoma cafe has breakfast all day (and it will be familiar)
3uilt Tacoma has expanded to a second restaurant in downtown Tacoma. And this one specializes in breakfast. The original location of the Tacoma-based restaurant carries a dizzying selection of raw oysters on the half shell, serves charcuterie plates that double as art and is located inside one of the coolest spaces in downtown Tacoma – 7 […]
Light Up Your Ride – Oct. 28 free event at The Patio at Alma Mater
A press release from Downtown On the Go. TACOMA, WASH. – The air is crisp, and the sky is grey – that means that Light Up Your Ride is right around the corner! Nov. 7 marks the end of daylight-saving time, which means shorter days and darker commutes by bike. But that doesn’t have to mean less bike […]
Construction brings daytime lane closure on local streets in Tacoma, Fife
A press release from Washington State Department of Transportation. TACOMA – During the week of Oct. 11, travelers who use East Bay Street under Interstate 5 in Tacoma and 20th Street Drive East in Fife will need to plan for additional travel time to help prevent delays. Monday, Oct. 11 through Friday, Oct. 15 each […]
Community Partnership Expands Radiologic Technologist Program
A press release from Tacoma Community College. Tacoma Community College (TCC), MultiCare Health System and the TRA Medical Imaging Foundation have formed a partnership to provide funding for a two-year pilot program to increase capacity and opportunity for TCC’s radiology program. The new pilot program expands the maximum student capacity to 40 from 24 by adding an evening cohort, and works […]
On-Demand rides from Pierce Transit
An announcement from Pierce Transit. Did you know Pierce Transit offers on-demand public transportation to three popular areas in Pierce County, that are not currently accessible by bus? Workers in the Port of Tacoma, JBLM or Point Ruston can now request a ride via the Goin App for a flat rate of $2. Learn more about this new service on […]
Applicants Sought for the Tacoma Arts Commission
A press release from City of Tacoma. The Tacoma City Council is seeking applicants to fill the following four positions on the Tacoma Arts Commission: At-Large Position 8 – Persons representative of acknowledged accomplishment or persons working outside of professional practice in the arts but who demonstrate a deep interest in and appreciation of cultural […]
String Quartet for Classical Tuesdays in Old Town
Classical Tuesdays in Old Town will play Tuesday, October 12 at 7:00pm at Slavonian Hall, Old Town Tacoma! (Concert will be recorded and uploaded to YouTube and Facebook for virtual viewing at a later date). An evening of string quartets performed by Maria Sampen and Svend Ronning, violins; Tim Christie, viola; and Alistair MacRae, cello. See the Classical Tuesdays website for more. […]
Open house for South Tacoma and Lakewood Station access projects now online
A press release from Sound Transit. Sound Transit is seeking public feedback on ideas for improving the experience of getting to and from Sounder trains and regional buses at South Tacoma and Lakewood stations. This includes investments in safer walking, rolling and bicycling connections between stations and their surrounding neighborhoods; improved wayfinding and signage; additional […]