Standing up for yourself is a combination of knowing when to fight and when to back off. I love to tell stories of when my parents owned a motel in Ponders Corner and I stood up to stare others down. I don’t like telling the story of standing up for myself, but it comes with […]
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Jeremy Mandery Joins TAPCO Credit Union as Chief Lending Officer
Submitted by TAPCO Credit Union. TACOMA – TAPCO Credit Union is proud to announce that Jeremy Mandery has joined the organization as the new Chief Lending Officer (CLO). Jeremy brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the lending space, with a proven track record of success in leadership roles. Most recently, Jeremy served as […]
City of Tacoma Joins Forests in Cities Network to Promote Health and Sustainability of Tacoma’s Natural Areas
TACOMA, Wash. – The City of Tacoma is proud to announce its membership in the Forests in Cities network, an initiative of the Natural Areas Conservancy. This partnership aims to promote the health and sustainability of Tacoma’s natural areas through science, partnerships, and communication. The Forests in Cities network brings together representatives from 21 cities across the […]
Inspection complete on westbound SR 16 Tacoma Narrows Bridge
TACOMA – Work on the westbound State Route 16 Tacoma Narrows Bridge has wrapped up a day early. The Washington State Department of Transportation Bridge Preservation Office completed an in-depth inspection of the bridge Wednesday, Sept. 25. Daytime lane closures planned Thursday, Sept. 26, are cancelled. Maintenance crews made several repairs identified in the routine […]
Sister Act The Musical
When the Tacoma Musical Theatre opened it’s fall release with “Sister Act” we had no idea what we were going to see. After a great opening Deloris Van Cartier (Cammie Smith) has just opened up her Christmas present from her boyfriend and is not happy. Friend Tina on the left (Annika Peterson) and Michelle (Allison […]
Wrap Up September with Free Family Fun
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Bringing Awareness to Sea Otters
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is home to three endangered sea otters in the Rocky Shores habitat. Every year, Sea Otter Awareness Week takes place during the last full week of September to celebrate and inspire deeper awareness of these marine mammals. Now protected, sea otters are still at significant risk from oil spills, parasites that reach […]
It’s Greek to Me
When Peg and I stop in for a great meal at It’s Greek to Me, we make sure to order enough for the two of us and any other friends we might have join us. The authentic Greek cuisine has been a great place to share family and friends birthday parties from young ages to […]
Two Positions Available on the Board of Building Appeals
TACOMA, Wash. – There are two positions available on the Board of Building Appeals, a quasi-judicial board comprised of seven members who are recommended by the Infrastructure, Planning, and Sustainability Committee and appointed by the City Council. Board of Building Appeals members are responsible for: Applicants should have knowledge and/or experience in design and/or construction related […]