Chelsea Talbert, a strategist and organizer in Tacoma, graduated from TCC in 2012 and transferred to the University of Hawaii, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 2015. A fourth-generation Tacoma resident, Talbert attended School of the Arts but found that traditional high school didn’t work for her. Instead, she enrolled in […]
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Why not? No, Really . . . Why not?
Monica, was bereft and on the verge of crying. She had just visited a number of restaurants and bars. She was hoping to see her art sharing the walls with and a stack of money from art sales. She had just turned 21 on Thursday and no one at work had noticed. She called in […]
APCC’s 27th Annual Polynesian LUAU Fundraiser. Tickets available.
Saturday, August 31, 2024 • 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM4851 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409 TICKETS: Please call 253-383-3900 or CLICK HERE to purchase online. Aloha, Tacoma! Asia Pacific Cultural Center is rolling out the grass mats and lighting the tiki torches for the 27th Annual Polynesian Luau! Mark your calendars because this year’s luau is set […]
Applications for District 4 City Council Position Due June 24
TACOMA, Wash. – The City Clerk’s Office is seeking applications for the District 4 City Council position, expiring on December 31, 2025. Applicants must be qualified electors registered or eligible to register to vote, Tacoma residents for at least two years prior to filing, and District 4 residents for at least one year prior to […]
Plan for overnight lane closures on northbound I-5 in Tacoma
TACOMA – People who use northbound Interstate 5 through South Tacoma overnight will want to plan extra travel time. 10 p.m. Thursday, June 13, until 4 a.m. Friday, June 14: The closure will allow Washington State Department of Transportation crews to make repairs to the driving surface of the roadway. Whenever near work zones please: […]
Local Humane Society Waives Adoption Fees as Shelter Exceeds Capacity Limit
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. In response to exceeding kennel capacity, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is waiving adoption fees for adult dogs, adult cats, and all critters from June 12-16. The shelter is currently caring for nearly 200 animals in its facility plus an additional 347 in […]
Students painting murals on storm drains at Point Defiance Marina to educate public on pollution
TACOMA, WA: High school students are painting colorful murals on six storm drains around Point Defiance Marina aimed at educating the public on the impacts of stormwater pollution. The project promotes the city’s award-winning campaign “If it hits the ground, it hits the Sound.” An animal life painting class at the Science and Math Institute (SAMi) took it […]
The Relationship Between Local Theatres, photos, and Reviewers
Peggy and I enjoy writing reviews of local plays and performances, as well as personally enjoying live theatre. We really enjoyed it when my cousin Lavinia Moyer Hart was living in Pierce County again. Lindy and I grew up almost as sister and brother, our mothers being identical twins. She has a great history with […]
Join us for an evening with renowned Artist Kim Bong Jun
Saturday • June 22, 2024 • FREE4:00 pm – 7:00 pm @ APCC – 3513 E. Portland Avenue, TacomaPlease call 253-383-3900 or register online at https://bit.ly/apccartistkimbongjunLight refreshments will be served. Join us for an inspiring evening with Kim Bong Jun, a celebrated Korean artist whose work spans over 40 years of sculpture, painting, storytelling, and cultural […]