TACOMA, Wash.—The Tropical Reef Aquarium at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium reopens this Friday, June 14. The aquarium, previously known as the South Pacific Aquarium, closed in 2021 for extensive restoration and repair of critical animal-care structures, habitats, and life support systems. The 15,000-square-foot aquarium is home to seven species of sharks, hundreds of vibrant fish, stingrays, […]
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Six penguin chicks hatched at Point Defiance Zoo
TACOMA, Wash.– Penguin Point is chick-central Six penguin chicks successfully hatched in late May at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and are being closely monitored by their parents, keepers, and veterinary staff. They hatched to parents: Four of the chicks are currently being reared by their parents. “One chick from Purple and White and one […]
Former Fresh Start Student Chelsea Talbert Named TCC 2024 Distinguished Alumnus
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 […]
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 […]