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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Muckleshoot Tribe enhances local food security and nourishes community bonds by expanding their salmon distribution through sustainable fishing practices and partnerships with organizations.  KOMO News

CRIME NEWS

  • Lakewood Police Department has arrested Victor Moran, suspected of injuring a man and woman in a shooting at B&I shopping mall on January 17, and booked him on charges including first-degree assault and firearms possession.  KOMO News
  • Cameron James Taylor, a former U.S. Army soldier, has been sentenced to 87 months in prison for sexually assaulting a child at Washington's Joint Base Lewis-McChord.  KOMO News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium celebrated the birth of a rare and endangered Malayan tapir calf on February 2, 2025, marking a significant addition to the zoo's 120-year history.  KOMO News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Patti Jackson, with 35 years in law enforcement and a former candidate for Pierce County sheriff, has been appointed as Tacoma's interim police chief following Avery Moore's resignation.  KOMO News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Free Lunch & Learn for Creative Professionals in Tacoma, WA

    A networking event for creative professionals featuring panels, activities, and food for the first 200 registered attendees.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • All Star Challenge Return to Atlantis Tacoma Showdown 2025

    The All Star Challenge Return to Atlantis Tacoma Showdown 2025 is a competitive cheerleading event taking place in Tacoma, Washington, featuring various bid opportunities for participants.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Monica Nevi Comedy Show in Tacoma

    Local comedian Monica Nevi will perform at Tacoma Comedy Club, featuring a ticket price of $20/$25 with a two-item minimum purchase in the showroom.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • Monica Nevi Live at Tacoma Comedy Club

    Monica Nevi will perform live at the Tacoma Comedy Club in Tacoma, Washington.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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  • 90's Dance Flashback in Tacoma

    This event features a nostalgic dance party showcasing popular music videos from the 1990s on a giant screen at McMenamins Spanish Bar.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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  • Jess Hilarious Live in Tacoma

    Stand-up comedian Jess Hilarious, known for her sharp humor and television appearances, will perform live at the Tacoma Comedy Club.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • WSWA Folkstyle Wrestling in Tacoma

    The WSWA Folkstyle Wrestling event will be held at the Tacoma Dome, showcasing competitive wrestling in a vibrant setting.

    Sun, 2/23/25

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  • Ryan Long Live at Tacoma Comedy Club

    Ryan Long, a prominent NYC comedian known for his viral videos and podcast, will perform live at the Tacoma Comedy Club.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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  • Brent Lowrey Stand-Up Comedy Show

    Brent Lowrey, winner of the 2023 Seattle International Comedy Competition, will perform at the Tacoma Comedy Club with additional acts yet to be announced.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • T. Murph Live Performance at Super Funny Comedy Club

    T. Murph will perform live at Nate Jackson's Super Funny Comedy Club in Tacoma.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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~ Richard Feynman

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