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Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Tacoma is accepting nominations until March 14, 2025, for the 39th Annual City of Destiny Awards to honor distinguished volunteers. City of Tacoma
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was arrested in Pierce County for allegedly kissing a woman forcefully and making unwanted advances in a Walmart parking lot, with charges including fourth-degree assault. KIRO 7
- ➤ Tacoma Police Department is investigating a homicide where a man was found with critical injuries and pronounced dead, leading to the arrest of a suspect. KOMO News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tacoma nominates Cassidy Maruska for the AWC Scholarship, recognizing her leadership and community commitment. City of Tacoma
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tanja Carter has been confirmed as the new Community & Economic Development Department Director of Tacoma, bringing a diverse global perspective and extensive experience in economic development. City of Tacoma
- ➤ Washington state lawmakers propose House Bill 1334 to triple the property tax cap, challenging a voter initiative from 2001, to increase funding for local services. KIRO 7
- ➤ The City of Tacoma will close administrative offices for Presidents Day on February 17, but garbage collection and the Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center will operate as usual. City of Tacoma
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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.
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Monica Nevi Live at Tacoma Comedy Club
Monica Nevi will perform live at the Tacoma Comedy Club in Tacoma, Washington.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Simon & Garfunkel Story - Live Performance
This event features a live presentation telling the story of the iconic music duo Simon & Garfunkel, held at the Pantages Theater in Tacoma.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Erica Rhodes
Erica Rhodes, a seasoned stand-up comedian known for her appearances on popular TV shows, performs live at the Tacoma Comedy Club, featuring her unique comedic voice.
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