Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
Good morning, Tacoma.
Former Army sergeant Zuleika Witron fell into the Carbon River near the Fairfax Bridge Sunday at 11:45 a.m. while walking with her girlfriend and dog, and local search teams now focus on recovery as the river's fast current and sharp rocks make rescue dangerous.
A man was hospitalized yesterday after being shot in Spanaway in an incident involving a Pierce County Sheriff's deputy—officials said he is now receiving treatment.
The suspect in a deadly overpass crash on State Route 599—where he launched his car onto I-5 and killed his passenger—was scheduled to enter his plea Monday.
Lewelyn Dixon, a University of Washington lab tech holding a green card, was detained by ICE in Tacoma on March 24th—her case sparked a political battle from Seattle to Honolulu over immigration policies.
Tacoma's Street Operations Division will begin pre-chip seal maintenance on Browns Point Boulevard on March 31 to fix pavement damage before a planned chip seal project this summer.
The repairs will cause temporary traffic impacts—such as no parking restrictions and road closures—and detour routes will be clearly marked for emergency and local vehicles.
Point Defiance Garden Club Work Party
10 AM – 12 PM — Point Defiance Lodge — Free — Engage in outdoor volunteer work while promoting community gardening and love for nature.
John Roy Comedy Show
7:30 p.m. — Tacoma, WA — Tickets starting at varied prices — Experience a memorable night of laughter with John Roy's unique comedy style.
John Roy Live Performance
12:30-10:00 p.m. — Tacoma, WA — Ticket donations will support a cause of your choice — Enjoy a night of entertainment while giving back.
Tacoma Rainiers vs. Round Rock Express
1:00 – 3:05 p.m. — Cheney Stadium — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of Minor League Baseball with a thrilling matchup.
Beginner Acting Class for Ages 50+
1-2:30 p.m. — Eastside Community Center — $36 per person — Explore acting techniques and boost confidence while making new friends.
February Winter Workshops at EOC
2-4 p.m. — The Evergreen State College Tacoma — Free entry — Discover valuable resources for GED completions, financial aid, and more at this informative workshop series.
TNC Stewardship Work Party
9 AM – 12 PM — Tacoma Nature Center — Free entry — Get your hands dirty helping to maintain trails and gardens at the beautiful Tacoma Nature Center.
Monster Jam at Lumen Field
10 AM – 1 PM — Lumen Field — Tickets required — Experience an adrenaline-charged motorsports extravaganza with 12,000-pound monster trucks racing and performing stunts.
Heritage Skills Spring Break Camp
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. — Fort Nisqually Living History Museum — $234 for members, $260 for non-members — Engage in hands-on training to learn valuable skills during spring break.
Heritage Skills Spring Break Camp
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. — Fort Nisqually Living History Museum — $58.50 for members, $65 for non-members — Dive into hands-on heritage skills training during your spring break.
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