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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A dash camera video recorded a 17-year-old narrowly avoiding a drive-by shooting near Ruston Point in Tacoma on Monday night when a car unexpectedly fired and left a large bullet hole in his vehicle while his father said the teen has since been too shaken to drive. FOX 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission will present the 2025 Historic Preservation Awards on May 22 from 6 — 7:30 p.m. at Urban Grace at 902 Market St. in Tacoma, where community members earn recognition for preserving local heritage—this free event welcomes all interested in maintaining Tacoma's historic character. City of Tacoma
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Tacoma’s Equity in Contracting Program and the state Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises will host the 'Certification 201' workshop on May 20 from 9—11 a.m. The event will be held in a hybrid format that encourages in-person attendance and urges participants to bring a laptop and the required financial documents for the application process. City of Tacoma
- ➤ The DOJ is investigating a new law that makes Washington clergy mandatory reporters of child abuse— the law took effect on May 6th. FOX 13
- ➤ Council Member Joe Bushnell will host a civic summit on Saturday, May 10 from noon to 2 p.m. at Baker Middle School (8001 South J St.) where District 5 residents will join local organizations to discuss ways to solve shared challenges. City of Tacoma
- ➤ On May 6, Tacoma’s Planning and Development Services Department won the Jurisdictional Outreach Award from the Washington Association of Building Officials for its Home in Tacoma program that helped the community learn about building codes and safety. New zoning rules to support affordable and safe housing went into effect on February 1. City of Tacoma
- ➤ The Public Works Department will close the intersection of South 12th Street and Union Avenue on May 10 for asphalt repairs from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Detours will be in place and work is weather dependent. City of Tacoma
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Tacoma Youth Symphony Concert
4:00-5:30 p.m. — Rialto Theater — Ticket info not provided — Experience classical favorites performed by talented young musicians from Tacoma.
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Tacoma Rainiers vs. Sacramento River Cats
1:35-5:35 p.m. — Cheney Stadium — Parking at additional cost — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of minor league baseball action.
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Titlow Park Loop Hike
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Titlow Park — $0.38 Ticket Service Fee — Enjoy a family-friendly loop hike and playground fun with stunning views of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
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Mini Trip for Adults 50+ to Emish Market
12:30-3:30 p.m. — STAR Center — $15 — Explore fresh Ukrainian food in this mini trip to Emish Market.
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TNC Stewardship Work Party
9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Tacoma Nature Center — Free entry — Help care for the trails and grounds through engaging volunteer service.
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Rainier Dragon Boat Festival 2025
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Thea's Park — Registration fees apply — Experience thrilling dragon boat races at this premier Pacific Northwest event.
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Tacoma Youth Symphony Concert
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Rialto Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the power of new beginnings through the magic of symphonic music.
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