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Tacoma
Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Miguel Angel Urbano-Vazquez, wanted for his alleged involvement in a 2002 murder of a Tacoma mother and rapes of three others, was extradited from Mexico—he will face trial in Pierce County. KOMO News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mount Rainier National Park officials have introduced a limited timed-entry reservation system to help manage a nearly 40% rise in visitors over the past decade. The plan will require reservations to enter the Sunrise Corridor from the northeast between July 11 and Sept 1 — with additional restrictions on weekends and holidays in Sept and Oct. FOX 13
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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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February Winter Workshops by the EOC
2-4 p.m. — The Evergreen State College Tacoma — Free entry — Engage with informative workshops on GED completions, financial aid, and career assessments.
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Hiking for 50+ at Federation Forest
11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. — STAR Center — $20 per person — Enjoy a guided hike in the beautiful Pacific Northwest tailored for those aged 50 and above.
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Hans Kim Concert in Tacoma
9:45 PM - 1:45 AM — Tacoma Comedy Club — Last-minute tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Hans Kim in a vibrant venue.
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DeRay Davis Live Show
7 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with comedian DeRay Davis as he showcases his comedic talent.
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Steve Hofstetter Live Comedy Show
7 PM — Tacoma Comedy Club — GA $25 / Premium $50 / VIP $150 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Steve Hofstetter, featuring various ticket options for a memorable experience.
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Tacoma Rainiers vs. Salt Lake Bees
6 p.m. — Tacoma Rainiers Baseball Club — $7.50 general admission — Enjoy a thrilling evening of minor league baseball action with family fun at the ballpark.
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February Winter Workshops at EOC
2-4 p.m. — The Evergreen State College Tacoma — Free — Participate in informative sessions on GED completions and financial aid opportunities.
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Amos Gill Concert in Tacoma
7-10 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — $9.21 — Enjoy a night of humor with Amos Gill at the Tacoma Comedy Club.
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Music of Queen - A Rock Symphony
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Pantages Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Queen’s iconic hits performed by Symphony Tacoma and a full rock band.
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