Monday, May 19th, 2025
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington observes Volcano Awareness Month in May to mark 45 years since Mount St. Helens erupted—an event that continues to shape how locals understand our natural history. FOX 13
- ➤ Mount St. Helens erupted 45 years ago — the deadly event killed dozens and caused over a billion dollars in damage. FOX 13
- ➤ Yesterday marked the 45th anniversary of Mount St. Helens' eruption, and scientists said they added new monitoring devices and updated the eruption response plan to watch volcanoes like Mt. Adams and Mount Rainier more closely—though no eruption is expected now. These measures aim to catch early signs of activity and help guide future actions if needed. FOX 13
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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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Blippi Live at Pantages Theater
2-3:30 p.m. — Pantages Theater — $55+ — Enjoy a vibrant live show perfect for young fans of Blippi.
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