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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tacoma police are investigating a shooting outside Lincoln High School that took place Tuesday afternoon (it is not known if the school is on lockdown) as officers work to determine the circumstances. FOX 13
- ➤ Tacoma dad Jayda Everett defended the man who sheltered his 2-year-old daughter during an Amber Alert — saying the man tried to help despite being arrested on an outstanding warrant — and confirmed that his daughter was safe. FOX 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Washington State Transportation Commission will hold a meeting from 9:30 a.m. to 10:10 a.m. to set toll rates from $1.20 to $2.40 on the new SR 509 and SR 167 expressways—drivers will pay the maximum only when going north in the morning or south in the afternoon. SR 509 will run from S 188th St in Burien to I-5 near SeaTac while SR 167 will extend from N Meridian Ave in Puyallup to I-5 in Fife to improve access to the airport and freight routes. KOMO News
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TNC Stewardship Work Party
9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Tacoma Nature Center — Free entry — Help maintain the park by participating in a volunteer work party focused on caring for the nature center grounds.
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E30 Picnic in Tacoma
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — LeMay Collections at Marymount — Registration required — Celebrate E30 cars with fellow enthusiasts in an inviting picnic setting.
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Counselors in Training Program Part 1
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. — Hunt Middle School — Registration required — Gain essential skills and hands-on experience in leadership as a future camp counselor.
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Paint The Barn Pink
6-8 p.m. — E9 Brewing Co. & Taproom — Supplies included — Paint a stunning creation with step-by-step guidance while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
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February Winter Workshops at EOC
2-4 p.m. — The Evergreen State College Tacoma — Free entry — Engage in workshops on GED completions, financial aid, and career assessment.
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Happy Hour Business Expo
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Foss Waterway Seaport — Networking opportunity — Experience high-energy business showcases with stunning waterfront views.
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Tacoma History Tour: Discover the City of Destiny
Immersive walking tour — 00:00 — Chihuly Bridge of Glass — $ — Explore Tacoma's hidden history with a seasoned guide.
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Tacoma Highland Games Dance Competition
9 AM – 9 PM — Frontier Park — $100 cap per family — Celebrate Scottish culture with competitive dancing and festive entertainment at the Tacoma Highland Games.
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Patrick Warburton Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — GA $30 / VIP $55-$65 — Enjoy a night of laughter with beloved TV actor Patrick Warburton as he brings his stand-up comedy to Tacoma.
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Haley Johnsen Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $12.23 to $23.64 — Enjoy an evening of music featuring Haley Johnsen and Ainsley Costello.
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