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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Michael Bennett, Doug Baldwin — and Cliff Avril will host the Champions of Change Celebrity Pickleball Tournament on June 28. FOX 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Southern resident killer whales in the Salish Sea were seen using bull kelp as a grooming tool that may boost social bonds and improve skin health—researchers documented the behavior in drone footage on June 25. FOX 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pierce County officials used an underwater drone yesterday to investigate crime scenes and perform search-and-rescue missions—keeping divers safe by avoiding water entry. FOX 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FOX 13 Sports Director Aaron Levine joined the show on June 25th to break down Cal Raleigh's historic run in the American League MVP race against Aaron Judge and to rate the Mariners' 4.5 game gap behind the Astros — the panel recapped the Sounders' Club World Cup experience — and discussed how the team will perform in league play this weekend while noting Seattle's reaction to the Thunder's NBA Finals win. FOX 13
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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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TNC Stewardship Work Party
9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Tacoma Nature Center — Free entry — Help maintain the park through engaging volunteer activities ideal for all ages.
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David Lucas Stand-Up Comedy Show
7 PM — Tacoma Comedy Club — Tickets from $27 — Enjoy a night of sharp wit and laughter with rising comic star David Lucas.
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Jay Jurden Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Check for ticket deals — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Jay Jurden.
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Reggae On The Way
12-8 p.m. — Reggae On The Way — Featured artists from local and international scenes — Celebrate reggae music with top performers in a vibrant atmosphere.
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February Winter Workshops at EOC
2-4 p.m. — The Evergreen State College Tacoma — Free entry — Enhance educational and career prospects through engaging workshops on GED, financial aid, and more.
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Zara Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $0 to $23.64 — Enjoy an evening with Zara and supporting acts in an all-ages setting.
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