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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Alaska Airlines announced that it will launch nonstop flights from Seattle to London and summer nonstop flights to Reykjavik next spring. The expansion will add the fourth and fifth international routes from SeaTac International Airport (the carrier aims to have at least 12 such routes by 2030).  FOX 13

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Governor Bob Ferguson joined the call for help for Jonathan Hoang, a 21-year-old (with a developmental disability) who disappeared on March 30 by sharing his missing poster on August 5th. He urged the community to look for any signs of Hoang in local areas.  FOX 13

SPORTS NEWS

  • A local IRONMAN 70.3 athlete will race in the Tri-Cities on Sept. 21 to honor his daughter—he discussed his tribute on Studio 13 Live.  FOX 13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Vicci Martinez Band Reunion Shows

    7:30 PM — The Triple Door — $25 General // $30 Premium — Enjoy two nights of Vicci Martinez's unique performances in an intimate setting.

    Fri, 8/8/25

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  • NE Tacoma Summer Bash & Car Show

    2-5 p.m. — Center at Norpoint — Free entry — Enjoy outdoor fun with activities, food trucks, and a Minecraft movie at dusk.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • February Winter Workshops at EOC

    2-4 p.m. — The Evergreen State College Tacoma — Free entry — Participate in free workshops on GED completions and financial aid resources for education.

    Wed, 8/13/25

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  • Venardos Circus

    7-8:30 p.m. — Point Defiance Park — $31.76 Adults, $19.26 Kids — Experience a Broadway-style circus with world-class acts and classic treats in a charming red-and-white tent.

    Thu, 8/14/25

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  • TNC Stewardship Work Party

    9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Tacoma Nature Center — Free entry — Contribute to the upkeep of the trails and grounds at the beautiful Tacoma Nature Center.

    Fri, 8/15/25

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  • Godfrey Live at Tacoma Comedy Club

    7:00 – 8:30 PM — Tacoma Comedy Club — Tickets from $27 — Experience the energetic and unpredictable stand-up of world-renowned comedian Godfrey.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange

    2:30-4:30 p.m. — 7 Seas Brewery and Taproom — Free entry — Exchange puzzles while enjoying a fun atmosphere with fellow puzzle enthusiasts.

    Sun, 8/17/25

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  • Venardos Circus

    7-8:30 p.m. — Point Defiance Park — $31.76/Adults, $19.26/Kids — Enjoy a Broadway-style circus experience featuring aerialists, acrobats, and more in a classic red-and-white striped tent.

    Wed, 8/20/25

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  • 2025 Grit City Gala

    6:00-9:00 p.m. — Broadway Farmers Market — Ticket includes a multi-course dinner and drinks — Experience a night of local cuisine and community connection.

    Thu, 8/21/25

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  • Cat Ce Comedy Show

    4:00-5:30 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — $30/$40 — Experience a night of laughter featuring local comics and the talented Cat Ce.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Don't mistake motion for progress.

~ Alfred Montapert

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