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Tacoma
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mount Rainier experienced a swarm of more than 1,350 small earthquakes this summer and USGS scientists said the shaking came from heated water underground rather than rising magma—gas tests over summit vents showed water vapor and carbon dioxide with no sulfur gases. FOX 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, August 19, Tacoma City Council adopted Resolution 41740 that allocated $15,000 from the Council Contingency Fund to fund the documentary Grit of Destiny: City of Tacoma—designed to show the city's cultures, histories and dreams. Council Member Sandesh Sadalge and co-sponsors said the film will attract film makers and promote Tacoma as a creative hub. City of Tacoma
- ➤ Pierce Transit held a summit yesterday where county officials outlined plans to add bus routes and launch an open payment system by early 2026 to handle the surge in ridership expected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The agency will also boost service to the new light rail expansion and submit a state funding plan by Dec. 1—steps designed to ease traffic and support the local economy. KOMO News
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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.
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STEAM Night at Wheelock Library
4:00–5:30 p.m. — Tacoma Public Library Wheelock Branch — Free for all — Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts through playful activities for the whole family.
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Chris Porter Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Tickets from $22 to $35 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Chris Porter, a comedy favorite known for his relatable humor.
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Eldridge Gravy & The Court Supreme Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — Check event page for ticket info — Dance to the electrifying funk of Eldridge Gravy & The Court Supreme, a vibrant 12-piece band.
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Chris Porter Live Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Tickets range from $27-$35 — Enjoy laughs with Chris Porter, known for his relatable humor and comedy specials.
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Lokahi Tacoma Music & Arts Festival
2-3:30 p.m. — Airport Tavern Music Hall — Tickets on sale now — Experience the vibrant celebration of Polynesian music, culture, and community.
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Tacoma Rainiers vs Reno Aces Baseball Game
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Cheney Stadium — Kids 3 & under free — Watch the Tacoma Rainiers take on the Reno Aces in a thrilling baseball showdown.
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Graphic Design Certificate Program
7 AM – 1 PM — SURGEtacoma — Cost varies — Enhance your design skills with a hands-on graphic design certificate course in Tacoma.
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Dave Smith Live Comedy Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Dave Smith and MC Jon Hodge.
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Dave Smith Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 PM — Tacoma Comedy Club — Tickets vary — Enjoy the witty humor of comedian Dave Smith alongside MC Jon Hodge.
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