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Tacoma
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tacoma Venues & Events is hosting a free virtual workshop titled 'Maximizing Reach: How to Get People to Your Event' on Monday, October 20 at 11am on Zoom—local marketing and PR experts will share practical strategies to help event organizers boost community attendance. City of Tacoma
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wild Waves Fright Fest returns with its Chamber of Souls haunted house—recommended for ages 13 and up—and will use 20 scare actors to create an adult-themed attraction inspired by The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. FOX 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, hundreds of nurses at St. Michael Medical Center in Silverdale picketed outside to demand better staffing + security and higher pay during ongoing contract talks with CommonSpirit. They said improved safety measures and more staff are needed to address understaffing and safety concerns following recent incidents in the region. KOMO News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alaska Airlines will add an extra flight Monday morning from Seattle to Detroit for Mariners fans to support their team at an away game—passengers will ride on a Mariners-themed aircraft that features a DJ and a visit by the Mariner Moose honoring Hall of Famer Dave Niehaus. KOMO News
- ➤ On October 1 the Mariners held a scrimmage to prepare for the playoffs. Manager Dan Wilson said the sold-out 5,000-seat venue—where fans paid $10 for tickets—gave players extra practice and a taste of the excitement ahead of Game 1 of the ALDS on Saturday. KOMO News
- ➤ Ethan & D Jack reviewed the Mariners’ season as they prepared for the ALDS while handing out awards for the biggest surprise and moment of the year and previewed the Seahawks’ upcoming game against the Bucs with updated player picks and standings. FOX 13
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Drew Lynch Live Stand-Up
7-8:30 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Tickets $37/$52 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Drew Lynch, known for his charming performances and unique perspective.
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Kaleo Wassman Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Airport Tavern Music Hall — Tickets from $112 — Enjoy an unforgettable performance by Kaleo Wassman in Tacoma.
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GenX Takeover Comedy Tour
8-11 p.m. — Emerald Queen Casino and Hotel — Cost may vary — Experience a night of laughter with GenX Takeover Comedy.
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Rehab Concert
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Airport Tavern Music Hall — Tickets starting at $104 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by Rehab in Tacoma.
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