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Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Military families near bases have turned to food pantries as the government shutdown continues — with troops facing delayed pay on Oct. 15. The Armed Services YMCA has recorded a 34% rise in assistance requests and is working to boost food supplies — aiming to support those in need.  FOX 13

SPORTS NEWS

  • FOX Den host Will Ortner, D-Jack and producer Austin Lane broke down how the Mariners tried to even their ALDS series in Detroit against the Tigers—while noting that the Seahawks lost 38—35 to the Buccaneers, dropping their record to 3—2; they questioned what the Seahawks might do to rebound against the Jaguars this weekend.  FOX 13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 10/9/25

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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.

    Fri, 10/10/25

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  • Rock with a Reason

    6:00-7:30 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $12.23 — Enjoy a high-energy all-ages concert fundraiser featuring West and support a great cause.

    Mon, 10/13/25

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  • Fall Festival of Choirs

    7:30-9 p.m. — Lagerquist Concert Hall — Tickets available online or at the door — Experience a harmonious evening featuring the Choir of the West and University ensembles.

    Tue, 10/14/25

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  • James McCann Comedy Show

    7-8:30 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian James McCann at a local favorite venue.

    Thu, 10/16/25

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  • Comedy Night with Mario Tory

    7-10 p.m. — Super Funny Comedy Club — 2 item minimum — Enjoy an evening of sharp wit and hilarious storytelling with rising comedy star Mario Tory.

    Fri, 10/17/25

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  • Oyster Shucking Workshop

    1-3 p.m. — Fort Nisqually Living History Museum — Registration required — Learn how to shuck oysters fresh from the Salish Sea in this hands-on workshop.

    Sat, 10/18/25

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  • Ben Bankas Stand-Up Comedy Show

    4-7 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor of popular comedian Ben Bankas in an exciting live show.

    Sun, 10/19/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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