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Friday, October 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Over a million participants will practice earthquake safety measures during the Great Washington ShakeOut drill on October 17, featuring widespread testing of emergency alert systems and no testing of the Emergency Alert System on radio and TV.  FOX 13

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Search and rescue crews are actively searching for two missing Navy crew members near Mount Rainier after their jet's wreckage was found.  FOX 13

CRIME NEWS

  • A Pierce County man has pled not guilty to kidnapping a 13-year-old girl from Michigan, amid defense arguments of the child's willing departure and a debated bond reduction.  FOX 13

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Pierce County residents will vote for a new sheriff between Patti Jackson, with 35 years at the PCSD, and Keith Swank, a former Seattle Police Department officer and U.S. Army veteran.  KOMO News

EVENTS

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  • Zoo Boo: A Spook-tacular Family Event

    Experience Halloween fun with costumes, candy, animal-themed games, and special activities at the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Griffin House Live Performance

    Experience an evening of captivating music with Griffin House at the Spanish Ballroom in Tacoma.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • Play to Learn at Bryant Neighborhood Center

    Experience a fun and engaging program where children and adults come together to play, sing, and participate in interactive activities tailored for young children.

    Mon, 10/21/24

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  • Point Defiance Garden Club Work Party

    Experience a community-driven work party to enhance the gardens at Point Defiance Park by cleaning out landscape beds and removing weeds.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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  • 42nd Annual Tacoma Holiday Festival

    Experience a vibrant holiday celebration featuring diverse vendors, delicious food, and a joyful atmosphere for the whole family.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Play to Learn at the Asia Pacific Cultural Center

    Experience a free and engaging program for young children and their families, featuring thematic play, group activities, and circle time.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Halloween Harvest Festival at Les Gove Park

    Experience a delightful afternoon of games, crafts, and Trunk-or-Treat for families at Les Gove Park, supporting the Auburn Food Bank.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Tacoma Holiday Festival - Good Any Day Pass

    Experience holiday cheer with unique shopping, gourmet food, and festive activities at the Tacoma Holiday Festival.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • The Lobby: Connection and Collaboration for Church Leaders

    Experience a unique gathering designed for church leaders to foster dialogue and collaboration on challenges, opportunities, and innovative ideas.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • Play to Learn Program for Families

    Experience a free and engaging program where children six and under, along with their parents, grandparents, and friends, can enjoy playtime and group activities together.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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