Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
Good morning, Tacoma.
Teekah Lewis’ family returned to the former Tacoma bowling alley where the toddler was abducted 26 years ago to host a toy drive in her honor.
A strong storm system is expected to bring more flooding, downed trees, and power outages to Western Washington early next week as utility crews remain in the field to assess damage; local agencies urge residents to use county apps to monitor updates (sandbag services are available in selected areas).
Sound Transit's eight-mile light rail extension opened yesterday in Federal Way after a two-year delay from unstable soil issues.
Trains now run every eight minutes at peak hours, connecting Federal Way to Seattle and the airport (plans are underway for a Tacoma-Dome extension).
A new consumer safety report shows that counterfeit toys and smart toys using AI may present hidden dangers such as toxic chemicals and inappropriate conversations with children.
The report urges Tacoma parents to buy only from trusted sellers and to check for recalls (per CPSC guidelines).
Drew Dunn Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Super Funny Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious night with Drew Dunn bringing the laughs to Tacoma.
Swiftified - Happy Birthday Taylor Show!
12-3 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $26.88 — Celebrate Taylor Swift's birthday with a tribute concert featuring her greatest hits.
Sunday Open Skating at Tacoma Armory
1-6 p.m. — Tacoma Armory — $11.50 — Roll and groove with friends or family on the largest flat floor in the PNW.
Forklift Trainer Certification Course
7 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Smith-Western Co, Tacoma, WA — $1,295 — Gain confidence to train forklift operators with comprehensive materials and hands-on experience.
Whose Mic - Improv Comedy Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Super Funny Comedy Club — 2 item minimum — Experience unpredictable hilarity inspired by Whose Line Is It Anyway? with quick-thinking comedians.
TNC Stewardship Work Party
9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Tacoma Nature Center — Free entry — Get your hands dirty while helping to maintain the beautiful trails and gardens of Tacoma Nature Center.
90s vs 2000s Christmas Ball
8 PM – 12 AM — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $24.79 — Dance the night away to nostalgic hits from the 90s and 2000s in a festive Christmas setting.
Steely Dead Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $33.16 — Experience the fusion of classic tracks and improvisation with this unique musical collaboration.
Stand-Up Comedy by Jay Chandrasekhar
7-10 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with acclaimed director and comedian Jay Chandrasekhar.
Sunday Open Skating
1-6 p.m. — Tacoma Armory — $11.50 — Lace up your skates and enjoy an all-ages roller skating experience filled with music and fun.
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