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Saturday, December 28th, 2024
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration in Tacoma will occur on January 20, 2025, featuring awards and a community outreach fair to foster unity and collaboration. City of Tacoma
- ➤ The Tacoma Arts Commission has awarded $148,000 in funding to 21 organizations for community arts projects in 2025, supporting a wide range of cultural and artistic outreach in Tacoma. City of Tacoma
- ➤ The City of Tacoma announces closures of administrative offices, recycling centers, and libraries on December 25 and January 1, with altered garbage collection schedules. City of Tacoma
- ➤ Tacoma's HEAL Team reports improvements in homelessness outreach, showing increased efficiency and connections to essential services. City of Tacoma
- ➤ The Tacoma Police Department's Community Service Officer Program has shown significant improvements in community safety and efficiency, responding to over 770 calls in the first six months. City of Tacoma
- ➤ The Hylebos Bridge in Tacoma has reopened for vehicular traffic, with inquiries directed to Project Supervisor Steve Carstens. City of Tacoma
- ➤ South Junett Street in Tacoma will be closed for maintenance from January 6th to 15th as part of the Residential Street Restoration Program. City of Tacoma
- ➤ The Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County is experiencing its largest capacity crisis in seven years, housing 264 dogs and calls on the community for help through adoption, fostering, and temporarily caring for lost pets. FOX 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City Council of Tacoma has unanimously passed an ordinance to implement tiered recycling tax deductions for solid waste businesses, enhancing the city's recycling efforts and contributing significantly to the General Fund. City of Tacoma
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tacoma City Council established a new Climate and Sustainability Commission to enhance community accountability and sustainability efforts, while continuing the mission of the former Sustainable Tacoma Commission. City of Tacoma
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Stand-up Comedy by Chris Franjola
Chris Franjola, a well-known comedian and writer, will perform a stand-up set at Tacoma Comedy Club with ticket options available.
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Pablo Francisco Comedy Show in Tacoma
Pablo Francisco brings his unique style of comedy, featuring an array of characters and impressions, to the Tacoma Comedy Club for an engaging performance.
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Heritage Skills Workshop: Butchering and Curing Techniques
This workshop at Fort Nisqually offers an intimate learning experience in traditional 19th-century butchering and curing methods, including hands-on opportunities.
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3 Track Mind Concert in Tacoma
Enjoy a live performance by 3 Track Mind at the Spanish Ballroom, featuring a general admission standing room setup for all ages.
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Monster Jam Live at Tacoma Dome
Monster Jam features thrilling monster truck performances with incredible stunts and action designed to entertain audiences of all ages.
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Tacoma Career Fair: Connect with Local and Fortune 500 Recruiters
This career fair offers opportunities to meet recruiters and HR managers from various industries, facilitating direct connections and job prospects for attendees.
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Tacoma RV Show - Friday at Tacoma Dome
The Tacoma RV Show offers attendees a chance to explore a variety of RVs and related products at the Tacoma Dome.
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Pacific Northwest Reptile and Exotic Animal Show
The Pacific Northwest Reptile and Exotic Animal Show features a wide range of reptiles and exotic animals, along with educational displays, making it a family-friendly event held in Puyallup at the Washington State Fairgrounds.
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D.C. Young Fly Concert in Tacoma
Experience a live performance by D.C. Young Fly at Nate Jackson's Super Funny Comedy Club in Tacoma.
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