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Guest Editorial: The importance of the Safe Schools Improvement Act
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) youth are among the most vulnerable to bullying and harassment, both in and out of schools. The Gay Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN)...
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The Things We LIke
THE GRINCHThe Grand Cinema and Click! Cable TV presents another free family movie on Dec. 21, the Jim Carrey laugh-fest “How the Grinch Christmas” (PG). Doors open at 9:30 a.m., film at 10. Arrive...
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Arts & Entertainment: Hold on, we’re going to the Dome: My night with Drake
On Dec. 4, hip-hop artist Drake, in support of his third studio LP "Nothing Was The Same," brought his world tour, titled "Would You Like a Tour," to the Tacoma Dome. Being the hip, privileged, smug,...
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Man charged in assassination of Eastside gang leader
Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist has charged Naitaalii Toleafoa, 18, with Murder in the First Degree, Assault in the First Degree and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the First Degree. The...
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Nightlife
Friday, Dec. 13JAZZBONES: The Fat Tones (blues) 8 p.m., $7BOB'S JAVA JIVE: Criminal Dawn, Widow's Scourge, Feisty Felines (“pirate karaoke”) 9 p.m., NCGREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Harmonious Funk (dance) 9...
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Typhoon Haiyan benefit scheduled for Thursday at the Swiss
On Thursday, Dec. 12, the Swiss Pub will hold a musical benefit for victims of Typhoon Haiyan, which ravaged the Philippines a month ago. Organizers are suggesting a $10 donation, with proceeds being...
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County’s budget contains funding for new station
Pierce County’s budget passed late last month and outlines how the county’s $271 million General Fund budget will be spent. That $271 million is some $5 million less than the current budget, though the...
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City News
CITY ISSUES REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR HILLTOP SITEIn keeping with a vision contemplated by both the City of Tacoma and the Washington State Department of Commerce for the continued revitalization of...
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Stupid Criminal of the Week
A man who was seen speeding 50 miles per hour in a 35 mph zone and almost hitting a family in a crosswalk along the 7000 block of Pacific Highway on Dec. 6 faces reckless driving charges. He admitted...
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Falcons outlast Tigers for second straight year
The younger sibling has bragging rights once again. For the second straight year, Foss head coach Mike Cocke’ got the better of his older brother – Stadium head coach Doug Cocke’ – as the Falcons hung...
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Help Toys for Tots help kids have a Merry Christmas
One of the highlights of the year for me is working with Toys for Tots. I have had the privilege of being the co-coordinator the past five years with George Hite from the Marine Corps League of Pierce...
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Biot Sister City floats bubble with excitement for exchanges
The Museum of Glass is floating a new plan to support Tacoma's Sister City relationship with Biot, in the warm and sunny south of France.The hot shop crew, led by Ben Cobb and Sarah Gilbert, is making...
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With Carrot Top, there’s more than meets the eye
There's a case to be made that Scott “Carrot Top” Thompson is the Nickelback of comedy. He's easily one of the most recognizable acts in the biz, having parlayed his prop-powered antics and distinctive...
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Arts & Entertainment: The Spirit of the Season
Since 1963, Life Center Church’s production of “The Singing Christmas Tree” has been entertaining audiences with a festive show, always with the goal to shed light on the true meaning of Christmas....
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What’s Right With Tacoma: Honor student warms feet with Christmas project
Cold feet are the worst. That's why, each holiday season, Tacomans try their best to get socks to the people who need them. We've told you stories about homeless men and women who need wool-poly socks...
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Make a Scene: Aces Up tells why they have the winning hand
In 2013, Bonney Lake-bred country band Aces Up toured more, played higher profile gigs and laid the foundation for its next record, the follow-up to 2011's radio-ready “Backyard Superstars.” The band...
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Local Restaurants: Blue Max Meats provides good ol’ fashioned customer...
When Tommy Marshall and Evan Greco took over Blue Max Meats last April – a longstanding business in the community – they had a goal to place their own mark on the operation to truly make it their own....
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Stadium struggles early, falls to Fife
Stadium was hoping a strong start defensively would translate into a nice non-league victory over Fife. But after leading the Trojans for nearly the first six minutes, the roles were reversed, and Fife...
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Our Views: Remember to give – year round
’Tis the season of giving. Mounds of colorful gifts under trees and beside fireplaces form as the scent of pine and nutmeg fills the air. Ugly sweater contests are the mainstay of seemingly every...
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Super Saturday - Get help filing for health coverage
Want insurance coverage beginning Jan. 1? Then come to “Super Saturday” on Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 13 organizations throughout the county. The event is just in time for the Dec. 15...
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