Celebrate Micronesian culture at Saltwater State Park Aug. 25

Posted on August 16, 2018 by Index Staff

The Washington State Parks Folk and Traditional Arts Program invites the public to learn more about the people and cultures of the Micronesian Islands at a free family-friendly festival at Saltwater State Park in King County. The inaugural ... [...more]

7 Ways to shop smarter at your local farmers market

Posted on August 16, 2018 by Index Staff

As we move into the late-summer glory season of the farmers market, that hallowed time of year when it seems everything sold outdoors is perfectly delicious, it’s worth thinking a little bit more deeply and critically of our farmers market ... [...more]

The SBA highlights the importance of farmer’s markets to rural businesses, entreprenuers and local economies

Posted on August 16, 2018 by Index Staff

When buying our favorite fruits and vegetables from the farmer’s market, we typically don’t have the economy in mind. But that is exactly what we’re helping grow when we shop at our local farmer’s market. First, dollars spent at farmer’s ... [...more]

More than 7,000 acres of forest land protected in Puget Sound

Posted on August 15, 2018 by Index Staff

Conservation easement will assure public recreation access while protecting a working forest from development The Trust for Public Land, Green Diamond Resource Company and Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced they ... [...more]

Time for Olalla Americana Music Festival

Posted on August 14, 2018 by Index Staff

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index Some local events are too unique to miss. The Olalla Americana Festival is one of them. It is absolutely not slick and has that not-professional (in a good way) feel to it that only … [...more]

Seattle Acoustic Festival 2018 5th Annual

Posted on August 14, 2018 by Index Staff

The 5th Annual Seattle Acoustic Festival is returning to Capitol Hill on August 24th and 25th for an incredible, two-day event provided to the public free of charge. Sponsored by grants from Verity Credit Union, the Neighborhood Matching Fund of ... [...more]

Applications for 2018 Grit City Trees Program now available

Posted on August 13, 2018 by Index Staff

Grit City Trees is the City of Tacoma’s free street tree giveaway program, and applications for the 2018 season are being accepted now through Monday, September 10, 2018. This program provides free trees to Tacoma homeowners who are interested ... [...more]

Washington Talking Book & Braille Library helps people find jobs

Posted on August 13, 2018 by Index Staff

New Connection Site of WorkSource Seattle-King County The Washington Talking Book & Braille Library (WTBBL) announced it has joined WorkSource Seattle-King County’s network of WorkSource Connection Sites. As a Connection Site, WTBBL can help ... [...more]

Next State Parks ‘free day’ is August 25

Posted on August 13, 2018 by Index Staff

Special day celebrates the National Park System’s 102nd birthday To celebrate the National Park System’s 102nd birthday, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is offering free entrance to state parks on Saturday, Aug. 25. Day-use ... [...more]

Pierce County Council passes Family-Wage Jobs Credit Program

Posted on August 13, 2018 by Index Staff

The Pierce County Council voted unanimously to pass the Family-Wage Jobs Credit Program Ordinance 2018-51s, which aims to increase the number of higher paying jobs in unincorporated Pierce County, attract new businesses, enhance economic ... [...more]