The 2018 Washington Economic Climate Study publication is now available

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Index Staff

Looking at the big picture of where we have been and where we are going This report updates the State of Washington’s Economic Climate Study, last published in September 2017. The study provides information about Washington’s competitive ... [...more]

Inslee statement regarding climate threats detailed in newest federal Climate Assessment

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Index Staff

Gov. Jay Inslee issued this statement following the release of the Fourth National Climate Assessment. “The scientific community has spoken clearly and unequivocally that climate change is a present and growing danger to our nation, our economy ... [...more]

Make your garden to-do list, and check it twice!

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Index Staff

Most gardeners across the country are thinking… it’s December… gardening season is over. Not so fast. There’s still plenty of tasks for gardeners to do in December, which will make springtime a welcomed breeze. * Be sure you’ve ... [...more]

Sound Transit seeks volunteers to for oversight panel

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Index Staff

Opportunity to serve on the Sound Transit Citizen Oversight Panel representing Pierce, south King and Snohomish counties Sound Transit is seeking volunteers from Pierce, south King and Snohomish counties to help the agency succeed in meeting its ... [...more]

Every choice is an endorsement

Posted on November 27, 2018 by Index Staff

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index Several years ago I attended a conference and that was the one statement that stuck with me – every choice is an endorsement. I don’t know about you, but my experience is that if … [...more]

Medina Foundation invests $500,000 to bring Friends of the Children chapter to Tacoma area

Posted on November 26, 2018 by Index Staff

Chapter will connect youth facing the highest risks with a salaried, professional mentor for 12 ½ years Friends of the Children, a national nonprofit that pairs children facing the highest risks with a salaried, professional mentor (a Friend) ... [...more]

‘Tis the season for a holiday tree

Posted on November 26, 2018 by Index Staff

Holiday tree permits are now available through December 24, 2018 at all Olympic National Forest offices. Olympic National Forest offices in Olympia, Quinault, Forks and Quilcene offer these holiday tree permits during regular business hours. ... [...more]

Liquor and cannabis board issues first marijuana research license

Posted on November 26, 2018 by Index Staff

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) today issued the state’s first license to produce, process and possess marijuana for research purposes. The license was issued to Verda Bio Research in Seattle, who are conducting research ... [...more]

Fire + Ice Festival returns to Museum of Glass

Posted on November 26, 2018 by Index Staff

Museum of Glass (MOG) will celebrate its fourth annual Fire + Ice Festival Through December 31, MOG will host a variety of Fire + Ice themed activities, performances, and demonstrations for visitors of all ages to enjoy during the holidays. ... [...more]

Tacoma’s Broadway Center has a new look – and a new name: Tacoma Arts Live

Posted on November 21, 2018 by Index Staff

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index Tacoma’s historic Broadway center, after being closed for six months, has emerged with a new look – and a new name. The “new” look is largely a tribute to, if not actual restoration, of ... [...more]