National parks are good for us and the economy

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National parks are good for us and the economy

National parks in western states contribute billions of dollars to local economies annually, according to a report by…

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Support local journalism – or run for office

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index “…Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a…

Pierce County Auditor requests independent election observers

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Don't just vote – file to run for office May 14-18 at Pierce County Auditor’s Office

Candidate filing begins Monday, May 14 with the Pierce County Auditor’s Office. Offices open for election this year…

Is your business - or industry - the next Myspace?

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Youth Historical Fiction Competition winners presenting work at Historic Preservation Month event May 21

The winners of “Bringing Tacoma’s History to Life,” a youth historical fiction competition, will be featured at a…

Customers and store owners hate to see this sign - especially if it is permanent. Photo: Morf Morford

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Is your business – or industry – the next Myspace?

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index Even under the most promising conditions, running a successful business can be a…

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How did that business start?

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index Want to get inspired to start your own business? Ever wonder how…

The aspirations and achievements of one generation might seem paltry, even embarrassing, to another.  Photo: Morf Morford

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Twelve opportunity zones encourage investment and equity in Pierce County

The Washington State Department of Commerce announced Governor Jay Inslee’s approval of 139 Opportunity Zone tracts in 36…

A partial view of KNKX's CD collection. Photo: Morf Morford

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Radio, near or far, old or new, is still around

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index If you’ve ever wondered how a radio station happens, or even, if…

KNKX wins 2018 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award

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KNKX wins 2018 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award

88.5 KNKX has garnered a 2018 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for excellence in the News Series Category…

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum. (PHOTO COURTESY METRO PARKS TACOMA)

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A birthday party for the ages at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Step back in time to the reign of Queen Victoria and join in the celebrations of her majesty’s…

This is a familiar view from near Owen Beach. Notice that you can't tell if if it is spring or fall, summer or winter. You can't even tell if it is morning or afternoon.  In the original you can barely tell if the photo is color or black and white.              Photo: Morf Morford

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Go ahead, admit that you actually like the rain

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index As I was approaching high school graduation, a constant topic of conversation…

Trees, large and small, near or far, are everywhere around here. All indications point to another hot and dry summer - which means another year of fire hazards. Photo: Morf Morford

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Washington State Volcano Preparedness Month

May is Volcano Preparedness Month in Washington, providing residents an opportunity to become more familiar with volcanic risk…

Volunteer to keep Tacoma's waterways clean July 28

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May is "Puget Sound Starts Here" month

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index If you look at a map or if you glance out a…