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    An improved historic preservation program in Pierce County could help Midland community activist Stacy Emerson, who stands in front of a former feed terminal, one of several old buildings slated for demolition. For two years, Emerson has tried to get her own 1918 building, the oldest commercial property in Midland, on Pierce County's historic register. (PHOTO BY TODD MATTHEWS)
    Behind The Times: Nevermind the buildings. Can Pierce...
    By Todd Matthews • April 2, 2008 12:00 am

    The fact that it’s been 20 years since Pierce County took an inventory of its historic properties speaks to a…

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    Tacoma Historical Society will discuss Murray Morgan Bridge
    Tacoma Historical Society will discuss Murray Morgan Bridge
    February 6, 2008 12:00 am

    The past, present and uncertain future of Tacoma’s Murray Morgan Bridge will be discussed when Dr. Jim Hoard addresses the…

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    Stratford Company asset director Mark Isner hopes that 7,500-square-feet, full-floor plates in the Washington Building will appeal to mid-sized businesses looking to headquarter or open a branch office in Tacoma's tight downtown Class A office space market. "We really feel like that is a tremendous opportunity, and something that doesn't exist anywhere in the downtown core," says Isner. (PHOTO BY TODD MATTHEWS)
    New tenant, lobby renovation for downtown Washington Building
    By Todd Matthews • January 7, 2008 12:00 am

    On the 13th floor of the 82-year-old Washington Building, contractors are busy building what will soon be home to downtown…

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    Council to choose 2008 leadership
    Council to choose 2008 leadership
    January 4, 2008 12:00 am

    Election of 2008 officers highlights the Pierce County Council’s first regular Tuesday meeting of the year Jan. 15 at 3…

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    City Club will host newest City Councilmembers
    City Club will host newest City Councilmembers
    January 3, 2008 12:00 am

    City Club’s January lunch program will be an opportunity to meet the newest members of the Tacoma City Council. Lauren…

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    Polls: Strickland, Walker poised to join City Council
    Polls: Strickland, Walker poised to join City Council
    By Todd Matthews • November 7, 2007 12:00 am

    Tacoma City Council is expected to see two new faces join its ranks at City Hall, according to early poll…

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    (FILE PHOTO BY TODD MATTHEWS)
    On wave of City Hall momentum, streetcar organizer...
    By Todd Matthews • September 25, 2007 12:00 am

    Since early-2005, Tacoma resident Morgan Alexander has been the face of a grassroots movement to restore a historic streetcar system…

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    "I think Tacoma's best days are ahead of us," says Tacoma City Council candidate Marilyn Strickland. "That's one of my strongest motivators for doing this." (PHOTO BY TODD MATTHEWS)
    For this City Council candidate, Tacoma's future success...
    By Todd Matthews • May 11, 2007 12:00 am

    Marilyn Strickland’s connection to Tacoma Public Library spans almost 40 years. It begins as a child who spent countless hours…

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    Tacoma Arts Commission sponsors tax workshop for artists
    Tacoma Arts Commission sponsors tax workshop for artists
    March 10, 2006 12:00 am

    A free workshop to help artists and entertainers weave through the tax filing process is scheduled for March 25 from…

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    Local legal project offers courtroom assistance
    Local legal project offers courtroom assistance
    November 28, 2005 12:00 am

    The Coordinated Family Law Project announces the availability of a series of Powerpoint presentations on family law issues aimed at…

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    County Search and Rescue seeks recruits
    County Search and Rescue seeks recruits
    September 15, 2005 12:00 am

    Pierce County Explorer Search and Rescue will be holding orientation meetings for new members starting Sept. 17. Volunteers of all…

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    (PHOTO COURTESY COLLIERS INTERNATIONAL)
    Historic Washington Building sold for $9.6 million
    By Todd Matthews • August 4, 2005 12:00 am

    The historic Washington Building, located at 1019 Pacific Ave. in downtown Tacoma, was sold this week to The Stratford Company,…

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    Point Defiance Zoo history booklet now on sale
    Point Defiance Zoo history booklet now on sale
    July 12, 2005 12:00 am

    Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium continues its centennial observance with release of a colorful booklet that tells the story of…

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