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    Washington Trust for Historic Preservation
    The concrete McMillin Bridge has a long history in Pierce County. Built in 1934, it is an important section of State Route 162 that connects Orting to Sumner. The bridge is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was designed by Homer M. Hadley, whose work contributed to bridges spanning rivers, lakes and creeks throughout Washington State. (PHOTO BY TODD MATTHEWS)
    Pierce County's historic McMillin Bridge has lasted almost...
    By Todd Matthews • September 7, 2012 4:00 pm

    The nearly-80-year-old concrete McMillin Bridge has a long history in Pierce County. That could change, however, if the Washington State…

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    Murray Morgan Bridge. (FILE PHOTO BY TODD MATTHEWS)
    City: Murray Morgan Bridge will re-open in time...
    By Todd Matthews • February 28, 2012 12:00 am

    The $37 million rehabilitation of the Murray Morgan Bridge in Tacoma will be done in time to celebrate the historic…

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    (PRESERVATION GREEN LAB)
    Study links historic preservation, environmental benefits
    February 6, 2012 12:00 am

    A report produced by the Preservation Green Lab of the National Trust for Historic Preservation provides the most comprehensive analysis…

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    (COURTESY DWELL MAGAZINE)
    Dwell magazine contest could help save your favorite...
    January 17, 2012 12:00 am

    Dwell magazine has teamed with Sub-Zero to offer a contest that aims to preserve a local landmark. Readers are encouraged…

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    Downtown Tacoma's Old City Hall. (FILE PHOTOS BY TODD MATTHEWS)
    Transient linked to Old City Hall fire
    By Todd Matthews • January 6, 2012 12:00 am

    A transient trying to find shelter and warmth on New Year’s Eve is suspected of being linked to a fire…

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    Nominations sought for state historic preservation honors
    Nominations sought for state historic preservation honors
    January 5, 2012 12:00 am

    The Washington state Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) is seeking nominations for the 22nd Annual Awards for Outstanding…

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    Fort Steilacoom, Curran House receive historic preservation grants
    Fort Steilacoom, Curran House receive historic preservation grants
    December 19, 2011 12:00 am

    The Washington Trust for Historic Preservation has announced the recipients of the 2012 Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund grant awards….

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    Washington Trust seeks nominations for 2012 Endangered Historic Properties List
    Washington Trust seeks nominations for 2012 Endangered Historic...
    November 21, 2011 12:00 am

    The Washington Trust for Historic Preservation is seeking nominations to its 2012 Most Endangered Historic Properties List. Nomination forms may…

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    Tacoma City Council's environment and public works committee Wednesday approved a recommendation to add an elevator and staircase to the north side of the Murray Morgan Bridge in order to connect Dock Street and Thea Foss Waterway to 11th Street and downtown Tacoma. The approved design depicted here shows an elevator encased in a steel frame shaft with a switchback staircase mounted to the side. (CITY OF TACOMA)
    Tacoma City Council committee approves elevator, staircase for...
    By Todd Matthews • November 9, 2011 12:00 am

    Tacoma City Council’s environment and public works committee Wednesday approved a recommendation to add an elevator and staircase to the…

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    Tacoma's Murray Morgan Bridge. (FILE PHOTO BY TODD MATTHEWS)
    Murray Morgan Bridge elevator, staircase discussion continues
    By Todd Matthews • November 4, 2011 12:00 am

    Could the $57 million renovation of the 98-year-old Murray Morgan Bridge include a new elevator and staircase connecting Dock Street…

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    Murray Morgan Bridge rehabilitation could include new elevator
    Murray Morgan Bridge rehabilitation could include new elevator
    By Todd Matthews • October 14, 2011 12:00 am

    A new deck, reinforced cables, and a fresh coat of paint aren’t the only new things envisioned for the 98-year-old…

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    Pierce County Landmarks Commission hosts workshop for historic barn owners
    Pierce County Landmarks Commission hosts workshop for historic...
    September 13, 2011 12:00 am

    If you own an old barn in Pierce County or the surrounding area, are you aware of the Heritage Barn…

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    Washington Trust accepting historic preservation grant applications
    Washington Trust accepting historic preservation grant applications
    August 23, 2011 12:00 am

    The Washington Trust for Historic Preservation has announced that grant applications for the 2012 Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund are…

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