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New WSDOT site aims to boost opportunities for small-business owners

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WSDOT seeks comments on DBE contracting goal for highway projects

Comments accepted through December 15 Contractors, trade and labor organizations, small and disadvantaged businesses and all others who…

Student contest on Korean War ends November 30

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Student contest on Korean War ends November 30

Washington students in grades 6-12 have until the end of November to take part in a contest sponsored…

If any industry is hard wired into the economy of  Puget Sound, it would be aerospace. Photo: Morf Morford

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Veteran's Day Honored with Music and Ceremony

Free Museum admission for US veterans on Nov. 11, commemoration of Congressional Gold Medal for American Fighter Aces…

State awards more than $2.6 Million in grants for parks and trails

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Washington hunters reminded to be aware of noxious weeds

As hunters head into the backcountry this fall, several state agencies are asking them to watch out for…

Pierce Transit receives $2.55 million grant for electric buses

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Pierce Transit public hearing notice – 2018 Proposed Budget

A public hearing will be held as part of the Board of Commissioners’ meeting on Monday, November 14,…

Presentation on American Muslims and a Community Conversation, October 4th

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Emerald Street: Race, Class, Culture, and the History of Hip Hop in the Northwest

From its beginnings in 1979, to Sir Mix-a-lot’s “Posse on Broadway,” to Macklemore, Northwest hip hop has been…

Preparation is key for winter driving conditions

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Preparation is key for winter driving conditions

With snow already falling on some mountain passes, it’s never too early to get ready for winter ice…

Pierce County road crews prepare for winter weather

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Pierce County road crews prepare for winter weather

Pierce County is preparing now for snow and ice on county roads. “While it is unclear how severe…

New administrator for Pierce County Superior Court

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Judge Whitener named keynote speaker for 2018 Black Women Rise Conference

Superior Court Presiding Judge Elizabeth Martin is pleased to announce that Judge G. Helen Whitener has been asked…

Western State Hospital, Image courtesy DSHS

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Western State Hospital invites community to learn more about mental illness on Saturday, November 4

Western State Hospital is hosting an education event Saturday, Nov. 4 for anyone interested in learning more about…

9 groups set to receive $3M for human services programs in Tacoma

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Moody’s Upgrades City’s LTGO Bonds Rating

Tacoma, Wash. – Moody’s Investors Service announced an upgrade to the City of Tacoma’s Limited Tax General Obligation…

State awards more than $2.6 Million in grants for parks and trails

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State awards more than $2.6 Million in grants for parks and trails

The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office announced the award of more than $2.6 million to 26 projects…

Tacoma City Ballet presents The Nutcracker

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Tacoma City Ballet presents The Nutcracker

This season, Tacoma City Ballet celebrates its very first production of The Nutcracker & The Tale of The…