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The construction of "infill" housing affects every part of town. Modifications of setbacks and height variances are changing the texture of our neighborhoods.  Photo: Morf Morford

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New housing: We know we need it, but where?

Many of us hate density as much as we hate sprawl  By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index No…

Louder Than a Bomb - Tacoma: The Teen Poetry-Slam Festival returns in March

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Louder Than a Bomb – Tacoma: The Teen Poetry-Slam Festival returns in March

This March, Louder Than a Bomb-Tacoma: The Teen Poetry-Slam Festival (LTAB-Tacoma) returns for its fourth year in a…

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Youth Heritage Project application now open!

The Washington Trust is pleased to announce that the application for our annual Youth Heritage Project is now…

Tacoma might not be "pretty" in the usual sense of the word. Like a fine wine, Tacoma is an acquired taste. Photo by Morf Morford

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What sets Tacoma apart is you

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index If you go to other cities, or even look at the promotional…

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

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Solid Waste Management seeks Tacoma resident feedback on recycling changes

Take the survey by March 15, to enter a random drawing for $50 Visa gift card The City…

Pierce County budget for 2017 highlights public safety, courts

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The Bridal Showcase returns to the Environmental Services Building, March 3

So you said yes, but don’t know where to begin planning one of the most memorable days of…

It might be hard to believe, but our evergreen forests have not always been here.  Photo: Morf Morford

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New study of fossil plants shows the emergence of the Pacific Northwest temperate forests

The iconic evergreen forests of the Pacific Northwest haven’t always been here. In a recent study published in…

Tacoma exists because of transit. Rails, trails and sails have always defined us. Photo: Morf Morford

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Free transit: best – or worst – idea ever?

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index It might seem like the craziest idea ever (and we are certainly…

Sometimes those completely unnecessary - and occasionally frivolous - and often anonymous acts are what make a community interesting and welcoming.  Photo: Morf Morford

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Volunteer across the South Sound

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index Know anyone who deserves to be recognized for their contribution to the…

Crosscut Courage Awards

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Crosscut Courage Awards

About the Courage Awards: Each year, the Crosscut Courage Awards recognize those among us who have shown bold…

Every neighborhood shines if we have eyes to see. Photo: Morf Morford

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Russell Family Foundation announces Pierce County leaders for Jane’s Fellowship Program

Jane’s Fellows to participate in 15-month grassroots leadership development experience The Russell Family Foundation has announced its Class…

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Amtrak offers trip for two with buy one get one free Valentine’s Day sale

Amtrak wants to show customers how much we love them with its Valentine’s Day Buy One Get One…

Celebrate Earth Day at state parks

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Check Out Washington to start March 1

Discover Pass check-out program starts next month at Pierce, Skagit and Spokane County libraries  News that families will soon…