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Artists wanted for Election Center mural

Pierce County is looking for artists to design a large-scale mural to welcome people to the county Election Center. As part of the County’s 1% for the Arts Program, the new mural will stretch across four exterior walls, about 2,200 sq. ft.

Recipe: Reverse searing to perfection

When you splurge on a luxurious beef tenderloin for the holidays, consider reverse searing as the cooking method. Reverse searing is a foolproof way to respect the integrity of a rich and tender cut of lean meat. While the term may sound intimidating, it's a straightforward technique that ensures a luscious, evenly pink interior and a browned outer crust.

Savvy Senior: What happens to your debt when you die?

Can my kids inherit my debt after I die? I have taken on a lot of credit card debt over the past 10 years or so, and I’m worried that my son and daughter will get stuck with it when I die.

Holiday closing at senior center

Graham-Kapowsin Community Council’s senior center will be closed on Dec. 24 at Evergreen and Dec. 25 at Benston Hall.

Pierce County funds Multicultural Child and Family Hope Center

Pierce County Human Services is announcing $495,000 in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding awarded to Multicultural Child and Family Hope Center (MCFHC) to enhance digital literacy and digital equity in our community.

Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber awards local businesses

The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber has announced five outstanding businesses and organizations as recipients of a 2024 Spotlight on Business Awards.

Results of ‘GRIT’ income program released

Mayors for Guaranteed Income, Mayor Victoria Woodards, and the United Way of Pierce County welcomed the release of independent data on the Growing Resilience In Tacoma (GRIT) guaranteed income pilot, showcasing significant improvements in financial stability, a reduction in income volatility, an increase in stable, full-time employment, and less food insecurity than a control group of similar Tacoma residents.

Recipe: Pizza to the recue

During this festive season, with its lengthy to-do lists, socializing and houseguests, a simple dinner sandwiched between holiday prep provides a welcome respite.

Purple martin colony being relocated

A charismatic colony of purple martins along Ruston Way is moving. The dark purple and blue birds are North America’s largest swallow and often spotted among decrepit wooden poles at Dickman Mill Park, Titlow Beach and Chambers Bay.

Washington office begins tracking statewide deadly use of force incidents

This month, the Washington State Office of Independent Investigation began tracking deadly use of force incidents involving law enforcement officers.

Ninth Circuit rules in favor of federal deportation

The federal government has the authority to deport foreign nationals in the U.S. illegally over the objection of local authorities, a panel of three judges on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously ruled.

Savvy Senior: How to talk to your doctors and get them to listen

How can I get my doctors to listen better? I just turned 78, and over the past few years I feel more and more dismissed by my doctors. I know I can’t be the only one who feels this way. Any suggestions?

WA GOP chair files bill to restore felony status for fentanyl-related offenses

After failing to launch last session, the Washington State Republican Party is attempting to raise the stakes around dealing, trafficking and possessing fentanyl with legislation that, if approved, would lead to harsher sentences.

Washington state’s spending spree drives massive deficit

Over the past decade, many state lawmakers have advocated fiscal restraint during years of enormous revenue growth, arguing that Washington could face a budgetary crisis if an economic downturn were to occur.

Gov. Inslee imposes spending freeze to deal with $10B-$12B operating budget gap

Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee is calling for a freeze on hiring, services contracts, goods and equipment purchases, and travel to deal with a projected operating budget shortfall between $10 billion and $12 billion over the next four years.

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