Cheers returns to Tacoma: Owners Ali and Stephanie Mehdizadehkashi are converting the former U.S. Bank at 2317 Pacific Ave. into Cheers Tacoma, with a cursive red logo sign that went up in July and an anticipated mid-fall opening — find out what’s on tap.
Tacoma poised for cultural first: Since its 2018 voter approval, Tacoma Creates has backed over 5,000 arts, heritage, and science programs with $30 million in funding. Now council sponsors aim to reauthorize the 0.1% sales-tax initiative and update the code via councilmanic action at an Aug. 19 first reading — find out how.
Smart cameras curb recycling mistakes: Tacoma’s new two-year pilot uses AI-driven cameras on collection trucks to spot contamination and send residents personalized recycling tips — find out more.
South End schoolyard pushes ahead: After losing a $1 million EPA grant, Trust for Public Land, Tacoma Public Schools and Parks Tacoma each chipped in to keep Larchmont Elementary’s new community schoolyard on track for spring 2026 completion — learn what it took.
MultiCare stroke care leaders: Eight hospitals in the MultiCare Health System were honored by the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines program for consistently delivering research-backed stroke treatment and superior patient outcomes — learn what drives their success.
Other Tacoma headlines this week
- Washington Trust Bank buys downtown Tacoma building
- Restoration project returned 200 acres to Sumner
- Faith leaders back Federal Way immigrant community
- Pierce County hosts resource fair Aug. 6
- Rotary funds caregiver training on Key Peninsula
- AYDEPI founder elevates Federal Way youth voices
