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Hello Tacoma! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Radiology scholarships boost students, Cove’s Cookies plans a bakery, and a poignant refugee exhibit + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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📰 In the news
Investment in radiology education: TRA Medical Imaging Foundation donated $150,000 to support 23 imaging students at Tacoma Community College, Bates Technical College and Olympic College for continuing and awarded students in Pierce and Kitsap — see which schools benefit.
Baking ambitions take shape: Cove’s Cookies, the Tacoma pop up seen at Pierce County markets, plans a permanent bakery later this year, with owners eyeing expanded bakes like banana breads and fruit-topped cinnamon rolls — see what’s planned next.
A powerful reflection on displacement: At the Washington State History Museum, Our Voices shares stories of Southeast Asian refugees, including the first to arrive at Camp Murray in 1975, through photos, documents, and personal accounts — explore the exhibit highlights.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Pie night upgrade: Corina Bakery nails the classics: flaky-crusted marionberry, lemon meringue, key lime, plus a peanut butter chocolate situation, with legit gluten-free and vegan options. Grab a pie for a midweek morale boost, or roll into game night looking prepared. Your secret stays safe.
Fresh blooms, Tacoma-made: Family-owned since 1944, Tacoma Buds and Blooms crafts arrangements that feel personal, with same-day delivery for last-minute moments across Tacoma. Prefer low-maintenance? Their flower subscription keeps your table (and mood) fresh, saving you an errand.
Need a midweek send? Scale top-rope and lead lines, then top out on real-feel boulders at Edgeworks Climbing + Fitness. Add yoga and strength sessions for a clean body-and-brain reset, all right here in Tacoma, so you can shake off the week and feel good fast.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →
Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Check out my favorite online options →
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎈 Pop-In Playdate @ Tacoma Nazarene Church | Wednesday (3/11) at 10:00 AM – If your tiny tornadoes need a safe place to spin, this pop-in playdate delivers. They tumble while you find the caffeine station, nibble snacks, trade war stories, and pretend to relax, all ages welcome. Flag any allergies, then register at tacnaz.org/events to avoid oops moments.
🔮 Wizarding Wednesday @ Tacoma Public Library | Wednesday (3/11) at 3:30 PM – Take a midweek breather at Tacoma’s Main Library as the Wizards of Washington turn science into whimsy, and glue sticks into power tools. Free, hands-on, you will learn about habitats while crafting a fairy or leprechaun diorama with the kids, or just your inner eight-year-old.
❤ 8th Annual First, Love Yourself Gala @ Tacoma Armory | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – If you’ve ever wished prom came with purpose, the FLY Gala delivers. Red carpet treatment for middle and high school girls, a dessert bar, and the She Leads Youth Awards, all celebrating leadership and that reminder you’re headed where you’re going.
🧙 Thursday Family-Friendly Harry Potter Trivia @ Puget Sound Pizza | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Round up the kids, the wand, and your trivia ringer, then head to Puget Sound Pizza downtown for family-friendly Harry Potter trivia. Four rounds, cocktail specials, and prizes every round, with cool, nerdy swag for first, and their in-house baked cookies for second and third.
🎶 Take a Hike! (With Beethoven) @ Rialto Theater (Tacoma, Washington) | Saturday (3/14) at 2:30 PM – Craving a hike without the mud? Head to the Rialto downtown for Northwest Sinfonietta’s Beethoven Pastoral Symphony, all bubbling brooks, chirping birds, and one well-mannered storm, led by Rebekah O’Brien. It’s free, family-friendly, and yes, clapping, wiggling, and walk-ups are welcome.
⚓ Marlinspike Seamanship @ Foss Waterway Seaport | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Whether you sail, wrangle a kayak, or just like organizing cords, this hands-on workshop at Foss Waterway Seaport teaches classic ropework, knots, and basic sail repair with seasoned mariners. Make useful pieces to take home, impress the neighbors, and finally stop calling everything rope.
⛸ Sunday Open Skate @ Tacoma Armory | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – Dig out the quads and roll into Sunday Open Skate on the largest flat floor in the PNW. Good music, friendly vibes, and an excuse to pretend knees are fine. Ten bucks gets you in, rentals are a fiver, and membership unlocks sessions all year.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Tacoma report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 52°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 100%
Rain. Cloudy. High near 52, with temperatures falling to around 50 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 7 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 42. Southwest wind 13 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 46°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 99%
Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 46. Southwest wind 9 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Rain before 5am, then rain and snow. Cloudy, with a low around 39. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
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