Good morning, Tacoma! In today’s edition: Gold and silver surge, wine tasting with Angelina Mondavi, Beatles and Pink Floyd tribute, and more. Let’s get to it!

— Cait Baker

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Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.

Smooth arrivals and departures: Seattle Airport Car Service & Limousine has expanded options for SeaTac travelers, with flight tracking, curbside pickup, and 24/7 reservations for rides with professional chauffeurs and no surge pricing — get all the details.

Custom burrito craving: When midweek hunger hits, My Pico De Gallo has the fix: pick a base, pile on what you like, roll it up. Low-lift, high-satisfaction, and suddenly the rest of the day feels smoother and more doable.

Infrastructure failure spurs action: State Rep. Andrew Barkis has drafted a bill to declare the Fairfax Bridge closure an emergency to speed rebuilding. The 2025 shutdown hurt Wilkeson sales and access to Mt. Rainier — read the full story.

Potential model for other cities: Tacoma will launch a pilot to fast-track ‘missing middle’ housing, streamlining smaller projects and code issues, with pre-approved townhouse plans expected to cut costs and review time in January 2026 — get all the details.

New fees reshape projects: Tacoma City Council approved a transportation impact fee framework to start next summer, charging builders per PM peak trip, with funds limited to capacity upgrades like 6th Avenue improvements — get the fee details.

Milestone for community health: The reimagined Pearl Street Family YMCA in Tacoma is now open with an upgraded aquatics center, strength and conditioning area, and a new welcome center. The east building remains open for the gymnasium, cardio, group fitness, gymnastics, and child watch. Fundraising continues for phase two, estimated at $35 million. Read the full story.

Are you overpaying? The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. I was paying over $300 for ONE car until I checked out various quotes, switched providers, and ultimately cut my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably losing money too — this free comparison tool makes it easy.

Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had it’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.

A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).

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🛠 Carving As Medicine @ Tacoma Boat Builders | Monday (1/12) at 4:00 PM – Whether you carve like a seasoned whittler or just tackle bagels, this Monday meet-up at Tacoma Boat Builders brings Carving as Medicine to life with hands-on calm, connection, and food. All are welcome, tools provided, no experience needed, just good company and a cedar glow.

🍍 The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants @ Blue Mouse Theatre | Monday (1/12) at 7:00 PM – SpongeBob is back on the big screen, chasing the Flying Dutchman on a swashbuckling, kid-approved adventure that actually keeps adults awake. Snag the LED Patrick popcorn bucket while it lasts, and if you’re thrifty, Mondays are eight bucks, Sundays offer open captions.

🎤 Karaoke for Keepers! @ Zeeks Pizza | Tuesday (1/13) at 5:00 PM – Karaoke is taking over Zeeks Pizza on Pacific Ave, and it is for a good cause. Warm up those 90s ballads, tip your hat to our AAZK zookeepers, and call it community service with extra cheese. Details to come, but your vocal cords are warned.

🎨 Giles and Swanson Gallery Talk @ Tacoma Community College | Wednesday (1/14) at 12:00 PM – Curious how artists turn ideas into pieces you debate over coffee? David Noah Giles and C.J. Swanson chat about their Art Story show at TCC’s Building 4 Art Gallery, free and open to all. Park in Lot G, bring your opinions, leave feeling cultured.

🍷 Wine Tasting/Food Pairing with Angelina Mondavi @ Bordeaux Wine Bar Tacoma | Wednesday (1/14) at 6:00 PM – Trade your raincoat for a wine glass and meet Angelina Mondavi in Tacoma for a sip through bubbly rosé, crisp Sauvignon Blancs, a sturdy Cab, and a luxe reserve. Tasting’s $25, $15 for club members, with an optional $20 pairing that sounds dangerously good.

🛍 BDMM Warehouse Sale @ 7 Seas Brewery and Taproom | Thursday (1/15) at 5:00 PM – Bring a tote and dive into BDMM’s warehouse sale. Local business owners, vintage vendors, artists, and makers are unloading clearance finds, overstock, and extra supplies, with deals up to 80% off. It’s like estate sale season, without the awkward small talk.

🌑 Good Day Sunshine and more @ Spanish Ballroom | Friday (1/16) at 5:00 PM – Take a nostalgia trip at Spanish Ballroom where Beatles meet Floyd, Abbey Road rolls straight into Dark Side, live and loud. Two tributes with chops, harmonies and soundscapes dialed in. Seats are first come, so arrive early, stretch knees, and relive your vinyl phase.

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Weather forecast

Today – High: 50°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 66%

Rain likely after 1pm. Mostly cloudy. High near 50, with temperatures falling to around 48 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 44. South southeast wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 50°F – Low: 47°F – Precip: 80%

Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 50. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 47. South wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

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