For the past ten years LeMay – America’s Car Museum has hosted their annual holiday food drive, Drive Down Hunger, has been an opportunity for the Museum to support local individuals throughout the South Sound that are in need during, the holiday season. “We are thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with the Emergency Food Network this year for our … [Read more...] about LeMay – America’s Car Museum Partners with Emergency Food Network for Annual Campaign
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Santa for Seniors- A Tacoma Man’s Legacy
The holidays are such a special time of year, but for some isolated seniors the holidays don’t always feel special. For more than 5,600 seniors that may be homebound or feeling lonely, this holiday season will bring extra cheer from a Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW) program called Santa for Seniors. Started in 2015 as a legacy tribute to local Tacoma … [Read more...] about Santa for Seniors- A Tacoma Man’s Legacy
Fika Coffee House Opens at Farm 12
Fika: A Swedish custom to pause, enjoy a sweet treat, and a strong cup of coffee. Fika is also the name of a new bakery and coffee shop that is opening on-site at Farm 12. “Since we opened Farm 12 Restaurant, it’s always been a hustle. The constant buzz of people going in and out, the lunch rush, the two hour wait for brunch—we love it all, but we never felt a pause,” says … [Read more...] about Fika Coffee House Opens at Farm 12
Corks & Crush
East Pierce County’s glitziest guests turned out to the Washington State Fair ShowPlex, a venue transformed with a crystal beaded chandelier, elegant draping and flowers galore. More than 400 Corks & Crush guests sampled pours from partnering wineries before Good Samaritan Foundation’s annual event got underway. Former Good Samaritan Regional Rehabilitation Center … [Read more...] about Corks & Crush
Washington’s Lottery: Where the Money Goes
When Washington’s Lottery was established in 1982, its purpose was to provide revenue for the State General Fund, which supports schools, human services programs, natural resources, and other government programs. In 2000, voters approved an action for Washington’s Lottery proceeds to primarily benefit education. More than 20 years later, Washington’s Lottery continues to … [Read more...] about Washington’s Lottery: Where the Money Goes