T-Town Returns to Tacoma Dome Oct. 30

T-Town Returns to the Tacoma Dome Oct. 30 — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:00:53 +0000
Trunk-or-Treat, Big Trucks, and Big Fun The City of Tacoma, Tacoma Public Schools, and Korsmo Construction invite community members to T-Town at the Tacoma Dome on Friday, Oct. 30, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Explore the wheels at work with real fire trucks and SWAT tanks, strap on virtual goggles to see through the eyes of high voltage electrical workers, learn all about Tacoma Rail and the train system, ride bikes to create electricity, and so much more. The event theme, Play. Explore. Learn. Work., offers something for everyone in the family, and this year is bigger and bolder than ever! This free, family-friendly event is a unique opportunity for Tacoma residents to celebrate fall, explore trade and career opportunities, and engage in fun, hands-on activities. Community members of all ages will find a safe, warm place to “Trunk-or-Treat” in costume with friends and family while experiencing a wide range of City services through interactive booths and live demonstrations. Guests can also discover their future at the Tacoma Public Schools and Korsmo Construction Trades & Hiring Fair. Experience trade occupation activities with local employers, apply on site, explore apprenticeships and training programs, and other rewarding careers. Thousands of students from across 10 South Puget Sound school districts will be bussed in for this event, exploring career pathways in industries like maritime, transportation, construction, and logistics. Businesses interested in participating i
Source: https://tacoma.gov/news/t-town-returns-to-the-tacoma-dome-oct-30/

Officer Involved Shooting – 700 Block of South Stevens Street — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:45:38 +0000
At approximately 2:38 p.m., Tacoma Police officers responded to the 700 block of South Stevens Street for a report of a domestic assault. Officers arrived on scene at approximately 3:09 p.m. At approximately 3:56 p.m., officers reported shots fired at the scene. Tacoma officers rendered aid to the adult male suspect until Tacoma Fire Department personnel responded a short time later and pronounced the suspect deceased at the scene. The Pierce County Force Investigation Team (PCFIT) and the Washington State Office of Independent Investigations (OII) have responded to the scene. OII will lead the investigation into the officer-involved shooting. The involved officer was not injured and will be placed on administrative leave in accordance with department policy. All further updates regarding the investigation will be provided by the Office of Independent Investigations Communications Director, Hector Castro at [email protected] or 360-870-8115 . The post Officer Involved Shooting – 700 Block of South Stevens Street appeared first on City of Tacoma .
Source: https://tacoma.gov/news/officer-involved-shooting-700-block-of-south-stevens-street/

Tacoma Arts Month Celebrates 25 Years This October — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:16:44 +0000
Tacoma Arts Month, a community celebration of arts and culture, returns this October for its 25th anniversary, with hundreds of community-hosted arts and culture events taking place throughout the city. Programming includes music and dance performances, art exhibits, film screenings, literary readings, cultural events, and workshops for all ages. All events are open to the public, and many are free. Signature events include Kaleidoscope on October 3, the Tacoma Studio Tour on October 17 and 18, and Arts at the Armory on November 14 and 15. Tacoma Arts Month is presented by the City of Tacoma’s Arts & Cultural Vitality Division. Events are hosted by artists, venues, and community organizations across Tacoma and are listed in one place at TacomaArtsMonth.org . Tacoma Arts Month Signature Events Kaleidoscope The community is invited to a free, family-friendly celebration on October 3, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Tacoma Public Library Main Branch (1102 Tacoma Ave S). The afternoon fe