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Downtown Puyallup to Welcome First Bookstore in Over 35 Years
Downtown Puyallup is set to welcome its first independent bookstore in decades, named page & pine, opening in late May or early June 2025. Owner Emily Foster aims to create a community-focused space where residents can attend book clubs and author events, reflecting the community's reading preferences. This new addition comes as part of ongoing revitalization efforts in downtown Puyallup.
Oft-malfunctioning Tacoma bridge closed once again. This time by cold weather, city says
The Hylebos Bridge in Tacoma has been temporarily closed due to cold weather causing mechanical issues, with the city locking the bridge in an elevated position for shipping traffic. The closure follows a previous incident in December when a motor was replaced. The city has announced that vehicular traffic will remain restricted until temperatures rise.
Shelters on Alert as Cold Weather Hits Tacoma and Olympia
Tacoma and Olympia face the coldest weather of the winter, with temperatures dipping into the mid-20s. Local warming centers have been activated, and various shelters are available for those in need, highlighting the community's response to the severe weather conditions.
Amtrak train vs semi wrong turn leads to collision in Auburn travel delays follow
Amtrak passengers experienced travel delays in the Seattle-Tacoma area following a collision between an Amtrak train and a semi-truck that became stuck on the tracks in Auburn. Fortunately, both the truck driver and passenger escaped without injury, and no injuries were reported among the 157 train passengers. The incident led to the closure of the southbound lane of B Street NW and disruptions in train operations between Seattle and Tacoma.
Shelters on Alert as Coldest Weather Hits Tacoma and Olympia Areas
Cold weather alerts have been issued for the Tacoma and Olympia areas, with temperatures dropping to the mid-20s, marking the coldest weather this winter. Pierce and Thurston Counties have activated warming shelters and emergency resources for those in need as overnight temperatures remain below freezing.
Amtrak Train Collides with Semi Truck in Auburn, Causing Travel Delays
An Amtrak train collided with a semi truck in Auburn after the truck made a wrong turn and got stuck on the tracks, leading to significant travel delays in the Seattle-Tacoma area. Fortunately, both the driver and occupant of the truck escaped without injury, and no passengers on the train were harmed. The incident caused the closure of a southbound lane on B Street NW and affected train operations between Seattle and Tacoma.
Tacoma man killed while settling a fight shooter sentenced to 13 years
A Tacoma man was fatally shot while attempting to intervene in a fight that did not involve him, leading to the sentencing of Artavious Magee to over 13 years in prison for first-degree manslaughter. The incident, which occurred during a confrontation linked to a love triangle, has deeply affected the victim's family, highlighting the tragic consequences of violence and impulsive decisions.
Oft-malfunctioning Tacoma bridge closed once again. This time by cold weather, city says
The Hylebos Bridge in Tacoma has been closed temporarily due to mechanical issues caused by cold weather, affecting vehicular traffic while allowing shipping operations to continue. The City of Tacoma announced that the bridge will remain closed until temperatures rise, with updates to be provided as they become available.
Pierce County man sentenced for daughter's fentanyl overdose death
A Spanaway man, Evan Hodge, was sentenced to 102 months in prison for the first-degree manslaughter of his daughter, who died from a fentanyl overdose linked to his drug use. The tragic case highlights the dangers of substance abuse and its devastating impact on families. Hodge admitted to using meth and heroin the night before the incident, which ultimately cost his daughter's life.
Puyallup Car Dealer Manager Charged with Stealing Over 131,000 in Sales Taxes
The manager of the now-closed Puyallup Truck & RV Sales, Stanley J. Stevens, faces felony theft charges for allegedly embezzling over $131,000 in retail-sales taxes collected from vehicle sales. The Attorney General’s Office claims Stevens failed to remit taxes to the Department of Revenue between 2019 and 2022, while his dealership was also found to have significantly under-reported its revenue.