What started as a routine day at a Tacoma Coca-Cola plant turned into an incredible cross-country reunion story after a frightened cat named Tio was discovered wandering the facility — more than 3,000 miles from home. When Eddie spotted the scared orange [...]

When asked what she wants to be when she grows up, Tacoma fourth grader Charlotte Littleton will tell you she wants to be president. Her drive and ambition are immediately clear, and they are part of the reason Charlotte was inspired to [...]

For the first time ever, GET units are priced lower than current tuition. The GET Prepaid Tuition Plan reopened for its 26th enrollment year on Nov. 1, 2025. The annual enrollment period runs through May 2026, giving families another opportunity to begin saving for future [...]

Music and the smell of food from the parking lot, two live stages, learning about a new culture, and being surrounded by families just like yours coming together for the new year — this is exactly what to expect on February 28, [...]

The Washington State Fair Event Center celebrates 125 years of creating memories. Since 1900, they have welcomed guests to cultivate unforgettable experiences and lasting traditions. As the largest single event in the state, the Washington State Fair began as a neighborhood celebration [...]

Readers of Showcase Magazine have told us for many years that O Bee Credit Union was something special. The proof is in their repeat wins as the magazine’s Best Credit Union in a reader poll. Well, what we locals know, now the [...]

Celebrating the 125th anniversary this year, and the 35th Washington State Spring Fair! Running April 10-13 & 17-20, here are so many fun reasons to bring your family to the Spring Fair this year . Egg-cellent Easter Adventures – Various Days: Hop [...]

You’re a new resident of beautiful Pierce County — congratulations! But now there are some important tasks to take care of. Updating personal information is essential in order to become a productive part of your community. Listed below are some of the [...]

After operating out of a temporary space during the new branch’s construction, Commencement Bank recently opened in their permanent location on Pioneer Way in downtown Gig Harbor in August this year. This branch isn’t like a lot of other banks, however. “Our [...]