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Wunderkammer: Curiosities fill this cabinet

Maritime Fest kicks off hybrid show of art and artifacts.Click to Continue »

 

At 94, Tacoma woman is a Rainbow Girl for the ages

Evelyn Moe joined a Masonic service club for girls in the early 1930s. Decades later, her memories live on — and so does the club.Click to Continue »

 

Cabernet sauvignon is king in Washington

In recent years, cabernet sauvignon has not only surpassed Merlot as the state’s top red wine grape, but it’s also risen past Chardonnay and Riesling as Washington’s No. 1 wine…Click to Continue »

 

Pick lettuce, berries early in morning for peak freshness

The third week of July is time to harvest early crops such as lettuce, raspberries, blueberries and everbearing strawberries as well as fresh herbs. To enjoy the best flavor from…Click to Continue »

 

Rainiers’ Forrest Snow is rewarded for his versatility on the mound

The right-hander, who is a starter and reliever, is on the PCL team at the Triple-A All-Star Game in Omaha.Click to Continue »

 

Tacoma council votes to send $12 wage issue to fall ballot

The Tacoma City Council approved a $12 wage by 2018 issue for the fall ballot at its Tuesday meeting. It will compete with a $15 per hour minimum wage proposal,Click to Continue »

 

Smoke from South Hill-area brush fire expected to last all week

Smoke from a 20-acre brush fire near Emerald Ridge High School will likely be visible for the rest of the week, Central Pierce Fire & Rescue said Tuesday.Click to Continue »

 

Jordan Spieth’s Grand Slam aspirations go no further than this week’s British Open

Already the winner of the first two major championships, the 21-year-old isn’t looking at a four-major sweep until he can get the third under his belt.Click to Continue »

 

Man killed by train in Auburn identified

A man hit and killed by a train Friday in Auburn has been identified as 25-year-old Joseph Joram, the King County Medical Examiner’s Office said.Click to Continue »

 

Friberg working on fitness and touch

Sounders assessing if new midfielder Erik Friberg will be ready for Rapids on Saturday.Click to Continue »

 

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