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So, yeah, you know you're either tired or distracted when you forget something simple in the morning. Me, I forgot my spoon. More »
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When I think of Pearl I don't often think much more than strip malls, the Y, and that it ends where Point Defiance begins. Food choices along this street are also pretty limited but relative new-comer Joeseppi's gets it right and gives me reason for hope in Westgate. More »
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Speaking of Italian (see yesterday's Joeseppi's write-up) I now know the fate of that old town eatery Trattoria Grazie that closed up last February. It's now law offices. More »
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Thanks to local Winthrop fan Erik Bjornson for sending in the following post: Poll: Hotel or Housing? Over the last two months, my email inbox and ears have been filled by people describing to me why they support the restoration of Tacoma’s Winthrop Hotel. More »
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It's pretty evident around here that I like to takes me some pictures. There are, however, always interesting photos out there in the Internets that I could only dream of having the chance to snap. More »
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Ran across the following video via an entry on the Tacoma LiveJournal group and find it pretty amusing. From the looks of it, an indie film crew was shooting a robbery scene in a local building when someone called the TPD. More »
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Thanks for taking today's poll. Although I have my opinion, please feel free to share your thoughts on this topic. More »
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Kathleen Merryman has an article in today's Trib about some informal local efforts to keep the new and old Narrows Bridges lit up. I had the pleasure of snapping some night photos of construction lights on the new bridge and they make for a stunning sight. More »
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It's easy to let the simple things pass by when there's bigger fish out there to deal with. Sarah and I had a great weekend at home with our friend Clara visiting. More »
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Tonight's Winthrop financing vote might be postponed according to a Jason Hagey article in today's News Tribune. Looks like local businessman Tim Quigg might be chatting it up with the tarnished A.F. More »
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Just got a call from someone at Bates requesting I take a video I recently linked to down because it's copyrighted material (and they "wouldn't want anyone getting in trouble for that"). Apparently, sounds like it was indeed an indie film shoot with all the proper permits shooting a robbery scene that actually had a real security guard or two on-site since weapons were present. More »
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Tonight's City Council meeting was packed full of people most of whom wanted to talk about the Winthrop. Not only were local business owners present but current Winthrop residents voiced their concerns. More »
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Tacoma web development firm, and my humble employer, SiteCrafting launched a spiffy new website today. Around the office, we're all pretty proud of the new site which is why I'm tooting my proverbial horn here. More »
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Received via email: We have just been informed by the Tacoma Police Dept that State Route 509 is closed in both directions due to a fire at Manke Lumber [ map ] on the East side of the Tideflats. Traffic is backed up for miles, therefore, please make alternative plans for your route home if you normally travel SR 509. More »
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Prium Companies'/Homes' future condo project on the Foss known as Porpoise Landing in downtown Tacoma now has a new moniker. How's "Nineteen Thirty-Three at Dock Street" work for ya? More »
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That maybe how you view the big three events around here this weekend because of the chilly fall weather and noticably shorter days. But c'mon, we're from the Northwest -- we can handle a little sprinkle here and there! More »
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Sounds like folks waiting for more sushi downtown need wait no longer. It seems Two Koi just of the Plaza will open today. More »
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My mom invited me along on a Rotary fund raising bus tour of the Columbia River Gorge outside Portland. The tour was led by a former Geology professor from Clark College and the Glenn Lamb, Executive Director of the Columbia Land Trust. More »
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After hearing the news of Two Koi opening, Sarah and I found we had just enough time between work and driving to Vancouver to make dinner. Once inside we could feel the excitement and anticipation that everyone felt opening this new Tacoma restaurant. More »
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There's a couple items that may interest some folks on the agenda for tonight's city council meeting agenda. First we have the proposed loan to AF Evans concerning the Winthrop and there's also public hearings to discuss strengthening Tacoma's panhandling laws. More »
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Just up the hill from the corner of 9th and Pacific you can now find a new stop for coffee and eats. The Wired Cafe just opened up yesterday. More »
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Although I couldn't stick around for the duration of last night's City Council meeting they voted in favor of the AF Evans funding resolution. Have no fear, however, there is an inked deal to get the Winthrop in the hands of developers eyeing it's prospects as a hotel. More »
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Lemme tell you 'bout a man named Cliff. Well, he plays him some mean tenor sax and will be flexin' his chops tomorrow night at 8:30pm Jazzbones. More »
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Anyone who attended last May's public spaces workshop knows that the topic of better pedestrian access around town would be great where possible. One glaring spot is at the entrance to the Bridge of Glass where a large, iron fence stands. More »
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Since summer's not officially over 'til Friday I can still say, with some accuracy that this summer's 3rd Thursday Artwalks are still going on. Yeah, I know, I'm stretchin'. More »
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Earlier this morning I brought up a bit of construction happening where a fence stood on Pacific blocking direct access to the Bridge of Glass. Didn't know what was going on until now. More »
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It felt good to get out and hear some music last night. Cliff Colon and his drum and bass funk crew did wonders for my ears. More »
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We slept in a bit today and enjoyed a slow morning. First we had some breakfast then we went through a box of toys my dad gave me from cleaning out their garage. More »
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There was great turn-out this morning (sans anyone from the TNT) at an informal presentation held by Tim Quigg and Chester Trabucco. Plenty of local business folks and affordable housing groups were on hand as well as some residents, bloggers, and the other local papers. More »
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The prospect of transforming the Winthrop into a grand hotel and finding replacement housing for current residents is a potential win-win for everyone involved. Developers Tim Quigg and Chester Trabucco have a vision for the space and shared that along with info from others involved at this morning's early meeting. More »
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Since re-entering student-hood by going back to school, Derek over at Exit133 may again be feeling those days of Top Ramen and Mac 'n Cheese dinners anyone in college does. ;) With the size of student loans these days, 'ya can't blame a guy for looking for a little extra revenue. More »
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A new restaurant will be gracing the corner of 8th and Pacific soon. The Matador, as it'll be known, brought in some impressive metal work to greet people to their restaurant. More »
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Remember that little mystery wall blogged about here and here on my site and over at Exit133? According to a couple different sources, someone on the City Council asked about it and the City subsequently put a stop-work order on the project. More »
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Looks like there's another fire down in the tideflats. Seems like it's been mostly put out now. More »
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Thanks to local family lawyer Erik Bjornson for sending in the following post. The City of Tacoma has issued a stop work permit on the proposed brick wall being erected at the end of the Bridge of Glass by the History Museum on Pacific Avenue which would block pedestrian access in that area. More »
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As Mandy already commented on another post I figure I should acknowledge that today is indeed my 28th Birthday. Apparently this is my golden birthday since I'm turning the same age as the day of the event. More »
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There are so many amazing places to eat in Tacoma that it makes my head (waistline and sometimes wallet) spin. I'm pretty sure our grocery shopping schedule has become irregular enough that it's in the minority when it comes to our sources of food. More »
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Plenty of stuff's still flying around about the wall the WSHS wants to erect to honor donors and continue to route pedestrians toward its front doors. There's an editorial today and some renderings of the wall. More »
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Since the pace of blogging has grown more brisk with time, I'm going to try out something new. The following is a round-up of the the week's big entries here at KFnet. More »
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