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Nurses at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma have ratified a new contract with the Washington State Nurses Association, achieving a remarkable 93.6% approval. The contract includes significant wage increases, workplace violence protections, and recognizes Juneteenth as a holiday, benefiting the 1,250 nurses represented.
Tuladhara Yoga in Tacoma's Proctor District will close by December 31 to make way for The Snug Pub, a family-friendly Irish-American pub concept. The pub, featuring a unique menu including rattlesnake sausage, aims to open in Spring 2025 after completing renovations.
The Snug Pub is set to take over the Craftsman house in Tacoma’s Proctor District, replacing Tuladhara Yoga, which will hold its last class on December 23, 2024. The Evans family plans to launch the family-friendly Irish pub in Spring 2025, featuring a menu with shepherd's pie and rattlesnake sausage.
Innovative apartment plans are reshaping urban living in the South Sound, focusing on community-centric designs and efficient land use. Redeveloping former schools and bank branches into multi-family housing aims to meet housing demands while enhancing community spaces.
Pierce County is addressing homelessness through various initiatives, including a partnership between the Tacoma Housing Authority and local schools to support families facing rising rents. However, challenges such as funding disparities and bureaucratic hurdles hinder access to federal support, leading to calls for a Unified Regional Approach.
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A state audit report revealed that the Pierce County Library System misclassified nearly $16 million in financial statements for 2022 and 2023 due to inadequate internal controls and staff training, highlighting the need for accurate financial reporting to maintain public trust.
A state audit revealed that the Pierce County Library System misclassified nearly $16 million in financial statements for 2022 and 2023 due to inadequate internal controls. The library has acknowledged these errors and is committed to enhancing staff training and financial reporting processes, with the state auditor confirming that no funds were missing, only misclassified.
A state audit has uncovered nearly $16 million in financial misclassifications within the Pierce County Library System for 2022 and 2023. The Washington State Auditor's report pointed out deficiencies in internal controls and staff training, but confirmed that no funds were missing. The library system has accepted the findings and plans to implement the auditor's recommendations.
Tacoma Police Department has dismantled a large illegal cannabis operation, seizing over 7,000 marijuana plants and related items. The operation, while licensed in Washington state, was allegedly selling products on the black market. A 35-year-old licensee has been arrested and charged with unlawful possession and manufacturing of a controlled substance.