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PLU Announces New Master of Science in Kinesiology

Pacific Lutheran University is rolling out a new Master of Science in Kinesiology program aimed at graduate students looking for curriculum blended with real-world experiences as well as working professionals already in the field.

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Pierce County’s Mobile Voting Military Pilot Proves Successful

Pierce County Elections will continue mobile voting following a successful military pilot in the November 2019 General Election.

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TrueBlue Study Reveals Workforce Shortages

A study conducted by Tacoma-based TrueBlue found that workplace managers are having trouble filling low, middle, and high skill jobs in 2019.

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Sound Transit Names New Deputy CEO, Chief Administration Officer

Sound Transit has tapped Mary Cummings, hoping to leverage her experience to help lead the organization through its expansion.

Three Ways Internet Can Boost Your Business Beyond WiFi & Connectivity

The internet is no longer simply the virtual space that houses your website and social media pages. Are you using it to its full potential?

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Made in the South Sound: Making it Rite

Since 1916, Tacoma-based Rite in the Rain has been making weather-resistant paper products for outdoor professionals, such as field scientists, construction workers, and military and first responders.

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Mary Bridge Children’s Festival of Trees Raises $2.1M

The 33rd annual Festival of Trees had a record-breaking year in support of patients and families.

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Puyallup Tribe, City of Tacoma Pass Climate Emergency Declarations

The Tribal Council unanimously passed an 18-point resolution that declares a climate emergency, followed by a similar movement by Tacoma City Council.

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Elevate Health Receives National Certification as Community HUB

Pierce County’s Elevate Health was granted certification from the national Pathways Community HUB Institute, the first in the state to receive the Level-I designation.

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State Board Approves $5.2M for Development Projects in Six Counties

The Washington Community Economic Revitalization Board is investing roughly $5.2 million in low-interest loans and grants to support community, economic, and rural broadband development across the state, including in Lewis and Thurston counties.

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Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber Elects Four Members to Executive Committee

The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber board has announced the addition of new leadership in its executive committee, including Clemencia Castro-Woolery as chair for the 2019-20 fiscal year.

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