Tacoma's First Newspaper – The Tacoma Herald, 1877

06 September 2008, 7:07 pm

In 1877, Francis H. Cook, a journalistic pioneer, founded the Tacoma Herald, Tacoma's first newspaper. At that time, New Tacoma boasted a population of only forty-five people, thirteen of whom were school children. During the legislative session of 1877, in Olympia, Mr. Cook reported each day's wor... read more

Asarco settles Wa. environmental claims (Arizona Daily Star)

6 September 2008, 12:10 am

Copper producer Asarco agreed to settle a potential $45.8 million in claims for $5 million.... read more

City of Kirkland, WA Positions Itself as a Staycation Destination (PRWeb via Yahoo! News)

6 September 2008, 12:01 am

The waterfront city of Kirkland, Washington is encouraging "staycation" travelers to "Fall in Love with Kirkland." With moderate temperatures and beautiful autumn colors, the months of September, October and November in Kirkland hold great opportunity for weekend or longer vacations loaded with grea... read more

Northwest Company Launches Phix Energy -- New Beverage Provides Sustained Energy and Mental Clarity (PRWeb via Yahoo! News)

5 September 2008, 8:00 am

PHIX ENERGY is a new, all-natural beverage that provides sustained energy and mental clarity... read more

Monte Shelton Jaguar Regional Races to Impact Northwest Road Racing Championship Battles (PRWeb via Yahoo! News)

5 September 2008, 12:01 am

More than 20 class titles have yet to be decided.... read more

Let the lights shine: It's prep kickoff time (Seattle Times)

4 September 2008, 12:15 am

Flip the switch. It's time for Friday Night Lights in the state of Washington.... read more