Tacoma

I've got many places to update tonight so I'll keep it brief: the schools won!

Prop 1 is currently passing by 63.44%, and Prop 2 by 57.86%.

About 27,000 votes have been counted so far. These numbers aren't expected to change except for a slight rise on the "yes" side, as late votes tend to favor the schools.

A lot of people are very relieved tonight.

Thank you, Tacoma!

WSHM Press Release:

Explore the Sasquatch mystery in Giants in the Mountains: The Search for Sasquatch, on view January 23 through June 27 at the Washington State History Museum.

This Saturday, more than 200 people crowded in to a meeting room at Urban Grace Church to kick off the 2010 School Levy Campaign. On February 9th, Tacoma voters will decide the fate of 22% of the district's operating budget, as well as capital levy funding for construction or renovation of three schools, and small projects throughout the district.

Happy New Year, Tacoma! We made it to midnight. (Barely)

We're charging up the camera, swigging caffeinated soda and getting ready to head downtown for the biggest event of the year: First Night!

Our first year in Tacoma we had an amazing time at First Night 2005. I've been volunteering with the organization since 2007, and it has been so amazing to see our New Year's Eve festival roar back to life.