Administration Reasoning for Commencement Changes

PLU announced on January 10 via an email from PLU Commencement, that the ceremony at the Tacoma Dome (TD) was going to return to campus and four separate ceremonies...

Christian Cherry: A Loss of Racial Representation for Tacoma Youth

Christian Cherry, a Black Tacoma youth mentor and advocate against youth gun violence, was shot and killed near Bates Technical College on South State Street on December 14, 2023....

PLU Pantry Welcomes All

The PLU Pantry has been a community resource at PLU since pre-Covid times—offering free food to 450+ combined students, staff, and faculty during the fall of 2023. Located on...

Local Business Thrives Years After Covid

Rise and Shine Cabaret Cafe and Amorata Essentia Metaphysical Gift Shop are located on the corner of Garfield and C Street. Owner Tonee Giacaloni is an artist and herbalist who...

Lucky to be at Lucky’s

Stationed to the left of 136th S on Pacific Ave, Lucky’s drive-in has become a staple in the Parkland community. From its perfectly salty fries, gourmet-like burgers, and carefully crafted...