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1 week ago | thenewstribune.com | Becca Most

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroomGood Luck Shop opens in Proctor with sustainable fashion and home goods focus. Owner Ginny McClure sources apparel from small, independent, ethical brands. Store replaces long-time Envy Boutique and emphasizes slow fashion principles. If you’ve been wondering what’s behind the papered windows of a new store in Tacoma’s downtown Proctor district, you’ll have the first chance to check out Good Luck Shop on Saturday for its soft opening.

1 week ago | thenewstribune.com | Becca Most

Lakewood City Hall Peter Haley The News Tribune archive AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroomLakewood City Council approved Doug Russell as city manager with $265K salary. Russell brings more than 20 years of city leadership experience from various states. City praised Russell’s success in economic growth and downtown revitalization. After considering five finalists, the Lakewood City Council unanimously has approved Doug Russell to be the new city manager.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Becca Most

After considering five finalists, the Lakewood City Council unanimously has approved Doug Russell to be the new city manager. The choice Monday concluded a national search, a public open house and several meetings with community stakeholders and employees. In a news release, Mayor Jason Whalen said Russell was chosen for his qualifications. Russell is the city manager of Kalispell, Montana (which has a population of about 31,000 people) and has been in that role since 2012, according to the city.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Becca Most |Peter Talbot

Stories by Tacoma News Tribune journalists, with AI summarizationThis collection of stories explores Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank's leadership and his early challenges in office. When he was sworn in, Swank said he would combat human trafficking and prioritize transparent communication. He has also expressed a desire to collaborate with federal immigration authorities, which led to a legal dispute.

1 week ago | thenewstribune.com | Isha Trivedi |Becca Most

This collection of stories explores recent upgrades and new playground installations across Pierce County parks. A $900,000 playground in Puyallup with climbing boulders and a barn theme aims to celebrate the city's agricultural past. Meanwhile, Chief Leschi Park in DuPont is getting a $400,000 playground upgrade. In Tacoma, schoolyards at Whitman and Mann elementary schools got new play equipment that is open to the public after school, increasing public access to green spaces.