Tacoma wins $30M federal grant to upgrade stormwater infrastructure

Nothing beats a clear July day on Ruston Way. My kid caught his first crab last weekend. We boiled it. He didn’t eat it. That’s OK. Sometimes the win is just showing up. Let's get into it.

TACOMA BUSINESS:

• Stormwater system overhaul starts Q4: Pipes, pumps, and public jobs. Clean water is non-negotiable — especially with climate volatility.
• Tacoma Mall getting a post-retail reboot: New apartments + offices + green space. The mall’s dead, long live the mall.
• Clover Park Tech adds EV mechanic training: Ford, Rivian, and Tesla all recruiting grads. Future-proofing the trades.
• Salish Sea Seaweed opens Tacoma office: Sustainable food startup with NOAA ties. Weird niche, big potential.

WHAT'S HAPPENING:

• Freedom Fair | July 4 | Ruston Way
  Fireworks + F-22s + funnel cake. Get there early, stay late.
• Hilltop Block Party | July 6 | MLK Jr. Way
  Community roots run deep here. Bring your crew.
• B&O Vintage Train Ride | July 5-6 | Tacoma Rail Museum
  Your kids will love it. You’ll low-key love it more.

RESTAURANT/SPOT:

Macaluso’s Italian on 6th — Still criminally underrated. The lasagna will ruin you for other lasagna.

REAL ESTATE WATCH:

• Tacoma area homes average 12 days on market — fastest this year.
• Interest rate freeze? Buyers are jumping back in.

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