Cover: Deborah Ritchie. Photo by Charles Peterson for City Arts.
Cover background: Details of Tacoma Cityscape. Photos by Chris Tumbusch.

The Magic and the Majesty

by Chuck Fowler

Tall ships are returning this Independence Day. Here’s a little historical perspective on the seaworthy beauties that once trolled Commencement Bay.

That Girl

by Jessica Corey-Butler

Deborah Ritchie paid her dues, as a missionary in Mexico and back home as a musician. With her debut CD release, she’s finally getting the attention she deserves.

Braveheart

by Anjali Banerjee

In his acclaimed novels for young adults, Brent Hartinger tells it straight — including the part about gay teens. We profile the writer and preview his forthcoming book.

Curator's Eye

The Hills Are Alive      

Fumiko Kimura, Collage Artist

A local curator selects an artist whose work they think more people should see.

Letters to the Editor

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