Submitted by Dr. Jeff Reynolds. Enjoying a cold drink or an ice cream cone are just a couple of ways we make ourselves comfortable on hot summer days. For a sizable portion of the population, though, indulging in ice-cold foods and beverages, or hot drinks on a cold winter day, can lead to unbearable teeth […]
Kilmer Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Help Ensure Tsunami Alerts Reach Those at Risk
Office of Rep. Derek Kilmer announcement. Tacoma, WA – Today (July 17, 2024), U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) introduced new legislation that would implement recommendations from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) that aim to help improve the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) ability to send tsunami alerts to the public. Following a review of how NOAA sends tsunami […]
Obituary Notices – July 19, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Eunice Doolittle; Afitu Fa’ala’ula’u; Leroy E. Heihn; Roosevelt Leggin. Tuell-McKee Funeral Home: Allan L Dreyer.
Lakewood Lions donation helps buy vest for LPD canine unit
Submitted by Eric Warn. Patrick D. Smith, Lakewood chief of police, left, recently accepted a $700 donation from the Lakewood First Lions Club towards purchasing Kevlar vests for their police dogs. Standing on the right is police officer Joshua Repp and his dog Hawk.
Obituary Notices – July 18, 2024
Mountain View Funeral Home: Avance Byrd II; Ruyen Vu. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Beverly A. Friend; Gladys Orozco; Lois M. Moore; Judith E. Joslin; Virginia A. Edick; Toni R. Doyle; Myles J. Uher. Week’s Dryer Mortuary: John McCroskey Lynn.
The Grand Cinema Announces 2024 Outdoor Movie Series Sponsored by TAPCO Credit Union
Submitted by TAPCO Credit Union. Tacoma, WA – The Grand Cinema is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated Outdoor Movie Series, generously sponsored by TAPCO Credit Union. This summer, join us under the stars for an unforgettable cinematic experience that brings the community together in a safe and entertaining environment. The Outdoor Movie Series will […]
Letter: Inadequate spay neuter clinic access prevents control of feral cat population
Submitted by L. Gorrow. I moved from King County to Pierce county (Tacoma) two years ago. I noticed what appeared to be homeless cats and kittens in my back yard and neighborhood. I had not experienced this in King County. Over time I have learned that two of my neighbors feed homeless cats. The problem […]
Letter: Taken for granted, until you need them
Submitted by JoAnn Jackson. Many County facilities are taken for granted, until you personally need them. During a recent post here, I’ve seen the Humane Society’s name mentioned twice. Many just skip over their reports. Monday I was grateful for their existence. Why? My 13 year-old dog had escaped the night before. He got out […]
Friends of the Lakewood Library Donation Dropoff, July 20
Submitted by Robert Estrada. In preparation for the October 18 and 19 book sales, donation drop off dates are the Saturdays of July 20, August 17, and September 21. Please bring your donations to the back parking lot of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 10630 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood, from 11am to 1PM. In addition […]