The park ranger at the entrance to the Sol Doc Valley in Washington’s Olympic National Park asked where I was going. “High Divide Loop,” I answered. “Oh man! Somethin’ special!” he replied. As I drove on up the mountain road to the trailhead, I brushed away tears. It was the day of what would have […]
Lakewood First Lions grill at Camp Leo
The Lakewood First Lions Club recently grilled hamburgers and hot dogs for students and parents attending a camp for children with diabetes. Camp Leo is located in Auburn and is dedicated to enriching the lives of those affected by Type 1 diabetes though programs that inspire, empower, educate and promote community. The Lions Club also […]
Local students named to dean’s list at Washington University in St. Louis
The following students have been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2024 semester at Washington University in St. Louis. Lakewood’s David Duong is enrolled in the McKelvey School of Engineering. To qualify for the Dean’s List in the McKelvey School of Engineering, students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.6 or […]
Plan for weekend I-5 lane closures in both directions near Nisqually River July 26-28
DUPONT – Weekend travelers who use Interstate 5 approaching the Nisqually River will want to plan for a series of lane closures. Southbound Travelers will see southbound I-5 reduced to one lane at Mounts Road during overnight and early morning hours for pavement repairs. The ramp from Mounts Road to southbound I-5 will also close […]
Sandesh Sadalge Sworn in to Tacoma City Council District 4 Position
TACOMA, Wash. – Sandesh Sadalge has officially sworn in to the Tacoma City Council District 4 position, for a term to expire December 31, 2025. Council Member Sadalge is the first person of South Asian descent to serve on the City Council. “I am humbled and honored to be selected for appointment to the District […]
Obituary Notices – July 25, 2024
New Tacoma Cemeteries and Funeral Home: Elpidio Biscocho Banez Jr. Mountain View Funeral Home: Clifford Yarborough III. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Doris J. Bartlett.
Tacoma’s Jack Hyde Beach: Advisory Lifted
The water at Tacoma’s Jack Hyde Beach is safe to enter. The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department lifted the advisory for people to keep out of the water at Tacoma’s Jack Hyde Beach. The health department issued the advisory July 17 because of high bacteria levels. Results from water samples collected July 22 indicate the public health concern […]
Summer Zoolympics
The 2024 Summer Olympics are starting this week, and our animals are joining in to show off their unique skills and talents. See who we think would win gold in the Zoolympics! Professional sports climbing is a newer sport in the Olympics. These goat kids were born experts at climbing and jumping to new heights. […]
Public input sought for Primley Park improvements
The City of Lakewood is making improvements to Primley Park and wants to hear from park visitors and neighbors what they want to see. Members of the Lakewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will be at the park Wednesday July 31 from 5:30–7 p.m. to share information about the status of improvements at Primley Park. […]