Are you ready to switch off your screens and ponder or discuss another writing/conversation prompt from my friend Tyrean Martinson’s book? Here’s my take on it. Do you like maps as much as my husband and I do? We have dozens of maps decorating walls, folded in our cars, on shelves, single ones on specific […]
Day Shelters open this weekend
If you’re experiencing homelessness and need a place to visit this weekend, the following service providers are open: Saint Vincent de Paul4009 South 56th St., TacomaFriday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Family Housing Network5050 South Tacoma Way, TacomaThursday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Saturday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Lakewood Historical Society Annual Membership Meeting
Submitted by Phil Raschke The Lakewood Historical Society will hold its annual membership meeting this coming Tuesday, 3 Dec. Meeting will be held at the Lakewood History Museum located at 6114 Motor Avenue SW. Doors will open at 6 pm and meeting will start at 6:30 pm. Elections for 2025 Board positions will be part of the […]
Clover Park School Distict November 2024 Board Review
School Board Recognizes Student Leaders The Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board of Directors recognized student leaders from Lakes High School, Clover Park High School and Harrison Preparatory School. Members of the Superintendent Youth Advisory Council were also honored as were members of the city of Lakewood Youth Council. Student leaders play an important role […]
District 5 Councilmember Announces Plans for Transition to Assessor-Treasurer
TACOMA – Current Council Vice Chair Marty Campbell (District 5) has announced his plans to resign from his Council seat on Dec. 31, 2024, to transition into his new role as Assessor-Treasurer. “It has been a great privilege to serve on the Pierce County Council and to represent the interests of our community in District […]
Zoolights now open at Point Defiance Zoo with over 1 million lights and new displays
TACOMA, Wash. — The highly anticipated Zoolights event is back and brighter than ever! Starting Friday, November 29, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium will be transformed into a winter wonderland, illuminating the holidays with over one million dazzling lights. Pierce County’s largest holiday light celebration opens Friday, Nov. 29 and runs through Sunday, Jan. 5. […]
Jerry Makes Good with the Lord’s Help . . . kinda
The word of God is felt nearby, more than being seen or heard. At this one area on Pacific Highway South, Jerry Ortega and his followers don’t actually follow the teachings of the Lord but somehow, they seem to protect those who do believe. Jerry Ortega had stayed alive in both Afghanistan and the Pacific […]
The Little-known Connection Between Menopause and Oral Health is the Focus of a New Documentary
Submitted by Dr. Jeff Reynolds. Menopause will impact an estimated 500,000 women in Washington state this year, yet 84% of women 50 and older aren’t aware of the important connection to their oral health according to a 2023 study commissioned nationally by Delta Dental. The study commissioned by Delta Dental of California points to hormonal […]
CPSD Inside Schools October Story – Caring for Kids and JBLM Support Schools
LAKEWOOD, Wash. – Getting ready for a new school year can be challenging for students and families. Thanks to Caring for Kids and Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), CPSD students were better prepared to start the school year right with essentials and supplies they needed to thrive. Caring for Kids August is the busiest time of year for […]