I admit that my life anymore is an open book, the pages tear stained. It’s a sad story, at least this current chapter. I must remember before leaving the house to be sure to have a handkerchief in my pocket. Someone will ask me how I am doing and that will be all it’ll take. […]
Seahawks player aims to inspire JBLM youth
Story by Pamela Sleezer, Joint Base Lewis-McChord Public Affairs Office. JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD, Wash. – The children of service members at Joint Base Lewis-McChord had the opportunity to run through football drills under the guidance of the Seattle Seahawks’ own Dre’Mont Jones July 18-19. Jones, a defensive end who only recently signed with the Seattle team, […]
Local Filmmaker Donovan Wilson Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Complete His Latest Short Film
Submitted by Donovan Wilson. Tacoma-based filmmaker Donovan Wilson has launched a crowdfunding campaign in hopes of raising funds to complete post-production on his latest film, tentatively titled “Jacob’s Ladder.” The film tells the story of a drug-addicted young man who is compelled to seek help after having a vivid dream. Wilson is passionate about creating […]
Cooling in the Summer Heat
Office of Jani Hitchen, Pierce County Council, District 6 announcement. While other parts of the country and world are experiencing extreme heat, for the Pacific Northwest, we have been dry and warm for weeks. While many in our community have started to invest in things like heat pumps, air conditioners and other ways to cool […]
Lakewood City Manager July 21 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) July 21 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Marine Beach Warning Advisory at Tacoma’s Titlow Beach
Don’t swim or wade at Titlow Beach in Tacoma. Tests of water we sampled July 17 and 19 show high levels of bacteria that increase your risk of gastrointestinal illness if you contact it. We posted advisory signs and will continue to monitor bacteria levels there. When bacteria levels no longer show increased risks to […]
Building Codes Implementation Date Correction
The July edition of the Lakewood Economic Development Newsletter stated that building codes went into effect on July 1, 2023. This is incorrect. The State Building Code Council voted to delay the implementation of the 2021 Washington Building Codes under the emergency rule for 120 days starting on June 30, 2023. The 2021 ICC Building […]
JBLM will conduct mortar training July 24-28
Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct day and nighttime mortar training from July 24 at 8 p.m. to July 28 at 11:59 p.m. Public queries or comments about noise may be directed to JBLM Public Affairs.
Strickland Secures Provisions To Improve Air Travel
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. Today (July 20, 2023), U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced that her provisions to modernize airport management systems, improve public transit access to airports, support FAA employees, and create aviation career pathways for veterans were included in the bipartisan Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act that passed the House. […]