City of Lakewood announcement. The Lakewood City Council took unanimous action Monday adopting an ordinance that protects some of the city’s oldest and most significant trees. “This ordinance strikes a balance and moves the needle forward on tree preservation in the city. This is a significant step in our continued efforts to protect trees, […]
Pierce County awards $9.6 million in ARPA sewer and water utility infrastructure grants
Pierce County announcement. Pierce County is awarding a total of $9.6 million to fund sewer and water system infrastructure improvement projects through its federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant program. The Planning and Public Works Department received 28 total applications for the ARPA Sewer and Water Utilities Infrastructure Grant Program’s Partnership and Support programs. […]
Apprentice Interpreter Applications Due Dec. 1
Metro Parks Tacoma announcement. The Apprentice Interpreter program begins in January of each year. It is a hands-on learning program that incorporates living history skills and the instruction of trades as part of a comprehensive training program. The program gives high-school students the opportunity to enhance their 19th century skills in order to share these with the […]
New program: Yoga & Meditation at the Pavilion
City of Lakewood announcement. Live your best life! The city of Lakewood is excited to announce a new program it is piloting at the Pavilion at Fort Steilacoom Park. Starting Nov. 14, 2022 we will offer $5 yoga inside our beautiful Pavilion. Whether you are a first-timer to yoga or an experienced yogi, this event […]
Obituary Notices – November 9, 2022
Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Helen Marie Osborne; Robert E Glovier. Mountain View Funeral Home: Linda Carol Blomberg; Donnie Kimble. Fir Lane Memorial Park: Alvin L. Reiten. Powers Funeral Home: John Rudy Anderle. Week’s Dryer Mortuary: Rosalie Iris Kuester.
N. Tacoma Avenue closure at N. 1st Street for final restoration has started
Sound Transit announcement. Construction is occurring throughout the Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension project area. Crews are finishing the roadway restoration, working on station finishes, adjusting utilities, paint striping on the street, systems testing and installing crosswalks in various locations along the Hilltop Tacoma Link project area. Please allow for extra travel time to get to […]
Puyallup: 7th St. NW and W Stewart Ave intersection closures
Sound Transit announcement. Sound Transit’s contractor will close the intersection of 7th St. NW and W Stewart Ave during the daytime on November 9th, 10th, and potentially 11th for new traffic signal installation. The intersection will be closed again for asphalt grinding and overlay, which is expected to take place on Monday, November 14th, but […]
The American Scene – Democracy or Autocracy?
Submitted by Bob Warfield. A history of human progress may be aligned with one aspect of culture or many. Many come to bear: art and architecture, theater, science and technology. But governance, that circle of affiliation and security beyond family by which survival and association gains idea and expression for practical application, is the root […]
Planning for a 100-year flood on Clover Creek
City of Lakewood social media post. A 100-year flood on Clover Creek could washout Springbrook, take out I-5 & cause flooding up to Clover Park High School. On Nov. 10 (7-8:30 p.m.) we’ll discuss 4 alternatives to address rising waters. Join us: Lakewood City Hall, 6000 Main St. SW. Details: cityoflakewood.us/clover-creek-f…