Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) October 20 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
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Presbyterian Women Fall Bazaar – November 4
Submitted by LCOP Presbyterian Women. Saturday, November 4th – Presbyterian Women Fall Bazaar9:00 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Little Church on the Prairie – Prairie Hall6310 Motor Avenue S.W., Lakewood, WA 98499 Handmade quilts, arts/crafts, lovingly baked goodies and a Grannie’s Attic featuring gently used merchandise. Enjoy homemade pie, coffee or tea ($5.00) while visiting […]
Clover Park School Board to Host Board Meeting on Oct. 23
LAKEWOOD, Wash. — The Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting/workshop on Monday, Oct. 23, at 5:30 p.m. in room 4 of the Student Services Center located at 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW, Lakewood, WA 98499. The meeting will also be live-streamed on Zoom and YouTube. Individuals can attend online by visiting […]
In the Book Nook with … Susan Bagby
Author Susan Bagby lives in Akron, Ohio. The retired speech pathologist is now a full-time writer of romance books. She has also been a songwriter for many years and started her first novel five years ago. Susan Bagby’s first book, Christmas Wish Upon A Star, was published in October 2022 with traditional publisher Sands Press […]
Letter: Comparison of 2022 and 2023 CPSD School Rankings and it’s Disappointing
Submitted by John Arbeeny, Lakewood Cares. Below are SchoolDigger.com academic percentile rankings of Clover Park School District (CPSD) and the District’s schools for 2022 and 2023. These percentile rankings compare the academic performance of all districts and schools in Washington State relative to each other and are based upon Office of Superintendent for Public Instruction […]
Recognizing Lakewood Police
Lakewood Police Chief Patrick D. Smith recognized Lakewood police officers and administrative staff at the start of the Lakewood City Council meeting Monday, Oct. 16, 2023. The recognition included Police Chief’s Commendations, Medal of Meritorious Service, Distinguished Service Medal and Life Saving Award. Police Chief’s Commendation: Officer Stephen Moffitt Officer Stephen Moffitt was recognized for […]
West Pierce Emergency Management Coalition Launches New Website
The West Pierce Emergency Management Coalition (WPEMC) has launched a new website, which will have information on local hazards and be utilized during large-scale emergencies to share information. www.westpierceemergency.org This website will be another communication tool for incidents that greatly impact the community, such as when evacuations are necessary. The information shared will be in addition […]
St. Frances Cabrini School is Celebrating 70 years of Education (1953-2023)
Submitted by Monica Davis, Principal. We are so excited to be celebrating our 70th anniversary! It is quite amazing that this school has been an consistent implement of Christ’s mission for 70 years, bringing God’s word to our students, and forming them to be both responsible citizens and active disciples of Christ. Whenever I enter […]
Across the Fence: Plattenbau
There are words with which a German immediately has specific associations. The German term “Plattenbau” (pronounce ‘pluttn-bow, meaning panel building) is one such word; I just hadn’t known that it made it into the English language. Plattenbau, often combined with the term “Siedlung” (pronounce ‘zea-dloong, meaning settlement), is the description of what is often considered […]