The South Sound’s not-to-be-missed summer celebration is July 15, when the City of Lakewood hosts its annual SummerFEST. This free festival is the city’s largest event of the year and offers something fun for everyone. The party kicks off at 11 a.m. with welcoming remarks by Mayor Jason Whalen. Immediately following House Band of Lakewood takes the […]
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Letter: Look Up
We were wearily trudging back to our vehicle parked somewhere ahead – too far, to hear the grandkids moaning – after an afternoon hike to the beach. We had enjoyed attempting to bomb a piece of driftwood into oblivion; clambered about among the rocks; pretended to fend off bears, snakes, and other non-existent figments of […]
Thirteenth Annual ‘Independence from Hunger’ Campaign
Submitted by Grocery Outlet Bargain Market. Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, extreme-value grocery retailer, today launched its 13th consecutive Independence from Hunger Food Drive to combat food insecurity. From June 28 – July 31, 2023, the campaign will collect cash donations and pre-made bags of nonperishable foods in-store at Grocery Outlet’s 450 locations that will be […]
Summer Nights at the Pavilion
The Pavilion at Fort Steilacoom Park will be rocking Tuesday, June 27 as Chapter 5 takes the stage to kick off the city’s free summer concert series. If you haven’t seen Chapter 5 in person yet, you don’t want to miss their 90-minute set that spans generations from Marvin Gaye to Ne-Yo. Enjoy classic R&B […]
The Lakewood City Council June 26 Meeting Agendas
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Joint Meeting with the Lakewood Water District on June 26 (6 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here. That meeting with be followed by a City Council Study Session at 7 pm. Access the agenda and access instructions here.
Last Fishing Trip
The man was dying of cancer. That was the gloomy assessment of the caller who had called to rent one of our fishing boats. Stooped over his walker, the elderly man slowly made his way down the ramp to the dock. With the assistance of his friends, he took his place near the boat’s stern […]
CPSD Partners with Lakewood Family YMCA for Late Nite
Clover Park School District (CPSD) is partnering with the Lakewood Family YMCA for Late Nite beginning June 26. Late Nite is a free teen wellness and violence prevention program that offers all CPSD students in grades 6-12 a safe space to spend time with friends, meet new people and stay active each weeknight this summer. […]
Waughop Lake alum treatment planned
During the week of June 26, 2023 the city’s contractor will apply treatment to Waughop Lake. The current level of phosphorus in the lake is at a level that could result in potentially hazardous algae blooms. Waughop Lake has a long history of toxic algae blooms resulting in the issuance of health advisories by the […]
9th Annual “Buffalo Soldiers” Golf Classic, Aug. 24
Get Ready! The 9th Annual Buffalo Soldiers Golf Classic is set for Thursday, 24 August at Eagles Pride Golf Course in DuPont, WA. Come join the fun and show your support to our great civilian and military community. Registration includes green fees, golf cart, special gift bag plus a tasty Buffet Breakfast and Lunch. Also […]