Submitted by Sue Jeffery, Kodiak, Alaska. When Marty Owen was a youngster, he’d stand next to his dad as they brushed their teeth together every morning. Eventually, Marty noticed that some of his dad’s teeth were missing when his dad took the bridge with four artificial teeth out of his mouth to clean it. “He’d […]
Lakewood
Operation Green Light
Office of Jani Hitchen, Pierce County Council, District 6 announcement. The second item surrounds Veterans Day, which we will be celebrating tomorrow, November 11. District 6 covers all of Joint Base Lewis-McChord and many of our over 85,000 veterans in our county call District 6 their home or where they access medical care, services, and […]
Letter: Turning The Page
The Book of Judges in biblical history is a long period of time in which the nation of Israel would repeatedly need deliverance, albeit temporary. The Book of Ruth in stark contrast to the scenes of so much strife that characterize the preceding pages, is one of great love and devotion. The two books are […]
Book Signing with Susanne Bacon at SHMA Holiday Store
Perhaps you are a reader of my Friday column “Across the Fence” in the Suburban Times. But have you also ever read one of my Wycliff novel series? Here is another opportunity for you to meet me, have a chat, and get yourself a signed copy of my very latest book, “Major Musings”. As all […]
Show your spirit! Participate in our Parade of Lights
City of Lakewood announcement. Our annual Holiday Parade of Lights is back at Lakewood Towne Center, Saturday, Dec. 10 starting at 4:30 p.m. We hope you’ll join us to celebrate. Line the parade route, or better yet, join the parade! Seeking parade participants Questions? Email Recreation Coordinator Sally Martinez or learn more here.
Pierce College Board of Trustees Announces Selection of Next Chancellor and CEO
Pierce College announcement. The Pierce College Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Julie A. Manley White as the next chancellor and CEO of Pierce College District. The Board of Trustees made the announcement at a meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022. Dr. White has served as president of Pierce College Fort Steilacoom since 2019, providing […]
Vet Clinic, Nov ’22
Submitted by Chas. Ames. Chas. is a certified Veterans Service Officer. Link to all Vet Clinic columns.
Letter: “Are You Coming Grandpa?”
She wanted me to see, to take her little hand – or not, as currently they were stuffed in her pockets – but to be there, to stand on the porch in the sunshine with her, maybe go for a walk together. For a moment, the sun was so bright it cast shadows so long […]
Volunteers needed Caring for Kids
Submitted by Diane Formoso. The Caring for Kids Holiday Fair will be held Saturday, December 10th with setup on Friday, December 9th at Thomas Middle School. We will be serving 800 families with gifts for their kids plus a ham for dinner. We need volunteers starting at 3:00 P.M. on Friday and 7:30 A.M. on […]