A news story from City of Lakewood. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – Over the weekend, local Rotarians, Kiwanians, Lions, students, and residents pitched in to clean up the South Puget Sound Wildlife Area. Volunteers helped by covering graffiti, removing Scotch Broom, and installing benches. A Lakewood resident donated two benches in her father’s name – he regularly […]
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Final FAB Films Feature High Tech Thriller and the Legendary Singer Buddy Holly
A press release from Phil Raschke. A deadly drone circles overhead, known terrorists meet near a crowded plaza, generals and politicians debate the outcome. “Eye in the Sky” is a must see thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Later in the afternoon, get ready to Rock and Roll to some […]
Letter: Wapato Park Still Impressive
Going to Wapato park as a child, 40+ years ago, was always fun. There were trails to hike, ducks to feed, a swimming area and a boat house. One of the more memorable things for me was “climbing” the trail to the backside of the waterfall, which cascaded down to a small fish pond below. […]
The state of Clover Park School District in 2021? In one word: failing
Submitted by John Arbeeny. In response to Superintendent Banner’s presentation before Lakewood United on 23 September 2021, I’d like to give a truer picture of the state of Clover Park School District. Don’t blame COVID for “challenges” in academic performance. Every school district has had the same challenges so it’s a common factor not unique […]
Prepare in a Year: October
A press release from West Pierce Fire & Rescue. West Pierce Fire & Rescue is dedicated to ensuring the community is prepared in the event of a disaster. During major disasters, such as an earthquake, firefighters may be delayed in their response to 9-1-1 calls and the community will need to rely on each other […]
Lakewood Festival to Celebrate Film, Fine Art, and Literature Oct. 8-10
An announcement from City of Lakewood. LAKEWOOD, Wash. – The Lakewood Film, Arts, & Book (FAB) Festival will be held Friday thru Sunday, Oct. 8-10 from 12:30 to 8:00 p.m. The McGavick Conference Center will host the annual celebration of movies, art, and books. The festival is in its ninth year of showcasing award-winning films […]
Two taquerias coming to South Hill and Lakewood
A handful of years ago, Roger Aceituno dabbled in a single restaurant. Now he and his small, locally-grown restaurant group are up to 12 locations. Two of those newest additions will be in South Hill and Lakewood this year. “It’s been extremely overwhelming,” said Aceituno of the fast expansion of his Aceituno’s Mexican Food, his […]
The Lakewood City Council Oct. 4 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Oct. 4 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
CPSD Staff Spotlight: District carpenter Jack Burkhart
A press release from Clover Park School District. Our CPSD Staff Spotlight this week features district carpenter Jack Burkhart. He has worked in the district for 13 years. While his main duties are generally carpentry related, Jack does a little bit of everything around the district. He repairs floors and ceilings, works on roofs, walls […]