During my half-century as a Lakewood citizen and City of Lakewood pioneer, I spent 15 years patrolling the streets of Lakewood as a police officer. During my last ten years in Lakewood, I wrote over 700 plus columns for The Suburban Times titled Westside Story. I still claim to be on the West Side but […]
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Kid Life; Kebo’s Big Boy circa mid 1970’s
This story was originally posted in late May of this year on the “You Know You’re From Lakewood” Facebook site. There was a kindness in his eyes. The sort of thing that led you to believe that when he spoke, it would be the sound of kindness. Or timid. A softer shade of human comes […]
Heartwarming Film “Stan and Ollie” to Play at Lakewood History Museum Aug. 24
A news story from Phil Raschke. The Lakewood History Museum is proud to present the heartwarming film “Stan and Ollie”, the untold story of the world’s greatest comedy team’s attempted comeback. The film will play on Tuesday, Aug. 24 at 6:30 pm in the museum’s new film and special events room. This outstanding 2018 film […]
Lakewood seeks to fill 3 vacancies on Parks and Recreation Advisory board
The Lakewood City Council is currently seeking volunteers to fill three (3) vacancies on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The terms of the vacant positions are for three years through September 19, 2024. The roles and responsibilities, meeting times, and terms of the vacant positions are described in the Notice of Vacancy. Interested applicants can submit an application form […]
City of Lakewood “Means Business” Regarding Tree Preservation
A story from City of Lakewood. What is the City of Lakewood doing now to protect trees? Chapter 18A of the Lakewood Municipal Code regulates land use and development, and section 18A.70 Article III regulates tree preservation. The City also observes LMC Title 14, Environmental Protection and the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The removal of “significant” trees is regulated, and […]
The Lakewood City Council August 9 Meeting Agenda
The Lakewood City Council will hold a Study Session on August 9 (7 PM). Access the agenda and access instructions here.
LTAC Applications for 2022 Grant Awards
A press release from City of Lakewood. The City of Lakewood is soliciting project proposals that support and encourage tourism and cultural activities in Lakewood, WA. The source of monies from which projects will be funded is the City’s share of taxes collected on overnight stays at hotels, motels and short‐term rentals, including such activities […]
Lakewood City Manager August 6 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) August 6 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Clover Park School Board to host Regular Board Meeting Aug. 9
A press release from Clover Park School District. LAKEWOOD, Wash — The Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board of Directors will hold its regular board meeting on Monday, Aug. 9 at 6 p.m. The regular board meeting will be held at the CPSD’s District Office and live streamed on Zoom for those who cannot attend […]