There were many of them, hundreds perhaps. Several were etched with messages of endearing love, a never-letting-go love, a number of them symbolizing their forever love by two matching locks being intertwined and locked together. Presumably, the keys to all were tossed to be forever lost in the loud and raging waters cascading to the […]
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Notice of Vacancy – American Lake Management District No. 1 Advisory Committee
The City of Lakewood is accepting applications to fill one (1) position representing the private property owners on the on the American Lake – Lake Management District Advisory Committee. The term of the vacant position is June 2, 2025 through June 2, 2028. DESCRIPTION: The purpose of the American Lake – Lake Management District No. 1 Advisory […]
Pierce County Library Board to review 2024 final budget and conduct other business
At the Pierce County Library System’s Board of Trustees’ Wednesday, March 12, 3:30 p.m., regular meeting, the Board will review the Library’s 2024 final budget, consider updates to policies, and address additional business. The Board will review the final revenue the Library System received in 2024, to operate the Library System. The majority of the Library’s revenue comes from taxes on […]
Hear about the sister fort of Lakewood’s Fort Steilacoom on Sunday, March 16
Join historian Major (retired) Jefferson Davis for a fascinating look at the early history of Vancouver Barracks, formerly known as Fort Vancouver. Davis will speak online at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, as part of Fort Steilacoom’s 175th anniversary series. Founded in 1849 by the U.S. Army, Vancouver Barracks became a key military post […]
The most important decision this Lakewood City Council is going to make
One can never predict the future, of course, but the choice of a new city manager is probably the most important decision the current Lakewood City Council is going to make. So you, informed citizen, are going to want to know about it. I’ll tell you what little I know, and then please stay tuned […]
Lakewood Playhouse will be presenting The Laramie Project: Cycle for One Weekend Only
Lakewood Playhouse in association with Ghost Light Theatricals are delighted to announce an extraordinary weekend of theatre as we present THE LARAMIE PROJECT CYCLE. Following the overwhelming response we have received to The Laramie Project from audiences and critics alike, we are honored to offer the opportunity for our patrons to experience The Laramie Project: […]
Letter: From Sunrise to Sunset
From sunrise to sunset, from start to finish, from beginning to end, from east to west, from Washington to Tennessee, grandeur, and beauty, and majesty, and glory, and royalty, and dignity are on display. Encompassing all, the whole earth with respect to all its inhabitants and creatures are witnesses and are given pause and cause […]
Lakewood YMCA “World Champion Three-peats”
Submitted by Submitted by Lakewood YMCA. Each year, the Lakewood YMCA participates in a worldwide competition, hosted by Expresso Bike, which is owned by Blue Goji. Competition cyclists can earn donations for each mile ridden. Each participating YMCA, worldwide, raises funds to support their chosen cause. The Lakewood YMCA, as it has the last several […]
Proposed state legislation could negatively impact cities trying to respond to homelessness
Like many local governments, the City of Lakewood struggles to connect unhoused individuals with shelter and available services. This connection is sometimes as simple as outreach and education. At other times, the solution is much more complicated. The Lakewood City Council adopted an ordinance in 2024 based directly off an ordinance out of Grants, Pass […]