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1. Harborstone CU Cuts Nearly 40 Jobs In Restructuring (cutoday.info) — Lakewood-based Harborstone Credit Union has cut nearly 40 positions in a restructuring meant to boost efficiency and long-term sustainability, affecting some branch managers and operations staff. Leaders say they're offering transition support while continuing to expand branches and services across the region, so Lakewood members may see staffing changes even as the institution keeps growing.
2. This Pierce County city considered allowing weed sales. Here's the decision (thenewstribune.com) — Lakewood's City Council has narrowly voted to keep its long‑standing ban on cannabis sales, rejecting an ordinance that would have allowed regulated marijuana businesses in specific parts of town. Supporters argued legal sales could reduce opioid use and boost revenue, while opponents said residents overwhelmingly opposed the change and questioned whether it would benefit Lakewood's future.
3. That's a wrap: Major I-5 HOV construction project completed in DuPont/JBLM (wa.gov) — Drivers in Lakewood now benefit from a completed I‑5 HOV project that stretches from Mounts Road up to Gravelly Lake Drive, adding extended carpool lanes and safety upgrades. The work includes a new diverging diamond interchange at DuPont, better access to JBLM, higher bridge clearances, and improved signals to ease backups, promising smoother commutes through this busy corridor.
4. Will median home prices reach $1 million soon in this part of Pierce County? (thenewstribune.com) — Lakewood homeowners are seeing a modest 0.7% dip in assessed residential property values this year, similar to small declines across Pierce County. While the article focuses on Gig Harbor's near‑million‑dollar median prices, it explains how county assessments affect future tax bills and how high interest rates, job trends, and construction costs are shaping housing affordability region‑wide.
5. Dallas based company agrees to settlement following discrimination investigation (myhighplains.com) — A Dallas-based logistics company has agreed to a $500,000 settlement after a federal investigation found it favored male applicants over women at several facilities, including one in Lakewood. The EEOC says the case aims to break down sex-based job stereotypes and ensure employers give qualified women a fair chance at physically demanding roles.
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