QUESTION: Will Lakewood Benefit Directly From The 2015 U.S. Open?

The USGA completed its signature event Sunday at The Olympic Club in San Francisco with Webb Simpson raising the trophy. But one media outlet described how the Open's biggest attraction was its merchandise tent.

Real Estate: YouTube Open House

Here are some videos showing houses for sale in Lakewood, all posted in the last week on YouTube.

Readers, Tell Us What Should Go Here: Forza Coffee On Edgewater Drive

Coffee shop closed unexpectedly in January 2011.

It's Not Too Late to Sign Up As a Vendor At City's Inaugural Farmers Market

Organizers hoping for 30 vendors at market which kicks off July 10 and runs every Tuesday through Aug. 28.

Wanted: Friendly Volunteers to Help Out At City's Visitor Information Center

Four-hour weekly shifts mainly consist of light office work and interacting with people needing directions or wanting to chat.

Local Children's Shoe Company Linked to Import of Lead Tainted Shoes

Woodinville-based See Kai Run quickly reached out to customers after discovering some of its shoes were part of a tainted shipment from China.

Attention, Local Small-Business Owners: How Does a $250,000 Grant Sound?

Chase and LivingSocial are partnering for Mission: Small Business, a program that is awarding grants to 12 small businesses nationwide. Applications are being accepted through June 30.

REPORT: Pierce County Housing Market Continues Showing Improvement Signs

Data show home sales rose and median prices largely remained stable in May.

Readers, Tell Us What Should Go Here: QFC Grocery Store On Bridgeport Way

Lakewood's most upscale grocery store closed in 2010.

Sweet: Friday Is National Doughnut Day

Krispy Kreme in Tacoma will be handing out free donuts Friday.

Readers, Tell Us What Should Go Here: Former Gottschalks Department Store

Two-story building on Main Street has been empty since 2009.

Brace Yourself For Lakewood's First "Cash Mob" on Friday

Bring $20 and purchase items at Lakewood Hardware and Paint, get to know fellow residents and have fun. Dancing optional.

Lakewood Farmers Market Accepting Vendor Applications For This Summer

The goal for 2012 is to have 20-30 vendors selling fresh foods, arts and crafts.

Operation: GoodJobs To Help Veterans Returning Into Civilian Life

Tacoma Goodwill is one of three agencies in the country selected to participate in a pilot program to empower military veterans with the tools they need to find employment, succeed in the workplace and permanently support their families.

ABC Producers To Visit Renton For "Bachelor" And "Bachelorette" Open Casting Call

The audition will take place for four hours on June 9. Applications are available online, or at any shop or restaurant at The Landing.

Hostess Lays Off 53 Employees in Lakewood

The company sent out letters Friday to all 18,000 of its workers nationwide that they could be laid off in the next two months, as it is in Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

LeMay - America's Car Museum's Grand Opening Scheduled for June 2

The 165,000-square-foot facility next to the Tacoma Dome will offer a full slate of opening weekend activities.

MamaCon Event Offers Workshops, Fun for Modern Moms

The MamCon conference, started by Seattle-area moms Amy Lang and Kim Estes, will be held May 18-19 at the Hilton Bellevue.

Attention, Frappuccino Lovers: Starbucks Happy Hour Is Coming Back

Half-price drinks between 3-5 p.m. and a new Chocolate Cookie Crumble flavor? Yes!

COSTCO: CNBC Episode Focuses on Why It's Largest Membership Club Chain

Low prices and $1.50 hot dog are part of what keeps this Kirkland-based businesses booming, but we already knew that.

Cash Mobs Are Coming To Lakewood

In a cash mob, a group of people descends on a business to buy, buy, buy. The destination is revealed through social media. Then, the mob pops up at the business to browse and shop.

Farmers Market Rolls Out Logo, Poster

Eight-week test run starts July 10 in front of City Hall.

The Secret Menu at Starbucks

Ordering at Starbucks often sounds like ordering coffee in another language; now make other customers wonder when you order "The Nutella" or "Captain Crunch."

Business Owners: How to Manage Your Free Listing On Lakewood Patch

Attention local businesses, you have a home in our "Patch Places." Claim your free listing, hop online and add photos, menus, promotions, reach out to your customers and respond to ratings and reviews today!

READERS' CHOICE: Where’s the Best Place In Town to Buy Sporting Goods?

Vote in our poll and let us know in the comments.

Readers’ Choice Poll: Where’s the Best Place to Do Your Last-Minute Taxes in Lakewood?

Vote in our poll and let us know in the comments.

THE WEEKEND: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Gems and Derby Dames

Sounds like a fun weekend in and around Lakewood, if you ask us.

THE WEEKEND: Book Sales, Pipe Bands and Princesses

Check out our recommendations for fun, interesting things to do in and around Lakewood.

Video Tutorial: Unlock the Power of Your Directory Listing By Claiming It!

This video tutorial shows you how to unlock the power of your directory listing by claiming your listing and also covers the benefits of doing so.

READERS' CHOICE: Where Should I Celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

There are plenty of places in Lakewood to unleash the Irish in you. Help us decide which one's the best.

THE WEEKEND: Clover Park STEM Fair, The Color Purple and More

Check out our recommendations for fun and interesting things to do this weekend in and around Lakewood.

Is This the Best Gas Price in Lakewood?

Gas prices are on the way up again, and drivers are not likely to get relief soon.

Businesses: Claim Your Listing, Make Patch Work for You

Business owners are encouraged to claim listings in Patch Places to better promote their business and inform Lakewood Patch readers.

Sunny #7 Wins 'Reader's Choice' for Best Teriyaki in Town

Congratulations to this week's winner, Sunny #7 Teriyaki Japanese Restaurant in Lakewood. Now it's time to nominate your favorite preschool for our next Reader's Choice contest.

Convenience or Over Saturation With New 7-Eleven Coming on Busy Corner in Lakewood?

A 7-Eleven is slated to fill the old China King Buffet location on the corner of 100th Street/Lakewood Drive. Patch asks if this is a not-needed business and what type of property redevelopment you would like to see.

Best of Series Launches Monday

Vote in our weekly Best of poll. Results posted on Fridays.

Meet Kaiser the German Shepherd or Jezebel the Cat

The 7-year-old dog is neutered and came to the shelter when his owner was unable to take care of him.

Lakebridge Forza Coffee Shop in Lakewood Closes Its Doors Friday

The java hub that brought local business together for networking and good conversation didn't bring in a strong enough customer base. Owners are taking their equipment and moving into the Lakewood YMCA and purchasing the DuPont Forza.

Lakewood Gallery & Framing Offering $100 Coupon

The local business has a special deal that could save you 60 percent on a framing project.

Best Burger in Town? Maybe Not But Five Guys Does it Right

Its menu was a little pricey but the well-known burger joint is unlike any other fast-food restaurant in Lakewood. They feature four different kinds of hot dogs, burgers and some of the tastiest Cajun French fries I've ever had.