New Ways for Lakewood Households to Get Free Internet Service

More than 5,000 Households in Lakewood Can get Connected through Federal Government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

Comcast Opens New Xfinity Store In Lakewood

New Xfinity Store Features Welcoming & Modern Retail Environment that Highlights Xfinity Home and Comcast Business Technology Offerings

Report: Reliable WiFi More Important than Reliable Transportation

During Another Challenging Year, Data Reveals How WiFi Enabled People to Pursue What Mattered to Them Most

JBLM Announces Basewide Job Fair This Weekend

Looking for a new line of work? There will be plenty of options here to choose from.

4 Lawmakers COVID-19 Positive For Start Of Legislative Session

The 60-day legislative session will mostly be held remotely after lawmakers expressed concerns about COVID-19 transmission in the capitol.

New Wi-Fi 6E Technology Coming to Comcast Subscribers in Lakewood

Consumers Will Experience Faster Speeds, Lower Latency, and Increased Capacity to Support Massive Influx of Connected Devices in Their Homes

Washington's Minimum Wage To Rise In 2022

Minimum wage workers across the state can look forward to slightly healthier paychecks starting this weekend.

Comcast Opens New Xfinity Store Outside Tacoma Mall

There are three Xfinity stores in Pierce County aimed at making the experience better and more convenient for customers in Lakewood and JBLM

The New Omicron Variant: What Washingtonians Should Know

Here's the latest news about the new omicron variant.

Two Lakewood Businesses Awarded $10k Grants Through Comcast RISE

Chang Thai and Naked Face Cosmetic Spa Among 100 Small Businesses in King and Pierce Counties Awarded a Total of $1 Million by Comcast RISE

Comcast Increases Xfinity Internet Speeds in Lakewood

Xfinity Gigabit Pro Service will Increase to 3 Gbps Symmetrical Speeds

Lakewood Seeks Participants For Parade Of Lights Celebration

The City of Lakewood says the event is a great chance for businesses and groups to show off and engage with their community.

JBLM Announces Basewide Job Fair Next Week

More than a half dozen Joint Base Lewis-McChord agencies will be hiring new employees at a job fair next week.

Washington Sues Robocallers, Accusing Them Of Deceptive Messages

Ironically, the spam messages were trying to sell a robocall-blocking service — which didn't really work, officials said.

Last Week for Lakewood Small Businesses to Apply for $10k Grants

Application Window Closes This Thursday for $1 Million in Grants from Comcast RISE Investment Fund; Apply at www.ComcastRISE.com

Businesses in Lakewood May Apply for $10k Grants Starting Today

October 1-14, Eligible Businesses Can Apply for Comcast RISE Monetary Grants, and, or Marketing and Technology Services at ComcastRISE.com

Lakewood Small Businesses  will be Able to Apply for $10k Grants

Eligible Businesses may Apply for Comcast RISE Monetary Grants Oct 1-14 at www.ComcastRISE.com

State Workers Vote To Agree With Washington's Vaccine Order

More than 80 percent of WFSE employees voted in favor of an agreement that requires vaccination, but offers several benefits in return.

WA Unemployment Shrinks, But New Claims Rise As Benefits Expire

Mixed news from Washington's Employment Security Department as job seekers prepare for their pandemic benefits to run out.

West Pierce Fire & Rescue:

Smith Emerges as Hometown Champion in National Contest Celebrating Business Superstars Helping Local Communities Recover

Washington Vaccine And Mask Mandates: See Who's Requiring Them

As the delta variant spreads through the U.S., many companies are issuing new requirements for staff and customers.

Lakewood-JBLM Area Restaurants Received Revitalization Grants

Nationally, around 101,000 eateries received grants, including some in the Lakewood-JBLM area.

West Pierce Fire & Rescue:

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PPP Loans Benefited Lakewood-JBLM Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program benefited nearly 12 million businesses in the U.S., including some in Lakewood-JBLM.

Washington Added 24,100 Jobs In June As Economy Stabilized

Unlike the national unemployment rate, which rose slightly last month, Washington appears to be on the road to recovery.

These Lakewood Restaurants Got Restaurant Revitalization Money

A total 3,247 Washington businesses scored a combined $921 million from the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Here's who benefitted locally.

Internet Access Sites Coming to Pierce County

Addressing the Need for Internet Connectivity In and Out of the Home

New Unemployment Claims Dip As Washington Tamps Down On Fraud

The Employment Security Department said a bump in new unemployment claims this month was likely due to scammers targeting the system.

Businesses Awarded $234 Million More In Working Washington Grants

The fourth round of Working Washington small business grants went to 11,697 businesses. One in five say they'll use the money to reopen.

Business And Rental Assistance Remain Available In Lakewood

The city's rent and mortgage assistance program is offering payments of up to $4,000, but will stop accepting applications this month.

Lakewood Business Offered Grant from Comcast RISE Program

TS Property Management is Among 69 BIPOC-Owned Small Businesses in Washington Selected to Receive Support

Lakewood Farmers Market To Return Next Month

Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, the farmers market has pulled through and is returning to Fort Steilacoom Park this summer.

Comcast Increases Internet Speeds for Some Customers in Lakewood

Comcast will Boost Speeds of its Performance Starter+ and Gigabit Internet Packages this Week at no Additional Cost to Customers

Comcast to Open Five WiFi-Connected Lift Zones in Pierce County

Comcast Reaches 10-Year Milestone for Low-Income Internet Adoption Program and Announced Future Investment Plans in Pierce County

Small Businesses in Lakewood Can Now Apply for Relief Grants

Ready for Business Fund from GSBA and Comcast will Provide $2,500 Grants to Small Businesses Hit by Economic Challenges

Lakewood-JBLM Area Bankruptcy Filings Slowed Amid 2020 Pandemic

Bankruptcy filings were down in Pierce County last year, but experts expect them to surge in coming years.

One-Year Anniversary of Pandemic Reveals Internet Usage Trends

Puget Sound Region Became “Testing Ground” for How Home Broadband Networks Would Hold up Nationwide

2020 City Of Lakewood Annual Housing Report Released

There is a rising delinquency rates in mortgages due to the economic recession stemming from COVID-19 restrictions.

2020 City Of Lakewood Business Retention And Expansion Report Released

On March 8, the Lakewood City Council received the City’s 2020 Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) Report.

How Reliable Is Your Washington Electric Utility?

See how well utility providers in the Lakewood-JBLM area and across WA serve their electric customers.