Quartely Meeting of the Pacific Neighborhood Association

At the Quarterly Meeting of the Pacific Neighborhood Association new officers were elected for 2012. Issues and concerns of the area were also heard.

Why is Lakes Lancers on Facebook?

A little 'bout Lake Lancers and local media ...

So Let's Gamble

That sweaty-palmed gambler cheating his kids out of their Christmas presents isn't to be found in the police lineup; rather it's the state itself, proposing to expand their predatory market.

Going Home, a Sequel

"This I am about to read is about us. It's about what really matters in life."

Lakewood Computer Clubhouse Earns Special Designation

Pierce College’s Lakewood Computer Clubhouse has been named a Promise Place by America’s Promise Alliance.

Fuchs Foundation Grant Boosts Pierce College Scholarships

The Gottfried and Mary Fuchs Foundation has awarded the Pierce College Foundation $55,000 in support of scholarships for Pierce College students.

Pierce College Now Enrolling for Winter Preschool Classes

Pierce College Fort Steilacoom’s cooperative preschool is now enrolling children ages 18 to 36 months for its winter Parent and Child class.

Going Home for Thanksgiving

With all of the technological advancement and engineering sophistication that allows us to connect with home, there's a stronger pull deeply embedded that tugs at the heart.

Local Writers Hone Their Craft in Free Weekly Workshops

Ambitious writers offer group support during weekly meetings at 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays at the Lakebridge coffee shop.

Rental, Property Owners Encouraged to Attend Monthly Meetings

The Lakewood Organization of Community Active Landlords (LOCAL Group) needs new members to continue to discuss issues revolving around Lakewood. Get involved and be a part of the solution.

High Speed Rail through Lakewood, part three of three

Amtrak escapes the station while thousands languish on I-5.

High Speed Rail: Part Two of Three

High Speed Rail through Lakewood - there's what's said, and there's what isn't said: Part two of three.

High Speed Rail in Tillicum: Part One of Three

Separation, Motivation and Transportation is a three-part series examining the appropriateness of High Speed Rail through Lakewood.

Tillicum Elementary One of 15 Projects in Nation

Active duty and military spouses/dependents are invited to participate in a community event for Veterans Day on Friday.

New Art Exhibit Opens at Pierce College Fort Steilacoom

The work of painter Susan Russell Hall will be on display through Dec. 9.

A Lakewood Neighborhood Association Rises From the Ashes

Just as the Phoenix rises from the ashes of destruction, so rose the Pacific Neighborhood Association. It now needs new officers and new ideas to carry it forward!

Who is the Customer?

As residents of Tillicum prepare to go to court to defend community values having been overruled by city staff — which staff-decision was supported by City Council — trust is at an all-time low.

Is Carroll to Blame for the Seahawks' Woes?

Carroll's reputation has been stellar in college but questionable at best in the NFL.

Springbrook — the Forgotten Neighborhood in Lakewood

Springbrook still has a positive spark. This spark has been trying to fire up the area to eliminate its bad reputation. But one person cannot do it alone.

Trick-or-Treating — and the Truth — in Tillicum

Frightening prospects this Halloween are the subject of an appeal of Lakewood's decision to issue a permit enabling Camp Murray to relocate its gate.

From Rucksacks to Backpacks: Iraq Veteran, Film Director to Present Documentary

Kyle Hausmann-Stokes will share his film "Now, After…," a graphic documentary about his own experience as a soldier returning home and facing the effects of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder on Nov. 3.

Champions of Chaos

From "Occupy Wall Street" to Every Street - even Lakewood's streets - chaos reigns anytime two volatile, combustible materials come together.

Phantom Twin Inspires at Dorky’s Bar Arcade 1-year Anniversary

Lakewood band plays at the 1-year anniversary of Dorky's Arcade Bar in downtown Tacoma.

The Year Lakewood Lost Its Voice

Lakewood has become a rain-soaked, muddy, junkyard brawl where the bigger, badder, bully wins.

Trolling for Dollars, Camp Murray Lands a Big One

Fishing for money, The Washington Military Department is sinking fast, but with a big one on the line.

Whitehurst and Seahawks Hang on for 35-25 Upset against the Giants

Seattle Hangs on for a huge upset win over the New York Giants. They had lost nine games in a row on the road. Seahawks were not going to let it happen for the 10th time.

Lakewood City Council Meetings are Viewable Online

Interested people can watch the latest Lakewood City Council meetings on the Internet.

The New and Improved Tavaris Jackson

Seattle QB Tavaris Jackson stood out as the Seahawks' top performer and quieted some of the negative cheering by the 12th Man at CenturyLink Field on Sunday.

6th Annual “Math to Careers” Conference Reaches Critical Audience

More than a thousand 13-14-year-old middle school students will experience a hands-on math event at Clover Park Technical College from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 6 at the McGavick Conference Center.

Don't Ask, We'll Tell

As two rails make a track and two lanes a street, listening and responding comprise good communication — except in Lakewood.

Open Letter to our Elected Representatives

Gov. Gregoire's "everything-must-be-looked-at" angst over the budget, where nothing should be off the cost-cutting table, suggests what we believe very legitimately should be on that table.

Danella Sydow is the Featured Artist at the Pierce Fort Steilacoom Gallery

Eleven of Sydow's drawings will be on display through Oct. 28.

Pierce College seeks nominees for 2012 Athletics Hall of Fame

Nominations for 2012 induction are due Dec. 1.

Seahawks Hang On For First Win Against Cardinals

A tough defense and a gutsy run by Seattle quarterback Tavaris Jackson helps lift the Seahawks to a 13-10 victory against the Cardinals.

Camp Murray is AWOL

The Washington Military Department’s “explanation” for moving its gate is absent without leave.

Key Matchups In Seahawks vs. Cardinals

The winner of these matchups will decide the outcome as the Cardinals must deal with 12th man territory.

Half-Days and Halflings

Early release days generate high-energy kids.

Raider Ride Will Take Cyclists on a Wild Campus-to-Campus Trip Oct. 1

This 20-mile, campus-to-campus ride is easy, fun,and open to all riding levels.

Bench Quarterback Tavaris Jackson, Insert Charlie Whitehurst

Did Seattle even get off the bus at Pittsburgh? The Seahawks have dropped their first two games and must rebound with a victory against divisional foe Arizona.

Five things to watch in Seattle Seahawks vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Matchup

Stomp the terrible towels and pray Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger has another bad outing this week.