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🌱 Patch AM: Lakewood car theft tied to fugitive drive-by shooter on the loose
Also, don't miss Ratapalooza - Lakewood, WA 2026 on the Lakewood Patch calendar
Good morning Lakewood! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Lakewood car theft tied to fugitive drive-by shooter on the loose
Also on today's calendar: Back to Church Sunday and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: A morning shower or two, with a high of 76 and low of 56 degrees.
- Monday: Pleasant with periods of sun, temps: high: 71, low: 53.
- Tuesday: Beautiful with sun and clouds, with a high of 74 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man convicted in Tacoma drive-by shootings on the run. Police seek public's help (thenewstribune.com) — A convicted drive-by shooter who recently stole a vehicle in Lakewood is now on the run, and authorities say he may still be in the area. State corrections officials have issued a warrant after he skipped a required check-in, and Crime Stoppers is offering up to $1,000 for tips. Residents are urged to call 911 immediately if they see him or report information anonymously. 
📸 Around Lakewood
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lakewood
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★ Featured events ★
- Ratapalooza - Lakewood, WA 2026 →
McGavick Conference Center | Clover Park Technical College, 4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW Bld 23, Lakewood
10:00 am
Saturday September 12
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Other local events
- SHS Class of 2027 Senior Family Night
Saltar's Point Elementary SHS Theater
6:00 pm - PIO Picture Day
Saltar's Point Elementary Auxiliary Gym
8:30 am - Back to Church Sunday →
10402 Kline St SW, Lakewood
10:00 am
Tuesday September 8
Friday September 11
Sunday September 20
📣 Lakewood Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Labor Day, District offices closed
Industrial Design Engineering and Art Tacoma, WA 98444 - First Day of School
Early Learning Center Tacoma, WA 98444 - Workforce Grants & Application Workshop
Tacoma Community College 6501 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA 98466
2:00 pm - SHS Class of 2027 Senior Family Night
Saltar's Point Elementary SHS Theater
6:00 pm - First Day of School (Grades 1-12)
Industrial Design Engineering and Art Tacoma, WA 98444 - School Board Meeting
Industrial Design Engineering and Art Professional Development Center Cafeteria, 6501 N 23rd St Tacoma, WA 98406
6:00 pm - PIO Picture Day
Saltar's Point Elementary Auxiliary Gym
8:30 am - Foss Varsity Football @ Steilacoom →
Steilacoom High School, 54 Sentinel Dr, Steilacoom
7:00 pm
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Friday September 25
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- You guys might not believe something..
Everyday I've a washed my baby's clothes by hand. I've wonder how many parents do that , because as far as I've confirmed , it washes better than a… (Nextdoor Woodbrook)
- Walmart posted a job opening for Meat/Produce Team Supervisor in Lakewood. Apply here.
- Military Deli & Bakery Services posted a job opening for Deli Bakery Associate- Part time in Mcchord Afb. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lakewood here.
🗞 Nearby News
Steilacoom
- This Puget Sound town hauled a church in by wagon, and it's still standing today (wheninyourstate.com)
- River Ridge tops Tumwater behind freshman Kinsley Phillips' brace (chronline.com)
Parkland
- 14216 14th Avenue Ct E #196, Parkland, WA 98445 (redfin.com)
Ok Lakewood! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because they work on so many levels ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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