City Of Lakewood Publishes Weekly Bulletin For July 24

Starting on July 6, the city is accepting applications for the 2021 Human Services Grants. The application deadline is August 22.

Recruitment Extended: Municipal Court Judge Recruitment In Lakewood

The current 4-year term expires December 31, 2021.

Notice Of Opportunity To Submit 2021 Lakewood Comprehensive Plan Amendments

The Lakewood Planning Commission will review submitted applications on September 2 at its regularly scheduled meeting.

August 2020 Primary Election: What's On The Ballot In Lakewood

In the coming weeks, Pierce County residents will cast votes for dozens of offices up for election this year. Get a head start here.

Lakewood City Manager’s Weekly Bulletin For June 12

The state Department of Social and Health Services has proposed a complete reconstruction of Western State Hospital and its campus.

Lakewood City Council Fireworks Public Hearing Postponed Until July 20

Comments received to-date have already been shared with council members and are part of the public record.

Lakewood Municipal Court Resumes Full Operations From June 1

The number of people allowed in the court or at the counter will also be limited to achieve social distancing of at least six feet.

Lakewood City Council Adopts Parks Legacy Plan

The council adopted its first Legacy Plan in 2014. The May 18, 2020 adoption reflects the latest version of the plan.

Lakewood City Council To Review Six-Year Transportation Plan During June 1 Meeting

At the time of incorporation the majority of roads in Lakewood were without sidewalks or bike lanes.

Lakewood Examiner Hearings Temporarily Suspended

Despite temporary suspension, the city will continue to accept new land use permit applications that may require review by Hearing Examiner.

Lakewood Landing: Opportunity For Redevelopment

The city and state reached an agreement to sell the property and relocate the facility elsewhere in the city.

Lakewood Municipal Court Judge Appointed To Pierce County Superior Court

Adams earned her law degree from the University of Puget Sound School of Law, and her bachelor’s degree from Central Washington University.

62nd Airlift Wing Announces Flyover In Washington State’s Puget Sound Region On May 8

The public is encouraged to submit photos of the flyover through the 62nd AW Facebook page.

Lakewood Municipal Court Restores Phone Hours From May 5

Court phone lines will be answered from Monday until Friday.

Lakewood City Manager’s Bulletin For May 1

City is following the guidance of public health officials and directives from the governor.

Lakewood Planning Commission Schedules Special Meeting On April 29

The meeting will be conducted virtually via Zoom due to the current Stay Home, Stay Healthy order issued by the governor.

Lakewood City Reminds Residents To Participate In Census 2020

As of April 20, Lakewood’s total response rate is 51.2 percent, ranking us below Pierce County for overall response. Let’s change that!

Stay Strong Lakewood

The city urges residents to continue to remain home except for essential services, including limited trips to the grocery store, pharmacy.

Lakewood City Manager’s Weekly Bulletin For April 3

When in public, people should follow social distancing requirements of remaining at least six feet away from each other.

Governor Jay Inslee Visits Nourish Pierce County In Lakewood

Anderson thanked Inslee for the steps he is taking to protect the state through his Stay Home, Stay Healthy order.

Lakewood Mayor Don Anderson Urges Residents To Stay At Home

Anderson also asked people to consider purchasing to-go meals from our Lakewood restaurants to help our local businesses and their employees

Coronavirus: Lakewood Responds To Gov. Inslee’s Order Prohibiting Large Gatherings

The order prohibits large events in the state’s three largest counties to minimize public health risks around COVID-19.

The Future of Dupont is in your Hands

Last statements from Mayor Courts

A Successful Four Years in Dupont

An interview with Mayor Michael Courts

Military Exchanges Ban All Vape Sales

All Army, Navy and Air Force base exchanges stopped selling vapor products in early October.

Why DuPont Needs Commercial Development

An interview with Mayor Mike Courts about commercial development in Dupont

Why doesn't Dupont Have a Grocery Store?

Everything that you wanted to know.

An interview with Mayor Courts of Dupont

What Kind of Government Do You Want?

Pierce County Library Board To Mull New Lakewood, Sumner Branches

The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will discuss plans for the two new libraries on Sept. 11.

New Commander Takes Over 7th Infantry Division At JBLM

The change of command ceremony took place on Aug. 13 at Watkins Field.

New Commander Takes Over 7th Infantry Division At JBLM

The change of command ceremony took place on Aug. 13 at Watkins Field.

Interview With Roger Millar, WSDOT Secretary Of Transportation

How Washington is addressing transportation issues in a diverse and increasingly congested state.

New WA House Speaker Is Pierce County Rep. Jinkins

Jinkins was picked Wednesday to replace Frank Chopp. She will be the first woman to ever be House Speaker in Washington.

Lakewood Earns Governor's 'Smart Communities Award'

Lakewood received a Smart Vision Award for its work developing the downtown area, Gov. Jay Inslee said.

Lakewood Candidates Set For 2019 Elections

On the last day to withdraw from the 2019 election, 14 people remained on the ballot for positions on the city council and school board.

WA Capital Budget 'About Communities, Opportunities': Rep. Morgan

Rep. Melanie Morgan (D-Parkland) said the state-approved capital budget will mean more for Pierce County residents than new construction.

Mexican Military Confronts JBLM Soldiers At Border: Report

Two U.S. Army soldiers from Joint Base Lewis-McChord were stopped by Mexican military personnel during a briefly tense territorial standoff.

JBLM Officer Relieved Of Command Following Hazing Investigation

U.S. Air Force officials have relieved Lt. Col. Joshua Cates of his command over the 5th Air Support Operations Squadron at JBLM.

7 Wash. Military Projects Could Get Cut To Fund Border Wall

Meanwhile, Gov. Inslee and Attorney General Ferguson say they are ready to sue if Washington loses any military projects.

Spanaway Incorporation Proposal Gets Community Meeting Date

The Pierce County Boundary Review Board will meet March 20 to hear comments from those in favor and those against incorporating Spanaway.