Closure Information In Lakewood For New Year

City services will resume on Monday, January 4, 2021.

Inslee Extends Coronavirus Restrictions To Mid-January

The state's restrictions on indoor dining and bar service had been set to expire on Jan 4.

State Leaders Face Showdown Over COVID-19 Powers And Spending

State lawmakers across the country will convene in 2021 with the continuing COVID-19 pandemic rippling through much of their work.

Right-Wing Militia Announces Plans To Occupy WA Capitol: Report

The Washington Three Percenters have reportedly called their members to occupy the Legislative Building while lawmakers meet remotely.

Eviction Moratorium Extended To March 31, 2021 In Lakewood City

The current eviction moratorium was set to expire on December 31.

Tobacco Retailer Pays $65,000 For Illegally Shipping To WA

The Attorney General's Office is fining a Pennsylvania company for selling tobacco directly to customers through the mail.

Here's How Lakewood Used Its CARES Act Funding

The City of Lakewood had until the end of the November to spend its $2.68 million in CARES Act money. Here's where it went.

How Lakewood City Used CARES Act Funds From The State

The purpose of the CARES Act was to provide fast and direct economic assistance for individuals, businesses, and local governments.

Inslee Announces Climate Package For 2021-2023

Proposals include a cap on greenhouse gas emissions and further investments in clean energy and public transportation.

Terminally Ill Elector: 'One Thing I Could Do While I Still Can'

After casting his vote, Washington elector Jack Arends gave a passionate speech, asking others to carry on the work "rebuilding" America.

Lakewood City Manager Publishes Weekly Bulletin For December 11

City Council Position 5 is up for election in the 2021 General Election.

City Of Lakewood Soliciting Candidates To Fill Anticipated City Council Vacancy

City Council Position 5 is up for election in the 2021 General Election.

2 WA Representatives Sign Brief To Overturn Presidential Election

106 Republican House members have signed a brief supporting a bid to overturn the presidential election in favor of Trump.

Pierce County Superior Court To Participate In Pilot Eviction Resolution Program

Currently there are both federal and state mandates in place prohibiting evictions based on the nonpayment of rent.

Lakewood City Council Member Submits Resignation

Councilmember John Simpson is moving out of Lakewood, which disqualifies him from remaining on the council.

With Inslee Signature, Washington Certifies Election Results

It was a record-breaking election, and with Tuesday night's signature, it has finally drawn to a close.

Inslee Announces $135 Million To Support Businesses, Families

The governor says the package will hopefully counteract some hardships caused by the state's recent suite of coronavirus restrictions.

WA Approves 6 To Distribute Coronavirus Vaccine, More Pending

As of Monday, 375 health care providers have applied to receive and distributed any upcoming coronavirus vaccines in Washington.

Washington Announces Next Secretary Of Health

Current state Secretary of Health John Wiesman had previously announced he would be stepping down in December.

Lakewood's City Manager Publishes Weekly Bulletin For November 13

The Notice of DNS and draft Planned Action for the proposed Lakewood Station District Subarea Plan can be accessed here.

Washington Breaks Voter Turnout Record

84.7 percent of registered WA voters cast their ballot in the Nov. 3 Election, making it the greatest turnout the state has ever seen.

Mortar And Demolitions Training At JBLM This Week

Residents who live within the vicinity of Joint Base Lewis-McChord from routine training this week.

Final Day Of Voting In Lakewood: What To Know

Here's all any last-minute Pierce County voters need to know before they turn in their ballots for the Nov. 3 election.

How Is Voting Going In Lakewood: Tell Us

Patch would like to hear how your voting experience went this election.

Election Day In Lakewood: When, Where To Vote

Here's all any last-minute Pierce County voters need to know before they turn in their ballots for the Nov. 3 election.

Election Officials: Lakewood Voters Should Mail Ballot By Friday

All ballots postmarked by Nov. 3 will be counted, but officials recommend mailing no later than Friday to guarantee the deadline is met.

Washington Developing Wildfire Smoke Worker Safety Regulations

According to state L&I, Washington is among the first to consider making new rules to protect workers from wildfire smoke.

Lakewood Adopts State And Federal Priorities For 2021

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Casting Your Ballot? Here Are The Drop Boxes In Lakewood

Officials have increased the number of ballot drop boxes in Washington to make voting in the 2020 General Election easier than ever.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord To Host Virtual Town Hall Tuesday

JBLM leadership is inviting the public to listen as they talk about the latest issues and events around the base.

Pierce County Ballots Mailed: Here's What To Know For 2020

The Pierce County Auditor says the county expects to see up to 90 percent of voters cast their ballots for the presidential election.

Pierce County – General Election Information

Ballot Drop Boxes are open around-the-clock from October 16 until 8 p.m. on November 3.

Coffee With Lakewood Mayor On October 13

The meeting will be held online via Zoom.

Proposed 2021-2022 Biennial Budget Under Development For City Of Lakewood

The biennial budget is the most important document the City produces.

WA Loosens Restrictions On Restaurants, Theaters, Sports And More

Restaurants can serve drinks later and to bigger tables, theaters can reopen, and libraries can allow people back inside once again.

Lakewood City Council Approves New Firework Restrictions

The changes will further limit the amount of time fireworks can be set off during the 4th of July.

Judge Mansfield Appointed To Lakewood Municipal Court

Judge Mansfield was sworn in by Washington State Supreme Court Justice G. Helen Whitener.

Mail-In Voting In Washington: Deadlines, How To Get A Ballot

Follow these steps on how to properly cast your ballot by mail in Washington.

Washington State Patrol Marks 100th Year

To commemorate, troopers will be wearing a special badge designed after the original badge troopers wore in 1921.

Pierce County Sheriff Primary Election Results 2020

After 19 years, Pierce County Sheriff Paul Pastor will be retiring. Tuesday's vote will determine which candidates will vie to replace him.