Coronavirus In Lakewood: The Week In Review

This week Washington marked one year since recording the nation's first diagnosis and announced new efforts to ramp up vaccine distribution.

Lack Of Affordable Child Care May Keep 133,000 In WA From Working

Improving access to child care could help the state generate billions. Here's how one state task force is pushing for change.

WA ESD Commissioner LeVine Accepts Role In Biden Administration

LeVine was appointed to the ESD in 2018, and had previously served as the ambassador to Switzerland under the Obama administration.

As White As Snow

“C’mon Old Faithful,” he whispered as he cranked the four cylinder engine over.

Hidden Heroes 2021 – Week #1 – J’Nai Bridges & Garret Augustus Morgan

Garrett Augustus Morgan was born in 1877 in Paris, Ky., during Reconstruction. He is known as an inventor, businessman and community leader.

Will It Snow In Lakewood? Here's Your Winter Weather Forecast

Freezing temperatures, a chance for snow in the lowlands, and overnight fog: this forecast as a little of everything.

Before It's Too Late

Like a flower in a greenhouse, peeking down the road, she had flagged down the passing motorist. That's when the nightmare began.

A Lesson From An Unknown Lake

I threw the rock as far as I could into the placid surface. I wanted that peaceful lake to be as disturbed and troubled and hurt as I was.

Selden Family Honored For Service In Lakewood City

The Selden family service to Lakewood goes back to 1958, when Ed Selden became a Rotarian.

Revolutionary Green Peppers

The green peppers of the world have united! Vive la revolution!

Extra Security To Remain In Olympia For Near Future

Washington's Capitol Campus was quiet for Inauguration Day, but WSP and the National Guard will be staying on scene a bit longer.

Dying Man Dropped Off At Tacoma Hospital, Police Investigating

Just before 5:30 a.m. a man suffering from several gunshot wounds was left at St. Joseph Medical Center. He died shortly afterwards.

Man Accused Of Trespassing, Threatening Media At Jan 6. Protest

A widely shared video from the Jan. 6 protest allegedly shows the man threatening journalists covering the event. Now, he's in custody.

Garden Dreams And The Future

How dreams come true.

See Which Lakewood-JBLM Area Hospitals Are Nearing Capacity

New data from the federal government shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in the Lakewood-JBLM area.

Washington Moves Into Next Phase Of Vaccinations

Monday, Gov. Jay Inslee confirmed Washington was moving into Phase 1B, effective immediately, alongside several other key announcements.

One Interesting Catch

It resisted but didn’t struggle as I slowly reeled it in. Then I saw why; I had the half of something.

Lakewood City Manager Shares Weekly Bulletin For January 15, 2021

City services will be closed for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day on Monday, January 18, 2021.

States Declare Emergencies, Close Capitols Ahead Of Rallies

Though details remain murky, demonstrations are expected at state capitols beginning Sunday and leading up to Biden's inauguration.

Coronavirus in Lakewood: The Week In Review

Health officials are concerned about a recent bounce back in case counts. Meanwhile, the next phase of vaccine distribution approaches.

Watch The 18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration In Lakewood City

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. CommUNITY Celebration program and list of speakers below.

Toxic Smoke, Evacuations After Lakewood Commercial Fire

A building fire Thursday morning kicked up a cloud of toxic smoke, forcing the surrounding areas to be evacuated.

Equity & Diversity trainers in Clover Park schools- who are they?

With the exception of promising to provide a link to the consultant’s website, the school board voted down Director Wagemann’s request.

2nd Trump Impeachment: How Washington's House Delegation Voted

Two of Washington's representatives were among the 10 Republicans who voted to impeach.

Stocking Stuffer: Latest Lakewood Connections Magazine Arrives

Check your stocking…or mailbox for the latest edition of the City’s Lakewood Connections Magazine.

Train Testing On Point Defiance Bypass Route To Occur On January 16-17 In Lakewood

Travelers may experience traffic delays at railroad signal crossings and the public is asked to use extreme caution near the railroad.

Rep. Jayapal Positive For COVID-19 Following Capitol Lockdown

Jayapal is not the only representative who has tested positive following the incident. She blames colleagues who refused to wear masks.

Rain, Potential Flooding, Landslide Threat: Lakewood Forecast

A number of things could happen over the next few days, but one thing is certain: it's going to be wet.

A Forest Cathedral, Trout And Dad

Like a trout swimming upstream, a half-century of life has quickly slipped by since that fishing trip.

Washington Among States Most Willing To Accept COVID-19 Vaccine

A new study on vaccine hesitancy says Washington is in the top ten states most likely to take the vaccine - but it still may not be enough.

Here's How Close Lakewood-JBLM Area Hospitals Are To Capacity

New federal government data shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in the Lakewood-JBLM area.

Lakewood City Manager’s Weekly Bulletin

Travelers may experience traffic delays at railroad signal crossings and the public is asked to use extreme caution near the railroad right.

Lakewood Business Owners: We Want To Hear From You

The Lakewood Annual Business Survey is now open until January 15.

Lakewood Economic Development Board Holding Free Webinars

Economic Development Board Holding Free Webinars On The Second Round Of The Paycheck Protection Program.

Resolution And Old Age

Cushioned in the comfortable confines of the crinkled leather he’d read himself to sleep. Until he read the story of the HMS Resolute.

Coronavirus In Lakewood: The Week In Review

State health officials announced Friday that no regions will be eligible to move to the second reopening phase until at least Jan. 18.

Lakewood Forecast: Pleasant Weekend, But Wet Week Ahead

Soak up what sun you can Saturday and Sunday, because the rain, wind and risk of landslides will be back again next week.

Olympia Protest Cancelled Following Governor's Mansion Breach

A far right militia group has cancelled their plans to occupy the state legislature, according to a new report.

Questions For The Clover Park School District Board

The nation is watching what the school board does on January 11.

Amtrak On Track To Be Safe - This Time

Safety measures are being "taken seriously." Like what?