Lakewood Proclaims January 18 As Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day

Dr. King is widely regarded as America’s leading advocate of nonviolence and one of the greatest nonviolent leaders in world history.

Lakewood Proclaims January 18 As Martin Luther King Day

Dr. King is the only non-president to have a national holiday dedicated in his honor.

'Clear And Present Danger' Inslee Calls For Trump's Removal

"It was not a protest, it was an insurrection," Inslee said."We need to go to the heart of the insurrection and remove that cancer."

Protesters Breach Washington Governor's Mansion

Shortly after the breach, WSP troopers cleared the governor's mansion grounds. There have been no arrests and no reports of injuries.

Lawmakers Debate Open Carry Ban At Protests And Capitol: Report

Senate Bill 5038 would ban open carry during demonstrations and in the state capitol.

Washington Adopts Clean Electricity Regulations

A new state law requires that Washington transition to greenhouse gas-free electricity by 2045.

LIVE or DIE

Love, Individualism, Vision and Effort vs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equity: How best to educate our youth?

Washington Sets $100 Cap On Insulin Copayments

226,300 Washingtonians need insulin to live. Now, a new law is making that life-saving medicine more affordable.

The Only New Year's Resolution That Matters

There is no check list. No grandiose set of goals, weight-loss programs, business endeavors, or other soon-to-be-broken-and-forgotten tasks

Lakewood City Manager Publishes Weekly Bulletin For December 31

Please note that City services will be closed on January 1, 2021 for New Year’s Day. City services will resume on January 4, 2021.

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.

Still Hand-in-hand

In a cathedral of filtered sunlight and scattered glimpses of blue sky, they walked the leaf covered path, hand-in-hand.

Lakewood Forecast: Expect Wet Weather To Ring In The New Year

A trio of weather systems will mean wet weather in Washington through the new year, including a healthy dose of mountain snow by Thursday.

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.

At The End Of The Dock A Restoring Of Hope

Death had not taken a Christmas holiday.

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.

Pierce County Coronavirus Testing Station In Lakewood

Location: 3003 107th St S. Lakewood, 98499 Directions

Eviction Moratorium Extended To March 31, 2021 In Lakewood City

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

Lakewood Christmas Forecast: Rainy Holiday Weekend Ahead

If you're hoping for a white Christmas this year, you'll have to head into the mountains. Otherwise, prepare for a rainy weekend.

Christmas 2020 Grocery Store Hours In Lakewood

Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Christmas dinner additions at Safeway, QFC and more.

1.5 Million Washingtonians Have Signed Up For WA Notify

A quarter of the state's adults are now using the coronavirus tracking app.

Going Home

There is within the human heart a homing-device and it is always drawing, forever tugging, and faithfully leading us home.

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.

Washington Unemployment By County: How Each Region Is Faring

The statewide unemployment rate was 5.9 percent in November, but unemployment varied significantly by county. Here's how it breaks down.

Mobile Coronavirus Testing In Lakewood To Begin From January 9 At Fort Steilacoom Park

These mobile testing stations are in the community so people can get tested for coronavirus. These tests are free.

Pierce County Coronavirus Testing Station In Lakewood

These tests are free. Identification is not required. On-site staff can help you register. Results are available in five to seven days.

The Family Room

Our family room is a microcosm of life. Life happens in the family room.

The Race Track Of Difference

In trying to be like the other racers, it slipped into a four-wheel drift and crashed through a barricade.

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.

2nd Western State Hospital Patient Dies Of Coronavirus

The Department of Social Health Services confirms that a second patient from the psychiatric facility has died due to the pandemic.

Lakewood City Manager Publishes Weekly Bulletin For December 18

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

Lakewood Forecast: Atmospheric River Brings Flooding Concerns

A flood watch will be in effect until Sunday night as river levels rise and Washington get walloped with rain from three weather systems.

Coronavirus In Lakewood: The Week In Review

A second vaccine is approved, and state health leaders say Washington is on track to contain the winter surge. Catch up on the latest.

Lakewood Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Art Contest

The anniversary celebration will kick off with the city's 25th annual art contest, but many more events are planned through the year.

Clover Park School Board member’s resignation demanded

Is the phrase 'crack the whip' racist?

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.

Graduation Rates Rose For Class Of 2020, Despite Difficult Year

It's been a tumultuous school year for Washington students, but a greater percentage of students will graduate this year than ever before.

A Time For Reflection

His face was a picture perfect portrayal of a blank wall.

There Is Room

Because there was no room at the inn, He was born in a small stable and laid in a manger.