Toxic Algae Advisory Issued For Spanaway Lake

Health officials are asking the public to stay alert if they're visiting Spanaway Lake.

Lakewood City Manager’s Weekly Bulletin For May 15

Work begins May 18 on Veterans Drive to prepare the roadway for planned improvements.

Lakewood City Council Thanks Its Lakewood Police Department

'Locally we have 99 dedicated members who serve our Lakewood community.'

Passenger Shot On I-5 Near JBLM

A 29-year-old woman was shot in the elbow early Thursday morning, now troopers are looking for the shooter.

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's Crime Rate Lowest In Five Years

Lakewood says the crime rate dropped 7 percent in 2019, and continued to dip in the first quarter of 2020.

Work Begins From May 18 On Lakewood’s Veterans Drive

The city’s contractor Miles Resources Inc. will bring in its equipment Monday. By Tuesday crews will begin removing trees.

Crime In Lakewood Witnesses Downward Trend

Specific to property crimes and the city’s overall crime rate, each had boasted the lowest quarter recorded in five years.

Lakewood Senior Activity Center Launches Cardio Dance Online

The first class is Cardio Dance with Fay. It is shared below and can be done from the comfort of your home.

Temporary Regulatory Speed Limit Reduction Coming To I-5 In Lakewood

Drivers will experience shifted lanes and changes in elevation between northbound and southbound I-5.

1 Hurt In Lakewood Apartment Fire, Up To 40 Displaced

Firefighters say an overnight blaze damaged 12 units at a Lakewood apartment complex, injuring one and displacing 30 to 40 others.

What’s worse than failure?

His chewed-up, eraser-wasted, stub-of-a-pencil life would be forever on display for all to read.

Lakewood Police Department Thanks Healthcare Workers

The healthcare workers at Western State work in an incredibly challenging environment.

Lakewood City Manager’s Weekly Bulletin For May 8

Based on current conditions, the city made the difficult decision to cancel a number of upcoming events.

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.

Parking Lots At American Lake, Harry Todd Parks Will Reopen On May 8 In Lakewood City

These lots were previously closed to limit people gathering in an effort to limit the spread of coronavirus.

American Lake Boat Launch Annual Pass Sales Resume In Lakewood

Once the application is verified the pass will be mailed to you at the address listed on the application.

“Are you watching me?”

Yes she was. Because that's what mothers and grandmothers do.

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 SummerFEST Canceled, Other City-Run Events Modified Due To Coronavirus

This is the first time in more than two decades that SummerFEST will not be held at Fort Steilacoom Park.

Lakewood SummerFEST Canceled, Other Events Delayed

Lakewood has officially canceled their annual SummerFEST celebration citing concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.

Air Force To Fly Over Puget Sound Hospitals Friday: How To Watch

The jets will take off from JBLM Friday to fly over dozens of Puget Sound hospitals in a salute to local health care workers.

$11,000 Raised To Help Lakewood's Emergency Food Network

The fundraiser to support the food network continues through Wednesday.

Tillicum meeting cancelled; Bill’s Boathouse remains closed

“As long as everyone stays safe, that’s what really matters.”

Lakewood Municipal Court Restores Phone Hours From May 5

Court phone lines will be answered from Monday until Friday.

Lakewood Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Lakewood City Manager’s Bulletin For May 1

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

Congratulations Clover Park School District

Three of Clover Park School District schools made this year’s U.S. News & World Report high school rankings.

Suspect Shot By Lakewood Police

A suspect was shot by officers in Lakewood Friday afternoon, according to the police department.

Shooting Locks Down Parkland Neighborhood

Pierce County deputies are searching for an armed suspect after a shooting in the Parkland area Thursday afternoon.

Lakewood Department Of Commerce Provides $9 Million In Rent And Energy Assistance

The purpose of the assistance is to serve estimated 5,000 Low-Income Households in the city.

Lakewood City Launches Survey For Businesses

Loan amounts of $1,000 per employee will be awarded up to $20,000. Loans will be offered to qualified applicants at no interest.

Lakewood Cancels Ray Evans Memorial Fishing Event

"We appreciate the public’s understanding and look forward to next spring when we hope to be able to hold this event again."

Lakewood 2020 Spring Clean Up Postponed

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

Deadline For Public Comments On Community Development Block Grant And Home Investment Partnership Act Programs Is May 1

CDBG-CV funding is to be used to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the social and economic impacts of the coronavirus outbreak.

Fishermen still must stay home?

Yes, until Jay Inslee, governor of the only state in the entire United States which still does not allow fishing, says otherwise.

Lakewood’s Weekly Bulletin For April 24

Lakewood City Council approved a $6 million contract with Miles Resources to complete the Veterans Drive road improvement project.

A Coronavirus Fish (and golf) Story

For fear of being caught – not the fish, but himself – he didn’t invite his fishing buddy to go with him.

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.

The Mayor is right, the Governor is wrong

Golf courses - and public access to fishing - are closed but cannabis stores are open?