Lakewood 4th Of July Fireworks: 2019 Guide

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events around Lakewood.

Demolitions Training At JBLM Begins Tuesday Morning

Day and night demolitions training will be conducted by one unit at JBLM between 6 a.m. Tuesday and 7 p.m. Wednesday.

Lakewood Murder Victim Identified; Suspected Shooter Charged

Christopher Allen, 52, was shot and killed at a Lakewood home Sunday morning, according to the Pierce County Medical Examiner's office.

Search On For Pierce Co. Bank Robbery Suspect

He walked into a bank Wednesday morning on the east side of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, police say.

$1 Movies Coming To Lakewood This Summer

Puget Sound Regal Cinemas theaters will be showing kids favorites like "Shrek" and "The Lego Movie" all summer long.

Reminder: Custer Road Lanes Reduced For Construction

A repaving project along a busy stretch of Custer Road was causing delays on Tuesday.

Mortar, Demolition Training This Week At JBLM

The training will begin early Wednesday morning and last until Thursday night.

Missing Hiker Found Dead Near Elbe Hills, Family, Friends Mourn

The bdy of Chang Soo Kim of Spanaway was found two weeks after he was separated from his family while picking ferns near Elbe Hills.

New Libraries For Lakewood, Sumner? Board WIll Discuss

The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees is mulling a plan to rebuild the two libraries.

'Potentially Dangerous' Man Missing In Pierce County

Patrick M. Hayden is missing from a care facility in Spanaway, according to the sheriff's office, and needs his medication.

Mortar Training Returns To JBLM This Week

The mortar and demolitions training kicks off early Wednesday morning this week.

5 Children Hurt In Car Crash Near Chambers Bay

The rollover crash happened near Chambers Bay on Monday evening, according to West Pierce fire officials.

Missing Hikers Found Near Mount Rainier: PCSO

A man from Lakewood and a man from Olympia are missing after they failed to return from a hike on Sunday.

Murderer Found Guilty For 2017 Killing Of Spanaway Man

Christopher Heeren of Thurston County was found guilty last week for the 2017 murder of Spanaway resident Shaddie Graham.

Lakewood's Summer Concert Series Lineup Announced

Summer Nights at the Pavilion, scheduled for every Thursday between July 18 and Aug. 22, will showcase six local music acts for free.

14+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Castle Megastore, Five Star Mechanical, and Team Health. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Here Are The Best Native Plants For Lakewood Gardens

It’s gardening season. Here are the plants that grow naturally in Lakewood and what birds they attract.

Lakewood Grew In 2018, According To New Census Data

Lakewood saw some population growth over the past year, with roughly 230 new residents moving to the area.

Lakewood Playhouse Puts On 'The Producers' For Season Finale

The final show of the Lakewood Playhouse's 80th anniversary season, "The Producers", will run June 7 through July 7.

Lakewood Playhouse Puts On 'The Producers' For Season Finale

The final show of the Lakewood Playhouse's 80th anniversary season, "The Producers", will run June 7 through July 7.

Women's Clothing Chain Closing All Stores, Including 12 In WA

Dressbarn is shutting down after nearly 60 years. The company currently has 650 stores.

14+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Katerra, Subaru of Puyallup, and CHI-Franciscan Medical Group. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

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.

Road Closure Set For Friday In Lakewood

City crews will need to close Gravelly Lake Drive all day Friday to complete permanent striping work along the newly improved roadway.

CPTC Announces WA Brig. Gen. As Commencement Speaker

Washington Air National Guard Brig. Gen. Jeremy Horn will be the Commencement Speaker for the 2019 Clover Park Technical College graduation.

Next 'Coffee & Conversations' Will Be In Lakewood

Reps. Mari Leavitt and Christine Kilduff will be at the Tillicum Starbucks next month to meet and talk with constituents.

Annual Fishing Event For Kids This Weekend In Lakewood

Tickets are still available for one of three morning sessions at American Lake Park this Saturday.

Man Accused Of Abusing Daughter For 'Lying And Talking Back'

A Lakewood man allegedly beat and waterboarded his 7-year-old daughter on Mother's Day.

Lakewood Library Opens Law Library Kiosk For Local Research

The kiosk was made possible thanks to a partnership between the Pierce County Library System and Pierce County Law Library.

15+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at ProCare Therapy, Bellmont Cabinets, and Icicle Seafoods, Inc.. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

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.

Lakewood’s Farmers Market is coming!

Presented by CHI Franciscan

Hit & Run Seriously Injures Parkland Girl: Sheriff

Katelyn Rogers underwent surgery on Sunday for numerous broken bones after a neighborhood hit and run Saturday night.

Have 'Coffee With The Mayor' May 14

Lakewood Mayor Don Anderson invites all residents to join him for a conversation about the Lakewood Municipal Veterans Treatment Court.

18+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Washington Lawns, Adia, and Sushi Kappo Tamura. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Celebrate Armed Forces Day At JBLM

Music, magic and military displays will be just a few of the options for entertainment at Armed Forces Day 2019 on Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Lakewood's SummerFEST Heats Up Early

Lakewood's annual SummerFEST event is looking to be the biggest yet with hot air balloons, musical performances, and extreme sports.

Guided Pathways Grant Will Support CPTC Math Redesign Process

Clover Park Technical College will transition to the Guided Pathways approach thanks to a supplemental grant worth nearly $150,000.

Spanaway Man Killed In SR-7 Motorcycle Crash: WSP

A 77-year-old Spanaway man was killed when he rode his motorcycle into the path of an oncoming semi on SR-7 Tuesday afternoon.

16+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Community Youth Services, Maven Meals, and My Alarm Center. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.