'80s Glow Party Father-Daughter Dance In Lakewood

Register now for Lakewood's '80s Glow Party-themed Father-Daughter Dance at Clover Park Technical College March 1.

'Vacant Denny's Fire Was Arson,' West Pierce Fire Says

The fire at an empty Denny's in Lakewood broke out around 3 a.m. Wednesday. No injuries were reported.

Hit And Run Suspect Surrenders To Police: WSP

Kevin Koch is suspected of a hit and run collision north of Spanaway that left a pedestrian with a broken leg on Dec. 29.

16+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Panorama, Beyler Consulting, LLC, and Peninsula Light Company. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Rail Crossing Malfunctions Fixed Along 100th, 108th

Lakewood police alerted drivers to malfunctioning rail crossings along 100th and 108th streets southwest Tuesday morning.

Artillery Training Scheduled This Week (Jan. 29) At JBLM

Artillery, mortar, and demolition training will take place between Tuesday morning and Thursday night this week.

Valentine-Themed Events At Pierce County Libraries

The Pierce County Library System will host several heart-melting events at multiple locations leading up to Valentine's Day.

Lakewood Settles Lawsuit With Family Of Man Killed By Police

The city will pay $500,000 to the family of Daniel Covarrubias, the Native American man who was killed by Lakewood police in 2015.

Hit And Run Suspects May Be Hiding In Puyallup: WSP

Kevin Koch and Nichole Martin are suspected of fleeing a hit and run collision involving a Lakewood man in Spanaway last month.

18+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood-JBLM

New jobs listed for positions at Instacart, Marten Transport, and Peninsula Light Company. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Artillery/Mortar Training At JBLM This Week

Residents in the area can expect increased noise around the base between Jan. 22 and 27.

Wounded JBLM-Based Army Ranger Dies In Germany

Sgt. Cameron Meddock died Thursday in Germany from wounds he sustained fighting in Afghanistan last weekend, Army officials said.

Police ID Officers Who Killed Man At Terrace Apartments

Three officers were placed on administrative leave following the fatal Sunday morning shooting in Lakewood.

Veteran's Job Fair At JBLM Thursday

More than 50 employers are expected to attend the 4-hour job fair for veterans at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Thursday.

14+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Smile Brands, Washington Rock Quarries, and Red Rock Coffee House. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Demolitions Training At JBLM This Week

Residents around Joint Base Lewis-McChord can expect increased activity on-base between Tuesday morning and Friday night this week.

Lakewood Police Kill Man Who Called 911 To Report Intruder

The 43-year-old victim called police to report an armed man in his home. When police arrived, they found the caller was the armed man.

16+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Panorama, U.S. Army Medical Command, and Ashley HomeStore. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Inmate Dies 4 Days After Fight At McNeil Island Facility

Jerry Spicer, 63, died Sunday from injuries he sustained when he was shoved by 39-year-old Gregory Coley, Jr. Jan. 2.

Inslee Appoints Eli Taylor To CPTC Board

Gov. Jay Inslee appointed KeyBank Vice President and Pierce County Black Collective member Eli Taylor to a 5-year term with CPTC.

Pierce County's Explorations Speakers Series Begins This Month

The first three events will cover Washington's worst storms, living in the Elizabethan era, and preserving endangered species in the PNW.

11+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at CHI Franciscan, Select Express and Logistics, and Mac Tools. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Expect Closures At The I-5/SR 16 Interchange This Week

Crews working to install HOV lanes and test recently-installed pipes will require overnight closures Jan. 2, 3 and 4.

Man Rams Ex-Girlfriend's Car, Now He's Facing 7 Charges

The domestic violence attack happened Sunday morning near SR 7 in Parkland.

Military Road Closed Due To Downed Utility Pole

Both directions of the road were closed just after 8:30 a.m., but it was unclear how long the closure would last.

Lakewood PD To Host First ' Cocoa With A Cop' Event

The event is a chance for kids to tour the Lakewood police HQ and enjoy some treats.

Lakewood Chick-fil-A Giving Out Free Milk, Cookies On Dec. 24

Here's how to get a free six-pack of chocolate chunk cookies and milk, just in time for Santa's arrival.

What's Open, Closed For Christmas 2018 In Lakewood

Find out which grocery stores, pharmacies, and other retailers are open on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve In Puget Sound.

No Injuries In Spanaway House Fire Monday: CPFR

Central Pierce Fire & Rescue battled a residential fire near Spanaway Lake High School Monday afternoon.

How to Set Goals for the New Year

Terry Bader discusses how to set goals you will keep for the New Year.

14+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Southcenter Filtration, HairMasters, and Bradken. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Court Upholds Appeal For Maurice Clemmons' Alleged Getaway Driver

Darcus Allen will be retried for first-degree murder but not aggravated murder, the Washington Supreme Court ruled Thursday.

South Sound, JBLM To Join 911 Systems By 2020

The intergovernmental agreement between the private and public emergency providers is a 'win-win' for Pierce County residents.

13+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Empire Today, Waste Connections, and Distant Lands Coffee. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Hero Officers Who Tore Door From Car To Save Dying Child Honored

More than 20 others also received awards for heroic actions over the past year at this week's Lakewood City Council meeting.

Tacoma Police Officers Open Pita Pit Franchise In DuPont

DuPont residents Shelbie and Josh Boyd will celebrate the opening of their first Pita Pit franchise next week, beginning Dec. 10 at 10 a.m.

11+ New Jobs In And Around Lakewood

New jobs listed for positions at Value Village, Cooper Connect, and the Canterwood Golf & Country Club. Check out the Patch Jobs Board here.

Crash Closes South Tacoma Way Northbound: Police

It's unclear at this time how long the northbound lanes will be compromised as a result of this crash.

Deploying Squadron At JBLM Discusses Resiliency

Nearly 300 Citizen Airmen of the 446th AW will be deploying in what is the largest mobilization since 2009.

Artillery Training Scheduled This Week (Dec. 3) At JBLM

Neighbors in the area are advised to expect noise from artillery and demolitions training between Tuesday and Friday.