Nov. 13, 2023 The City of Lakewood is excited to announce it is now offering multi-week sessions of its #LoveLakewood Yoga programming. Each session is four or five weeks. These sessions replace existing one-time classes. The first session kicks off Monday. Nov. 13, 2023. Class schedule through the end of 2023 is: Mondays 4:30 p.m. Gentle Yoga ($25 register) 6 …
Nov. 9, 2023 Since 1955 AA Meats has been a reliable business staple of Lakewood, and it remains so in 2023. Although she is not the original owner, Tammy Faelnar has worked at the traditional meat market for 34 years and has owned it for 17. This has given her plenty of time to watch the city, the customers and …
Nov. 8, 2023 The City of Lakewood is updating its Comprehensive Plan. As required by state law, part of this process includes a periodic review that must be finished by December 2024. To complete the review and make updates by the deadline, the City of Lakewood is reviewing the plan section by section. This review includes discussion at the stakeholder …
Nov. 3, 2023 At its regular meeting Nov. 6, 2023, the Lakewood City Council will hold public hearing on proposed 2023 annual development regulation code amendments. One of the 12 proposed amendments relates to accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and whether they should be allowed as short-term rentals. The Lakewood Planning Commission reviewed the proposed code amendment. After discussion and holding …
Truck & Tractor Day is Saturday Truck & Tractor Day is here! Head to Fort Steilacoom Park Saturday from 12-3 p.m. Let the kids climb on big rigs, honk the horn, ride around the park in the hay wagon and enjoy free activities. Stroll the pumpkin patch to find the perfect pumpkin to transform into a spooky jack-o-lantern. Stop by …
Mayor Whalen’s Community Coffeehouse wrap up Did you miss Mayor Jason Whalen’s Community Coffeehouse this week? Long range planning and special projects manager Tiffany Speir shared information about new housing laws at the state level that will impact housing density in the city. In part, the laws require an increase in “middle housing” types in areas traditionally dedicated to single-family …
Sept. 29, 2023 Did you miss Mayor Jason Whalen’s Community Coffeehouse this week? Long range planning and special projects manager Tiffany Speir shared information about new housing laws at the state level that will impact housing density in the city. In part, the laws require an increase in “middle housing” types in areas traditionally dedicated to single-family detached housing. Middle …
Sept. 22, 2023 The Lakewood City Council recognized Eagle Scouts Cal Tsuneyoshi, Gerard Bega and Guillaume (Guy) Bega for completion of recent projects in Lakewood. The three were thanked for their commitment to the community and their dedication to making Lakewood a better place for their neighbors. Cal Tsuneyoshi took a leadership role replacing the aging orienteering markers at Fort …
Mayor Whalen’s Coffeehouse is Sept. 28 Join Mayor Jason Whalen for his next Community Coffeehouse on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. in the Pavilion at Fort Steilacoom Park. We’ll meet inside this climate-controlled building. The topic is housing changes and what impacts recent legislation at the state level will have on local planning policies at the city level. Long-range …
Sept. 15. 2023 The City of Lakewood second annual Fiesta de la Familia was a huge success. Held Sept. 9, 2023 at Fort Steilacoom Park, the free event brought together different cultures and traditions from South America, Mexico and Spain. It also highlighted the work of local artists. Print NW sponsored a contest to showcase the utility box wraps around …
For a small business, Lakewood Barbershop leaves a huge imprint on the community. Self-proclaimed “Lakewood’s leading barbershop,” co-owner Jordan Parker (JP) shares the business is about more than haircuts. To him and co-owner Kyro Parker, the barbershop is about uplifting and providing a safe space for the community. This mentality transcends the walls of the barbershop, and they try to …
Fiesta de la Familia is Sept. 9 Last year our Fiesta de la Familia was such a hit we decided we needed more room to spread out all the fun. This year’s event is Saturday, Sept. 9 at Fort Steilacoom Park from 12 to 7 p.m. This celebration of Hispanic culture is focused on family and bringing generations together. There will be free …
Aug. 16, 2023 Roughly 10 acres burned Wednesday in Fort Steilacoom Park along its southwest boundary. The wildfire burned in the natural area up the hill from Waughop Lake. Many walking trails pass through this area. There were no injuries immediately reported from the fire. A couple of firefighters who responded experienced heat-related illness due to the extreme outside temperature. …
Aug. 4, 2023 This week the Lakewood Police Department’s traffic division conducted a two-day speed emphasis on Bridgeport Way between Pacific Highway and 112th Street SW. The emphasis was done to remind people to drive the posted 35 mile per hour speed limit. Below are the stats from the two-day patrol: Additional police action outside of the targeted area that …
July 20, 2023 The City of Lakewood is looking to officially name its plaza located on Motor Avenue SW that fronts the historic Lakewood Theatre. The plaza was redeveloped in 2019 to create a community gathering space in the city’s downtown business district. Since its completion the city has hosted numerous events on the site, including its popular Saturday Street …
Next Lakewood Farmers Market is July 11 After a break for the Fourth of July holiday, the Lakewood Farmers Market is back Tuesday, July 11 from 2-7 p.m. at Fort Steilacoom Park. Head to the market and spend a day at the park. Bring your kids to play at the playground. Or your dog to run through the off-leash dog …
Waughop Lake Treatment concludes Treatment of Waughop Lake successfully concluded this week. Prior to treatment visitors who walked the paved path around the lake could smell the algae from the water. Now the smell is gone. The water clarity is also dramatically improved. Before treatment visibility was only 0.5 meters deep. After the final treatment Thursday, the clarity improved to …
June 20, 2023 Road closure alert: 112th Street South bordering McChord Field will be closed between 34th Ave S and 26th Ave S for three days in July leading up to and during the JBLM Airshow. The closures are a required safety protocol for the Army’s Thunderbirds to fiy. The road will close 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 14, Saturday, July 15 and …