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Mayor Strom’s 2026 State of the City

Published on April 09, 2026

Mayor Wendi Strom’s State of the City speech on April 15 will highlight how Together We Thrive through the power of connection, collaboration and community.

Longest tenured city manager announces retirement

Published on April 02, 2026

Lakewood City Manager Kathy Hodgson, the longest tenured city manager in the state and the city’s history, has announced that she will retire this summer...

Shop Lakewood supports West Colfax businesses

Published on March 25, 2026

Lakewood has launched a new pilot Shop Lakewood initiative powered by Open Rewards.

Lakewood’s iconic summer concert series returns

Published on April 09, 2026

Wednesday nights are about to get a major upgrade as the Sounds Exciting! Summer Concert Series returns to the Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Amphitheater. Set against the historic backdrop of Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, 801 S. Yarrow St., the 2026 season transforms the midweek slump into the ultimate outdoor retreat.

Lakewood provides free mulch in May

Published on April 01, 2026

Lakewood residents are invited to pick up free mulch 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturdays, May 2 and 9 at the city Greenhouse, 9556 W. Yale Ave. Staff will be available with a loader to assist residents with mulch pickup.