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The last time I wrote about Club Impact was on the Weekly Volcano’s blog Spew (www.weeklyvolcanospew.com), and it was in regard to the disturbance complaints being levied against the all-ages venue by neighboring business owners. Though, at the time, I would have told you the intention of my words was
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The last time I wrote about Club Impact was on the Weekly Volcano’s blog Spew (www.weeklyvolcanospew.com), and it was in regard to the disturbance complaints being levied against the all-ages venue by neighboring business owners. Though, at the time, I would have told you the intention of my words was
Military Policy
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. - "Combating sexual assault and harassment within the ranks is our number one priority," said Gen. Raymond Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Army."The reason it's a stand-up day is because the Army feels like, rather than it being a stand-down day, it's going to be
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When entering downtown Olympia, you will likely first be taken by the majestic state capitol, surrounding historical architecture and park scenery. As you venture further, you'll discover an eclectic mix of shopping and dining options in what is perhaps one of the most pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods around. Downtown Olympia is swirling
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Grammy-winning entertainment machine Queen Latifah is making a reportedly exclusive Northwest stop in ... Tacoma? Yes, not a week after we were blessed with the presence of George Clinton and 420 Funk Mob, another reason to give thanks and praise. Add Queen Latifah Wednesday, Nov. 28, live at the Pantages
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Grammy-winning entertainment machine Queen Latifah is making a reportedly exclusive Northwest stop in ... Tacoma? Yes, not a week after we were blessed with the presence of George Clinton and 420 Funk Mob, another reason to give thanks and praise. Add Queen Latifah Wednesday, Nov. 28, live at the Pantages
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Women veterans take center stage in downtown Tacoma for a day of wellness, sharing, learning and bonding. The 2013 Women Veteran Summit will be held Saturday, June 29 at the Greater Tacoma Trade and Convention Center. The conference will feature guest speakers; breakout sessions covering a wide variety of topics important
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Whether it was a 1933 Velocette KTT Mark 4, the year it opened, or a 2012 BMW K1300S HP, the year it closed, the Goldfish Tavern and motorcycles have had a love affair. The well-known spot for congregating bikers, both authentic and weekend warriors, the Goldfish was a low-key, low-frills,
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There is no such thing as a typical bicyclist, but there are certainly bicycle types. You have your die-hard cyclists, who pour their sinewy bodies into neoprene suits, ride their bikes every day and regard automobiles with derision. You also have your weekend riders, who aren't necessarily competitive like the
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Like some kind of bizarre cross between Braveheart, Woodstock and boot camp of all time, the Down & Dirty Mud Run 5K brings together military and civilians to dress wacky, run a formidable obstacle course and get really, really muddy. Last year, more than 400 runners participated in the annual
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The Korean War began June 25, 1950, when eight divisions and an armored brigade of the North Korean People's Army, NKPA, attacked the Republic of Korea across the 38th parallel. The NKPA forces moved rapidly and captured Seoul, South Korea's capital, within days. Five days later, Pres. Harry S. Truman
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Upon the evening of Thursday, June 27, three local writers will take to the hallowed spaces of King's Books for a reading - an evening of good old fashioned storytelling in Tacoma's most awesome of bookstores. The three writers: Titus Burley, Melissa Thayer and Joshua Swainston seek to entertain you
People Rule
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Their feet have healed; their palates have been satisfied since. The warriors of Mangudai are nearly two months removed from the minimal food and sleep regimen they signed up for in early May and the line for food is about as long as the line of cars
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KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Sgt. Mitchell Barrett, a senior mechanic with Company B, 501st Brigade Support Battalion, 1st Brigade, 1st Armor Division, Staff Sgt. Adrian Urrutia, a platoon sergeant with Company C, 4th Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, Combined Task Force 4-2 (4th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division), and
