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Capt. Lindsey Gerheim's love of the game of softball is at the center of her serving in the Army. "Since I was coordinated enough to compete, sports have provided me a solid foundation in my development as a player, teammate and coach," Gerheim said. "The initial skills of teamwork present a
Business News
Chris Lyons and Keith Quimby are artists in the making of vodka. Owners of the newly opened Carbon Glacier Distillery, the two veterans - Lyons served in the Navy; Quimby served in the Air Force - are well on their way to making their mark in the distilling industry. The distillery -
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More than 50 couples from 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) on Joint Base Lewis-McChord had the opportunity on June 25 to enjoy a complimentary meal, drinks and a sunset boat cruise from Tacoma to Gig Harbor. "We cram 30 hours of training in a daily operational tempo, so the opportunity on
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If someone you knew was having feelings or thoughts of suicide, would you know what to say? One former Servicemember in particular does. As the Suicide Prevention Coordinator for the Washington National Guard, Harper Peterson trains and educates Soldiers, Airmen, family members and employers about the importance of suicide awareness, prevention and
Spouses
Army National Guard Sgt. Leigh Flanigan stood rooted to the spot, eyes glued to the screen in the Tactical Operations Center (TOC). She watched as two men were being chain-sawed to death. But this wasn't another grindhouse movie - it was a confiscated DVD recording of two captured Afghanistan insurgents
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1502 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402 253.627.3535 Web site When you’re in the mood to dine with distinction, there’s no better place than the Pacific Grill. It leans toward the expensive side, but the experience is worth it during those moments when kitchen, floor and wine staff hit on all cylinders together. Steaks, chops
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1502 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402 253.627.3535 Web site When you’re in the mood to dine with distinction, there’s no better place than the Pacific Grill. It leans toward the expensive side, but the experience is worth it during those moments when kitchen, floor and wine staff hit on all cylinders together. Steaks, chops
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Lt. Gen. Robert Brown is a caring Soldier whom I deeply respect. My respect is based on experience. I met then Col. Brown on a cold and wet March morning in 2004 as he and 13 other Soldiers prepared for an event called the Lancer Challenge. I was surprised the commander of 1st
Scene It
As summer lazily approaches us here in the Pacific Northwest, a certain list comes to mind: Top 5 hidden secret decks in which to celebrate summer, all with views of Commencement Bay. I'd love to tell you all five of these hidden secret decks, but they're hidden and secret for
Stage
I've spent much of the last few weeks slapping mosquitos and wrestling with iambic pentameter, all in service to a murderous king and his conflicted, unpredictable stepson. I'm referring to Hamlet, the third Olympia offering from a young but dedicated troupe known as Animal Fire Theatre. It's probably the finest
Cup Check
Think about how many cups of coffee you've bought this week. Then think about the hundreds of people you watched while you waited for the barista to yell that your venti, iced Americano was ready. Now imagine if your powers of observation - not to mention your caffeine addiction -
Cup Check
Maybe it's the athleticism or an escape from the kids or a third wave of feminism, but for a growing number of women in the T-Town area, roller derby rocks. Just don't get caught in the corners of the 180-foot oval track where the "bouts" are held - you could wind
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Ever thought the world needs more singer/songwriters who make sad, experimental music alone in their basements and make band names for themselves even though they don’t have a band? No, me neither, but Between the Pine is well worth a listen despite falling in this category. James Diotte, the man behind
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Ever thought the world needs more singer/songwriters who make sad, experimental music alone in their basements and make band names for themselves even though they don’t have a band? No, me neither, but Between the Pine is well worth a listen despite falling in this category. James Diotte, the man behind
Neighborhoods
I really like Pao, and I really, really like his donuts, but to be completely honest the huge pictures hanging in his donut shop (you know, the ones that each feature one of his three kids, at age one, propped up and smiling next to - quite literally - a
