Operation Family Support
Continually giving back to the communities it serves, Pioneer Services, a local financial services company, is showing its appreciation and thanks to service members and their families once again this holiday season by giving away commissary food and retail gift cards in the months of November and December. Known as the
Neighborhoods
The boxes for Toys for Tots are out. The Salvation Army's Angel Tags are being handed out. That means the volunteers at Joint Base Lewis-McChord's Santa's Castle are hard at work, preparing to make the holidays a little better for a large contingent of local military children dreaming of the
Explore
You might not be thinking about pitchers and catchers reporting, after all, the baseball season just ended in October. However, this is maybe the best time to think about arranging a glimpse into the dugout of the local Major Leaguers, the Mariners' Safeco Field ballpark. With no games on the
Military Life
"EOD is a small community, so we are a family," said Paula Daniels, whose husband, 1st Sgt. Jeremy Daniels of the 710th EOD Company at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, has deployed eight times over the course of his 13-year career. "We need to take care of each other." Her way of giving
Focus
Tonight's holiday concert (Dec. 8, 2012) at Carey Theater is going to rock. "This will be a wonderful event for everyone," SFC Thomas Babbit said as he sat behind his drum set. "All sorts of music will be play, and it will be fun." The Soldiers Rockin' Holiday Traditions concert will be held
Military Life
It is often said that noncommissioned officers are the backbone of the Army. But most of us know that the true backbone in any military family is the spouse. From taking care of the kids and house to keeping the home fires burning while their Servicemember is deployed, military spouses
Military Resources
The holiday season is a time of joy, cheer, giving and gratitude. But how do you explain the holiday spirit to a 5-year old, when on Christmas morning there are no gifts under the tree, or even a tree, for that matter? Thought the season isn't necessarily about gifts, eggnog,
PROMO
(CONTEST CLOSED. CONGRATULATIONS LELA AND DIANE!) Last we week gave away two, $20 gift cards to the new Cafe Banana in Lakewood. There was much rejoicing. So let's do it again. This morning we're giving away another two $20 gift cards to Cafe Banana Asian Bistro inside the Great American Casino. The
Neighborhoods
As a former doorman at a popular night club, I'm familiar with the game - familiar with the intricate ritual engaged in by singles across the South Sound every weekend. Whether you realize it or not, there are singles of almost every age on the prowl every Friday and Saturday -
Concert Alert
We list major concerts going on sale this weekend, as well as national touring acts performing in the Puget Sound this week and down the road. SECRET TICKET CODE TM = Ticketmaster, 253.627.TIXS, www.ticketmaster.com TW = TicketsWest, 800.325.SEAT, www.ticketswest.com TWEB = Ticketweb, 866.468.7623, www.ticketweb.com >>> ON SALE FRIDAY, DEC. 9, 10
Focus
Captain Gregory McCrum has quite a Christmas surprise for his two children: he is home seven months early. He and 170 other Soldiers from 62nd Medical Brigade and 17th Fires Brigade stepped off a chartered plane at McChord Field Tuesday night, representing the last large troop movement of
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Lieutenant Colonel Doug LeVien and Maj. Kenneth A. Willeford, commanders of the 593rd Special Troops Battalion and the 22nd Human Resources Company respectively, cut a ribbon, ceremoniously opening the 593rd Sustainment Brigade's post office Dec. 1 on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The post office is run entirely by
Focus
Sergeant 1st Class Patrick Huntley was viewed as the "go to guy" for advice by many of his Soldiers. But his willing ear and wise counsel are gone. An accident took his life Nov. 7. His Soldiers were joined by others from the Joint Base Lewis-McChord community for
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There are few gifts as inexpensive and meaningful as the one that sustains life. The Armed Services Blood Bank Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord collected donations of said gift at Nelson Recreation Center Nov. 30 for one of its most successful drives to date. Each unit of
Health
Has someone recently told you that your appointment will be held in the Jay Clinic? How about the Finch, Bear or Apache Clinic? If so, you are a part of a shift at Madigan Healthcare System toward a Patient-Centered Medical Home model of care. One of the more
Health
You probably already knew that Tricare covers seasonal flu, H1N1 flu and pneumonia vaccines at retail pharmacies. And you probably also knew that Tricare covers those vaccines at 100 percent, with no copay. Combined, that means you and your Family can get any of those shots at
Focus
Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 508th Military Police Battalion flag football team's roster took some hits this year. The 2010 Army Joint Base Lewis-McChord champions lost five of its players throughout the season - some due to deployments. After the MPs defeated GSSC, 1st Special Forces Group, 8-6,
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Seattle land and sea Dec. 10: $45. Visit the Seattle Aquarium and Pike Place Market. The aquarium is filled with local exhibits and many amazing things to see and touch. You'll see a visiting harbor seal and amazing views. Plus, Pike Place Market has an assortment of unique
Military Life
Jessica Morales values sewing as far more than just a handy household skill. To the 12-year Army spouse, it's a hobby, a relaxer and a stress reliever. It's a way to deal with her husband's deployments, a chance to honor her Japanese heritage and an opportunity
Military Life
For many, the holiday season is more about giving than receiving. This year, the Spangler family has plans to do both: They're giving a child with special needs a home and receiving a brand new Family member. Warrant Officer 1 Jeferey Spangler, 4th Squadron, 6th Attack Reconnaissance Squadron,
