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Over the last 15 years, the recruiting rate of the all-volunteer force has been declining, said Stephanie Miller, deputy assistant secretary of defense for military personnel policy. Those with an interest in serving and qualification rates are hovering near all-time lows, she said yesterday at the Institute for Defense Analysis in Alexandria,
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - As the new year continues, February brings a time of celebration in honor of Black History Month. Airmen of African American heritage worldwide have dedicated their lives to defending the United States of America, honoring the vital role that black history plays in its culture and
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Leadership from across Joint Base Lewis-McChord gathered inside building 580 on McChord Field Jan. 23 to celebrate the reopening of the child development center after nearly four years of renovation. "This is exciting. It is a relief to see the renovations complete after such a long road,"
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Twelve years after arriving in the United States from Ukraine, U.S. Army Sgt. Dmytro Tsvira, a culinary specialist assigned to 296th Brigade Support Battalion on JBLM, shares how he plans to achieve his personal and career goals. Sgt. Tsvira maintains operations at Ghost Bistro, First Striker Brigade
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Nestled along the shores of the Puget Sound, Steilacoom, is a charming and historic town that often goes unnoticed among the bustling cities of the Pacific Northwest. Despite its relatively small size, Steilacoom boasts a rich history, picturesque landscapes, and a welcoming community that makes it a hidden gem for
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - "Life is a competition, not with others, but with ourselves. We should seek each day to live stronger, better, truer lives; each day to master some weakness of yesterday; each day to repair a mistake; each day to surpass ourselves." - David B. Haight.
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Within the vibrant walls of Joint Base-Lewis McChord's Arts and Craft Center, the Alcohol Ink Arts class has emerged as a dynamic hub for artistic expression. Led by Alicia Butler, the Arts and Crafts Center Business Manager, and attended by participants like Genevieve Shelby, the
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No Barriers USA, which provides programs for veterans with visible and invisible disabilities, is excited to launch its 2024 season with the opening of applications for its No Barriers Warriors program. The application period opened on Jan. 9. In 2024, No Barriers Warriors will have several programs for veterans with disabilities:
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Last year, the undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness signed policy implementing within the Defense Department and across the military services the requirements laid out under the Brandon Act.? Within the DOD and military services, the Brandon Act allows service members to request a mental health evaluation just by making
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America's Credit Union is steadfastly focused on supporting military families at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and beyond. Our local dedication to providing you with the best financial services and resources will never falter no matter where your military assignment takes you. Once a member of ACU, always a member of ACU.
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The Clover Park School District exists to create promising futures by providing educational programs in order to prepare its students for the careers of tomorrow. Joint Base Lewis-McChord hosts six CPSD schools: Beachwood Elementary, Carter Lake Elementary, Evergreen Elementary, Hillside Elementary, Meriwether Elementary and Rainier Elementary. While the district receives state
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Snoqualmie Pass, located about 80 miles from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, is the perfect winter playground for the entire family. The Snoqualmie Pass summit consists of four ski areas which provide plenty of opportunities for skiing and snowboarding - 1,994 skiable acres to be exact. But if you're looking beyond those typical
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD, WA - The 5th Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery Regiment, the Army's first Long Range Fires Battalion (LRFB), conducted a ceremony on Jan. 11, 2024, at the base to activate the second Mid-Range Capability (MRC) battery in support of Multi-Domain Operations. "The activation of Delta Battery, 5-3 FA expands
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Standing in a wooded area, Sgt. Isaiah Quinby is gathering information from a displaced individual who fled their home after being forcefully removed. It's important he gather as much information as possible from his line of questions to help paint an accurate picture of what is going on. As Quinby finishes
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Thanks to the incredible support from the Joint Base Lewis-McChord community and our neighboring communities, Santa's Castle - Washington was able to provide over $520,000 worth of Christmas presents to JBLM families in need this year. That number equates to 2,822 children and 1,300 families who benefited from your
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As part of an expansion of a Defense Department pilot program that kicked off in February 2023, most Uniformed Services Identification, or USID, card holders can now renew their cards online and receive them in the mail, instead of having to schedule an appointment at an ID card office.? Before this
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The Veterans Benefits Banking Program provides veterans with a safe, reliable and inexpensive way to receive and manage their VA monetary benefits. Now the program has added a new component with the integration of a newly redesigned VetCents, which helps veterans gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to take control of
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Winter always feels like the perfect opportunity to get dressed up and cozy inside a local steakhouse for a hearty meal. Luckily, in the south sound there are quite a few steakhouses right at our fingertips. Reservations are always recommended to ensure you have a spot as these places can
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Golf Course (1529 Mounts Rd. SW, DuPont) on Sunday, Feb. 4. The film, at 4 p.m., will be followed by Q&A with filmmaker Dru Holley and representatives from Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle. "In 1866, six all-Black cavalry and infantry regiments were created after Congress passed the Army Organization Act. They
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WASHINGTON - The Department of Defense has approved a new policy to cover pet travel expenses, like pet transportation or quarantine fees, incurred by service members during a Permanent Change of Station (PCS). As of Jan. 1, 2024, military service members going through a PCS within the continental United States can
