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Online school for the troops

The Martinsburg Institute has been offering distance learning services to those in the military and their families since 1980. In those days, classes were conducted out of buildings in New York. Presently, the Martinsburg Institute provides classes online for individuals all over the world. Its goal is to offer distance learning

“Balloon Guy” creates smiles out of air

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“Balloon Guy” creates smiles out of air

"How do you do that?" "Where did you learn how to do that?" These are questions Jared Doss is used to by now, having done the ‘Balloon Guy' gig for a little over a year. "What are you making?" is another very popular question asked of Doss, until suddenly, out of a seemingly

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Disabled find work on JBLM

Since 1979, the Vadis organization has been helping individuals with disabilities find employment here in the Pacific Northwest. From its humble beginnings, Vadis now helps more than 350 people per year find employment, including work opportunities at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. For approximately 15 years, Vadis has extended its services to the

Get wet and enjoy the beautiful northwest!

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Get wet and enjoy the beautiful northwest!

Summer is directly around the corner, and while the weather does often change here in the Pacific Northwest, there's no reason to take advantage of a day - or half a day - of great weather!  This is a guide to some of the best places in Pierce and Thurston

City of Lakewood honors Vietnam vets in April

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City of Lakewood honors Vietnam vets in April

A mix of civilians and veterans gathered at Lakewood City Hall Monday to honor all veterans of the Vietnam War and celebrate the month of April as "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Month" for the city of Lakewood. Lakewood City Council Members Mary Moss, Jason Whalen and Mike Brandstetter, Lakewood City Clerk

Used books on the cheap

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Used books on the cheap

Not willing to pony up the cash for a book from the big box store or Amazon.com? For those who like to support local small businesses, the South Sound is rich when it comes to the number of used bookstores. Here is a list of several stores in and around

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The Road To A Revolution

Zak Carter knows a thing or two about being involved with a political campaign and organizing events.  His latest venture, the Rock The Revolution Tour, is easily the most ambitious undertaking yet. Rock The Revolution Tour began as a simple inquiry Carter posted on the The Daily Paul - the official

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