Operation Family Support
Operation Homefront of Washington does not take its mandate to help Soldiers and their families lying down. "We're here to help Soldiers in any way," Tracy Curran, operations manager, Operation Homefront of Washington, said as vehicles lined up next to semi trailers full of mattresses Saturday morning in Lakewood. Operation Homefront provides
Health
Every so often, this fine publication asks me to write a story about an individual's transition from military service to civilian life. These are fun stories to do; I get a glimpse of different individuals' lives and how their military experiences shape their civilian occupations. But in the case of Dr. Tracy
Business News
Pacific Automotive Service Center wants to serve the Joint Base Lewis-McChord community. "They are very friendly to the military and civilian community," Capt. Arslan Chaudhry, commander, Bravo Company, 47th Combat Support Hospital (CSH), wrote in an email. As a promotion to acquaint itself with the local area and the military, the newly
Focus
To let my veil of journalistic objectivity (an oxymoron if there ever was one) slip a bit: At times I get annoyed with people who say they support the military. Sometimes the people who talk the most and mean the least are military officials, but I digress. Talk is cheap. Talk is
Kids
Aiden Randall assumed a fighting pose and waited for the next command. When it came, the 7-year-old son of Joint Base Lewis-McChord Staff Sgt. Donald and Tawna Randall executed a number of basic karate moves. "Being here has given him a great sense of confidence, discipline and self motivation," Aiden's mother said
Focus
Standing in a patch of tall grass and brush, Mike Cooke looked at his compass, checked his map and headed off in a northwesterly direction. His objective - which was a red topped, white post - was more than 1,300 meters away. Lucky us, I thought, this was no walk in the
Jobs
For the foreseeable future, some form of transportation based on the automobile will exist. For those mechanically minded military members thinking about a career once they separate, working as an automotive mechanic may be an option. "We look for a team-oriented person; someone who cares about his or her coworkers," Scott Tveten,
Jobs
Working with a business partner can be challenging, as no two (or more) individuals will agree all the time. And disagreement can lead to trouble. That potential can be multiplied when one's business partner is also one's spouse. The results of such a partnership can either be disruption and chaos or teamwork
Focus
There is a four-step process by which veterans can receive a disability from the Veterans Health Administration for post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. First, tell the truth. That's right - don't lie to the VA. The folks who work there are not stupid. They know that veterans need the VA's help; they
Focus
Quite understandably, boaters take a great deal of pride in their crafts as well as the innovations occurring in the boating industry. When it comes to keeping up with change - or if one is thinking about buying that first boat, these shows are a great place to learn and find
Explore
Quite understandably, boaters take a great deal of pride in their crafts as well as the innovations occurring in the boating industry. When it comes to keeping up with change - or if one is thinking about buying that first boat, these shows are a great place to learn and find
Veterans
They are the fabulous 10.At a luncheon held in Auburn in early November, the Governor's Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee and the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) recognized seven individuals who have devoted time and energy to improving the lives of Washington's veterans. Three others also received the award.
Housing
No one disagrees about the importance of a good night's sleep."Everyone needs rest and that comes from a good mattress," David Smith, co-owner of Mattress Depot USA, said. "Getting a good night's sleep makes life a bit easier."Mattress Depot USA specializes in selling quality clearance, mismatched, factory seconds and closeout
Veterans
The 800-pound gorilla of the federal budget deficit and all of its consequences has begun to undermine the long-term financial confidence of many military families. What's more, the deficit's effects may have a significant impact on the traditional 20-year retirement benefit Servicemembers receive for honorable service.A recent survey conducted by
Focus
Sgt. 1st Class Ken Cowen stared at the regimental pin on the blouse of Spc. Amedee Santamour. Cowen's eyes never wavered as he examined the pin. Santamour never moved; his eyes fixed on a spot on the wall of the Captain George Fortson Armory on Camp Murray. Several moments later,
Business News
Mo and Angie Aliabadi know how to thank Soldiers and their families. "We benefit from the presence of and sacrifices these men and women (make)," Aliabadi said as he sat in his immaculate office at South Tacoma Auto. "They serve us every day, and we would like to serve them
Neighborhoods
Staff Sgt. Christopher Phelps got down on his hands and knees and carefully looked over an 81mm mortar shell. Assigned to the 49th Ordnance Battalion and stationed at Fort Campbell, Ky, Phelps was one of 24 Soldiers taking part in a Team Leader Training Academy (TLTA) hosted at Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Schools
Commercial Driver Services (CDS) offers opportunities for individuals to start or advance their careers through a series of excellent local and long-haul truck driving training programs. "We offer individuals a great opportunity to grow in a growing industry," Victor Ratz, who co-owns the business with his wife, Petra, said. "There is
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
Focus
Brandon Frederick said that there's nothing better than a day on the water. I think he's onto something. In order for those days on the water to be the best possible, it is vital to winterize your boat in preparation for the upcoming boating season. The first thing to winterize is the boat's
