Veterans
Since leaving the Army in 1997, John Shalikashvili, who turns 74 in June, remains involved with issues concerning service members. He was appointed chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in August 1993, culminating a career that began in 1958. Ranger reporter J.M. Simpson recently talked via e-mail with Shalikashvili to provide
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Harborstone Credit Union stands steadfastly in support of the local area's military members. "We donate nearly $100,000 annually to support service members," wrote Carlene Joseph, vice president, business development and military relations. In addition, Harborstone, Ranger Publishing, and the Boeing Company have worked hard to build alliance with other 15 businesses to
Veterans
The discovery of two glass bottles dating back to the 1920s has led a Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) archeologist to shed light on a part of the post's history. "We had done a survey on the ground behind the museum, looking for a homestead," said Dr. Bret Ruby, an archeologist and
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Joint Base Lewis-McChord is taking steps toward providing soldiers, airmen and their families with high quality housing. To that end, Army and Air Force leaders celebrated the beginning of privatized housing since the inception of JBLM-McChord Field. A ribbon cutting ceremony marked the event on Tuesday at the new Westcott Hills housing
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The movie "21 And A Wakeup" honors the work of doctors and nurses who served in Vietnam. The film takes place during a four-day period in the 24th Evacuation Hospital, the last hospital during the final days of America's involvement in Vietnam. Director, writer and producer Chris McIntyre produced the work
Business News
A soldier wearing an Army sweatshirt recently walked into Gilchrist Auto Center. Within moments he met Jack Knapp, a sales consultant. "He thanked me for my service," said the soldier, who did not wish to be identified. "I didn't expect that; I expected him to try and sell me a truck. He
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Family, friends and soldiers from the Fort Lewis community honored Sgt. Adam James Ray, Charlie Company, 4th Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 5th Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, during a memorial service held yesterday afternoon. "He loved them and he loved serving with them," his mother said of her son's service with
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A 35-pound ball rests on the end of a foot and a half long chain that is attached to a large equilateral triangular handle. It looks heavy. In fact, it is. But in the hands of Maj. Michael Mai - who stands 6'4" tall and weighs in at 255 pounds - the
Business News
From the experience of running a business comes the wisdom to know how to connect with other businesses. "I'm an entrepreneur in the truest sense of the word," said Patricia Lecy-Davis, owner of Embellish salon. "We survive as a business here because of the connections we've made with other businesses." Motivated to
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National Furniture & Bedrooms is a locally owned company that provides outstanding service to its customers. "We've been in the area for over 20 years," said John Oxsen, the company's general manager, as he sat on a comfortable sofa in the Puyallup store. "We do the best thing for the customer; we
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Shur-Kleen Car Wash is awash in business. Located across the street from Gray Army Airfield, the carwash offers its customers a full range of services. "A car owner can come in here and get a great car wash, hand towel drying to reduce water spots, full-service interior vacuum, window and dashboard cleaning
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The Air Force's dedication to excellence lives in the actions of Airman 1st Class Jessica Morehouse. A firefighter stationed at the Air Force Academy Fire Department, Morehouse and Stacy Billapando, a civilian firefighter with the Colorado Springs Fire Department, teamed up to set two world records during the recently completed Scott
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The 56th Army Band's Brass Quintet enjoys its mission. "It's fun; music is fun, and it's fun here," said Sgt. 1st Class Bob Lynch, the group's noncommissioned officer in charge, between warm-up exercises on his bass trombone. "It is great to be here. We love to play." Spc. Raymond DeLeon, trumpet; Sgt.
Veterans
Valentine's Day allows individuals an opportunity to celebrate their love and appreciation for those close to them. This especially applies to veterans. Called Valentines for Vets, there is a national effort that allows individuals to express their appreciation for what service members - past and present - have done and continue to
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FOB Blackhawk - Negotiations in Afghanistan are nuanced and subtle affairs. There is no sense of urgency, no hint of directness. "Being direct in what we say does not help us," Lt. Col. William Clark told me as we headed into a meeting with Gen. Abdul Razik. Over the past five months
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The mission capability of 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) is about to become a bit more robust. The Army recently announced the planned activation of a new battalion for the group. The activation will bring another 430 Green Berets to Fort Lewis. Along with the soldiers, the change also calls for the
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Capt. Tom Casey and his soldiers still work in a tent. The reason for this is simple; he wanted everyone else to have hard structures in order to better do their missions. "As you can see, we are still in a tent," said the commander of Headquarters and Headquarters Troop (HHT), 8th
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With the recent signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), the creation of Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) passed a key milestone. The final result of many months of work by planners from both bases, the agreement completes the process of creating the joint base. JBLM is on track to initiate joint operations
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Staff Sgt. Christian Panquerne is a dedicated soldier who enjoys the variety his military occupational specialty, or MOS, provides him. "It's part of combat arms," said Panquerne as he sat in his living quarters at Camp Taji, Iraq. "I enjoy the infantry, and I also enjoy the engineering - the blowing
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FOB Blackhawk - There is deliberateness akin to how a surgeon works that goes into the planning of an artillery strike in the fire direction center, or FDC. Except instead of using a scalpel to work, the center uses 155mm howitzers. Attached to the 5th Stryker Brigade's 8th Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment,
