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There's an old saying, "when one door closes, another one opens," and in the case of two brigades here on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, those words were proven true and eagerly welcomed. The 17th Fires and 555th Engineer brigades celebrated the grand opening of Cannon and Castle Grill
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The installation provost marshal has a stern, but fair warning to the community regarding illegally parked vehicles. All trailers, boats, RVs and nonfunctioning vehicles illegally parked on Joint Base Lewis-McChord will be towed, starting Nov. 11, at the owner's expense. That is the final day of the installation's
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Leaders from 1st Battalion, 377th Field Artillery, cased their colors for deployment during a ceremony at Soldiers Field House held Sept. 28. The 1-377 FA is part of the 17th Fires Brigade and will be heading to various locations throughout Afghanistan. Lieutenant Col. Charles Roede, 1-377 FA commander,
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The last day for services at Main Post Chapel on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Lewis Main, will be Sept. 18, but the JBLM community has little reason to be concerned. The closure is temporary. Meanwhile, Evergreen Chapel has reopened and will provide space for services and meetings until renovations are
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Despite only being six Soldiers strong, its members form easily the most visible group in a parade or ceremony.For the I Corps Command Honor Guard, there is no room for error. From the perfectly aligned flags they carry to their precise cadence, Soldiers work diligently to ensure everything about the
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With a deployment on the horizon, America's Corps is ramping up as it prepares for its departure to Afghanistan. When I Corps deploys this summer, its mission will be to help lead the International Security Assistance Force Joint Command in Kabul - a complex mission in a complex
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It might seem out of reach for some people, but owning a business does not have to be a farfetched idea or dream to be put off - even for those challenged by being married to servicemembers. Military spouses are often successful entrepreneurs by using organizational skills developed by living busy
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The four fallen Warriors of 5th Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery shared a love of country and dedication to their fellow "First Round" Soldiers that knew no bounds, and on May 5, those warriors' loved ones shared tears and memories.Families and friends of 5-3 FA, 17th Fires Brigade, came together during
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JBLM Army 10-miler team try-outs: May 14, June 4 & June 25; 9AM @Sheridan Fitness Center. Competitors run two laps around Gray Army Airfield (8.6 miles) during each timed trial. Selections based on speed, potential, & ability to work as a team - aspiring racers encouraged to attend all 3
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If free activities, generously discounted outdoor equipment, kayak demonstrations and treasure hunting appeal to your senses, you'll want to mark your calendar. Northwest Adventure Center is having its Annual Open House and Community Yard Sale May 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Director of Outdoor Recreation, Laura Lad, said the
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In a military where change is inevitable, especially during time of war, exchanging ideas and passing on lessons learned can prove valuable for all organizations, but especially for the Army's newest configuration of intelligence Soldiers. The 201st Battlefield Surveillance Brigade recently hosted the third annual BfSB Symposium at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
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When Robert Worthington, 43, came back from Iraq in 1991, he was a changed man. The Army Reservist and Operation Desert Storm veteran was constantly fatigued, easily forgetting things and unable to concentrate, making it nearly impossible to keep a steady job. His life is about to change again -
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The Army Family Covenant is in its second year, and the promise of committing time and resources to improve quality of life continues. One way the Army keeps its promise is by building new homes to meet the needs and desires of servicemembers and their families. Thanks to a partnership between
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If quality, location and value are priorities when deciding where to call home, servicemembers at all levels are eligible to consider the new Town Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. As an all-ranks center, the 220 units represent a first for JBLM and one of only a few Armywide. The town center
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At 54 years old, Leamon Woodley is in better physical condition than many Soldiers half his age. A trained powerlifter, the Joint Base Lewis-McChord athlete and civilian employee holds more records than he can keep track of. Earlier this month, that number increased by two.The retired master sergeant competed in
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She lights up a room with her enthusiasm and puts others at ease with her smile, but when it comes to talking about herself, Staff Sgt. Michelle Baker can be quite reclusive. Baker's energy and ability to carry a tune that can send anyone's feet tapping are just two of many
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For a man with four deployments under his belt and is credited with saving multiple lives, most would agree Sgt. Jayson Bayer has every right to be proud. Instead, the medic showed an abundance of humility during an awards presentation in his honor. Bayer, 575th Area Support Medical Company, 56th Multifunctional
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Not all Soldiers have loved ones to welcome them home from deployments. In an effort to make sure no Soldier comes home feeling unappreciated, the mayor of Gig Harbor and his wife are making sure no Soldier goes home to an empty barracks room. The community of Gig Harbor pulled together
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Major David McRae holds two of his four children - sons Mason, left, and Peyton - and his wife, Capt. Andrea McRae holds daughter Molly, left, and son Nathan while visiting them at Madigan June 30. The McRae quadruplets were born premature on May 12 at 36 1/2 weeks' gestation. Women
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Members of the Joint Base Lewis-McChord community and Clover Park School District gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating JBLM's newest facility on May 12. Located on Garcia Boulevard in New Hillside, JBLM Lewis Main, the center was built for Schools of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills Unlimited, a program offered through
