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For Deanna Clarke, who has been grooming pets for close to 30 years, it was just the right time to go out on her own. Her colorfully named Groomingdale's pet salon opened its doors in Lakewood over Labor Day weekend, and since then, Clarke has been steadily gaining clients, as
Military Life
Did you know that Col. Mustard did it with the candlestick in the conservatory? If Clue was the game you excelled at, you might want to try your hand at a real-life reenactment this month on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Murder 101, an interactive murder mystery dinner theater show, will be holding
PCSing with Pets
The to-do list when you PCS can be never-ending and as a result little things often fall through the cracks, like switching your magazine subscriptions...but what about the dog? In addition to finding a good doggy daycare or kennel, many breeds require steady grooming appointments. The first step, like with anything
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Want to escape the hustle of Pacific Avenue or the bustle of Sixth Avenue, but still hang in T-town? The Proctor District, in Tacoma's historic North End area, can provide a day's worth of distraction, from cooking classes to memorable movie moments. Food for thought The Metropolitan Market, which has six
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Call it beginner's luck. "I never win anything," said Pvt. Jarred Hoskins, 20, who moved to Joint Base Lewis-McChord right out of basic training eight months ago. Lucky for him, the first time he won something, he won big. On Jan. 25, Hoskins was presented with a check for $2,500 from
Kids
Regardless of what the economy does or where life leads, knowing how to manage your own money is a valuable skill. One local credit union is trying to instill that lesson early by working with school-aged children to open savings accounts. When a PTA member from Chloe Clark Elementary approached America's
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The Seattle Art Museum, better known as the SAM, has three eco-friendly locations in the city to include the SAM Downtown, the Seattle Asian Art Museum and the Olympic Sculpture Park. Though the Asian Art Museum was built more than 50 years before the others, the 150,000 sq. ft. SAM
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To usher in 2012, local business is launching another yearlong campaign to support local Servicemembers and their families, starting with events at the end of this month. Here's a glimpse into what is planned. Coming up quickly on the calendar is Operation Fun, which will take place Feb. 11 from 10
Operation Family Support
When a group of driven military spouses sets its sights on something, the idea typically not only comes to fruition, but also morphs into something to be reckoned with. When the National Military Family Association (NMFA) began in 1969, it was simply a group of wives wanting to care for friends
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The 7th annual Children's Film Festival Seattle is underway at the Film Forum Cinemas. The event will feature more than 100 films from 30 countries, ranging from live animation, shorts, feature-length films and historical pieces. Audiences will also see live performances, including a special performance of "String," a new theater piece
Veterans
The job market is still a little bleak, but some career fields are starting to turn a corner. For veterans and transitioning Servicemembers, this can make a world of difference when deciding on their next step. For some occupations, military training and experience can be an asset. Recently, the Bureau of
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It's cold, dark and wet ... it's winter in the Pacific Northwest, and you're bored. Luckily, in this area, there are plenty of opportunities for warm, dry, adventurous activities under a roof. For starters, the truly brave can escape the elements inside iFlySeattle, an indoor wind tunnel in Tukwila, and learn
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For America's Credit Union President and CEO Ken Leonard, who grew up as an Army brat, the decision to work on the creation of both the Memorial and Reflection Parks, respectively, on Joint Base Lewis-McChord was an easy one. "I've been part of the military most of my life, so this
Military Life
The holidays are over, which means the long lines at customer service in every store - including AAFES' Exchange stores - are full of people eager to exchange or return gifts that were not what they wanted or didn't fit. "We normally give customers the opportunity to use an item purchased
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It's cold, dark and wet ... it's winter in the Pacific Northwest, and you're bored. Luckily, in this area, there are plenty of opportunities for warm, dry, adventurous activities under a roof. For starters, the truly brave can escape the elements inside iFlySeattle, an indoor wind tunnel in Tukwila, and learn
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It is not the Space Needle or Pike's Place Market. Instead, Fremont is an overlooked neighborhood in Seattle that is popular with the locals but not packed with tourists. Before it was annexed in 1891, Fremont was a separate city, and even today, with its countless alleys and staircases leading
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When shoppers walk into either Exchange store on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, they hear the buzz of crowds, smell the offerings of the Food Court and see a smattering of kiosks and vendors selling everything from popcorn to patriotic signs. "We want vendors with items that will enhance what the Exchange has,
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For a sprained wrist or a nasty viral infection, you'll need to head to the doctor. Chances are, the problem can be fielded easily by a Primary Care Manager (PCM) physician. However, when a medical issue requires more extensive or specific care, patients often have to enlist the services of
Military Resources
If you have kids and have ever wanted to escape the house for a Saturday night out, chances are you're familiar with the struggle to find a qualified sitter you can both afford and trust. Sittercity, the largest online source for caregivers of all kinds, can be helpful but the
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"It's a myth that credit unions are not as convenient as banks," said Heidi West, vice president of marketing for America's Credit Union. "On the contrary, many credit unions, including ACU, offer multiple electronic services including online banking, mobile banking, online bill pay, eStatements, eNotices, eAlerts and account aggregation. Our
