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Health
RangerKen on February 4th, 2012
FROM ARMY TIMES...
The Army says it has begun trials of a simple blood test that can diagnose traumatic brain injuries, a signature wound of the war that is nevertheless tough to detect.
The study of more than 1,600 patients will culminate with submission of its findings to the
Focus
RangerKen on February 2nd, 2012
My San Antonio...
What is a class act?
That could be the correct response to a "Jeopardy!" clue about a military physician stationed in San Antonio who was a recent winner on the popular game show.
Capt. Brendan Graham, whose three-show stint ended Monday with winnings of $46,602, is keeping only half the money.
The
Deals
RangerKen on January 31st, 2012
Imprinting services
Military customers always get the most favorable pricing on everything produced in-house at Getting Personal Imprinting & Tacoma Trophy. The business also offers 30 percent off all invitations, including wedding and other social events, as well as military retirements, promotions and change of command ceremonies. Other products include buttons,
Military Life
RangerKen on January 31st, 2012
FROM ARMY WIFE NETWORK...
The Urban dictionary defines the Household 6 (HH6) as "a military man's stay-at-home wife". This may have been true in the past, but today sometimes the wife works outside the home or the wife is the Soldier and the husband has a civilian
Veterans
RangerKen on January 30th, 2012
FROM THE AMERICAN LEGION...
A delegation of Legionnaires from the Department of Washington and National Headquarters distributed retail gift cards and other items to 500 wounded warriors stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, during an Operation Comfort Warriors visit there January 12-13."They didn't expect the check and donations," Department of Washington Commander
Focus
RangerKen on January 30th, 2012
FROM ARMY TIMES...
The success of a mission, deployment or career often depends on relations with local nationals, coalition partners and subordinates. If they become disengaged, operations can go crashing down.Perhaps no Army organization values the power of persuasion like the West Point Negotiation Project, a group that is changing the
Transitioning
RangerKen on January 29th, 2012
FROM SPOUSEBUZZ...
‘Tis the season and many of my friends are preparing to PCS. Here are my seven reasons why a PCS is similar to birthing babies. Maybe you can relate, whether you are about to have a baby or are about to move.
1. Both are due to
Health
RangerKen on January 28th, 2012
FROM ARMY TIMES...
Researchers at Stony Brook University Medical Center in New York have determined that a soldier who deployed to Iraq is now carrying particles of titanium, iron and copper in his lungs.
In a letter published this month in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine,
Military Life
RangerKen on January 25th, 2012
Significant changes were made to AFI 36-2908, Family Care Plans. FCP ensures that military families are taken care of during drills, annual training, mobilization and deployment. Some changes specifically impact those military members who may deploy. Here is the rundown on the new FCP requirements.
News Articles
RangerKen on January 25th, 2012
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Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on February 4th, 2012
FROM STARS AND STRIPES...
Starting this month, the Defense Department will calculate imminent-danger pay by the day rather than the month, a cost-cutting move the department estimated last year could save $30 million annually.
Up to now, servicemembers received a full month's imminent-danger pay -- $225 -- for spending
Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on February 3rd, 2012
TGIF. We give you three "W" ideas for getting to know your area better.
WOLF HAVEN: You can see rescued wolves up close in Tenino.
WARRIOR ZONE: If you haven't heard, North Fort has the place to be for Soldiers and Airmen.
WSU: Washington State University has programs here in the South Sound
Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on February 2nd, 2012
FROM ARMY TIMES...
The Veterans Affairs Department has announced new burial rules to make parents of some deceased veterans eligible for interment in national veterans cemeteries.
The policy, announced Tuesday in a notice in the Federal Register, implements the Corey Shea Act, passed by Congress in 2010 as
Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on February 1st, 2012
FROM ARMY TIMES...
For decades, federal law has barred troops from suing the government for any injuries they suffer as a result of malpractice in military medical facilities, no matter how negligent or egregious the error.
Now government lawyers in Florida are seeking to expand that restriction to include the
Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on February 1st, 2012
FROM USA TODAY...
WASHINGTON - One of the Pentagon's major health care contractors, which is fighting to keep its multibillion-dollar contract, recently paid a $10 million fine to the federal government to settle a Justice Department suit over claims the company failed to pass on savings to the
Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on January 31st, 2012
More ideas for a weekend drive trip. Make your plans now and explore the PNW.
Tri-Cities
Multnomah Falls
Harrison Hot Springs
Spokane
White Pass
Mima Mounds
Lucky Eagle
Portland
Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on January 31st, 2012
FROM THE FAYETTEVILLE OBSERVER...
Soldiers who fought overseas during World War II sometimes made souvenirs of Nazi helmets, swords or daggers. Today's troops have war relics, too: digital photos and videos with the potential to reach a vast audience.
"Oh yeah, I've got hundreds of 'em," said Army Spc.
Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on January 30th, 2012
Three more ways to get to know your neighborhood.
CONCERTS: Keep your eye on big name acts coming to Tacoma by staying in tune with the Tacoma Dome's schedule of events.
FUNKY: If you like funky shops, great food and people watching, then Seattle's Fremont neighborhood is for you. Don't miss the
Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on January 30th, 2012
FROM KATV...
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) today honored the life and service of Sergeant First Class Benjamin Wise who gave his life in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.In a speech on the Senate floor, Boozman recognized the sacrifice of SFC Wise, a graduate of West Side Christian High School in
Fort Lewis Blog
RangerKen on January 30th, 2012
FROM KIRO...
SEATTLE - Joint Base Lewis-McChord isn't expected to be impacted as heavily as bases in some other states by military cutbacks announced Thursday by U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta. Panetta announced his plan to cut nearly $500 billion from the military's budget over the next 10 years. The Army will
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