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Air Force veteran starts candy company which helps those with OCD

Marguerite Cleveland on November 9th, 2018 - Comments

In 2002, when retired Master Sgt. Ellen Laguatan, owner, OCD Candy Company was still serving in the Air Force, she used to keep a jar of candy on her desk. Due to her Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, she kept the candy color coordinated and...

Embrace your (small) space

Missy Bouchat on November 1st, 2018 - Comments

While many Americans believe that bigger is better, the size of your home may be based on many variables. Whether you move into a small space because of budget, environmental concerns, or lack of housing options, there is always a solution to...

Navy veteran leverages DIY skills to start business

Marguerite Cleveland on October 18th, 2018 - Comments

Navy veteran, and now military spouse, Jasmine Schmidt, is the owner of AR Workshop in Gig Harbor. An AR Workshop is a boutique Do-It-Yourself (DIY) studio where they have all the materials you need to create custom home decor.

Childcare Aware of America helps military families

Missy Bouchat on October 18th, 2018 - Comments

Whether you're a brand new parent or bringing home baby number five, the task of finding a childcare provider that is the highest quality but still affordable is daunting, especially when facing the reality of having to do it all over again every...

Military OneSource connects you to your best MilLife

Military Community Support Programs on October 12th, 2018 - Comments

Army life is not easy. Most American families face challenges and stress from typical life events -- employment and work issues, paying the bills, finding quality child care, and dealing with relationships -- just to name a few. Military...