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Military Life
Bringing girls together for fun and friendship
Smiles, hugs and laughter -- the signs of friendship and camaraderie -- this is what you'll see at a Girl Scout Troop 40988 meeting. The room is filled with girls in blue and brown vests adorned with brightly colored patches. They're working...
Military Life
Things to consider when hosting a Hail and Farewell
When looking for a location to host a Hail and Farewell, there are many things to consider. The most important is the notorious Interstate 5 traffic, which can be gridlocked when everyone is trying to get to the event. Also the cost of holding an...
Military Life
Shopping a variety of Exchanges in the region
The holidays are a good time to venture out when shopping for the season. There are quite a few Exchanges in the area and each has its own personality and promotions. One thing they all share is tax-free shopping. In Washington state, that is a...
Military Life
Local Facebook Groups and Pages
I have to admit, I am a local Facebook Groupie and by that I mean I belong to a variety of local groups and pages on Facebook. In fact, one of the first pages I joined when I moved here was JBLM Families, which is run by the publishing company of...
Military Life
You've done your research and found yourself a house, a new dentist, a vet, and the closest pharmacy. Now you're settled in and faced with the hardest part of moving to a new community -- making friends. This may be your first move or your 10th,...
Nov
9th
A 7th Infantry Division soldier was found dead Wednesday in an off-post residence near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., the Army announced Thursday. Maj. Robert Hockman, 46, originally from Memphis, Tenn., enlisted in 2002 and was...
Apr
21st
Folks looking to get a bargain and enjoy some second-hand shopping won’t want to miss the annual Spring Flea Market at Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Fest Tent on Lewis Main Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event...
Feb
13th
JBLM to celebrate culture, diversity Feb. 20
African-Americans have played a huge role in American history, including as service members in times of war from the Civil War on. Currently more than 19 percent of the Army is made up of African-American Soldiers, 17 percent in the Air...
Jan
25th
Korean War vet's 'guardian angel'
There are many who believe there is no such thing as coincidence; things happen for a reason and people enter their lives for a purpose.
Jan
25th
West Coast military police brigades embrace unity to increase lethality, readiness
Two military police brigades located on America's West Coast -- one Army Reserve and one active-duty -- have begun a partnership to better prepare their soldiers for war.
Not sure what to do this fall? Check out our Fall Guide for ideas for you and the entire...
The military personnel at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Naval Base Kitsap make up the LARGEST...
In this part of the country, any institution celebrating 100 consecutive years in operation is...
JBLM Spouse magazine is an online publication via your email weekly. It connects you with your...
