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Winter always feels like the perfect opportunity to get dressed up and cozy inside a local steakhouse for a hearty meal. Luckily, in the south sound there are quite a few steakhouses right at our fingertips. Reservations are always recommended to ensure you have a spot as these places can
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We know the weather might not scream "let's visit a waterfall" but Salish Lodge can change that. Salish Lodge and Spa located about an hour from Joint Base Lewis-McChord could be just the winter escape you're looking for. Salish Lodge grants visitors a truly Northwest experience with its cozy interior perched
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Join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, Barbie and Ken for a FREE Salute to Military Holiday Party, presented by Northwest Military at Capital Mall in Olympia. This day will be all about honoring military families and their sacrifice while having a merry time. The party will take place on Saturday, Nov.
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Join us for a FREE Salute to Military - Disney Villain Halloween Party, presented by Northwest Military. This day will be all about honoring military families and their sacrifice while having a spooktacular time. The party will take place Saturday, Oct. 28 at McMillin Farms in Puyallup from 11 a.m.
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Tacoma Restaurant Week is back and more delicious than ever. Tacoma's top restaurants join us this fall - Oct. 15-19 and Oct. 22-26 - for two delicious weeks of dining. The traditional two- or three-course lunch and three-course dinner remains the same, with the varying price points introduced during the last few
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When you think of Washington state agriculture, we would guess that cranberries probably are not the first thing that pop up in your mind. You probably think of apple's first and foremost. And while there is definitely an abundance of apple varieties, there is also an abundance of cranberries. So
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In order to help keep you focused on celebrating in red, white and blue fashion, we've gone ahead and compiled a list of large July 4th events in the South Sound this year. Enjoy the music, the food and spectacular fireworks shows at these family-friendly celebrations. July 3rd Celebrate the Fourth
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We're just a few short weeks away from kicking off spring. The clocks have sprung forward and we can almost taste the longer days and slightly warmer weather. Below we've compiled a list of what should be included on your local spring to-do list. Washington State Spring Fair The 2023 Spring Fair
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Located about a 50-minute drive from Joint Base Lewis-McChord is Northwest Trek, a wildlife park that offers an up close experience with Northwest nature and wildlife. And there is truly no better time to visit than right now with their recent introduction of their three rescued moose calves. Atlas, Luna and
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\Since 2011 The Lacey Cultural Celebration - brought to you by Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation and presented by TwinStar Credit Union - has drawn families from all over Thurston County and beyond to savor the sights and sounds of the world without leaving Lacey. This year's free event on Saturday,
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Since its inception in 1944, the GI Bill has helped multiple generations of veterans transition from military service to the civilian workforce by offering educational benefits. The Post-9/11 GI Bill has only expanded these opportunities, helping to increase the rate of veterans going to college after their military service. But as a service member approaching
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Sometimes you just need a cookie. We're not talking about a packaged cookie you can buy at a local supermarket, we're talking about a homemade fresh-baked cookie to just sink your teeth in and make everything feel right again. So, take a photo, clip this out, or whatever you have
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Let's be honest here, pizza always sounds good. So when the cravings hit, and they will, we answer the question: Where in the South Sound is the best to grab a slice or a whole pie? We've compiled a list below to help with all future pizza needs. First up on
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Manic Meatballs - located in Lakewood's Tillicum district directly across I-5 from Joint Base Lewis-McChord - has been serving the local community delicious meatballs since late 2020. The menu revolves around items that owner Carrie Stalder's husband had been making for their family for years. "We would bring ‘manic' meatballs to holidays
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If you're a basketball fan stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) you might be disappointed that there is no longer a NBA basketball team in Seattle. Especially if you ever considered yourself a Sonics fan. However, we're here to tell you that a Portland Trailblazers game is an excellent option
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The holidays are undoubtedly all about food. Peppermint, gingerbread, eggnog - you name it! This year restaurant chains and fast food establishments have delivered on all the goodness we need. Here are our top holiday picks from fast food and restaurant chains. Chick-fil-A has delivered holiday joy in a cup with their peppermint milkshake.
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For the past 27 years, Pierce County Parks has delighted thousands of families from near and far with miles of elaborate light displays. Fantasy Lights is the largest holiday drive-through display in the Northwest and features nearly 300 displays with thousands of dazzling lights. For those new to the area, this
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It's all about the water in Thurston County! From local brews made with artesian well water to interactive educational exhibits, there is no lack of family-friendly activities in the Olympia area. Well 80 Brewhouse, located on Fourth Ave. in Olympia, is built on the site of one of Olympia's famous artesian
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If you're looking to have a spooktacular time this weekend there are plenty of local happenings to entertain all the ghouls and goblins in your life. Friday, Oct. 29 The City of Dupont Parks and Recreation presents Downtown Trick or Treating. Dress in your craziest, scariest, cutest costumes and head downtown for trick-or-treating
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Debuting in its inaugural year in Seattle with the intent to take the tour nationally, Saddle Up Country Fest- presented by 100.7 the Wolf in partnership with Lane Records and Sky High Music will kick off on December 4th at the accesso ShoWare Center in Kent. Headlining the show is the
