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Gary Lott on November 10th, 2022
"You know who they are!" Community members that constantly make a difference and continually shift the attention to serving veterans and their families in Washington state.
It's individuals who may be supporting several non-profit organizations or volunteering more hours then there are in a day. It's teams that rise together as
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Gary Lott on September 8th, 2022
While exiting a luxurious limousine in her walker, LTC Nichols was met with a surprise color guard salute, dozens of flags flying, fife and drums playing, large signs, balloons floating in the air, and a large crowd all awaiting her.
In a soft voice she asked, "Is this all for me?"
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Gary Lott on March 4th, 2022
"Washington State Patriotic Day is a celebration to honor all the Washington veterans and first responders for the patriotism they demonstrate on a daily basis," said Keith Warren, Major USAF (Ret) Chairman, Executive Planning Committee, Washington State Patriotic Day. "It also allows all participants and spectators to reaffirm their patriotism to our
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Gary Lott on March 5th, 2020
The Tacoma Rainiers are continuing to "Play Ball" with military families by providing a new promotion that will allow more military families to enjoy a day (or night) at Cheney Stadium without breaking the bank.
"We've always had the need to provide an enjoyable experience that can incorporate families and celebrate
News Front
Gary Lott on February 27th, 2020
(Photo: The 2020 Washington State Patriotic Day & Massing of the Colors was held in Tacoma at Stadium High School Saturday, Feb. 22. This event provides an opportunity for community members, military members and more to show off their patriotism and to become better educated on the importance of the
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Gary Lott on December 5th, 2019
Have you served in the military and looking for a way to connect with other service members without being broadcasted on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or other social media platforms?
TogetherWeServed.com (TWS) has you covered with their social platform specifically intended for veterans and family members.
Whether you are looking to engage with
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Gary Lott on November 21st, 2019
Holidays can be an especially hard time for remaining military spouses, families, friends and/or community members of service members who are no longer with us.
The Wreaths Across America (WAA) program helps to honor and remember those fallen and to help teach the next generation the importance of honoring those who
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Gary Lott on November 7th, 2019
If you are looking to celebrate our nation's veterans, hear patriotic music, share a few laughs and get comfortable during a fireside reception with refreshments, then plan on attending the Pacific Lutheran University 2019 Veterans Day Celebration.
Everyone is invited to PLU as the school celebrates veterans and service members for Veterans
Military Life
Gary Lott on October 31st, 2019
For service members who are used to running the table during local pickup basketball games and think they might have the talent to take it to the next level, the Quad City Flames has opportunities for you.
The Quad City Flames are members of the Minor League Basketball Association (reigning 2019
Jobs & Education
Gary Lott on October 10th, 2019
The USO Pathfinder Program and Goodwill Veterans Services recently held a "Mastering LinkedIn" Workshop and Networking Event with Mentor Guidance on Joint Base Lewis-McChord Sept. 5.
This event was open to all transitioning service members, National Guard and reservists, military spouses, veterans and military family members that are one year from
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Walkie Talkie Blog
Gary Lott on April 2nd, 2015
The Washington National Guard hosted its annual menu board selection and food demonstration event March 27 in its Aviation Readiness Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord with the goal of selecting this year's new menu items for drilling service members.
"Servicemembers need to learn new skills, and those skill sets play a
Walkie Talkie Blog
Gary Lott on February 10th, 2015
Dozens of military helicopters were the background for an important ceremony that took place last weekend at the Washington National Guard's Flight Facility on Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
That's because all eyes were on Washington National Guard soldiers from Detachment 1, B Company of the 351st Aviation Support Battalion.
Last summer, these servicemembers
Walkie Talkie Blog
Gary Lott on January 19th, 2015
Staff Sgt. Jerimiah Adkins remembers quite clearly how he learned to love the Seattle Seahawks.
"When I was younger, we didn't have a whole lot, but on game days we would all get together and crowd around our little TV and watch the game," he recalled. "During those two hours or
Walkie Talkie Blog
Gary Lott on December 22nd, 2014
"Christmas this year has been hard on us, especially Thanksgiving," a young Washington National Guard specialist stated while gripping a holiday meal in the main room of the Tacoma VFW Post #91. "We haven't had enough funds to buy our 2-month-old son any gifts."
The holidays cause financial stress: shocking holiday
Walkie Talkie Blog
Gary Lott on December 13th, 2014
"It is important to celebrate the birthday of the Army National Guard in order to take a little time to remember that we are part of an enduring, professional organization built on irreplaceable values with a unified purpose," said Lt. Col. Don Brewer, Washington National Guard Family Programs director. "Sometimes,
Walkie Talkie Blog
Gary Lott on November 26th, 2014
The Operation: Turkey Drop program, now in its eighth year, helps check off meals from servicemembers' holiday checklists.
Servicemembers from a variety of active and National Guard units began receiving turkeys from the program Nov. 25 across Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Camp Murray, offering relief from the financial burdens of holiday
Walkie Talkie Blog
Gary Lott on November 21st, 2014
Financial stress comes almost as easily as the joy and happiness holidays bring to families. Reducing financial stress was the primary reason dozens of members of the Washington National Guard and Washington Military Department came together this morning at Camp Murray to get some exercise and help provide meals to
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Gary Lott on November 10th, 2014
Veterans Day is always officially observed on Nov. 11, the anniversary of the signing of the treaty that ended World War I in 1918. Originally called Armistice Day, it was renamed Veterans Day in 1954 to honor all American military veterans and their service.
On Saturday, the city of Auburn held
Walkie Talkie Blog
Gary Lott on November 8th, 2014
At Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Sgt. 1st Class Bryant Hargrove spends long days recruiting new members for the U.S. Army.
At home, Hargrove's wife spends long nights trying to recruit the soldier into the 12th Man army.
"It's always a great experience going to Seahawks games and I'm coming along," said Hargrove. "I
Walkie Talkie Blog
Gary Lott on September 23rd, 2014
Realizing the impact of Prisoner of War and Missing in Action soldiers may be a little difficult for those not directly affected. That is, until watching a family member fight back tears during a Vietnam and POW/MIA Recognition Day event held Friday in front of the Capitol building in Olympia.
"It's
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