Military Resources
Kim Cole's life was forever altered in January 2007. Her son, Cpl. Darrel Morris, who had joined the Marine Corps in 2004, was killed in action when an improvised explosive device (IED) went off. Shortly afterward, Cole registered for the state's Gold Star Mothers group and began a relationship with another
Veterans
Dec. 7, 1941, is, in the words of President Franklin D. Roosevelt a date that was supposed to live in infamy. Unfortunately, with seven decades having past, the date may no longer inspire Americans to remember the horrific events that transpired when Japanese fighter planes attacked the military installations on
Focus
Every year, the members of Quilts of Valor (QOV) work tirelessly to keep those in uniform warm, both from the cold and from the hardships of military life. During the past seven years, the group has crafted and given away 57,665 quilts to Servicemembers and veterans. Sheryl Anderson, chairperson for the
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Eagle's Pride Golf Course (unofficially known as the Ft. Lewis golf course though it lies outside the gates) was first conceived back in 1929 when Gen. Joseph Castner, using troop labor and Army engineers, laid out the course. Officially, Eagle's Pride opened in 1938 as an 18-hole course, though it was
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For Operation Homefront Washington's president John McDonagh, the question of what they're doing for military families over the upcoming holidays has a quick answer. "For starters, we have our annual toy drive going on nationwide with the Dollar Tree stores," said McDonagh. The drive, which collects toys, baby items and toiletries, is
Health
"The Passport to Wellness is about more than people just getting physically fit," said Lynn Larson, RN and nurse educator with the Health Promotion & Wellness Service. "This is geared to help them in every facet of their life." The program, which encompasses the five pillars of wellness - physical, emotional,
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Jane Seitz is infectious. Her smile, good nature and sense of humor are hard to ignore. She is happily married to a man named Dick, and yes, they've heard all the jokes. Her sordid medical history started more than three decades ago, when severe intestinal problems left her in a coma
Military Life
Jane Seitz is infectious. Her smile, good nature and sense of humor are hard to ignore. She is happily married to a man named Dick, and yes, they've heard all the jokes. Her sordid medical history started more than three decades ago, when severe intestinal problems left her in a coma for
Neighborhoods
Ever wanted to play a few holes of golf but don't have a tee time, a foursome to go with or even more than an hour to spend out on the fairway? The Tacoma Country & Golf Club (TCGC), the oldest private club west of the Mississippi River, allows its members
Health
When Nancy Dickson, wife of retired Col. Carroll Dickson, put her mind to helping others, she was unstoppable, recalled retired Col. Al Buck, president of the Madigan Foundation. That is why it should come as no surprise to any who knew her that her efforts are still being felt, even
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Throughout September, talented voices could be heard echoing from the Cascade Community Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord Main. It was time again for Operation Rising Star, the six-year-old military singing competition open to Servicemembers and dependents and conducted at 37 installations. Danielle Embry, 25, had never actually sung on her own
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Soldiers are often heralded for their bravery and heroics on the battlefield, but at Monday's Lakewood City Council meeting, one Joint Base Lewis-McChord warrior was singled out for going above and beyond right here at home. Pfc. Jose Delgado was awarded the Lakewood Police Chief's Citizen Commendation for his actions
Operation Family Support
It started because I quilt. I wanted to find a way to share my quilts with moms and babies, and I'd heard about Operation Homefront, so I reached out," said Diana Morrison with a laugh. "Now I am on the board of directors. I started throwing these showers and I
Focus
The Quilts of Valor (QOV) Foundation hosted its annual See & Sew event Sept. 10 and 11 at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 91 in Tacoma. The event was intended to showcase the work the group does, as well as possibly recruit some new members. QOV, which was founded in
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The attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City a decade ago forever changed air travel, generated the office of homeland security and spurred the U.S. military into action that continues to this day as they uphold Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation New Dawn. Sgt. 1st Class Nathan Ross
Operation Family Support
"Last year we mailed 1,460 large care packages downrange, and we continue to collect items and money to create gift baskets for those single Servicemembers returning home," said Denise Dhane as she addressed hundreds of people who were on hand Aug. 24 for the last concert of the summer in
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On Wednesday, Aug. 31, the Washington National Guard cut the ribbon in front of its new facility on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The 104,000 square foot structure will serve as the 66th Theater Aviation Command (TAC) Readiness Center. The 66th Theater Aviation Command has units spread across 11 states and is one of
News Articles
Earlier this year, former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld released a memoir, Known and Unknown, to varying acclaim and criticism. Throughout his lengthy career, which includes serving three years in the Navy, four terms in Congress, and serving as both Chief of Staff and Secretary of Defense for President Gerald Ford,
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There's been a lot of talk - and a lot of worry - about the recent DoD proposal to change the long-standing military retirement system, which only entitled Servicemembers who ended their service after 20 years to receive full retirement benefits. A top concern is that the current all volunteer
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There's been a lot of talk about the recent Department of Defense proposal to change the long-standing military retirement system, which entitled only Servicemembers who ended their service after 20 years to receive full retirement benefits. The new plan, which was presented by the Defense Business Board in late July, would
