Military Life
Between Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base, there are 11 active Girl Scout troops. The potential - and the girls - exist to form at least two more troops immediately, but while the Girl Scouts aren't short on cookies, they are short on troop leaders. "It is hard to keep
Deals
No matter what type of car you own, whether domestic or foreign, truck or sedan, old or new, it will need oil changes. With all the competition out there, it's tough to know where to drive your business. Below is a list of local shops that offer the best deals,
Military Life
When American Idol's season nine debuts this January, they will have already missed out on a local rising star. Dawn Joyner, who performs under the name "Elli" has been stationed out of Fort Lewis for the past two years with her soldier and family. Her husband, Sgt. Chris Joyner, is currently
Focus
Before the 4th Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division Strykers deployed this past September, Col. Norris, brigade commander, was looking to build a stronger relationship between the local business community and his soldiers. He wanted to establish an Adopt-A-Company program, which would pair businesses with a specific company. The thought was that this would
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A family portrait is something that is usually displayed prominently in your home, saved forever and typically a reminder of fond memories. So when shopping around for a photographer, why not find one that make your portrait truly unique and your experience fairly painless? The first step is booking a session
Downrange Journal
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Chanukah may not technically be the most important holiday on the Jewish calendar, but the Festival of Lights is still cause for celebration. Though there is a Jewish chapel on Fort Lewis it has a limited schedule, which often forces military families to seek off-post services, especially at the holidays. Temple
Resources
Whether they are leaving for deployment or heading out on TDY for a few weeks, soldiers are constantly coming and going. This means stopping the mail, emptying the fridge and handling a dozen other things, which sometimes includes arranging for long-term pet care. Luckily there is a local option to help
Children
"Although stepfamilies look like first-time families on the outside, they are very different on the inside," said Patricia L. Papernow, EDD, of the Stepfamily Association of America. With divorce on the rise, re-marrying and forming new family units is becoming more common - especially in the military community, where it
Military Life
When Betsy Eves started her blog she had no idea that she was on the verge of becoming a virtual sensation. Java Cupcake, which debuted in February 2009, was just supposed to be a way for Eves to discuss her two favorite things: coffee and cupcakes. But, she explains with
Operation Family Support
Getting your taxes done may be compulsory, but it doesn't have to be complicated. The tax season, which lasts three and a half months, is often a stress-inducer. Gathering your W-2s, receipts and records of donations is important - but so is knowing where to go and who to trust. The
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With today’s economy still struggling to rebound, the arrival of the holiday season may be worrisome. Budgets already are strained without adding the extra purchases associated with Santa into the mix. Yet, this year there is an opportunity for some unique and useful gifts — things that involve services instead
