Jobs & Education
With summer coming, one of the most fun and educational activities for young people is scouting. With statistics from both the Boy Scouts of America and the Department of Defense touting a strong correlation between scouting and military service - 45 percent of scouts later join the military -- it's only
News Front
Construction plans this summer at the Liberty Gate on Lewis Main, off exit 120 of Interstate 5, have officials asking drivers to avoid that entrance and exit to the base when possible. Outbound traffic and two of the four inbound lanes at Liberty Gate will be closed
News Front
Two years into the biannual Redefining your Future Symposium -- an event aimed at helping transitioning military women, veterans and military spouses prepare for change -- more than 30 participants showed up at the Washington National Guard Aviation Readiness Center on Lewis Main Wednesday morning for the two-day event. Some attendees
Military Life
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Joint Base Lewis-McChord will celebrate the diversity and honor of its servicemembers, including Sgt. Maj. El Sar, I Corps command chaplain sergeant major, a Cambodian-born American who lived through atrocities as a child in his homeland and is now proud to
Travel
There are few better ways in the Northwest to enjoy the start of the spring season than to attend one of the state’s biggest celebrations, the Spring Fair at the Washington State Fairgrounds in Puyallup. This year’s Spring Fair is set to take place Thursday to
Schools
For students or the parents of a middle school or high school student interested in obtaining a congressional recommendation to a U.S. Military Service Academy, the upcoming U.S. Service Academy Information Nights may have the information needed to successfully accomplish that goal. The two events — one
Travel
While portions of the country dig out from winter and celebrate cherry blossoms, lilacs and lavender, signs that Western Washington is springing up as well are evident in brilliant yellow daffodils and colorful tulips across the region. For those ready to enjoy more than a few spots of
Outdoors
St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just a time for little green men to frequent the woods. For those women who don’t consider themselves too girly for a wildlife adventure, Joint Base Lewis-McChord’s Outdoor Recreation is offering a free seminar, Women in the Woods, at Adventures Unlimited in Building
Outdoors
For nature lovers hoping to get out and enjoy a sun-break or feast the eyes on massive trees, exotic plants or several species of animals, a day at Point Defiance Park and its Port Defiance Marina, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium or Fort Nisqually is sure to
Outdoors
Thinking about a day trip to the mountains, but not sure what kind of equipment is needed or when is a relatively safe day to plan in order to avoid avalanches or severely in-climate weather? Or how about learning yoga and how to integrate it with
Features
There’s no need to wait for spring or summer for farmer’s market supplies; a few local winter markets are open throughout the cooler months and offer a plethora of fresh produce and other market items. Local markets that offer outdoor winter fare include the Proctor Market in
People Rule
It’s been more than a decade since Air Force Staff Sgt. Bertrand Foley, 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, acted in shows or directed his high school production of “Little Shop of Horrors.” He recalls his days as a thespian at Pleasant Valley High School in Brodheadsville, Pa.,
People Rule
There are still a few months before the annual Memorial Day weekend wear blue: run to remember program, but now is the time for service members to step up and help local kids through a two-month (or longer) mentorship program and run training, the Gold Star Youth
News
RAINIER — Despite living off the grid on five acres outside Rainier, Wash., veteran Ranger Chris Rowley and his wife, Frances, aren’t exactly living the recluse life. The 43-year-old former farrier transitioned from Joint Base Lewis-McChord’s 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment in July. His seven-year
Outdoors
Fall is in the air, and the crisp, sweet aroma of apples, apple cider, pumpkins, fresh donuts and apple fritters permeate the air at Lattin’s Country Cider Mill and Farm, in Olympia — one of a handful of local farms dedicated to providing harvest and Halloween
People Rule
Joint Base Lewis-McChord’s new garrison commander feels much like many who’ve lived in the Pacific Northwest during their formative years. Colonel Nicole Lucas said she’s glad to come home to the area after a lengthy separation — during which she grew up, finished her education, entered the
Travel
Looking for a closeup with black bears, bison, big cats and bighorn sheep? It’s baby season at Northwest Trek, and a variety of animals from fawns to fowl are visible up close on the 723-acre wildlife park. One of the best ways to see the animals is aboard
Travel
Time to drag out your Elizabethan, fairy or pirate costume and get ready to feast on juicy turkey legs, tart pickles and filling meat pies. The Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire opens this weekend and stays the next three weekends at the Kelley Farm’s Village of Merriwick in
Music
Music makes the world go ‘round, and here in the Pacific Northwest it’s a vital part of the summer festivities. Whether you enjoy tapping your toes, clapping your hands, busting a move or singing along, summer music festivals in the Puget Sound area offer opportunities to enjoy a
Travel
Whether you are wanting to see the majestic snow-capped Olympic Mountains on a sunny day or spend some time bicycling or driving around on Vashon Island, the Washington State Ferry System offers ways to see and enjoy much of the region’s natural and community beauty. Much of
