Military Life
When his father deploys, 9-year-old Davidson considers himself "man of the house" -- it's a role he's filled eight times. Davidson's father, Dave Whetstone -- the surname is a pseudonym for security reasons -- is a Green Beret currently on his 10th deployment. Dave has deployed nearly every year of Davidson's
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SEATTLE — Military families in Washington state have raised concerns saying housing at their base made them sick. AD: Couple counseling on JBLM - couples can receive $300 - confiedential from unit/command. More information here CLICK KOMO-TV reported Thursday that multiple families who were living on Joint Base Lewis-McChord are now
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Now that the excruciating holiday events have transpired and your bank account has regained consciousness, it’s time to splurge on yourself a bit. This winter, fashion is all about ridding ourselves of the redundant trends of seasons past. I’m still suffering severely from skinny pants overload, but even worse are
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Some holidays have a higher purpose. Thanksgiving, yes; Memorial Day, yes; Christmas, yes. These days are supposed to inspire some sort of personal reflection or appreciation or spirit of giving or love of mankind. Then there are the holidays that are just for the hell of it. New Year’s Eve
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Saturday, Dec. 29 BLUES john nemeth, junior watson Two headliners are sliding into Jazzbones to quench your post-Christmas blues thirst. John Nemeth, white, sounds black, and I don’t believe he’s trying. Entrenched in tradition, the Boise native plays in the fashion of old-school blues, R&B and soul singers of the ’50s and ’60s.
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Congratulations to First Night organizers for including a little something dirty in their New Year’s Eve lineup. Bouncing us into this pivotal year will be Federal Way-based emcees Q Dot and Fame Rilla, members of Federal Way-based mini label Tre’dmarks. Q Dot, a.k.a. Quincy Henry, has been getting glow for
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WASHINGTON — The Pentagon will expand access to discounted, on-post stores for some 4.1 million veterans and some of their caregivers at the beginning of 2020, the Defense Department announced Wednesday. AD: US Family Health lunch and learns. Free lunch and informational class about using Tricare to see doctors
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After viewing Jeff Olson's exhibition, Making my Mark at Tacoma Community College, I visited his web site out of curiosity and discovered statements from the artist that seem at odds with what I observed in his exhibition. Olson stated, "My paintings offer a unique vision of the landscape and the
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We've said it again and again how lucky we are to live in the South Sound, surrounded by a bevy of theater companies doing consistently amazing work. And while it's wonderful to have places like Tacoma Musical Playhouse, which frequently turn out lavish spectacles, it's important to give as much
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ANNOUNCER: Situated in Tacoma's Hilltop, you'll discover cocktails curated with care and a Southern-inspired menu with attention to detail. Jackie and Dutch bellied up the rail to enjoy the intimate and charming dining space that is 1022 South J. DUTCH: The cocktail collection here is best described as creative traditional. There
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(Photo: Brig. Gen. Chad Raduege passes the newly re-designated Cyberspace Capabilities Center flag to its commander, Col. Marc Packler. Raduege, who presided during the ceremony at Scott AFB, Ill., Nov. 7, is Air Combat Command’s Director of Cyberspace and Information Dominance. The new CCC was organized to bridge cyber support
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(Photo: Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein told a Capitol Hill audience in Washington, D.C., Nov. 6, that unpredictable funding has both short-term and long-term effects, complicating readiness, training, planning and other activities necessary to meet missions.) Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein warned last
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As veterans approach 65 years of age and Medicare eligibility, there are questions about Medicare Advantage and how it meshes with their Veterans Administration (VA) benefits. Traditional Medicare is available; however, the number of veterans -- with or without VA benefits -- has increased who have enrolled in Medicare Advantage. Also known
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With the pool of qualified recruits shrinking, a new Army marketing campaign debuted on Veterans Day to target younger cohorts -- known as Generation Z -- and focus beyond traditional combat roles. To do this, the Army is asking 17-to-24-year-olds one question: "What's Your Warrior?" The query is at the heart of
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Joining US Family Health Plans doesn't guarantee reaching 100 years old, however, one centenarian credited the military healthcare program for his recent 103rd birthday. David Edwards, a retired Navy commander and West Seattle resident referenced the healthcare program when asked the secret to living over 100 years. "US Family Health, of course,"
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On Oct. 6, Staff Sgt. Ian Ives was critically injured by an IED explosion while deployed to Afghanistan. The Puyallup resident is currently at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, where he is undergoing treatment to include multiple surgeries for his extensive injuries. AD: Couple counseling on JBLM
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Officers vying for battalion command soon will be screened through a psychological exam, an expert panel and other means as the Army moves away from choosing leaders based solely on their personnel files. AD: Want to be a pastor? Get the degree online through GCU - use your GI
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DALLAS – Military shoppers have no need to fret if they get that perfect gift in the wrong size or receive the same gift twice—the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is extending its return policy for the holiday season. Shoppers will have until Jan. 31 to return items purchased Nov.
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DALLAS – Holiday shopping pays off at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service. AD: Become a teacher online in just 9 months using the GI Bill/TA with Teach Now - you can do this while still in uniform. Infor here CLICK From Nov. 11 to 19, Soldiers, Airmen, retirees and
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LYNCHBURG, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee distillery that produces whiskey wants to help service members and their families get home for the holidays. AD: FREE Google certification degrees offered this Saturday in San Diego - get signed up for free in National City Nov. 16 - RSVP HERE For the ninth year,
