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AlterNet asked dozens of writers, experts and activists on key issues to write about where the country needs to go, and the priorities for Barack Obama’s early days in office. The following is the first in a series of articles AlterNet will be running this week. Dahlia Lithwick, contributing editor at
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AlterNet asked dozens of writers, experts and activists on key issues to write about where the country needs to go, and the priorities for Barack Obama’s early days in office. The following is the first in a series of articles AlterNet will be running this week. Dahlia Lithwick, contributing editor at
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Tacoma sold the Narrows Airport to Pierce County this week. Lord knows what they’ll do with it. There has been a lot of talk regarding proposals from private parties who wanted to turn the Narrows into an economic engine. Tacoma officials elected to sell the thing to the county. Y’know,
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Tacoma sold the Narrows Airport to Pierce County this week. Lord knows what they’ll do with it. There has been a lot of talk regarding proposals from private parties who wanted to turn the Narrows into an economic engine. Tacoma officials elected to sell the thing to the county. Y’know,
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You know that huge sigh of relief you heard coming from Lakewood after Tuesday’s election? Well, it was well deserved, and it came from the city’s four (count ’em, four) mini casinos. Proposition 1 — an initiative created by anti gambling zealots that would have doomed an industry that provides $2.9
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You know that huge sigh of relief you heard coming from Lakewood after Tuesday’s election? Well, it was well deserved, and it came from the city’s four (count ’em, four) mini casinos. Proposition 1 — an initiative created by anti gambling zealots that would have doomed an industry that provides $2.9
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Some dread an election year, but 2008 marks a capstone for the Olympia Film Society. This month members celebrate the 25th run of the society’s popular film festival. What better way to commemorate the event’s present success than with a throwback to cinema’s past? The Olympia Film Festival kicks off Friday,
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Some dread an election year, but 2008 marks a capstone for the Olympia Film Society. This month members celebrate the 25th run of the society’s popular film festival. What better way to commemorate the event’s present success than with a throwback to cinema’s past? The Olympia Film Festival kicks off Friday,
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The best thing about Tacoma is the diversity that radiates throughout the city. Whether that's the diversity that expresses ones individuality through clothing, or the gauntlet of local businesses giving Tacoma its character, there is no denying that diversity is everywhere. Whatcha Wearin' caught 24-year-old Tacoma native Jesse Dominique Herman
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The best thing about Tacoma is the diversity that radiates throughout the city. Whether that's the diversity that expresses ones individuality through clothing, or the gauntlet of local businesses giving Tacoma its character, there is no denying that diversity is everywhere. Whatcha Wearin' caught 24-year-old Tacoma native Jesse Dominique Herman
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No doubt… This is certainly a special day and a special submission this week. I will not even front as if I am elated about the campaign and election of President-Elect, Barack Obama. This is a historic and especially proud moment that certainly NOT everyone is pleased with, but in
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No doubt… This is certainly a special day and a special submission this week. I will not even front as if I am elated about the campaign and election of President-Elect, Barack Obama. This is a historic and especially proud moment that certainly NOT everyone is pleased with, but in
Neighborhoods
When the class heard that its final exam would be community based, most of the students collectively groaned. But four teenage girls saw an opportunity to give back to the Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) community. What began as an assignment in a Beginning Leadership class at Washington High School in
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SECRET TICKET CODE TM = Ticketmaster, (253) 627-TIXS,www.ticketmaster.com TW = TicketsWest, (800) 325-SEAT, www.ticketswest.com TWEB = Ticketweb, (866) 468-7623,www.ticketweb.com This week’s shows Experience Hendrix 2008 Tribute Tour featuring Mitch Mitchell, Billy Cox, Buddy Guy, Jonny Lang, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Cesar Rojas, David Hidalgo, Brad Whitford, Mike McCready Seattle. Nov. 6 7:30 pm. $49.50-$69.50 (Paramount Theatre, TM). Mason Jennings, Zach Gill
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Dick Muri is a nuts and bolts kind of guy. "I get to know what my constituents want," Muri, a Republican, said. "You can never get too much feedback from the people you represent." Muri's list of accomplishments speaks to his community service. A retired Air Force lieutenant colonel, Muri served seven years
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Stan Flemming believes he has the experience to represent the 10th Congressional District. "When you look at the other candidates, there is no comparison," said Flemming, a Republican. "No other candidate has the experience to address the issues facing the district and the nation." Flemming's list of accomplishments is impressive. A retired
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC The New Frontier Lounge. Tacoma - Dome District. Songwriters Showcase, with Stephanie Anne Johnson, Heidi Stoermer. 8 pm. BLUES Dawson's Bar and Grill. Tacoma - South. Billy Shew Band Open Jam Session. 8 pm. NC. The Junction Sports Bar and Grill. Lewis County. Blues Jam. Hosted by Blues Attitude. 8 pm. Eagle's Hall. Olympia
