News
The Washington Department of Corrections in coordination with the Washington Department of the American Legion has begun to establish American Legion Posts in facilities across the state through the Legion Incarcerated Vet Support Program. Washington Corrections is the first to establish statewide systemic access to Veteran Administration services for every eligible incarcerated veteran. The extensive support from the
News Front
The Armed Forces Insurance annual Military Spouse of the Year Award recognizes military spouses, across all branches, who provide exemplary service to their community. The role of the military spouse is a difficult one and many don't understand what it takes. At any given time, a servicemember can be called
Arts
MONDAY For years, the Greta Jane Quartet played every Monday at the Royal Lounge. "Quartet of what?" you ask, as yet unhip to Ms. Greta Jane Pederson's jazz combo featuring Cary Black, Vince Brown, and Andrew Dorsett. In your world, jazz is the Pandora station your boss makes you listen to
Military Life
For servicemembers and civilians alike, pet ownership is a privilege with many benefits including stress relief, improved health, and emotional connection. However, pets are not always accounted for in the development of emergency and evacuation plans. Joint Base Lewis-McChord's (JBLM) location between an active volcano and the Pacific coastline means
News Front
Soldiers work tirelessly in their tactical operations center -- giving the needed oversight to their subordinate units. Maps are hanging from partitions with computers and radios manned by soldiers who monitor the situation on the battlefield. They are part of a task force deployed to provide support to an allied
Features
Covering over 640 square miles, Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) doesn't disappoint when it comes to food options. Whether you work on Lewis North, live on McChord, or only come on base to shop at the PX, you won't be leaving hungry. AD: Tricare covers TMS - no referals for family members
Military Resources
They have been there, they understand and they are here to help. As Veterans of Foreign Wars, they understand that deployments can weigh heavily, emotionally and financially, on Soldiers and family members left behind. Through National Military Services, VFW Posts can offer support and assistance
Attractions
Whether you want to hit the beach, take a hike or explore a museum, there's much to see and do in the South South. These uniquely Pacific Northwest experiences are sure to entertain kids of all ages -- and parents, too. 1. Hands On Children's Museum For hours of creative play, head
Veterans
Today, the portable Meals Ready to Eat (MRE) consumed by American ground troops come in packages that are easy to open. In times past, the rations carried by a soldier or Marine were enclosed inside steel cans. The P-38 pocket can opener of the early World War
Features
I'm a firm believer in living life to the fullest -- at least when it comes to sweets. "Life is short, eat dessert first" is my motto. With that said, is there any better way to start the day than with a sweet breakfast? Pancakes, waffles, French toast, or even
Nightlife It List
The Tim Hall Band hosts the Sunday Night blues Jam at Dawson's Bar and Grill on South Tacoma Way. Frontman "Too Tall" Tim Hall is a towering, workingman blues guitarist who originally rocked it psychedelic with Jerry Miller in the Bay Area during the
Military Resources
The Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM) Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is a private group supporting families that have exceptional needs. This includes families who have a member with a physical, emotional, developmental, or an intellectual disability. While enrollment into EFMP is required by the Service member, the group welcomes
Business News
"It's a myth that credit unions are not as convenient as banks," said Heidi West, vice president of marketing for America's Credit Union. "On the contrary, many credit unions, including ACU, offer multiple electronic services including online banking, mobile banking, online bill pay, eStatements, eNotices, eAlerts and account aggregation. Our
Military Life
Being a servicemember is a rewarding and hectic career path, and finding adequate childcare is essential in order for military personnel to rest assured that their children are in safe and capable hands. For some families, off-base daycare sites may be more logical from a logistical, financial, and/or geographical perspective,
Military Life
The following is a list of Northwest Military's Spring and Summer Military Support Events -- sponsored by USAA. The best way to learn about upcoming events is to pick up a Ranger, Airlifter or JBLM Living newspaper, go to northwestmilitary.com, or follow us on our social media at such Facebook
Outdoors
You don't have to travel far to experience some of Washington's best and most famous fairs, parades and festivals. April Kid's FestApril 4, 1-4:30 p.m. Kick off the Month of the Military Child with a "Barnyard Play" theme, including activities, exhibits, displays, crafts, games, farm animals, rock-wall climbing, free bowling, static displays and
Outdoors
They may not realize it when they are headed for a station at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, but military members fond of the links now have easy access to world-class golf as part of their privileges. Of course, the Pacific Northwest made golf news when Chambers Bay in University Place hosted
Military Life
At some point in the constant movement of being a military family, it may have crossed your mind that homeschooling could be a better option for your kids than constantly changing schools. Between the school systems, bullying, and stress of having to start over again, many military parents are choosing
Focus
Fort Shafter, Hawaii--The journey for a person to achieve the rank of Chief Warrant Officer Five is a long one. For many, it is the culmination of more than 30-plus-years of active duty service with several deployments and many different duty positions under one's belt. It
Online Interactive Guides
Welcome to the Pacific Northwest. In order to help you get the most out of your stay or visit, we present our bi-yearly guide on what to do and see. Click the link below and start your journey
