News Front
There are many award ceremonies for those in uniform and/or veterans, but not as many to thank those who support the troops and their families out of uniform - that's where The Ranger newspapers comes in, filling the void with its annual Ranger Hero Awards, scheduled this year for Feb.
News Front
An advisory committee gave its final recommendation last week to close an aging Woodbrook Middle School, which serves students living on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. This spring, the Clover Park School District is expected to decide on the recommendation from the district's Facilities Advisory Committtee (FAC) to close the school that was
Archives
I am continuously surprised at what I overlook that’s right in plain sight and within what I call the “sweet zone,” meaning everything within a five-mile radius of my residence. I’ve known Enoteca was on Tacoma Avenue in the Stadium District for most of this year (almost since opening in
People Rule
Fifteen-year-old Clover Park High School sophomore Nyah Hall said she discovered law enforcement officers aren’t much different from her own parents. Similarly, Joint Base Lewis-McChord police officer William Oman learned many youths in Hillside Youth Center’s Keystone Club like to laugh. The two found out these
Travel
If you’d like to “climb every mountain” or “follow every byway,” especially those unfamiliar, Joint Base Lewis-McChord’s Outdoor Recreation offices — Northwest Adventure Center on Lewis North and Adventures Unlimited on McChord Field — have some exciting new trips in this country, as well as international
Travel
Serendipity and an Internet special brought Jennifer Dickey and her friend on her first visit to "these cute cabins in Port Townsend." Along for the ride was her beloved dog, Tana, who was battling cancer. Little did Dickey know that this was to be a life-changing experience. In love with the
Military Life
Hungry for a career in the restaurant industry? Not surprisingly, there's a connection between working in a restaurant and serving in the military. When a soldier completes a mission, there is immediate feedback in the form of an after-action report. When a chef or server prepares or delivers a meal to a
Military Life
There's a sign on the wall in Rich Snider's office on which the words "Whatever It Takes" appear. Those three words are the guiding philosophy behind the thoughts and actions of the employees at Mountain View Funeral Home in Lakewood. "Working in this profession is a calling," explained Snider, the home's sales
News
Seattle and Tacoma boast plenty of crowd-pleasing events, from sporting extravaganzas at Safeco Field and CenturyLink to star-studded concerts at the Tacoma Dome. But those events would not be nearly so pleasant if it wasn't for the efficient management of the crowds they attract. That's where Staff Pro comes in. Staff
Military Life
In an effort to rekindle their romance after the birth of their first child, Washington Army National Guard helicopter pilots, Heidi and Ray Leonard, ventured into a Pinot's Palette studio for a date night in early 2015. Pinot's Palette provides an upscale paint and sip experience, a way to enjoy
Military Life
For many of our military members, the decision to enlist was the result of the desire to serve our country. For them, there was no better career choice than to proudly volunteer their services for the better of their country until their retirement. Once they fulfill their military obligations and
Military Life
If you're wondering what's next after the military, Maria Ferns and Michael Shea both have a simple suggestion: cut hair. Or learn to be a cosmetologist. At the Olympia Barber School in Olympia and at the Summit Salon Academy in Tacoma, there's an open door for military veterans looking for a
Archives
As I begin writing my column this week, I must warn you. Someone has wronged me, and the result has plunged me deep into a state of extreme irritation. So my tone may be a little more bitter than normal, but please bear with me. By the time this publishes,
Archives
Halloween is creeping around the corner like a Commerce Street guttersnipe in search of a bag of cans. Spooky, eh? I love Halloween. I remember the thrill of eating, blindfolded, “brains” made of cold spaghetti and peeled-grape “eyeballs” while playing haunted house with the neighborhood kids. Although I made them
People Rule
Nearly 29 years after retiring as an infantry officer in the Army, a veteran from Steilacoom was awarded the Order of Saint Maurice, the highest honor an infantryman can receive from the National Infantry Association, Tuesday. Retired Col. Frank Adams, recipient of the Order of Saint Maurice,
Music
One of the nice things about being even marginally aware of one's local music scene is the ability to watch as artists grow and evolve. This isn't something that we necessarily become privy to once a band has broken through that cultural membrane to find mainstream success. Sure, we got
Arts
Anne de Marcken, whose stunning "Redaction Project" at Salon Refu this past spring I reviewed in this column, is at it again with another intriguing, intelligent and engaging art project. This time it is what she calls a "performative piece" at the Feast Art Center. This project defies easy categorization. It
Stage
At long last, Rachel Corrie has come home to Olympia in the form of Harlequin Productions' presentation of My Name is Rachel Corrie. This is Olympia's first-ever locally-produced full theatrical performance of the play based on the life and writings of the Olympia native who was run over and killed
Music
It's really hard to say no to live music. Living in Olympia, especially, we are fortunate to be in an area that is rich with artists and musicians. What can be tough to find is a place that plays live music that accommodates general music lovers. Meet Rhythm and Rye. This
Stage
This Saturday, Jan. 28, marks the start of another Chinese year of the rooster. Depending on which calendar one observes, it'll be New Year's Day of either 4654, 4714 or 4715. Traditionally, celebrants dine on communal hot pot, seafood and cured meats. They exchange packets of money or other gifts,
