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A major milestone was reached at the end of September in the multi-jurisdictional effort to relocate businesses from an encroachment area north of McChord Field known as the North Clear Zone. A multi-party cooperative agreement that commits up to $80 million in federal Department of Defense funds for the purchase of
Housing
Affordable Homeownership Redefined! That's the motto of the Homeownership Center Northwest. (HCNW) The Homeownership Center is a non-profit housing development corporation building new and refurbishing existing homes in the Tacoma, Lakewood and Parkland communities and throughout Pierce County. Its mission is to use homeownership as a tool for neighborhood revitalization, equity
Military Life
We all know Military Spouses hold the families together and run the household when their service members are gone (and usually when they are home!) Enjoy the day with complimentary beauty services, fashion shows, and raffles sponsored by USAA and presented by the Ranger and NW Airlifter
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ALIEN VS. PREDATOR: REQUIEM: Opens Christmas day. (R) Galaxy Tacoma 6: Tues-Thurs, Dec. 27 12:45, 2:55, 5, ,7:10, 9:25. Lakewood Towne Center 12: Tues 10:15 a.m., 12:45, 3:15, 5:45, 8:15, 10:40. Yelm Cinemas @ Prairie Park: Tues noon, 2:15, 4:35, 6:45,
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Charlie Wilson’s War Based on a true story. Tom Hanks as a hard-drinking Texas congressman who, at the urging of a Houston socialite (Julia Roberts), uses his congressional subcommittee to arrange a secret $1 billion arms deal between Israel and Afghan freedom fighters, with Pakistan as the intermediary. That results in
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AD: Free electric toothbrush for new patients to Gentle Dental. Info here (CLICK) The next salmon giveaway is still scheduled for 8 a.m. to noon on Oct. 3 at the Nisqually Clear Creek Hatchery.For more information, call 360-438-1180 x304. Each year, when the salmon begin their long journey back to their
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CFC is your opportunity to give to local and national charities through your payroll. Millions of dollars are donated annually. From September to December, you can choose the CFC organizations you'd like to support. Inside this guide are
Features
There are no shortage of delectable gatherings blipping across the foodie radar. I like to think of it as conditioning, just as a marathon runner trains their body -- I do the same. Except I'm preparing for the gluttony of the holiday season. Here are some of my favorite libation
Reviews
ANNOUNCER: Just four short months ago, An American Tavern filled the void of what was once Black Kettle Bites and Brew. Boasting a small menu that includes, salads, dogs and tacos -- An American Tavern feels very, well ... American. Dutch and Jackie decided to pop in for a bite
Stage
Last year, Lakewood Playhouse produced Brighton Beach Memoirs, the first part of Neil Simon's autobiographical "Eugene Trilogy." Now they follow up with the second part of the trilogy, Biloxi Blues, with the same director, John Olive, and the same lead actor/narrator, Drew Bates as Eugene Jerome. In Brighton Beach, Eugene
Arts
Humankind has gathered around the fire to narrate and listen to stories since the dawn of time. It's an instinctive desire that more often than not also includes sharing food and drink as well. Even now in a modern age we gather with complete strangers in a dark room, munching
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(Photo: Tech. Sgt. Trier Stewart, 627th Air Base Group executive assistant, writes a problem statement during the 62nd Airlift Wing Manpower’s Practical Problem Solving Model class at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Sept. 20.) Innovation, cost effectiveness and time saving can come in many shapes and sizes in the Air Force. At McChord
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(Photo: Airman 1st Class Lauren Sprunk, 23d Wing photojournalist, and her son, Jayce, pose for a photo illustration, May 11, 2017, at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, in honor of mothers who serve in the military.) The Air Force recently updated a policy to reduce restrictions on pregnant women who perform
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It has become customary this time of year for me to celebrate the coming of spring by previewing shows and concerts the dawning season has to offer. If all goes according to plan, this will be the most comprehensive preview yet. In the past, after scouring piles of show listings
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In this country today, one in three women and one in four men have been -- or are being -- abused by an intimate partner. The Domestic Abuse Women's Network (DAWN) works to help the survivors of this tragedy. With offices located in Kent, DAWN was formed by two women after helping
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From a borrowed soup kettle 87 years ago, Seattle's Union Gospel Mission began feeding and caring for those needing help during the Great Depression. "It is a passionate community of people who follow Jesus in His relentless, redeeming love for all people," said Hillary Dunham, director of marketing. "Our mission is
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Saint Teresa of Calcutta, better known as Mother Teresa, once said, "If you can't feed a hundred people, then feed just one." This is the attitude which characterizes the Thurston County Food Bank, which last year provided food to more than 57,000 individuals. "That number is growing," food bank development director Judy
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Being outdoors is exhilarating and invigorating. "The outdoors is about freedom," Ed Bronsdon, the executive director of Outdoors for All, wrote in a news article. The organization strives to offer quality outdoor recreational opportunities to injured active-duty servicemembers, their families, and veterans. "We believe in the transformative experience that outdoor recreation provides in
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Every year, about 40 percent of the food produced in this country never makes it to a dinner table. Meanwhile, there are millions of Americans who go hungry. Closer to home, one in seven people in Washington state don't always have enough to eat. One in five of them are children. "Hunger
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