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Different bases with different missions offer Reservists a wider range of training opportunities. Such is the case with 18 Airmen in the 446th Logistics Readiness Flight, who are leaving over the next few days for Kadena Air Base, Japan. For two weeks, the Reservists from McChord Field will put
Rocket Science
Training at McChord Field recently became easier and more efficient with the addition of a new device that is indispensable to anyone in the aviation field. The device's testing allows aircrew members to learn their own body's warning signs for hypoxia during flight. Hypoxia occurs when tissues in the body are
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Dwell addiction I popped into Dwell, lured by the notion of a sale. Not disappointed by the sale table, I snapped up candles, lotion, a small soap dish-like thing that I think I may find better suited as a paper clip home since its sweet avian motif is well suited to
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Many Washington state natives are already familiar with the names Petry, Swenson and Carter. Those are the names of Sgt. 1st Class Leroy Petry (Joint Base Lewis-McChord's 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment), Staff Sgt. Ty Michael Carter (JBLM's 7th Infantry Division) and Capt. William D. Swenson, whom all have received the
Critics' Picks
[FUNK] + FRI, APRIL 4 "Eldridge Gravy and the Court Supreme are as fun a funk dance party as I can imagine," says Daniel Landin, booker and Weekly Volcano reader-voted Best Music Scenester in the Best of Olympia issue. "They have mastered the craft of funk and groove, but their talent
Viva South Sound
Here's a reason to shake your tail feathers. The 2014 Miss Yard Birds Pageant and Adult Prom go down Saturday, April 5, at the Yard Birds Mall in Chehalis. Pageant contestants are encouraged to show their "most unique" sides at the event. They will, after all, be representing the 60-foot-tall Yard
Features
Since March 20, the Weekly Volcano's Tournament of Burgers has been in high gear, starting with a packed and delicious field of 64 area burger joints, and slowly but surely whittling it down through daily, heated competitions on our blog, Walkie Talkie. The burger places in the field of 64
Show And Tell
It's time for the 4th Annual TCC Diversity Film Festival! These festivals explore and celebrate individual and cultural differences expressed through film. For this year's festival, Tacoma Community College and The Grand Cinema picked a variety of dramatic and documentary films from around the world which are sure to entertain,
Viva South Sound
Years before I became a karaoke host, I was just an avid fan of this complicated art form. Largely sloppy, sometimes obnoxious, frequently transcendently goofy, occasionally just transcendent, karaoke is a uniquely egalitarian way for people to live out minor fantasies while also blowing off steam. It's an activity certainly
Music
Even though it's their name, starting with what Universe People (the group) are may be the worst entry point for exploring what Universe People (the band) is. Also known as Cosmic People of Light Powers (catchy), Universe People are a Czech UFO religion that believe they can communicate telepathically with
Concert Alert
We list major concerts going on sale this weekend, as well as national touring acts performing in the Puget
Food Matters
WINE WITH FRIENDS Stina's Cellars (9316 Lakeview Ave. SW, Lakewood) celebrates wine with "bring a friend" specials every first Thursday and Friday of the month. Snag your wino lush of a friend and enjoy a two-for-one tasting and 10 percent off any wine purchase from noon to 6 p.m. Thursday and
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What Moondog Matinee lack in innovation they make up for in execution. Though their professed influences are a staggering assembly of just about every musical touchstone of the past 50 years (Talking Heads, the Band, Nick Cave, the White Stripes, Arcade Fire, and Edith Piaf [of all people], just to
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What little information there is to be found about Seattle quartet, Be Calm Honcho, indicates an almost off-putting confidence for such a young band. Led by vocalist Shannon Harney's insinuating lilt, Be Calm Honcho create indie rock that drifts dreamily along, punctuated by stabs of surfy guitars and winsome oohs
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Even though it's their name, starting with what Universe People (the group) are may be the worst entry point for exploring what Universe People (the band) is. Also known as Cosmic People of Light Powers (catchy), Universe People are a Czech UFO religion that believe they can communicate telepathically with
People Rule
A local businesswoman and familiar face is throwing her hat into the ring to run for the open State Representative seat in the 28th District. "Over the past seven years I have tried to become more involved in our community and running for office is the next step to serving the
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"Eldridge Gravy and the Court Supreme are as fun a funk dance party as I can imagine," says Daniel Landin, booker and Weekly Volcano reader-voted Best Music Scenester in its Best of Olympia issue. "They have mastered the craft of funk and groove, but their talent never gets in the
Listings
BLUES Dawson's Bar and Grill Tacoma - South. Billy Shew Band Open Jam Session. 8 pm. NC. Eagle's Hall Olympia - Downtown. OlyBlues Dance Night. Third floor, no partner necessary. All Ages. 9 pm. $5. City Hall Saloon and Eatery Enumclaw. Taco Thursday Live Blues Night. 5 pm.
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COMEDY/GAMES Tacoma Comedy Club Tacoma - Downtown. Comedian Theo Von. 8 and 10:30 pm. $15. Grit City Comedy Club Tacoma - Downtown. David Leon & Scott Losse. 8:30 pm. $15. COUNTRY/BLUEGRASS Red Bicycle Bistro and Sushi Bar Vashon. The FieldHands, Phil Royal. All Ages. 8:30 pm. NC. DJ/ELECTRONIC The
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ACOUSTIC/FOLK/CELTIC Traditions Cafe and World Folk Art Olympia - Downtown. Claudia Schmidt. All Ages. 8 pm. $10-$15. BLUES Harmon Brewery and Eatery Tacoma - Downtown. Gray Sky Blues Festival Harmon Stage, with Fistful Of Dollars, The Mark Riley Trio, Maia Santell & House Blend, Jack Gaffney, Nolan Garrett. Noon to
