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You thought the Dead Artists were dead, didn’t you? They had you going with their “Death and Burial” spring show at Kulture Lab, making you think it was the end. Well it wasn’t, and a huge Kulture Lab-like party set for Saturday, July 21, starting at 6 p.m. and going all night
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Chestnuts roasting outdoors in the sun, Jack Frost nipping at the brew; Yuletide carols being slurred by the crowd, And folks dressed up like J. Crew. We read in Mel Torme’s autobiography how Mel and a buddy banged out “The Christmas Song” in 45 minutes one sweltering July afternoon. You have to admire that.
Health
The Army has ordered nearly 2 million doses of vaccine to immunize all Soldiers, their families, civilian employees and retirees for the upcoming flu season. The vaccinations will be available at most installations in October, but each medical facility will set its own schedule for distribution.
Health
The Veterans Health Library has over 1,600 health sheets and 175 videos in both English and Spanish. It gives veterans access to health information to help them make informed decisions on their care. The medical content in the library aligns with the latest Department of Defense and VA clinical guidelines, and
Family
MADIGAN ARMY MEDICAL CENTER, Joint Base Lewis-McChord - Majestic Tahoma, the ancient name of what is commonly called Mt. Rainier, peeked through the fog on a chilly morning, Riley's first full day. Madigan's first baby born in 2023 slept easy in the morning calm. Riley first made her appearance at 1:02 a.m.
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Love Lakewood New Year, New You Event kicks off on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, at Fort Steilacoom Park. Experience the power of community by joining us for a free Welcome Walk. The gentle 1.5-mile walk is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Starting at Shelter 1, the walk takes you
Military Life
Asked how he met the challenges he faced growing up in Liberia, SSG Golaybah Kamara said he "accepted the realities and made use of meager resources." The reality was that while the West African country was engulfed in a civil war, his father passed away when he was 11 years old,
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As fall cools off our wonderfully warm summer weather, you might start craving warm, cozy food. Savory meats on hot plates or skewers. Soups. Perhaps a fancy burger with a side of warm au jus. You might be craving Asado. With a full menu of steady Argentine-inspired delights and a
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WASHINGTON (AFNS) - Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley used his keynote speech at the 2012 Air Force Association Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition here Sept. 17 to discuss the importance of caring for Airmen. "Whatever the intensity of our nation's demands, in war or in peace, we
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SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. - Capt. Rebecca Bissette, 618th Air and Space Operations Center (Tanker Airlift Control Center) Command and Control executive officer, traded in cake and presents to spend her most recent birthday climbing one of the most difficult mountains in the United States, Mount Rainier. "I've wanted to
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The Olympic Flight Museum in Olympia is well known for its vintage aircraft and aviation-related memorabilia and for its annual spring sale and show. Now, due to high patron demand, the museum is adding a fall show as well. The Fall Military Collectables Show and Sale will be held in the
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. - U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. David Knutzen was in a different world. He dropped the water jugs and kept moving. The magazine fell out of his weapon and he paused, wanting to go back for it. "Ah crap," thought Knutzen of Denver, a communications officer with the
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The Yakima Valley in Washington produces over 77 percent of the total United States hop crop according to the Washington Beer Commission. It is no wonder that craft breweries are so abundant in Tacoma. The historic Brewery District in Tacoma was once home to several breweries including iconic brands like
Family
The Defense Department implemented annual changes to the Child Development Program Fee Policy and restructured total family income categories which determine child care fees. The policy change includes fee increases necessary to ensure the department's ability to find and keep skilled child care staff and to continue providing quality care
Health
As the new year approaches, make sure you're aware of changes to the TRICARE Pharmacy Program that may affect you. While these changes offer several enhancements, some of the changes may require action on your part. This will ensure you have access to the prescription drugs you and your family
Music
Bellingham natives Dub and Jender began to take themselves serious as hip-hop artists in the fall of 2010. After a couple months of practicing what they'd orchestrated together, the duo decided that it was time for the first official Dub and Jender show. That night more than 100 sweaty, teeth-grinding
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In the spirit of former Weekly Volcano editor Matt Driscoll, who often wrote about Tacoma's gritty surf rock band Girl Trouble, I'm going to straight up call the band "quintessential." Quintessential in helping get Sub Pop and K Records on the map, quintessential in pioneering Northwest music and quintessential in the
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Ben Union sounds like they should be on the radio. Crisp, poppy, groovy. But at the same time, they sound like they should be kept a Tacoma secret. While Ben Union has gotten radio play, toured the west coast and played for 15,000 people in the Tacoma Dome, they encompass a
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Cameron Clearwater, vocalist and guitarist for indie grungers Electric Falcons, is all blonde dreadlocks, black T-shirt and tattoos. His Chihuahua, Bergie, is always at his side. Drummer Jordan Taylor has long flowing hair and is often caught with bright white sunglasses on his head and prescription glasses on his face. And bassist
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When it comes to a raging wildfire, patience wouldn't seem to be a virtue, but Washington Army National Guard helicopter crews working on the Wenatchee Fire Complex outside Leavenworth had to come to terms with that very paradox. "It's frustrating not flying," said CW3 Dan Johnson, B Company 168th Aviation. The
