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Now that we are full on into the holiday season, we have put together a list of holiday events in the South Sound regions. Enjoy. Through Jan. 15 Oly on Ice, days and times vary. A local tradition and favorite, this year join in on the fun at this local outdoor skating rink.
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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas - An app that makes it easier to sublet short-term childcare slots will soon be available at all Department of the Air Force-run child development centers. Now available at 24 installations, Kinderspot helps Department of Defense families on Air and Space Force bases offer or find weeklong
Health
Many veterans are working to improve their health and well-being. For those wanting to make healthy lifestyle changes, VA's TeleMOVE! program is ready to help veterans manage their weight, eat wisely and be more physically active. TeleMOVE! care coordinators partner with veterans to create personalized, monitored health and weight management
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Join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, Barbie and Ken for a FREE Salute to Military Holiday Party, presented by Northwest Military at Capital Mall in Olympia. This day will be all about honoring military families and their sacrifice while having a merry time. The party will take place on Saturday, Nov.
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Competition looms as the soldiers of the 564th Field Feeding Company, 593rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command prepare for the 56th Phillip A. Connelly Food Service Competition at Courage Inn Warrior Restaurant, here. According to organizers, the competition's purpose is to recognize excellence within the Army food service program
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The Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, located off of I-5's Exit 114, is a living testament to Billy Frank Jr.'s dedication to nature and culture. Established in 1974, it serves as a crucial habitat for various bird species, including the bald eagle, peregrine falcon, and great blue heron. The
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - When picturing the U.S. Army, the first image that comes to mind usually is not soldiers mesmerizing crowds with the sweet razzle-dazzle of tubas, drums, or trumpets, but that's exactly what the proud members of the 56th Army Band do as 42 Romeos (42R).
Veterans Day
Veterans Day 2023 is Saturday, Nov. 11. These Veterans Day and year-round discounts, free meals and other programs are being shared so that veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors are aware of all resources available to them. Offers are subject to change and may not be available in all locations. Verify
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FALLS CHURCH, Va. - Army Sgt. Sergio Calderon Diaz looks back at his 17 years in the Washington State National Guard, knowing he made the right decision to join. "It just happened. I wasn't sure I would like the military, so I picked the guard. I started with a three-year
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WASHINGTON - Each day Spc. Joelle Pamplona, a physical therapy specialist, heads into the Madigan Army Medical Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord to help veterans, soldiers and their families heal. Being able to make a difference in their recovery is what drives him. "It's the reason I picked this job," he said.
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Current veterans and those looking at leaving the services soon may want to browse a new list by WalletHub detailing the best and worst cities for veterans to reside. WalletHub's scrutiny delved into a matrix of 19 metrics spanning four critical domains: employment, economy, quality of life and health. This examination,
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Santa's Castle on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Located near the Clarkmoor Child Development Center on Lewis Main, the building's candy cane decorated columns are a true indicator of the magic happening inside. Through the generosity of donors and volunteers,
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With work trips that throw off regular eating habits and deployments with food-source limitations, it may be challenging for military personnel to maintain a normal diet. The Health Promotions Team with the 62d Medical Squadron noticed the roadblocks to thriving gut health and wanted to make a difference. "We decided to
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Child care experts and staff from Army installations across the globe came together at Joint Base Lewis-McChord recently to share experiences and gain information that will help them provide better care for children with special needs and their families. The meeting was a two-day conference referred to
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YAKIMA TRAINING CENTER, Wash. - Soldiers from Joint Base Lewis-McCord have been taking part in operationally testing the new Sensor Suite Upgrade, or SSU, on the M1135 variant Stryker - the Army's high-speed, high-mobility, armored carrier. Soldiers with the 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team of 2nd Infantry Division and the 110th Chemical,
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If the end state of armed conflict is winning, it is best to be unfair about it. "Our brigade has got to be ready to go to war and fight to win - this is what we train for," commented Col. Kwenton Kuhlman, commander, 1st Brigade, 2nd Stryker Combat Team, 7th
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Join us for a FREE Salute to Military - Disney Villain Halloween Party, presented by Northwest Military. This day will be all about honoring military families and their sacrifice while having a spooktacular time. The party will take place Saturday, Oct. 28 at McMillin Farms in Puyallup from 11 a.m.
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WASHINGTON - The Army will build a new blue book and blue book app to reinforce standards and discipline across the service, the Army's top enlisted leader said. The Army Software Factory in Austin, Texas leads the initiative, scheduled to release by October 2024. The app will contain the non-commissioned officer and
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For many veterans and active-duty service members, the dream of homeownership can become a reality through a unique and valuable financial tool - the VA loan. But, that special loan program becomes even more important when combined with the benefits of Homes for Heroes. In fact, military members, past and
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Your military service number is more than just a unique identifier; it's a gateway to a range of benefits and services designed to assist you during and after your time in service. From healthcare and educational opportunities to home loans and financial services, understanding how to use this number effectively