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WASHINGTON - Beginning in June, the Army is suspending a requirement for soldiers to complete a previously required level of professional military education, or PME, to qualify for promotion to noncommissioned officer, or NCO, ranks up through master sergeant. With this announcement, the Army will no longer use temporary promotions for
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Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is introducing an online service for ordering contact lenses, giving veterans and their VA caregivers a quick and convenient way to get prescription contacts. The new VCS PatriotVision website allows veterans, their families, their caregivers and VA employees the opportunity to order prescription contacts with free standard
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For 36 years, the Lacey Spring Fun Fair has stood as a beacon of community connection and joy in the heart of Lacey. With its blend of free rides, live entertainment, engaging kids' activities, diverse vendor offerings, and delectable fair food, the fair has become a beloved tradition for families
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The Adjutant General's Corps (AGC) is the branch of the Army that shapes and makes the service what it is. "Our first charge by the Department of Defense is in its enduring mission ‘to provide combat-credible military forces needed to deter war and protect the security of our nation," explained Virgil
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SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. (AFNS) - On Jan. 28, 2022, Gen. Mike Minihan, commander of Air Mobility Command, tweeted, "Warrior Heart. No Stigma." with a screen shot of his calendar revealing an upcoming mental health appointment, thus beginning a movement within AMC to eliminate stigma, lower barriers and increase access
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In response to an incident at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, where a soldier from the 7th Infantry Division was accidentally shot during a training exercise on April 25, the U.S. Army's Special Forces units are initiating a comprehensive safety stand-down this week. The soldier, who was struck by fire from an
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Joint Base Lewis-McChord - In a unified show of support for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM), I Corps and various units within Joint Base Lewis-McChord participated in Denim Day, an annual event aimed at combating sexual violence through public awareness. At the heart of the observance, soldiers from
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The Department of Defense, in partnership with other federal agencies, has options available to help budding entrepreneurs within the military community start and maintain their businesses. Most families in the U.S. - military families included - want two breadwinners in the family to make ends meet. But given the unpredictable nature
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Plans are underway to revitalize commissary shopping experiences, aiming to attract more eligible patrons to the benefits offered by military grocery stores. John Hall, Director of the Defense Commissary Agency, during a discussion at the American Logistics Association expressed concern over the significant portion of potential customers opting out of shopping. "Half
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Team McChord's Olympic Dining Facility has launched a series of specialty meals to redefine Joint Base Lewis-McChord dining standards. According to Olympic Dining Facility representatives, the specialty meals are inspired by feedback from their patrons. These meals are created to provide more options, improving the day-to-day diet
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Located about an hour and 15 minutes from Joint Base Lewis-McChord is the quaint little town of Edmonds, WA. Here visitors can explore local art galleries and boutiques, dine in local restaurants and sit on the rocky shores watching ferries cross from the Edmonds landing to Kingston. Edmonds has a strong
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Giving the gift of life to others through organ donation is one of the most selfless things a person can do. Many people think that's something you do only after you die, but doctors encourage donors to do so while they're still alive - and donations are badly needed. According to
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The City of Lakewood's SummerFEST 2024 is the South Sound's not-to-be-missed summer celebration with something fun for everyone. This year's event is Saturday, July 20 at Fort Steilacoom Park. It's free and draws tens of thousands of people from across the region. SummerFEST has it all: food trucks, beer gardens, live music
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Experience the Magic of the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire this summer as they invite you to step into a world of magic and adventure. This summer, the faire returns with five enchanting weekends, each brimming with the marvels of the Renaissance era. This beloved annual celebration of Renaissance culture takes place
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SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. - Air Mobility Command demoed the Aircraft Battle Damage Repair (ABDR) Mobile Work Centers program, also known as "War Wagons," here April 11, 2024. The program is launching this month with the first three trailers being employed in daily missions at Dover AFB, Joint Base Lewis-McChord,
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A new memorandum of agreement signed April 17 by Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks and Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma will streamline the approval process for military spouses seeking overseas teleworking arrangements while federally employed. Hicks said removing barriers for military spouses to remain in
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Garrison leaders at Joint Base Lewis-McChord joined Liberty Housing officials April 19 to celebrate the opening of a first-of-its-kind playground here that offers families a more challenging way to play. Dubbed a challenge course playground, the play area in the Evergreen housing community on Lewis Main merges
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The American Red Cross Northwest Region is seeking dedicated young individuals who are eager to make a difference to participate in its Summer Youth Program on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. This is a unique program that allows teens exposure to the workplace, experience in a medical setting, and the opportunity to give
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The demands of military service can take a toll on the mental health of service members and their families. Mental health disorders comprise a large percentage of the hospitalizations of military members, and prevention and early intervention strategies are critical for successfully supporting members and families through mental health challenges. To
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - U.S. Army Reserve soldiers and U.S. Air Force Reserve airmen teamed up to conduct an air deployment readiness exercise April 4, 2024. The training event began when soldiers assigned to the 373rd Military Intelligence Battalion, 259th Expeditionary Military Intelligence Brigade, drove tactical vehicles onto
