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If "you are 60, going on 70," The Sound of Music was one of the biggest pop culture events of your youth. It's a holiday standby on stage and TV, and I imagine it reminds you of happier, more innocent times. That's probably why the matinée lobby
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Did you know that, adjusted for inflation, The Sound of Music (1965) is the third-biggest box office hit of all time? It made more money than Titanic, Avatar or any Star Wars movie since the first. (The all-time champ is still Gone With the Wind, which made the equivalent of
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After 17 years of Stardust holiday schmaltz-fests, Harlequin director Linda Whitney outsourced her holiday revue-writing to James Hindman and Ray Roderick of Miracle or 2 Productions, authors of 2003's A Christmas Survival Guide. From a critical standpoint, it's a welcome change, especially since this anthology's aimed squarely at cynical adults
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The Defense Department is focused on making quality child care options affordable for military families as officials continue to prioritize initiatives to take care of those who serve. Earlier this month the department implemented its new fee schedule for on-base child care designed to reduce fees for lower income military families
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Rapper Mickey Avalon has led quite the life. Born in 1975, Avalon grew up in a hellish environment. His father was a heroin addict; his mother sold marijuana to make a living. Avalon's early life was marked by tragedy. He adopted his mother's trade and sold pot
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Rapper Mickey Avalon has led quite the life. Born in 1975, Avalon grew up in a hellish environment. His father was a heroin addict; his mother sold marijuana to make a living. Avalon's early life was marked by tragedy. He adopted his mother's trade and sold pot to make money.
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Embark on a magical journey at our enchanting Salute to Military Princess and Superhero tea party where Captain America, Spiderman, Sleeping Beauty, Rapunzel, Belle, and Princess Elena of Avalor, accompanied by the Fairy Godmother, await your presence. This delightful free event is proudly presented by Northwest Military - publishers of
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Are you planning for your military separation and thinking about a college degree? Maybe you've taken a few college classes over the years and aren't sure what your next move should be. Or, you may already be in college but finding it tougher to succeed than you thought. These are
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - As the new year continues, February brings a time of celebration in honor of Black History Month. Airmen of African American heritage worldwide have dedicated their lives to defending the United States of America, honoring the vital role that black history plays in its culture and
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Leadership from across Joint Base Lewis-McChord gathered inside building 580 on McChord Field Jan. 23 to celebrate the reopening of the child development center after nearly four years of renovation. "This is exciting. It is a relief to see the renovations complete after such a long road,"
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The American Legion, Department of Washington, 4th District, is forming a new program called "American Legion Squares," which is being sponsored by Doughboy Memorial Post #138 in University Place, Elk Plain Post #118 in Spanaway and Rainier Post #264 in Rainier. What is "American Legion Squares?" It's a program to support and
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It didn't matter that it was cool and raining or that it was 9 a.m. on an overcast Saturday morning in Lacey. What mattered most to the more than 70 members of the Brothers in Arms Motorcycle Club (BAMC) who showed up for the Northwest Harley-Davidson's (NWHD) third annual Freedom
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Nestled along the shores of the Puget Sound, Steilacoom, is a charming and historic town that often goes unnoticed among the bustling cities of the Pacific Northwest. Despite its relatively small size, Steilacoom boasts a rich history, picturesque landscapes, and a welcoming community that makes it a hidden gem for
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - "Life is a competition, not with others, but with ourselves. We should seek each day to live stronger, better, truer lives; each day to master some weakness of yesterday; each day to repair a mistake; each day to surpass ourselves." - David B. Haight.
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Within the vibrant walls of Joint Base-Lewis McChord's Arts and Craft Center, the Alcohol Ink Arts class has emerged as a dynamic hub for artistic expression. Led by Alicia Butler, the Arts and Crafts Center Business Manager, and attended by participants like Genevieve Shelby, the
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Last year, the undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness signed policy implementing within the Defense Department and across the military services the requirements laid out under the Brandon Act.? Within the DOD and military services, the Brandon Act allows service members to request a mental health evaluation just by making
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America's Credit Union is steadfastly focused on supporting military families at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and beyond. Our local dedication to providing you with the best financial services and resources will never falter no matter where your military assignment takes you. Once a member of ACU, always a member of ACU.
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The Clover Park School District exists to create promising futures by providing educational programs in order to prepare its students for the careers of tomorrow. Joint Base Lewis-McChord hosts six CPSD schools: Beachwood Elementary, Carter Lake Elementary, Evergreen Elementary, Hillside Elementary, Meriwether Elementary and Rainier Elementary. While the district receives state
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The only time we were forced to walk through that new H&M store in the mall we started to feel queasy, claustrophobic and like we were going to karate chop the next person we saw with a stupid bleach pattern on their jeans in the throat. Just
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After a day of carving turkey, why not enjoy a cinematic experience of carving people with Grindhouse Theater's presentation of Cannibal Ferox on 35 mm film? The film, which has been banned in 31 countries, will include rare uncut footage of raw gore and shock. Due to it's violent nature,
