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The arrival of fall means a new season for events in the South Sound. Moving on from the water-related themes of summer, autumn brings with it cooler weather and beautiful colors. Fall also means Oktoberfest and family events. We preview two of these we think you will enjoy. The Tacoma Oktoberfest
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NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. - The U.S. Army's only Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon Battery, part of the 1st Multi-Domain Task Force, lived up to its "First-Round" lineage by participating in Bamboo Eagle, an eight-day U.S. Air Force Warfare Center-led joint exercise spanning various locations across the United States from Aug.
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The Defense Media Activity (DMA) and the American Forces Network (AFN) invites its overseas audiences to enjoy the military network's full coverage of the 2024 NFL season, beginning this Thursday, Sept. 5. With the generous support of the National Football League (NFL), AFN will stream all NFL games on its free
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Over the last two weeks, wrenches have been turning, air guns have been firing, and knowledge has been expanding between mechanics from the Washington Army National Guard and Royal Thai Army during a Stryker Maintenance expert exchange at the Maneuver Area Training Equipment Site (MATES) in Yakima. "At the
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FALLS CHURCH, Va. - Master Sgt Natalia Laughlin is as tough as they come. She is disciplined, focused, and always up for a challenge. The combat medic has found more than her share of challenges, beginning with an injury that brought her to the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Soldier Recovery Unit,
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Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Guam Army National Guard, and U.S. Army Reserve Deployment Support Command, Alabama, suicide prevention programs were recognized for outstanding contributions to their communities from Sept. 1, 2022, through Aug. 31, 2023. The awards, which will be presented by the Defense Suicide Prevention Office in a Pentagon ceremony
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Emosi Bainivalu grew up on the rural, volcanic Fijian island of Taveuni where he fished and hunted wild chickens and boars. Eventually, he would join the Army and play on the same rugby team. This week, he played on the Army team, with matches against four of the other service teams at the
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More than 400 family members, with relatives who served in the Korean War or the Cold War who never came home, attended personalized briefings Aug. 15-16 in Arlington, Virginia, to get updates on how the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency is progressing on their cases. "We do this each year because this
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WASHINGTON - For soldiers, navigating between personal political views and their duty to be apolitical, can be a delicate balancing act. With campaign season here and political polarization increasing, service members need to be aware of political activities in which they may and may not engage. "Maintaining the hard-earned trust and confidence
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - It's not every day that you implement a national and lasting impact on your entire career field, and it may not be every year either, but for Air Mobility Command's 2024 National Public Service Award nominee this notion has become reality through occupational understanding and a
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VA's Claim Status Tool allows veterans to view the status of their VA claims online using their VA.gov login. This tool displays which claims are in process and identifies any actions veterans need to take. It also gives veterans the ability to review recent claim activity. Claim Status Tool enhancements VA recently
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Prepare for an extraordinary maritime adventure at Olympia Harbor Days, brought to you by the South Sound Maritime Heritage Association. This cherished free community event returns from Friday, Aug. 30 to Monday, Sept. 1, with an expanded lineup of activities including a stunning drone show at 9:30 p.m. on Aug.
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - On Aug. 9, 2024, the Team McChord First Sergeant Council hosted the third annual Dash for Danielle memorial run, a deeply significant event honoring the memory of Master Sgt. Danielle Lynch. A beloved first sergeant, Lynch tragically lost her life to domestic violence in 2020. The
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WASHINGTON - The U.S. Army continues its mission to modernize and revolutionize how it feeds its soldiers with a visit from Chef Robert Irvine, on July 26 at the Pentagon. Deputy Chief of Staff, G-4 Lt. Gen. Heidi Hoyle - the Army's lead logistician - and several food-service personnel met
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"They undertook extensive courses in raider and commando tactics, received intense training as paratroopers, ski troops, mountain fighters, demolition experts, amphibious forces and hand-to-hand combat experts." The words of Col. Robert McDowell rang loud during the wreath laying ceremony that commemorated Menton Day and the inactivation of the combined U.S. and
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CAMP MURRAY, Wash. - A team from Special Operations Detachment - Pacific took top honors during Leapfest 2024, the largest military parachuting competition of its kind, at North Kingstown, Rhode Island, July 29-Aug. 5. Lt. Col. Denny Frey and Command Sgt. Maj. Brendan Headrick from Special Operations Detachment - Pacific, supported
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TACOMA, WASHINGTON - Helping soldiers who are about to medically retire isn't for the faint of heart. Transition Coordinators (TCs) know helping a soldier in recovery find their future path isn't easy. TCs converged on Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM) this week for annual training, where best practices, opportunities, and
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VA announced recently the launch of the redesigned Airborne Hazards ("the Burn Pit Registry" or "the registry"). The Burn Pit Registry is a database that combines veteran and service member data to help VA better understand, research, and ultimately improve treatment for the health challenges faced by veterans exposed to
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The South Sound region of Washington is a treasure trove of culinary delights, especially when it comes to breakfast. From cozy diners to chic cafes, there's a place to satisfy every morning craving. Here are some of the best spots to start your day off right. 1. The Pine Cone -
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Legendary Donuts has carved a niche for itself as the ultimate destination for sweet treats, so it was no surprise our readers voted it as "Best Sweet Treat." Renowned for its innovative flavors, artisan craftsmanship and welcoming atmosphere, Legendary Donuts has become a beloved fixture in the community, drawing in
