JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – Several senior leaders from Joint Base Lewis-McChord will discuss financial impacts caused by sequestration and the furlough of government civilian employees at JBLM during a press conference Monday, June 10, 12:30 p.m., at the Joint Base Headquarters. Furlough notices were given to Department of Defense civilian employees at JBLM beginning May…
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National Parks Passes
USA.GOV — If your vacation or weekend plans include visits to national parks and recreation areas, consider getting a National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. Benefits of the Pass The pass provide entrance to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites across the United States. Entrance covers: Pass owner and accompanying passengers in a single private…
Public Hearing on radioactive contamination at Magnuson Park
[Editor note: This is a document recently sent out by a sitting state Representative regarding Magnuson Park (Sandpoint)] Radioactive Contamination at Magnuson Park Public Meeting Wednesday May 29th Question and Answer at 7 PM 5 PM – 8 PM Open House at The Mountaineers (7700 Sand Point Way NE – left after enter main gate) Contaminated…
Free Consumer Action Handbook
USA.gov — The Consumer Action Handbook is your go-to guide for practical information to help you plan a purchase, know your consumer rights, and file a consumer complaint. The Handbook features new content in areas that matter to you, such as banking, housing, and protecting your privacy, as well as tips to alert you of…
Letter Carriers’ national food drive is May 11
Reposted from The Stand The National Association of Letter Carriers 21st Annual “Stamp Out Hunger” national food drive will be Saturday, May 11. It is the country’s largest one-day food-collection effort. Last year, NALC members and other volunteers picked up more than 70 million pounds of non-perishable food donations. “On the second Saturday of May…
Apps at USA.gov for your mobile devices
USA.GOV — Visit our Mobile Apps Gallery to find government apps and mobile websites. Here are just a few of the many apps you’ll find: Tornado – If a tornado warning is issued for your location, an alarm will sound, even when the app is closed. (available for iPhone and Android) CDC …
Information resources for developmental disabilities
USA.GOV — About 1 in 6 children in the U.S. has one or more developmental disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, fragile x syndrome, and others. Some conditions can be identified before a baby is even born while others may be identified in early childhood. If you’ve noticed that your child isn’t reaching…
Resources for Your Family During Tough Financial Times
USA.GOV — The normal events of the week can be enough of a struggle—getting the kids off to school, paying the bills, making sure you have dinner on the table, and lots of things in between. But when times are tough or you’re facing unexpected expenses, caring for your family’s needs can seem overwhelming. Use…
Tips to prevent unintentional posioning
USA.GOV — Every day, 87 people in the U.S. die as a result of unintentional poisoning and more than 2,200 are treated in emergency rooms. Most of these poisonings occur in people’s homes. Get tips to prevent poisonings, including: Never take larger or more frequent doses of your medications to try to get faster or…
Stop the Drops! EPA’s National “Fix-a-Leak Week” Kicks Off in Seattle
(Seattle, WA – March 18, 2013) Every year, more than 1 trillion gallons of water leak from U.S. homes nationwide. That’s equivalent to the total annual water use of Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami combined! Experts estimate that leaks in almost 10 percent of American homes drip away almost 90 gallons of water a day….
National Association of Letter Carriers Day of Action March 24
On Sunday, March 24, the National Association of Letter Carriers is conducting a Day of Action with unions, small business customers, civic organizations and faith groups gathering outside post offices across the nation to oppose the proposed ending of Saturday delivery service. There are two events in Washington state: In Seattle, gather 2-4 p.m. at…
Kids.gov a great resource for parents
Whether you are a parent or a teacher, Kids.gov can point you to great educational resources. Subscribe to Kids.gov’s e-mail updates to receive notices of online educational materials, upcoming special events, contests for kids, lesson plans, activities, educational games, and videos. Sign up for Kids.gov e-mail updates now. You can choose to receive e-mails immediately,…
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