JBLM to Host Two-Day Washington State Service Member for Life Transition Fair
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – Armed Forces Community Services and the Service member for Life Transition Assistance Program at JBLM will host a two-day transition fair April 29-30 at the American Lake Conference Center, located on JBLM Lewis North. The transition fair is open to active duty, Guard, and Reserve Soldiers and Airmen, Department of Army Civilians…
Viking descendants invade PLU – Norwegian Heritage Festival
PARKLAND, WA — On Saturday, the 25th of April, the University Center at Pacific Lutheran University was filled with Norwegian bakery, Rosemaling, sweaters, woodcarvings and other assorted things Scandinavian. Music from accordions and a Norwegian men’s choir filled the air. Artists were making intricate weavings and painting bowls, plates and spoons. Here’s a few photos of the…
Volunteers needed for open boards and commissions in the 5th District
Pierce County residents looking to give back to their communities have ample opportunities to volunteer, especially in the 5th Council District that extends from South Tacoma to 160th Street E. in Spanaway and east-west from Interstate 5 to Woodland Avenue E. in South Hill. “Serving on one of our many boards and commissions is an…
AMC announces cancellation of Rodeo 2015
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – Air Mobility Command announced today that the 2015 Rodeo readiness competition, which was scheduled to take place at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in August, has been canceled. General Darren McDew, AMC commander, decided to cancel the competition largely because of the high current operations tempo for mobility Airmen and budget constraints….
Relieve congestion on Interstate 5 between Lakewood and DuPont?
The public is invited to attend an open house to learn more about ideas to help relieve congestion on Interstate 5 between Lakewood and DuPont. Washington State Department of Transportation staff will host the open house where commuters and residents are encouraged to participate and comment. Proposed corridor improvements WSDOT officials will be on hand…
Joint Base Lewis-McChord late-night firing announcement
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct late-night firing on the following date(s): DATE Thursday, April 23, 2015-Saturday, April 25, 2015 TIME 12:01 a.m. (April 23) to 2 a.m. (April 25) FIRING OF M77 155mm Howitzer The purpose of the late-night training is for unit proficiency training on this weapon…
Task force to dedicate DUI emphasis patrol to young victim
Tacoma Pierce County DUI and Traffic Safety Task Force will dedicate a DUI emphasis patrol this weekend in honor of Quinnton Dimmitt. The 17-year-old Franklin Pierce High School student was killed by an impaired driver April 25, 2014, as he drove to buy a coffee for his mother. The Pierce County Sheriff’s Department will conduct the…
Domestic Violence Awareness Day set for April 26 in Pierce County, Tacoma
The Pierce County Council and the Tacoma City Council have issued proclamations designating April 26th as Domestic Violence Awareness Day in Pierce County and the City of Tacoma. April 26, 2015, marks the twelfth anniversary of the tragic murder of Crystal Judson Brame by her estranged husband, former Tacoma Police Chief David Brame. “Domestic violence is…
39th annual Norwegian Heritage Festival – April 25th
Ja, sure, you betcha! On Saturday April 25 from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the University Center at PLU, the Scandinavians are taking over with booths, costumes, music and delightful cuisine. Sponsored by the Scandinavian Cultural Center of Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, this event is sure to delight. Welcome to the 39th annual Norwegian…
39th annual Norwegian Heritage Festival – April 25th
Ja, sure, you betcha! On Saturday April 25 from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the University Center at PLU, the Scandinavians are taking over with booths, costumes, music and delightful cuisine. Sponsored by the Scandinavian Cultural Center of Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, this event is sure to delight. Welcome to the 39th annual Norwegian…
JBLM has black bears – do be cautious
By Editor Marianne Lincoln Last May while driving out to a favorite spot on JBLM for photography (I have a range pass), I saw a large black bear crossing 8th Avenue South. This was about 1000 feet south of the decorated tree for those who know the area. bear crossed the road from east to west….
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