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Camping discounts offered to military members

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Camping discounts offered to military members

For those active duty and retired military personnel who enjoy the spectacular camping opportunities Washington State has to offer, discounts abound! Both the government and proprietors of privately owned campgrounds wish to sincerely thank our soldiers for their faithful service. Listed below, find several great deals for family vacations. The Seattle/Tacoma

Ferry me away

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Ferry me away

It's a cheap thrill, considering the scenery to be had. Try hopping aboard a ferry for a day of pure Northwest pleasure, for as little as $4.25. Riding a Washington state ferry is both unique, historic, and adds a whole new dimension to the pleasure of living life in the

Local soldier releases children’s book

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Local soldier releases children’s book

Staff Sgt. Mark Brauner Hayward, 46, a reservist on Joint Base Lewis-McChord with the 494 BSB was inspired to write a children's story, "I See Without My Eyes," while serving in Iraq two years ago. Hayward, married and the father of a 9-year-old son, tells the story of a young blind

A place to grieve the fallen

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A place to grieve the fallen

When Norma Melo learned that her 47-year-old husband, Julian Melo, was killed in northern Iraq along with 18 others from his Stryker Brigade Dec. 21, 2004, her life as she knew it was over. “I was devastated,” said Melo, now a volunteer with T.A.P.S., which stands for Tragedy Assistance Program For

I love to go a-wandering

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I love to go a-wandering

It's winter. It's raining/snowing/hailing/dripping. But the kids are restless, everyone has cabin fever, and the woods are beckoning. Get outside and explore area trails that hold the promise of pure air, the scent of pine and perhaps the sight of an eagle, owl, herd of elk, or den of beavers.

Museum for/about vets

Veterans

Museum for/about vets

Wayne Bier stands quietly in front of a case housing memories of his son, Joseph Phillip Bier, who died in Iraq five years ago, when a woman rushes in and taps him on the shoulder. What comforts Bier and thousands of others is a wonderful building that is dedicated to remembering

Special, unique shops offer surprising gifts

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Special, unique shops offer surprising gifts

Same ‘ol, same ‘ol? Is that how your significant other feels opening the bottle of after shave, the slippery nightie, the handyman’s how-to guide? Break out of the shopping doldrums and visit these unique places to find something truly special for those on your list.Clown around!At Lakewood’s Clown Shop, buyers

Educational opportunities abound in South Sound

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Educational opportunities abound in South Sound

Ready to crack open the books, learn a trade, and prepare for a satisfying career? Fortunately, this area is rich with schools of higher learning. Thurston County   South Puget Sound Community College A two-year, public college located in Olympia offers academic transfer degrees, professional technical degrees and certificates, job skills and basic skills

Tie-ups, logjams, snags and complete stops

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Tie-ups, logjams, snags and complete stops

The wheels on the bus go round and round, but sometimes, without warning, the bus driver finds himself at a complete, mind-numbing, stomach-churning standstill. During summer months, when road construction is at its highest, commuters will find themselves stuck in traffic. We’re going to point you towards trouble spots, and

School programs target stress

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School programs target stress

They are considered to be the forgotten population of those who suffer due to a soldier’s deployment. The children that are left behind while mom or dad is overseas go through the same issues experienced by their stay-at-home parent: feelings of anxiety, anger and depression are all too common. Called

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