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Kim Thompson on December 11th, 2015
Who says the beginning of winter in the Puget Sound has to be dark, dreary and dull?
If this year's The Christmas Revels® has anything to say about it, well, it will most certainly be the opposite of those very descriptions.
This long-running local production has created a lively and spirited blend
News Front
Kim Thompson on December 3rd, 2015
The statistics are sobering.
It is estimated that over 145,000 people in Washington state are living with brain injury-related disabilities; this number is based on hospitalizations.
That is not the full story, though.
The numbers increase for those people who are not hospitalized or who are not initially diagnosed with brain injury.
Clearly, there
Attractions
Kim Thompson on November 20th, 2015
The Mt. Rainier region is a mountainous wonderland like no other.
Mt. Rainier is home to a national park, seven wilderness areas, three national forests, and delightful surrounding towns and communities.
Even better? The mountain is literally in our own backyard. And that is something to be thankful for.
With the Thanksgiving season
Military Life
Kim Thompson on November 12th, 2015
The iconic and much beloved teddy bear has long been a symbol of endearment and love.
Thanks to a terrific partnership of two nonprofits and a student service group, the classic teddy bear is taking on a whole new meaning.
Operation Ward 57, a nonprofit organization that supports wounded, injured and ill
Outdoors
Kim Thompson on September 21st, 2015
Think just because summer is coming to a close in the South Puget Sound that it's time to hang up those running shoes and retreat to the inside of a gym?
Think again.
The great running tradition is alive and well in our region, even as the days grow shorter and the
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Kim Thompson on September 21st, 2015
I 'm a self-proclaimed "omelet girl," and I like it.
Just thinking about fluffy and tender eggs the color of warm sunshine, stuffed to the gills with all kinds of deliciousness, makes my mouth water. My personal favorite omelet is the kind that oozes gooey and rich cheeses that overflow onto
Outdoors
Kim Thompson on September 21st, 2015
Who says you have to travel to the northeastern United States to see the turning of the autumn leaves?
The South Puget Sound region has its own riot of fall color right here. There are some terrific urban and regional walks that depict nature's colorful glory in the autumn months. So
Outdoors
Kim Thompson on September 10th, 2015
Cozy sweaters, plump pumpkins, colorful leaves, hot cocoa and brisk breezes; what do all of these things have in common? They all signal the arrival of the fall season. There are so many terrific things about fall in the South Puget Sound, so why not celebrate them?
Our region boasts unique
Military Life
Kim Thompson on May 13th, 2015
For many, going to a salon is more than about just getting a haircut. It's an experience. A transformation. A new expression.
For Tacoma's longtime and iconic Embellish Multispace Salon, those statements could not be truer, especially now.
The salon is moving from its location at Court D in downtown Tacoma to
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Kim Thompson on April 30th, 2015
Hikers and campers: as you descend into the depths of the Pacific Northwest forests for adventure this summer, you do know to beware of wild animals, right?
Of course you do!
However, did you know there's one rare creature that's so unusual, so large and so formidable it will either leave you
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Kim Thompson on April 20th, 2015
For many, going to a salon is more than about just getting a haircut.
It's an experience. A transformation. A new expression.
For Tacoma's longtime and iconic Embellish Multispace Salon, those statements could not be truer, especially now.
The salon is moving from its location at Court D in downtown Tacoma to its
Walkie Talkie Blog
Kim Thompson on January 27th, 2015
In the event of a school-based emergency or crisis, preparedness, effectiveness and fast action are critical. For schools in rural areas, these concepts take on even more importance due to geographic location and other important factors.
However, with appropriate readiness, training and key partnerships, school administrators, rural law enforcement and other
Walkie Talkie Blog
Kim Thompson on October 13th, 2014
Mother Nature was onto something in the South Puget Sound last Saturday.
The day started with boisterous thunder claps and gusty winds, followed by an area tornado warning (yes, really). Said tornado did appear in the form of a water spout off of Anderson Island to stunned locals. The finale? The
Walkie Talkie Blog
Kim Thompson on June 23rd, 2014
Get ready to mark your calendars and save the date: an innovative and robust military career fair will be back again this summer to help transitioning and retired military personnel who are seeking employment.
WorkForce Central, in partnership with the Tacoma Rainiers Baseball Club, is pleased to present the 2014 Annual
Walkie Talkie Blog
Kim Thompson on June 17th, 2014
Grammy Award-winning performer, songwriter and producer Kristian Bush really does actually sing; it's just been little awhile. Bush is well known and lauded as a multi-award winning songwriter and musician; yet other performers sing his words. But these days, as a solo artist, currently on a tour to promote his
Walkie Talkie Blog
Kim Thompson on April 29th, 2014
What do the follow things have in common: painter Chuck Close, glass artist William Morris, architect Frank Lloyd Wright, Tacoma's Antique Row, a Russian rescue mission, a flying pig, filmmaking and the Seattle Seahawks?
They are the intertwined subjects (yes, really) connected to local, national and international Camano Island artist Jack
Walkie Talkie Blog
Kim Thompson on April 10th, 2014
Looking for a new career path? Want to know who is hiring? Interested in getting some helpful tips, tools and resources to find a job?
Find out the answers to all of these questions and more at the upcoming Joint Base Lewis-McChord Army Career and Alumni Program (ACAP) and Washington National
Walkie Talkie Blog
Kim Thompson on April 8th, 2014
Doughnuts are serious.
Those soft, fluffy morsels of sweet, sticky and gooey goodness transforms the average person into the possessed, with the spittle flowing from the corners of their mouths and with a glint in their eyes that will stop at nothing to savor and devour.
Bring doughnuts to the office and
Walkie Talkie Blog
Kim Thompson on February 28th, 2014
There's no doubt that Tillicum Elementary School third grader Zinessa Patton loves science. The youngster has been an avid science fair participant for the last four years at her school; for the last two of those years, she's been a science fair award winner and has received a number of
Walkie Talkie Blog
Kim Thompson on January 21st, 2014
Lakewood resident, military spouse and mother of three Jamie Johnson represented Joint Base Lewis-McChord at the 2014 Mrs. Washington America Pageant Jan. 18 in Bellevue.
Johnson's chosen platform was veteran Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) awareness and support. She also wanted to show her pride in being a military spouse and was thrilled
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