Jobs
Not everyone in uniform plans to leave the service and go to work on or off base as a military contractor. While that can be a lucrative and rewarding career, some troops dream of owning their own business or franchise. Wendy Dalpez, an entrepreneur coach and transition expert will help connect
Housing
While the real estate market is a bit tight here in the South Puget Sound area, there are still homes available - some of which are open this weekend for tour, and/or, just came open on the market. The following are a few worthy of your time. ROY Sandy Bicheray has a
Housing
Two home developers have set their sights on Port Orchard bringing new home construction to the gateway to both Kitsap County and the Olympic Mountains. Right now, new homes are springing from the ground from two well-known builders. Richmond American Homes has opened up Andasio Village with several home layouts including covered
Business News
Two local breweries are offering the troops nice savings in honor of their service. At Fish Tale Brewing in both Olympia and Tacoma, military get a nice 10% off each day - click HERE for the coupon. At Gig Harbor Brewing, in both Tacoma and Gig Harbor, you can get a
Business News
Both Gravelly Lake Dental and Cascade Dental want you to have cleaner teeth and health gums, and to put their mouth where their money is, they are offering new patients free Sonicare Toothbrushes just for coming in to have an appointment. These are long-standing dental offices in the South Sound, and
Housing
Richmond American Homes has a new Puget Sound development perfect for commutes in/to Kitsap and Pierce County. And, the grand opening is scheduled for Saturday July 14th from 11:30am – 1pm! Enjoy lunch & check out their new model at Andasio Village in Port Orchard! New homes now selling
Housing
With summer rotation of the troops come thousands of new families to the area all scrambling for homes. Many of these families will like the idea of moving into a brand new home. There are several developments under way in the areas surrounding Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Naval Base Kitsap. The
Featured Events
The home of Calvin Johnson and grunge rock, historic record labels and KAOS FM, The Evergreen State College, and the best crappy beer you can get that’s not brewed there anymore, Olympia is the perfect place to fill the void in your life. With a constant forecast of rain, an
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As the holidays approach, the Tacoma Dome gears up for one of the largest holiday shows in the country. The Food and Gift Festival is packed with gifts, crafts, specialty foods and more. It's a great way tp kick off your shopping. See the guide right HERE.
Military Resources
Looking for help deciding how to allocate your CFC contributions? Would you like to make a difference right here in the South Puget Sound area? Take a look through the CFC Guise for the local area - click HERE.
Check It Out
Tacoma's Third Thursday Artwalk is on this week on August 16. Art galleries, museums, and more are open and free from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Catwalk is one of many venues awaiting your artsy self-a unique venue that is both a fashion boutique and an art gallery. And this unique
SouthSoundland
The readers have spoken! The 2012 Weekly Volcano Best of Tacoma Readers' Poll is tallied, and the winners are featured in the annual guide. Dive in and discover a Tacoma that has caught the fancy of those in the know. BEST OF TACOMA 2012
Concert Alert
We list major concerts going on sale this weekend, as well as national touring acts performing in the Puget Sound this week and down the road. SECRET TICKET CODE TM = Ticketmaster, 253.627.TIXS, www.ticketmaster.com TW = TicketsWest, 800.325.SEAT, www.ticketswest.com TWEB = Ticketweb, 866.468.7623, www.ticketweb.com >>> ON SALE FRIDAY 10 AM Atmosphere. Seattle September
Military Life
Joint Base Lewis McChord always rolls out the green abd blue carpets to the local military andcivilian communities...inviting them for a day of fun, food and fireworks on the 4th of July. Your guide to the festivities is here: FREEDOM FEST 2012
SouthSoundland
Are you ready to celebrate the 4th of July with music, air performances, food, and fireworks? Check out our guide to the big day. FREEDOM FAIR 2012
SouthSoundland
Photo by Jason Ganwich Sexy age: 32 Love status: In a relationship Sexy art studio: Jet Tools building Sexy location: Across the street from The Swiss Sexy art mediums: Ink, portrait, steel sculpture Sexy ink drawing subjects: Women, duh! Girls tell our most sexy Scott McGee that his eyes are his most sexy feature, however, this is
Sipping Out
With the weather heating up, swing by the Ram (possibly by vine) on the waterfront to enjoy their newest drink on the deck. Called the Purple Viper, this bad-boy is Bacardi Arctic grape rum, casedores reposado tequila, blue curaco, cranberry, sprite, and grenadine. A couple of these and you'll
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Ready for summer? Believe it or not, we'll actualy have days of blistering heat ... the kind that make us forget how many times we complained when it was cool and damp. Our Summer Guide 2012 can help ou plan for summer fun. See it here.
Housing
Whether you are new to the South Puget Sound, or a veteran resident, you'll enjoy what is inside our Spring 2012 Housing Guide. Click here
Focus
KABUL- A local Bellingham, Wash., soldier serves as the personal security detail squad leader and combat medic for NATO Training Mission-Afghanistan's commanding general at Camp Eggers. U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Michael Woolley has been an in-close bodyguard and personal combat medic for three commanding generals. He is currently