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Tyler Hemstreet on April 3rd, 2012
For baseball fans looking for that small town community feeling that minor league baseball exudes, the Tacoma Rainiers are ready to provide another season of wholesome family entertainment. The Rainiers, the Seattle Mariners' AAA affiliate, broke an attendance record last season when more than 363,000 people attended games at the
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Tyler Hemstreet on August 28th, 2011
While it's certainly not California or Hawaii, believe it or not Washington does have some prime spots for surfing enthusiasts.
The city of Westport, on the south end of Grays Harbor and about 90 miles from JTacoma, might be the state's best-kept coastal secret. While Westport is perhaps known more for
Grocery Stories
Tyler Hemstreet on August 28th, 2011
Whether it's something as simple as steaks or chicken or more dignified fare such as pork or lamb, there are several awesome shops in the South Sound to stock up at.
Nestled in the heart of the Proctor District in north Tacoma, Metropolitan Market (2420 N. Proctor St., Tacoma) prides itself
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Tyler Hemstreet on March 17th, 2011
If you ask longtime Antique Sandwich Company customer Carol Dawson to name her favorite dish, she freezes up.
"Very favorite? Whoa!" replied Dawson, who's been coming to the Tacoma restaurant located blocks away from Point Defiance Park since it opened in the early 1970s.
She gathers her thoughts and does her best
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Tyler Hemstreet on May 6th, 2012
One of the great things about living in the Pacific Northwest is you're never far from a multitude of outdoor activities. The lush forests, lakes, rivers and mountain ranges provide a supple environment for a variety of activities, no matter what time of year.
But for those new to the region,
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Tyler Hemstreet on May 6th, 2012
Ready to feel the wind in your hair? Here are some go-kart tracks to feed your need for speed.
Grand Prix Raceway
11015 Pacific Hwy SW
Lakewood
(253) 272-9000
www.grandprixraceway.com
Grand Prix Raceway, located in Lakewood, just received a fleet of brand new Italian racing karts. The racing karts are designed for competition and feature identically-prepared
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Tyler Hemstreet on May 6th, 2012
While the Pacific Northwest is known for its overcast and rainy weather, it's also known for having some great microbreweries.
For beer enthusiasts on a budget looking to enjoy a free afternoon, a tour of one of the many local breweries might be just the trick.
Here are a couple tour ideas
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Tyler Hemstreet on May 2nd, 2012
Nike Air Jordan brand sneaker fans lucky enough to live in the Pacific Northwest - and those who love the iconic NBA Hall of Famer -wouldn't be a true fan if they don't make time to venture down to Oregon, the heart of the Nike empire.
While fans can't just drive
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Tyler Hemstreet on March 5th, 2012
FIGHTING HOMELESSNESS >>>
During the week, Jerri Rennaker bundles up and ventures out to explore the places everyone else in the community usually stays away from.
Rennaker and her PATH (Program in Assistance to Transition from Homelessness) team members from Greater Lakes Mental Healthcare scout heavily wooded areas near railroad tracks and
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Tyler Hemstreet on December 22nd, 2011
HOUSING FOR ALL >>>
The trauma that comes with a family being evicted due to a home foreclosure or the inability to pay rent is great enough, but when added to fact that it might mean splintering the group in order to better find temporary shelter, things can really get dire.
Families
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Tyler Hemstreet on December 5th, 2011
HOUSING FOR ALL >>>
As the administrator for homeless programs for Pierce County Community Connections, Troy Christensen works hard every day to eliminate homeless in the county and the surrounding areas.
But that goal is getting much tougher these days.
The programs Christensen oversees were making strides three years ago, as homeless in
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Tyler Hemstreet on November 4th, 2011
HOUSING FOR ALL >>>
The Weekly Volcano is partnering with the United Way of Pierce County to run a 12-month campaign focused on the issue of homelessness and affordable housing. We will be highlighting community efforts around the issue and helping raise funds to go directly toward affordable housing.
Habitat for Humanity
For
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Tyler Hemstreet on September 9th, 2011
A SALUTE TO LOCAL MILITARY >>>
South Sounders interested in an up close and personal look at what hydroplane racing is all about will have that chance this weekend.
The "Scott and Linda Carson presents the 2011 Western Divisionals/Yapachino Memorial Regatta" championship hydroplane race, featuring the blown, 160-mph Grand Prix hydroplanes, runs
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Tyler Hemstreet on December 14th, 2010
DONATE TO A LOCAL CHARITY >>>
There's no better way to support your community than supporting your neighbors in need, especially during the holiday season. We'll feature local charities
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