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Explain job loss to kids
The worst part for Mary Lee Morrison was not losing her job. It was telling her sons. And then telling them a few weeks later that they had to quit private guitar lessons. At least for a while.
Seeking Stories
Reporter Diane Huber wants to hear how the economy is affecting you.. Full story.
LIVING COLUMNS
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Fired-up snowboard movies herald winter
If you're counting the days until the snow is falling and you hit the slopes, Northwest Snowboards can help. The local store presents its Winter Video Premiere at 7 tonight at Capitol Theater.
Bridge of Glass: Dale Chihuly's art welcomes you to Tacoma
N ot much is free anymore, but there is a notable exception in Tacoma.
The Oscar Mayer Wienermob
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will make appearances Saturday at Top Food & Drug stores in Lacey and Olympia.
'Dancing' pro Julianne Hough won't return next season
'Dancing' pro Julianne Hough won't return next season
Showtimes -- Nov. 21
Here's what's playing at South Sound cinemas. Because times are subject to change without notice, readers are encouraged to contact the theater to be certain of showtimes. Times preceded by * are open captioned.
Calling all youths
At 7 p.m. Dec. 4 at Traditions Cafe, the 1+1=3 Theatre will put on a live performance of "Becoming an Ally."
Surviving stressful teen years
Parenting teens is a tough, stressful job, but the payoff can be huge with a reserve of patience and the drive to ask for help. Here are strategies:
Meet Family Volunteer Day Challenge
Mary Ellis-Meraz didn't think she could do much volunteering with three daughters in tow.
Handy sanitizer for tykes
Your precious infant is a mess. What else is new? Noodle & Boo's Instant Hand Sanitizer.
Thurston County Health inspections
The listings included in this database were first published in The Olympian newspaper, according to the publication dates indicated. They encompass all listings that ran from January 2008 to present. Updated every Wednesday
Points Key: Red violations are those most likely to cause food-borne illness and must be corrected immediately if feasible or according to a compliance schedule established by the health officer. Blue violations relate to the overall cleanliness and condition of operation and must be corrected according to a compliance schedule established by the health officer. Any establishment receiving more than 45 red demerit points or over 65 total demerit points shall be automatically reinspected in 10 days. If an establishment exceeds those limits twice in a calendar year, the permit shall be suspended immediately. Comments are taken directly from latest county inspection reports, which are available at each food establishment and at the Thurston County Environmental Health Office. If you have any questions concerning these reports, contact the health office at 360-786-5490.
Source: Thurston County Environment Health Office
