Anyone who lives in or near Bremerton knows that it’s a Navy town. And they come out in full force to celebrate that on Armed Forces Day each year.
Anyone who has attended Bremerton’s Armed Forces Day parades in the past knows Burke Waldron. He’s the “aging” U.S. Navy veteran in his dress whites, walking the entire distance of the parade.
Just how do you get 100-plus floats, bands, horse patrols, military ensembles and various princesses to line up in order? Ask Chris Funke.
There will be a special float in this year’s Armed Forces Day Parade. And many of those at the parade will recognize it.
The Flag Code, which formalizes and unifies the traditional ways in which respect is given to the U.S. flag, also contains specific instructions on how the flag is not to be used.
They are called “Elder Orphans” and they represent a growing number of Americans who are coming into their senior years without anyone to watch over them.
It’s not that easy to reach out and make friends when you’re older, but there are plenty of places where you can try.
Keynote speaker Tony Ventrella will tell some stories — and talk about staying happy as you grow older.
Jerry Mecham and Karen Kline are shining examples of how cardiac conditioning can help heart attack survivors regain their physical stamina.
Charlie was an 84-year-old veteran who lived in Kitsap County. He had moved away, but came home to retire here. He didn’t have any family members close by.
They’re helping seniors get their needs met. They serve as advisers. But they’ve all encountered their own unique issues navigating the needs of seniors.
Inside Chris Axling, there’s an overgrown kid just waiting to get out. And he’s got the treehouses, playhouses and crafting sheds to prove it.
Do you like animals, plants and fungi? There’s something coming up that will knock your scientific socks off.
