- + USS Warrior Departs Hakodate, Japan, Following Scheduled Port Visit—USS Warrior Departs Hakodate, Japan, following scheduled port visit to celebrate the 170th anniversary of Commodore Matthew Perry's visit to Hakodate....
- + SECNAV Del Toro Touts Strategic Partnerships and Education During Visit to Maine—Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro met with academic leaders of the Maine Community College System, York County Community College (YCCC), and Ports...
- + Rashawn Boykin Has Been Decorated with the Air Force Achievement Medal—Forest Park, GA native, Rashawn Boykin has been decorated with the Air Force Achievement Medal. [Civilian] Boykin is a 1947 graduate of Mays High S...
- + Rashawn Boykin Has Been Decorated with the Army Achievement Medal—Forest Park, GA native, Rashawn Boykin has been decorated with the Army Achievement Medal. [Civilian] Boykin is a 1947 graduate of Mays High School...
- + Arctic Endurance – 1,000 Miles on the Iditarod Trail—“The worst day for me was when I fell through the ice,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Joshua Brown, Arctic Initiatives deputy, Eleventh Air Force, reco...
- + Australian AUKUS Divers Conduct Training in Pearl Harbor—Australian divers are spending two weeks with their American counterparts as part of AUKUS, a trilateral partnership of Australia, United Kingdom, and...
- + Gobi Wolf 2024 strengthens partnerships for disaster resilience—CHOIBALSAN, Mongolia — Exercise Gobi Wolf 2024 culminated with resounding success during a Closing Ceremony held in Choibalsan, Mongolia, May 10, mark...
- + Team Travis honors National Police Week—The 60th Air Mobility Wing observed National Police Week, an annual observance week to pay homage to those in law enforcement who gave their lives in ...
- + Highlight: PC-12 Pilatus Aircraft Gets Static Display At Cannon Air Force Base—On May 16, 2008, Cannon Air Force Base re-activated the 318th Special Operations Squadron (318 SOS) into the 27th Special Operations Wing (27 SOW) a...
- + Good Morning America visits Fort McCoy for focus on special volunteer—News team members with the show Good Morning America and USO members from all parts of America traveled to Fort McCoy on May 6 to be a part of a news ...
- + 95th FS reaches 1,000 flight hours—The 95th Fighter Squadron recently hit a benchmark of flying 1,000 hours in the F-35A Lightning II, a testament to the squadrons dedication to the mis...
- + Fort Sill hosts inaugural Best Redleg Competition May 6-14—Fort Sill, home of the United States Army Field Artillery School, played host to the inaugural Gen. Raymond T. Odierno Best Redleg Competition May 6-1...
- + U.S. Army awards expedited production contract for HIMARS launchers—The U.S. Army awarded Lockheed Martin an Undefinitized Contract Action with an obligation of $410 million against a not to exceed price of $861 millio...
- + New Mexico’s Enhanced $15.9 Million Firefighting Arsenal: Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands Air Tanker Base Upgrades—Kirtland Air Force Base, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service, and their partners celebrated the dedication of the $15.9 ...
- + NTAG Phoenix Holds Change of Command—PHOENIX – CDR Nicholas A. Hoffmann relieved CDR Kevin M. “KK” Kahl as commanding officer of Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Phoenix during a chan...
- + Faces of TRADEWINDS: Medical logistics sergeant supports readiness efforts with partner nations—In the world of healthcare, the roles of physicians and nurses often take center stage, their contributions widely recognized and celebrated. Yet, ami...
- + Forging Partnerships: NRL Hosts First Innovation Day for Industry—The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) hosted its first Innovation Day for Industry, May 16, to inform industry and assess interest in a focused set...
- + SURFOR Establishes Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron (USVRON) Three—SAN DIEGO – Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) established Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron (USVRON) Three at Naval Amphibious ...
- + Corps of Engineers partners with Owámniyomni Okhódayapi and the city of Minneapolis for park and recreational purposes at Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, and Owámniyomni Okhódayapi, formerly known as Friends of the Falls, along with the city of Minnea...
- + Team Moody defenders celebrate Police Week—MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. - - To honor Law Enforcement around the country, defenders from the 820th Base Defense Group and 23rd Security Forces hosted...
- + Austere Challenge 2024—Mission Command Training Program supported Austere Challenge 2024 exercise in Europe in March 2024. [Author: Lt. Col. David Olson]
- + Soldier Triumphs in Test of Will, Wins Career Counselor of the Year—U.S. Army Reserve career counselor Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Cox, assigned to 10th Battalion, Army Reserve Careers Group, won the Army Reserve Career...
- + Cabo Verde State Partners Visit Pease—Leadership from Cabo Verde Armed Forces visited Airmen at the 157th Air Refueling Wing for a three-day State Partnership Exchange May 7-10, 2024, at P...
- + USS St. Louis (LCS 19) Holds Change of Command Ceremony—MAYPORT Fla. (May 17, 2024) – Cmdr. TJ Orth relieved Cmdr. Jonathan Williams as USS St. Louis (LCS 19) Commanding Officer, during a change of command ...
- + USACE FY24 Civil Works Work Plan provides funding to advance Louisville Metro Flood Protection System Reconstruction Project—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Louisville District will receive $5.3 million in federal funding to advance the Louisville Metro Flood Protec...
- + May Sailor in the Spotlight: HT1 Deven Nettles—NORFOLK Va. - Hull Maintenance Technician 1st Class (HT1) Deven Nettles, a Los Angeles native, is Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center's (MARMC) S...
- + From AI to Ships to People, NPS Acquisition Research Symposium Explores New Frontiers for Defense Innovation—The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) hosted the 21st annual Acquisition Research Symposium on May 8-9 in Monterey, Calif., bringing together experts fr...
- + 49th Wing welcomes new commander—The 49th Wing hosted a wing commander change of command ceremony here on May 17, 2024. U.S. Air Force Col. John Ethridge took command of the 49th W...
- + African, international maritime forces conclude exercise Obangame Express 2024—After two weeks of varied, collaborative training throughout Africa’s West Coast and the Gulf of Guinea, 32 participating nations marked the successfu...
- + Maritime crime prosecution in West Africa and Central Africa: Obangame Express 2024 legal experts champion the Yaoundé Code of Conduct—The West and Central African maritime exercise Obangame Express 2024 centers on identifying and investigating suspected illicit activity at sea. Wheth...
- + 178th Wing hosts Contemporary Base Issues course—More than 100 airmen from across the country arrived at the Hollenbeck Bayley Creative Arts and Conference Center in downtown Springfield early Thursd...
- + USS Leyte Gulf Returns from Final Deployment—The guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) returned to Naval Station Norfolk, May 10, 2024, marking their final deployment. Leyte Gulf depar...
- + NAVFAC MIDLANT Awards $13.6 Million Contract to Complete Maintenance Dredging at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard—Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Mid-Atlantic (NAVFAC MIDLANT) awarded Coastline Consulting & Development LLC, Branford, Connecticut, ...
- + In the air and across cultures: Army Reserves Nurse connects with partner nations at TRADEWINDS 24—Sgt. Karinna Matthews is used to seeing the world from the air. When she’s not caring for patients as a nurse in the 328th Field Support Hospital (FSH...
- + Jim Coyle Honored for Longstanding Blood Donation Commitment—Jim Coyle, a retired federal employee and former National Guard captain, was celebrated for his exceptional dedication to blood donation at Womack Arm...
- + Fort Buchanan prepares service members for the future—Approximately 34 service members from the U.S. Army, Army Reserve, Army National Guard, and U.S. Navy, with duty in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, par...
- + Coffee with the Captain and Executive Director—Coffee with the Captain and Executive Director: An Open Forum for our Workforce This month's "Coffee with the Caption and Executive Director" offer...
- + Photo Story: May 2024 Army Reserve firefighter training at Fort McCoy—Army Reserve firefighters with units under the 416th Theater Engineer Command participate in driver/operator training that was instructed by the Illin...
- + "The President's Own" Assistant Director Returns To Where It All Began—Standing outside Barrow Hall, 1st Lt. Jose Toranzo raises his baton, readying the musicians of the Parris Island Marine Band to play morning colors. ...
- + Tulsa District observes ‘Wear a Life Jacket to Work Day’—To raise water safety awareness, the Tulsa District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is participating in ‘Wear A Life Jacket To Work Day,’ May 17. Tulsa...
- + 509th AMXS deactivation gives rise to 393rd BGS—The 509th Bomb Wing held a combined 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron deactivation and 393rd Bomber Generation Squadron activation ceremony at White...
- + USACE Philly District supports Key Bridge collapse response—In the aftermath of the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in late March 2024, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers mobilized and began working with...
- + Enjoy Summertime Without Compromising Safety: Begin a Happy, Safe Summer—Summer weather brings with it opportunities to do new and exciting things. The safety and environmental offices of Blanchfield Army Community Hospital...
- + Concrete Monolith Arrives at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard—The first of 27 concrete monoliths arrived at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) on May 16, marking a milestone in the Multi-Mission Dry Dock #1 Project...
- + Navy Exchange Service Command associate receives prestigious Virginia Beach award—Jerome Owens, Maintenance Supervisor at Navy Lodge Dam Neck was awarded the 2024 Maintenance Excellence Award by the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia,...
- + Rashawn Boykin Has Been Decorated with the Air Force Achievement Medal—Forest Park, GA native, Rashawn Boykin has been decorated with the Air Force Achievement Medal. [Civilian] Boykin is a 1947 graduate of Mays High S...
- + Rashawn Boykin Has Been Awarded the Good Conduct Medal—Forest Park, GA native, [Civilian] Rashawn Boykin has been awarded the Good Conduct Medal. [Civilian] Boykin is a 1947 graduate of Mays High School,...
- + JFK Mental Health Resources: Embedded Mental Health—Welcome to JFK Mental Health Resources, profiling what services and support is available to Sailors assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit John F. Kennedy...
- + JFK Mental Health Resources: Talk Boss Mr. Joe Eader—Welcome to JFK Mental Health Resources, profiling what services and support is available to Sailors assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit John F. Kennedy...
- + JFK Mental Health Resources: EIPC Isobelle Morrison—Welcome to JFK Mental Health Resources, profiling what services and support is available to Sailors assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit John F. Kennedy...
- + JFK Mental Health Resources: Command Chaplains—Welcome to JFK Mental Health Resources, profiling what services and support is available to Sailors assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit John F. Kennedy...
- + Academy, wing honor 1st Lt. Joseph D. Helton's sacrifice—The U.S. Air Force Academy dedicated the south gate security facility as the 1st Lt. Joseph D. Helton Jr. Large Vehicle Inspection Site in a ceremony ...
- + NSA Naples Hosts Armed Forces Olympics—Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR), Naples hosted the annual Armed Forces Olympics at Carney Park for U.S. and NATO service members. [Author: Josep...
- + NASIC unveils new intelligence facility—The National Air and Space Intelligence Center hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for our new Intelligence Production Complex III facility on Monday, Ma...
- + Sword Athena 2024: Breaking Barriers—Volunteers from across Air Combat Command presented proposed solutions to female and family-centric readiness barriers to Gen. Ken Wilsbach, commander...
- + Chief of Chaplains of the Navy tours Huntington Hall—Newport News, VA - In a visit aimed at strengthening mental and spiritual well-being alongside physical fitness, Rear Adm. Gregory Todd, Chief of Chap...
- + Hugo Lake staff hosts 2nd annual 3-D archery event—Hugo Lake staff recently hosted their 2nd annual 3D archery tournament at Kiamichi Park. [Author: Stacey Reese]
- + Unity in Service: Commemorating Police Week at MacDill AFB—Established 59 years ago by President John F. Kennedy, Police Week has stood as a national tribute to honor law enforcement officers who have made the...
- + USAMMDA team wraps Special Operations medical conference in Raleigh, N.C.—Team members with the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity participated in the Special Operations Medical Association (SOMA) annual confere...
- + Pace, Florida Native Recognized as Naval Education and Training Command’s 2023 Sailor of the Year—Naval Education and Training Command’s (NETC) recognized a Pace, Florida native and 2008 graduate of Wewahitchka High School as its 2023 Sailor of the...
- + NATO proves ability to respond to aggression—Exercises Clean Care and Vigorous Warrior 2024 combined chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear defense with military medical care this year t...
- + USS Ronald Reagan Completes Final FDNF Selected Restricted Availability—The U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), completed their Selected Restricted Availability (SRA) on schedule...
- + DESERT FLAG 9: Enhancing the Security of the Middle East—To confront the complex challenges of today, nations need to be able to work together and support one another as a unified and cohesive fighting force...
- + Chief Deren Perez: Champion athlete and community leader in Guam—In the heart of the Western Pacific, where the waters of tradition and innovation merge, stands Chief Petty Officer Deren Perez, a figure of inspirati...
- + A Story of Shimoda, Convention of Kanagawa and CFAY’s Foreign Graveyard Restoration in 1975—For nearly 50 years, Sailors with the Yokosuka Naval Base have traditionally participated in the Black Ship Festival in Shimoda, Shizuoka prefecture, ...
- + Mustangs prove ready, conclude Beverly Herd 24-1—Members assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing conclude Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, from May 12 - 17, 2024. BH 24-1 is part of a...
- + Air Force releases findings on 2023 Osan Air Base F-16C mishap—Pacific Air Forces released the results of its investigation into an F-16C aircraft mishap that occurred near Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, on May...
- + USS America (LHA 6) Awarded the ‘Battle E’ for Third Consecutive Year—The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America received the 2023 Battle Effectiveness Award, May 17.
- + Former British air force, now APS-2 quality assurance supports DEFENDER 24—When Shaun Jones was a young man in Wales, never would he have imagined that someday he’d be working for the U.S. Army and supporting the Army’s bigge...
- + 2nd Infantry-ROK/U.S. Combined Division Soldier Death—CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea – On May 15, 2024, Spc. Jaggert Oakes, 22, a Human Resources Specialist assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Co...
- + DoD Representatives Meet with Residents of Palau; Discuss Proposed Designation of Defense Site in Peleliu—KOROR, Republic of Palau (May 17, 2024) – A team of engineers and representatives of the Department of Defense (DoD) met with government leaders and r...
- + 8th TSC SGM is first NCO recognized with top Army logistician award—The Lt. Gen. Arthur J. Gregg Leadership Sustainment Award was established in 2015 and is awarded by the Army’s deputy chief of staff for logistics to ...
- + Sea Dragons attend LANPAC 2024—Soldiers from the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command (AAMDC) attended the Land Forces Pacific (LANPAC) 2024 Symposium and Exposition to further...
- + USS Indianapolis (LCS 17) Gold Crew returns from historic deployment to 5th Fleet—NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Florida -- The Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Indianapolis (LCS 17) Gold Crew returned to Naval Station Mayport, Flor...
- + Multinational bonds bolstered as TRADEWINDS 24 comes to a close—BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – After 2-weeks of nonstop training, TRADEWINDS 24 (TW24) has come to an end as representatives from 26 nations gathered at the L...
- + Army transformation, multi-domain operations realization a whole-Army effort—Deputy Under Secretary of the Army Mario Diaz said the Army must drive institutional change from multiple angles to achieve transformation and realize...
- + LANPAC Forum Strengthens Leadership and Alliances in Indo-Pacific—The LANPAC Leadership Forum, held in Honolulu from May 14 to 16, gathered senior military leaders and partners from the USINDOPACOM area. Organized by...
- + Leaders at LANPAC Discuss the Importance of Partners and Allies—HONOLULU – Military leaders and experts from across the Indo-Pacific region demonstrated the growing strength of the U.S. Army’s network of partners a...
- + Forward Posturing for a Safer Indo-Pacific—HONOLULU — Delegations from across the Indo-Pacific discussed the importance of multi-lateral, multi-domain operations in the region from the perspect...
- + Navy Region Northwest’s Fire and Emergency Services 1st Academy Graduation—Eight freshly pinned firefighters graduated from the Navy Region Northwest Fire & Emergency Services (NRNW F&ES) Fire Academy during a ceremon...
- + III Armored Corps Celebrates 106th Birthday—FORT CAVAZOS, Texas (May 16, 2024) - The U.S. Army's III Armored Corps celebrated its 106th birthday with a cake-cutting ceremony honoring its rich hi...
- + Air Defense Artillery School welcomes new Chief Warrant Officer of the Air Defense Artillery Branch—Students and guests gathered for the change of responsibility ceremony held for Chief Warrant Officer 5 Mitchell Brown, outgoing, and Chief Warrant Of...
- + NUWC Division, Keyport NADP employee graduates program, supports V-22 Osprey aircraft—Daniel Smith, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport’s newest graduate of the Naval Acquisition Development Program, is a rising star within ...
- + Trailblazer Soldiers Treated to Family Ball—The cause of all the glitz and glam was the result of planning and coordination by the 4th Division Sustainment Troops Battalion, religious support of...
- + New commander takes reins at U.S. Army Arctic Regions Test Center—Lt. Col. Brian Karhoff assumed command of U.S. Army Arctic Regions Test Center on May 16, 2024. [Author: Mark Schauer]
- + Huntsville Center emphases safety leading into June's National Safety Month—REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. – With June's National Safety Month quickly approaching, employees from U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (H...
- + Fort Leonard Wood MP company receives Presidential Volunteer Service Award—Waynesville High School Junior ROTC Drill and Raider competitions, Wreaths Across America, Armed Services Blood Program drives and Night at the Museum...
- + The Force behind the 908th Force Support Squadron—Within the complexities of the Air Force, there exists a group of unsung heroes. They are there from the start to end of an Airman’s journey. The ...
- + ASAP to host Ready and Resilient Fair May 22—Fort Leonard Wood Army Substance Abuse Program officials are scheduled to host a Ready and Resilient Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 22 at the Main Pos...
- + Mental Health Awareness Month: U.S. Army South spouse champions mental health—FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas – May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on mental health issues, reducing stigma, and promo...
- + Army Scientist Uses Seed Money Grant to Launch Skin Printing Research—Skin. It is the largest organ in the human body and the first line of defense against chemical agents. With that in mind, Priscilla Lee, a U.S. Army C...
- + Oklahoma National Guard breaks ground on new museum—The Oklahoma National Guard broke ground on the new Oklahoma National Guard Museum in Oklahoma City in a ceremony attended by veterans and current Nat...
- + Georgia National Guard hosts Retiree Appreciation events throughout the state—The Georgia National Guard hosted the second of its three scheduled “Retiree Appreciation Day” events to a crowd of retired National Guard service mem...
- + US Army EOD Group strengthens ROK-US Alliance during meeting on Fort Carson—FORT CARSON, Colo. – A U.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group recently helped to strengthen EOD interoperability with the Republic of Korea Army....
- + 1st Multi-Domain Task Force Showcases Innovative Combined Information and Effects Fusion Cell at LANPAC Symposium—Innovative approach to maritime domain awareness enhances bilateral understanding and interoperability between U.S. and Philippine forces [Author: Sta...
- + Army OIB synchronized for continued modernization—REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. -- Leaders from across the Army are making decisions to ensure the Organic Industrial Base is ready to respond today and, in th...
- + Advancing Military to Civilian Integration through Predictive Analytics—Federal agencies gathered for the inaugural Department of Defense (DoD) Military-Civilian Transition Office (MCTO) Predictive Analytics Summit, held o...
- + New MILITARY STAR Cardmembers Save 15% On All First-Day Purchases May 23 Through 30—New MILITARY STAR cardmembers can stack the savings for big discounts! Shoppers who sign up for and use a new MILITARY STAR card May 23 through May 30...
- + Honor Flight Arizona Visits Maryland Museum of Military History—Vietnam and Korean veterans and guardians with Honor Flight Arizona, a faction of the national non-profit organization, Honor Flight, embarked on a jo...
- + Ready to fight and win our nation’s wars—Soldiers with 1st BCT enter a two-week character-building crucible inside the area commonly referred to as “the box.” The rotation equals a month-long...
- + Dear NCOS’s, Let's Continue to Evolve.—“Non-Commissioned Officers s in Land-power Domain in the Indo-Pacific Region” The Land Forces Pacific (LANPAC) Symposium is a professional development...
- + Future of air refueling: USAF tests autonomous systems—MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- With a vision to redefine air refueling, Air Mobility Command is partnering with an innovative aviation technology sta...
- + AFRL honors its newest senior scientist at induction ceremony—The Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL, hosted a promotion and pin-on ceremony to honor its newest senior scientist Dr. Mark Benedict, at Wright-P...
- + Thickening the Force: The Army's AML uses Human-Machine Integration to boost mass fires—In a groundbreaking event on April 24, 2024, the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation & Missile Center, in collaboration wit...
- + PEO STRI Demonstrates the Army’s Newest Moving Targets at Fort Liberty—The U.S. Army’s Orlando-based Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation (PEO STRI) showcased the capabilities of its Track...
- + Rashawn Boykin Competed in the Army Best Warrior Competition—Forest Park, GA native, [Civilian] Rashawn Boykin competed in the Army Best Warrior Competition for DVIDS Hub. Boykin is currently serving as Serge...
- + ASC continues with Army Food Modernization Program to enhance food service options—The Army Food Modernization Program is and will be offering different options to meet the needs of Soldiers. It’s an ambitious and evolving program de...
- + Huntsville Center’s commander throws first pitch at Trash Panda Armed Forces Game—REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. – More than 150 U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (Huntsville Center) employees and their family members wer...
- + Devers youth wins state Military Youth of the Year Competition, regionals next—FORT KNOX, Ky. — Shortly after her family moved to Fort Knox, Kayla Cowart settled into a competitive role, eventually earning top honors in both the ...
- + Forging for the fallen—Tech. Sgt. Steven Pyott blacksmiths at the 2024 Beltane Fantasy Festival to raise funds for National Police Week. [Author: Airman Keagan Lee]
- + 142nd Wing Enhances Physical Performance via Sparta Science Program—In a bid to strengthen unit preparedness for its members, the 142nd Wing has taken up the Sparta Science Program. The program is a physical health ass...
- + ACC Commander: Dominance in electromagnetic spectrum is not optional—The Crows of the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing welcomed the Air Combat Command leadership team and their spouses to Eglin Air Force Base, recently, wher...
- + Warrant Officer Cohort collaborate at Greely Hall—FORT HUACHUCA, Ariz. – In the military, great leaders are not born. Through coaching, mentorship and professional and personal development, future lea...
- + Celebrating Spouses—Marilynn Bailey, volunteer coordinator with Army Community Service, hands out slices of cake at the Fort Jackson’s Commissary as part of the post’s Mi...
- + Fair connects Jackson with employment, education—Roughly 30 employers and 30 educational institutions were at the fair. The fair, a collaboration between the Transition Assistance Office, Army Conti...
- + Koudelka appointed DAG - Air; Pippy appointed DJS—Brig. Gen. Terrence Koudelka Jr. has been appointed deputy adjutant general - Air of the Pennsylvania National Guard, and Brig. Gen. John Pippy has be...
- + Something Special: Jackson hosts 54th Summer Games—It was the 54th time the post was home to the games, and it was blasted into the atmosphere the moment the first Special Olympians from Area 1 set foo...
- + Making RAB better, faster, lighter through Hercules Innovation Lab—Some people might think innovating involves complex processes and knowledge beyond their scope, when the reality is anyone can innovate at any level. ...
- + 588th Brigade Engineer Battalion Change of Command Ceremony—DRAWSKO COMBAT TRAINING CENTER, Poland - The 588th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division from Ft. Carson,...
- + Women's History Month: Celebrating Women's Influence on Military Medicine—FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md.- In honor of Women's History Month and Doctor's Day, we delve into the remarkable journey of U.S. Army Lt. Col. Stacey McCli...
- + ASAP/SHARP Prevention 5K Color Runs held throughout Bavaria—U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria’s Army Substance Abuse Program and the Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention programs hosted four Prevention 5K...
- + MSCoE, Fort Leonard Wood welcomes senior civilian at SES induction ceremony—The Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood welcomed its new Deputy to the Commanding General, Douglas Babb, during a Senior Execu...
- + Corps of Engineers increase Center Hill Dam water releases—NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 16, 2024) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District has increased controlled spillway gate water release operations ...
- + New firehouse dormitory opens at Hohenfels—In a step to increase the community’s emergency readiness, leaders from U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria leadership recently opened the new firehouse quarte...
- + 31st Fighter Wing wraps up Exercise Astral Knight 24—The 31st Fighter Wing, along with other personnel from the U.S, Estonian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish and Royal Air Forces, implemented agile combat e...
- + Unleashed from Duty: MWD Azir digs into retirement—Following two years of faithful service to the U.S. Air Force and about 1,650 mission hours, Military Working Dog Azir retired from duty on April 26, ...
- + USS Mount Whitney Departs Gaeta, Italy—The Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) departed Gaeta, Italy, May 14, 2024, to conduct routine operations in the U.S...
- + USS Mount Whitney Departs Gaeta, Italy—The Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) departed Gaeta, Italy, May 14, 2024, to conduct routine operations in the U.S...
- + 23rd Munitions Squadron hosts combat munitions training—Airmen from Robins Air Force Base joined Airmen assigned to the 23rd Munitions Squadron to observe a combat munitions training at Moody AFB, May 14, 2...
- + ACC updates AMC leader on contracting priorities—Army Contracting Command leaders gathered to provide an acquisition update to the Army Materiel Command deputy commanding general and acting AMC comma...
- + Pa. DAG - Air retires after 42 1/2 years of service—Pennsylvania Deputy Adjutant General - Air Maj. Gen. Michael Regan Jr. retired after 42 1/2 years of service. [Author: Brad Rhen]
- + SpaceWERX completes Innovate to Accelerate workshop—SpaceWERX completed the capstone event for its inaugural Innovate to Accelerate (I2A) program at the SpaceWERX hub at the BR-DGE, in El Segundo, Calif...
- + 10th Mountain Division Soldiers earn ‘Ace’ status for counter-drone defense—Staff Sgt. Daniel Smith, Sgt. William Taroc, and Staff Sgt. Henry Davis, with 2nd Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1...
- + Team Rota: Santos Meza—Santos Meza is the command security manager for Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota, working out of the command headquarters building. He oversees security cl...
- + NSA Souda Bay Summer Safety Stand Down 2024—The Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay Safety Office in Crete, Greece, hosted a Summer Safety Stand Down event at the base softball field on May 1...
- + April 19, 2024 - Navy Reserve Navy Public Affairs Support Element Field Training Exercise—NORFOLK, VA - On a cool and cloudy spring morning, Sailors assigned to Navy Reserve Navy Public Affairs Support Element (NPASE) and Reserve U.S. Naval...
- + Military Working dogs, a force multiplier for ground troops—The handlers and dogs of the 1st Military Working Dog Regiment, British Army, from North London, successfully completed a familiarization flight aboar...
- + Photo Essay: Black Hawk training operations at Fort McCoy—An aircrew with the Wisconsin National Guard’s 1st Battalion, 147th Aviation Regiment operates a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter May 3, 2024, at Fort McCo...
- + 8th TSC leaders on campaigning, sustaining, protecting joint force in Indo-Pacific theater—The 8th Theater Sustainment Command commanding general and two of his subordinate commanders discussed how 8th TSC sustains and protects the joint for...
- + Joint Force Integration, Coalition Partnerships Key to US Success in Indo-Pacific—HONOLULU – A misconception in the Indo-Pacific is that the Army has no role in a theater named for two oceans. In fact, the Army's Indo-Pacific operat...
- + 3d Littoral Combat Team Wins 2024 U.S. Marine Corps Annual Rifle Squad Competition—MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, VA – A U.S. Marine rifle squad with 3d Littoral Combat Team, participated in the 2024 U.S. Marine Corps Annual Rifle Squad...
- + Preparedness and Collaboration: MRF-D 24.3 U.S. Marines, Sailors, PNGDF forge bonds and expertise in Papua New Guinea—In a display of international cooperation and readiness, U.S. Marines and Sailors with Marine Rotational Force – Darwin (MRF-D) 24.3 recently conclude...
- + USARPAC units establish ammunition supply activity during Salaknib and Balikatan 24—FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii – U.S. Army Pacific Command Soldiers assigned to 63rd Ordnance Company, 13th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 593rd Sustainm...
- + Brig. Gen. Brandi Peasley Speaks at FISH Armed Forces Day—GARDNER, Kansas – The 451st Expeditionary Sustainment Command, Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Brandi Peasley, spoke was a keynote speaker at an Armed ...
- + Ambassador Emanuel, U.S. Navy and JMSDF leaders bid farewell to USS Ronald Reagan after 9 years as FDNF-Japan carrier—The U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel, Japanese Government officials and leaders from the U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) ...
- + 3rd MLR Concludes Balikatan 24, Transitions to ACDC—SUBIC BAY, PHILIPPINES – 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment concluded their participation in the 39th iteration of Balikatan, an annual exercise between the...
- + 94th AAMDC Command Team Highlights Importance of Theater Posture at LANPAC 2024—HONOLULU – The 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command (AAMDC) command team spoke at the Commander’s Corner to highlight the importance of theater p...
- + WCAP Soldier-Athlete Sgt. 1st Class Joss aims to medal at Paralympics—Sgt. 1st Class John Wayne Joss III, a Soldier-Athlete with the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program, finished second in the R6 50m Rifle Prone SH1 du...
- + Q&A: What To Know as New TRICARE Contracts Begin in 2025—New TRICARE managed care support contracts, known as T-5, will start on Jan. 1, 2025. The new contracts will improve health care delivery, quality, an...
- + MCLBB's Military Working Dog Section—The Military Working Dog section at Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow, California, named the kennels after Sgt. Adam Cann, a marine who lost his lif...
- + STEM Design Challenge Students Create Autonomous Solutions to Monitor Water Quality, Environment—For the third year in a row, science students and teachers from Monterey County high schools came together to brainstorm local solutions to real-world...
- + AANHPI Represents at the Commissary—Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow highlights the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islanders who work at the commissary. [Author: Vanessa Schel...
- + Opportunities Outpace Challenges in the Indo-Pacific—In an era of geopolitical competition and evolving security challenges, the Indo-Pacific region remains a focal point of global strategic importance. ...
- + Cannon AFB, Melrose range, and surrounding community designated ‘Eastern New Mexico Sentinel Landscape’—A first for New Mexico -- Cannon Air Force Base, Melrose Air Force Range, and 2.4 million surrounding acres of land have been designated a sentinel la...
- + NSWCPD’s Dr. E. Michael Golda Receives ASNE Harold E. Saunders Award for Lifetime Achievement—Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Dr. E. Michael Golda received the Harold E. Saunders Award...
- + 1AD artillery Soldier wins prestigious Gruber Award—FORT BLISS, Texas – Every year, Soldiers within the field artillery community are nominated by their commands for the Edmund L. Gruber Award to recogn...
- + Community recognizes top enlisted members—Fort Carson Soldiers claimed two of the three outstanding enlisted member awards at the Colorado Springs Chamber and Economic Development Corporation ...
- + Group Therapy Provides Mental Health Support to Work Through Challenges—Mental health is health, and evidence-based group therapy is one effective tool for service members to get treatment for a mental health challenge. G...
- + ‘Intelligent’ Locker Expansion at NAS Pensacola Opens Mail Service to Barracks Residents—An expansion of “intelligent” lockers at Naval Air Station Pensacola’s consolidated mail facility has opened personal mail service for service members...
- + NY Army Guard says farewell to 100-year old National Guard veteran of Pacific War—WATERFORD, New York --A hundred-year old New York National Guard, World War II veteran, who survived the bloody Battle of Saipan in 1944, was honored ...
- + May is Mental Health Awareness Month—Tinker Air Base recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month 2024 throughout the month of May. MHAM is an annual themed event which builds awareness and e...
- + Army Reserve division hosts event for deploying Soldiers at nation’s capital—WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Army Reserve’s 99th Readiness Division hosted a Yellow Ribbon event May 3-5 at The Westin Washington DC Downtown Hotel for...
- + Military Health Experts Warn about Potentially Life-Threatening Meat Allergy from Tick Bite—The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that more than 500,000 people in the U.S. have a serious allergic condition called alpha-gal ...
- + Busting drones, 1st Cavalry Division trains for the modern-day battlefield in Europe—BOLESLAWIEC, Poland – Picking up the Dronebuster, Spc. Edgar Galvan peers out into the open field waiting for the instructors to fly a practice drone....
- + NUWC Division Newport employee wins 2024 Business Women Award from Providence Business News—Shelley McInnis, a Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport employee in the Undersea Warfare (USW) Combat Systems Department, has won a 2...
- + Capturing the legacy: A historian’s journey of service, dedication—The base historian’s mission is to document the present while preserving the past. With a keen eye for detail and a steadfast dedication to her craft,...
- + Mental Health Awareness Month: You are not alone; reach out for help—This year marks the 75th anniversary of Mental Health Awareness Month, observed during May and established in 1949 to increase awareness of the import...
- + Dyess Airmen recognized for Max Endurance Operation—In recognition of their extraordinary achievement during a historic Max Endurance Operation (MEO), 19 Dyess personnel were awarded Aerial Achievement ...
- + DSCA Director Jim Hursch visits the Republic of Korea.—May 14-15, 2024, DSCA Director Jim Hursch visited the Republic of Korea (ROK) to meet with U.S. and partner nation senior leaders and Korean defense i...
- + Valued Volunteers: NIWC Pacific Employees Win DoD STEM Prize for RoboSub Service—A team of employees at Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific recently won the Department of Defense (DoD) STEM Advocate of the Quarter award...
- + Tinker base housing a hidden gem—Tinker Air Force Base homes ensure families living on base enjoy high quality living standards through a combination of strategic partnerships and rob...
- + Huntsville Center, AAMU partnership enhances students’ opportunities—A “refreshed” partnership agreement with the University’s Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, originally established in 2003, provides a c...
- + Fort Sill celebrates leadership program graduation with enhanced networking and mentorship opportunities—The program began in October 2023 and consisted of two tracks: the junior and senior leader programs, graduating eight and 34 participants, respective...
- + 127 PACT Sailors Select Ratings at CDS Europe—One-hundred and twenty-seven Professional Apprenticeship Career Track Sailors selected their rating during Career Development Symposium events at Nava...
- + NASCAR, Charlotte Motor Speedway visits MCRD Parris Island—NASCAR driver Christopher Buescher, FOX NASCAR reporter Josh Sims, and Charlotte Motor Speedway general manager Greg Walter visited Marine Corps Recru...
- + USAFE-AFAFRICA announces 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2023—U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa proudly unveiled the names of their 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2023 in a ceremony held at Ram...
- + Pride of the Pack: A1C Andrew Petefish—Airman 1st Class Andrew Petefish, 35th Fighter Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, was selected as Kunsan Air Base’s Pride of the Pack for the w...
- + Armed Forces of the Philippines, U.S. Marines conduct bilateral training—FORT BONIFACIO, MANILA, Philippines – The Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Marine Corps will conduct bilateral training and subject matter...
- + U.S., French Signal leaders establish ICG partnership—Leadership from 2d Theater Signal Brigade and French Army CIS and Cyber Support Brigade establish an Interoperability Cooperation Group between the tw...
- + First 35th Fighter Wing Change of Responsibility—Today marked a significant milestone as the 35th Fighter Wing conducted its inaugural Change of Responsibility ceremony. Chief Master Sgt. David Najer...
- + USAG Rheinland-Pfalz BOSS Program Celebrates Single Soldier Day—U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz’s Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) program held a Single Soldier Day at Minick Field and the Hall of...
- + Combined Maritime Forces Support Joint Maritime Information Center—MANAMA, Bahrain – Combined Maritime Forces is supporting the Joint Maritime Information Center, a recently established organization that distributes t...
- + Soldiers experience cultural immersion during Buddha’s Birthday parade—The U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys Education Center provided an opportunity for 36 Soldiers, including those from the Better Opportunities for Single So...
- + Rashawn Boykin Has Returned to the U.S. After Being Deployed to a Forward Operating Base—Forest Park, GA native, [Civilian] Rashawn Boykin has returned to the U.S. after being deployed overseas at a forward operating base to serve in sup...
- + 18th MEDCOM Commanding General at LANPAC 24: Remote robotic surgeries to save lives on future battlefields?—Army Medicine in the complex Indo-Pacific region presents unique challenges to Joint U.S. forces. [Author: Sgt. 1st Class Timothy Hughes]
- + 9th MSC's Vital Role in Pacific Theater Highlighted at LANPAC Symposium—Brigadier General Siekman showcased the 9th Mission Support Command's pivotal role in the Pacific Theater at the LANPAC Symposium. Addressing leaders ...
- + Independence Brigade Prepares for JMTG—FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. – Col. Stuart James, the First Army Senior Regular Army Advisor to the Pennsylvania National Guard, instructed the Headquarte...
- + Eighth Army senior leaders discuss building readiness across the Pacific—Eighth Army and 2nd Infantry Division, ROK/U.S. Combined Division, leadership spoke at this year's Association of the United States Army Land Forces P...
- + Patrol Squadron 4 Flies Task Force 72, Undersea Commanders—YOKOSUKA, Japan — Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 embarked commanders of Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Submarine Forces, U.S. Submarine Group 7, an...
- + Streamlining the PCS household goods moving process: GHC leading the way—The Department of Defense has prioritized the well-being of its service members and their Families by implementing significant improvements to the per...
- + The TITAN arena initiative: HPT prioritizes pilot health—LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Arizona – Effectively operating a Fourth or Fifth-Generation fighter jet requires the human body to surpass extraordinary physica...
- + USARPAC commander kicks off largest Indo-Pacific landpower conference—HONOLULU – Gen. Charles Flynn revealed how the Army integrates the joint force for multi-domain operations in opening remarks delivered Tuesday at the...
- + AMC deputy commanding general focuses on continuous transformation—FORT GREGG-ADAMS, Va. – As the Army continues to focus on delivering ready combat formations, Army sustainment enterprise leaders gathered here May 7-...
- + Leadership Vacaville Program members tour Travis AFB—Members of the Leadership Vacaville Program visited the base for a mission brief and tour to gain a better understanding of the Travis AFB mission May...
- + Mental Health is Health: BJACH providers take a holistic approach—FORT JOHNSON, La. — May is Mental Health Awareness Month. At Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital, providers from a variety of disciplines take a holis...
- + 1st Inf. Div. Museum Opens—FORT RILEY, Kansas – Soldiers and community members of the Big Red One and Fort Riley conducted a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open the 1st I...
- + Fleet Forces Commander Cuts Ribbon on Hefti LVC Operation Center—More than 250 friends, family, guests, military and local leaders were in attendance during a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Hefti Global Virtual, Li...
- + NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY MID-SOUTH TO SECURE TRAFFIC FOR THE NAVY TEN NAUTICAL MILER RACE—All traffic will be secured onboard NSA Mid-South on Sunday June 2, 2024, 0530 – 0900. [Author: Kendra Lawler]
- + AMC earns Army Small Business Awards—For the second year in a row, the AMC organization swept four of the five same categories in the annual Army Small Business Awards Program, earning to...
- + Soldiers, Airmen validate capabilities for nuclear forensics mission during exercise in Mississippi—JACKSON, Miss. – U.S. military units trained for domestic nuclear forensics missions with interagency partners during Exercise Prominent Hunt in Jacks...
- + Faces of TRADEWINDS: Religious Affairs Specialist offers spiritual sustainment support amidst rigorous training—U.S. Army Spc. Moesha Chandler, a religious affairs specialist with the 731st Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, offers an avenue of support for tr...
- + Fuerzas Comando 24—Fuerzas Comando 24 takes place in Panama May 13-24. FC24 is a Special Operations Force skill competition to earn the title of the country with the “be...
- + JBER conducts Operation Clean Sweep—JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — During the week of May 6-10, 2024, units across Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson participated in Operation Cl...
- + Mental Health and the Military Child—May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which is observed annually to provide resources to those in need of help, and to recognize how mental health aff...
- + TRICARE Extends and Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Florida due to Storm Damage—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE has expanded the number of Florida counties in which TRICARE beneficiaries m...
- + Moody, Community celebrate Dr. Lucy Greene—MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. – Team Moody and the local community had the honor of unveiling a portrait of Dr. Lucy Greene, Moody Support Committee co-fo...
- + Back in the BUFF: Innovative training effort brings B-52 veteran back into the cockpit—An innovative training program at the B-52 Formal Training Unit brought a former pilot on a sortie for the first time in 28 year. [Author: Senior Mast...
- + From Adversity to Victory: Colonel Gregory D. Gadson's Unwavering Faith Inspires Soldiers in Recovery—Soldiers and staff gathered with a sense of anticipation in the halls of the Soldier Recovery Unit (SRU), where the air was thick with both the echoes...
- + Rear Admiral Tracy Hines Concludes EEV at COSI Science Festival—Rear Adm. Tracy Hines, Deputy Director, Information Warfare, Space Command, completed an Executive Engagement Visit (EEV), in her hometown of Columbus...
- + Acquisition Instructor Course open for nominations—Nominations are open now through July 26 for Class 25A of the Department of the Air Force Acquisition Instructor Course. Class 25A will run Jan. 6 to ...
- + Navy advances development of Air Force’s new Joint Simulation Environment—Navy engineers successfully installed core software in the Air Force’s future Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) facility at Nellis Air Force Base in ...
- + 3rd Munitions squadron honored at Air Force level—The 3rd Munitions Squadron, assigned to the 3rd Wing, earned the prestigious Maintenance Effectiveness Award for the Pacific Air Forces and recently t...
- + New clinic expands physical therapy services for Marines, Sailors on Lejeune—A new clinic is increasing physical therapy options for Marines and Sailors on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Rather than defer physical therapy (PT)...
- + ‘Inspirational leader’ awarded for work in youth sports and Teen Center—Tynieka Thomas started out in 2020 as the installation’s Youth Sports and Fitness Director, but quickly had even more influence on young people’s live...
- + ‘We are all in this together’: JMC’s commander welcomes new senior leaders—Incoming commanders of the Joint Munitions Command’s subordinate installations recently attended a Pre-Command Orientation. The three-day event took p...
- + Combined Maritime Forces Expands to 45 Nations with Addition of Lebanon, Albania—MANAMA, Bahrain -- Combined Maritime Forces welcomed Lebanon and Albania on May 9 as the 44th and 45th members of the world's largest maritime securit...
- + USACE Work Plan Boosts Lakes Erie and Ontario Navigation by $17.6 Million—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District received a total of $17.6 million in the Fiscal Year 2024 Work Plan for Army Civil Works to bolster...
- + NAVFAC Washington Strengthens Connections during PWD Day at NSA Bethesda—NAVFAC Washington leadership recently visited Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bethesda for a Public Works Department (PWD) Day to focus on strengthening ...
- + CARAT Indonesia Celebrates 75 Years of Diplomatic Relations Between U.S., Indonesia—Bandar Lampung, INDONESIA May 13, 2024 – The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps began Exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia 202...
- + 435th CRE partner with Hungarian forces during Swift Response 24—U.S. Air Force 435th Contingency Response Element (CRE) recently participated in Swift Response 24. This multinational exercise involves over 13,000 p...
- + So You Want To Be an Airman—ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam – U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Robert Simms, fuels knowledge operator with the 36th Logistics Readiness Squadron, writes a ...
- + Landmark hospital materiel pull for DEFENDER 24—U.S. Army Soldiers arrived at Army Prepositioned Stock-2 (APS-2) Dülmen for a landmark 32-bed field hospital pull for transport to Baumholder, Germany...
- + U.S. Forces Korea Commemorates Law Day in Yongsan—Yongsan, Korea - U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) marked a significant day of commemoration as it celebrated Law Day with solemnity and reverence May 10, 2024...
- + DAISY Awards Honor Nurses at U.S. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay—GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (May 10, 2024) - Nurses at U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay were celebrated for their exceptional care and compassion during a ...
- + National Guard expands childcare pilot program—Army Guardsmen in 20 states now can access drill weekend childcare after the National Guard’s most senior leader signed an agreement with public partn...
- + Fort Hamilton Presents Good Neighbor Awards at Reception Event—Military personnel, civilians, community leaders and friends of the garrison community gathered May 11 for the U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton's Summ...
- + U.S. Army provides legal training to Papua New Guinea Defence Force officers—Fort Shafter, Hawaii – A U.S. Army national security law attorney conducted Defense Institute of International Legal Studies training with Papua New G...
- + Embarked International Staff Program: Solidifying our Southern Partnerships—Over 20 officers from nations that operate in SOUTHCOM’s area of responsibility, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Trinidad and Toba...
- + USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93) Awarded Navy Battle “E” Excellence Award during Change of Command Ceremony—SAN DIEGO – Cmdr. Peter C. Schunk relieved Cmdr. Kevin M. Schaeffer as commanding officer of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Ho...
- + I Am Navy Medicine – and Nurse Corps – Lt. j.g. Hannah Phillips assigned to NHB/NMRTC Bremerton—By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton -- For Lt. j.g. Hannah Phillips, managing the recognition for National Nurses Week and the Navy Nurse Corps bi...
- + The Army Delivers SRR UAS to the First Transformation in Contact Brigade Combat Team—The Army’s Project Management Office for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (PM UAS) successfully delivered and completed new equipment training for the Short ...
- + Military Working Equines retire in ceremony at Fort Sill—As has become tradition, the Field Artillery Half-Section named two of its Military Working Equines after the two former commanding generals of the Fi...
- + The 1st Infantry Division Participates in Austere Challenge 24—FORT RILEY, Kansas—From March 1 to March 15, 2024, 1st Inf. Div. Soldiers participated in a global multinational exercise that enhanced their warfight...
- + Chicago Polish Constitution Day parade honors U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers—U.S. Army Reserve Capt. Matthew Wisniewski and Master Sgt. Brad Tomasheski, 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, along with the 85th USARSC color g...
- + TRICARE Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers to 1 Additional Tennessee County due to Storm Damage—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Sumner County, Tennessee, may receive emergency prescriptio...
- + TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for 12 Florida Counties due to Storm Damage—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 12 Florida counties may receive emergency prescription refi...
- + Holocaust Remembrance Day at Hill AFB—Team Hill gathered May 6 for a Holocaust Remembrance Day luncheon as part of the nationwide Days of Remembrance. This annual event commemorates the Ho...
- + Shattering the Glass Ceiling at Mach 2.5—When someone says fighter pilot…what do you picture? Perhaps a mustached doppelganger of Val Kilmer and Tom Cruise clad in aviator sunglasses strutti...
- + Keesler hosts annual SOMS Summer Games—Keesler welcomed athletes participating in the annual Special Olympics Mississippi Summer Games, May 10-12. [Author: Senior Airman Elizabeth Davis]
- + 457th Fighter Squadron welcomes new commander—457th Fighter Squadron members welcomed Lt. Col. David E. Zeytoonjian as their new commander during a change of command ceremony on May 4, 2024, at U....
- + 2-285th Aviation Regiment Conducts Aerial Gunnery—Pilots and Crew Chiefs of UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters out of C-Company, 2-285th Aviation Regiment, conduct aerial gunnery training with M240B machine ...
- + Bradley Crew Finishes First—Troopers from the 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, recently finished in first place in the...
- + Baton Rouge Homeschool Student Gets Appointment to West Point—BATON ROUGE, La. — Homeschooled Senior and Civil Air Patrol Cadet, Thomas Watkins receives an official appointment to the United States Military Acade...
- + Civilian employers observe 166th Regiment training, facilities—FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. - U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 166th Regiment - Regional Training Institute participated in a Pennsylvania Employer Support ...
- + From Theory to Battlefield: 944th FW Tactical Training Redefines Air Force Combat Readiness—As the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force unveil comprehensive changes to maintain superiority in the era of Great Power Competition, the 944th Fight...
- + MDSU-1 Awarded Humanitarian Service Medal and Hawaii National State Active Duty Ribbon—The Hawaii Army National Guard presented awards May 1, to Sailors assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit ONE (MDSU-1) for their response to the wi...
- + Navy and Marine Corps Force Health Protection Command Leads the Way in Recruiting the Future of Navy Medicine Through STEM Event at the Tidewater Integrated Combat Symposium—HAMPTON, Va. (AP) — At the forefront of educational outreach, the Navy and Marine Corps Force Health Protection Command (NMCFHPC) participated in the ...
- + 459th ARW Warrior Spotlight for May 2024—Technical Sgt. Kenneth James is the 459th Air Refueling Wing Warrior of the Month for May 2024. [Author: Lt. Col. Timothy Smith]
- + 194th Tank Battalion Holds Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony for the Battle of Bataan—The 194th Tank Battalion holds an annual wreath laying memorial ceremony for the Battle of Bataan Peninsula in the Philippines during World War Two at...
- + Walter Reed Celebrate Nurses with Facility Dog Therapy Painting Event—In a week-long celebration of events, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center brought together nurses and Walter Reed facility dogs in a heartwar...
- + WSP ARG and 24th MEU Complete Joint Force’s Most Complex Training—The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) (WSP ARG-24th MEU) completed Composite Training Unit Exercise ...
- + Tinker's 552nd Air Control Wing hosts women's outreach summit—The 552nd Air Control Wing’s Women’s Initiative Team hosted Tinker Air Force Base’s first women’s summit Sep. 26 at the Oklahoma Hall of Fame to promo...
- + IWTC San Diego Hosts Bi-Annual International Maritime Intelligence Course—SAN DIEGO – Thirteen foreign officers from seven different countries participated in the International Maritime Intelligence Course (IMIC) at Informat...
- + Fort McCoy Garrison leadership holds second town hall meeting for workforce members for 2024—Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger and other members of the garrison leadership team held a town hall session with the installation ...
- + Command Sergeant Major John Bamba: Reflections on military service, professional excellence, and heritage—Command Sgt. Maj. Bamba reflects on his decision to join the Army right after graduating high school, what professional and academic excellence means ...
- + Tinker Air Force Base launches Tinker Mayors Group to enhance local partnership—The Tinker Air Force Base Mayors Group's inaugural meeting was held April 30 with a luncheon at the Vanwey Dining Facility. The program is designed to...
- + Iowa Army National Guard partners with Iowa High School Esports Association—The Iowa Army National Guard partnered with the Iowa High School Esports Association for fall, winter and spring competitions at the state level by pr...
- + MIRC conducts Soldier and NCO of the Year competition; An event by soldiers, for soldiers—The Military Intelligence Readiness Command (MIRC) conducted its annual Soldier and noncommissioned (NCO) of the Year competition April 10-15, 2024, a...
- + Cannon AFB hosts two ASIST resilience workshops—The Cannon Air Force Base Integrated Resilience Optimization Network (IRON) partnered with LivingWorks to bring two Applied Suicide Intervention Skill...
- + CARAT Indonesia Celebrates 75 Years of Diplomatic Relations Between U.S., Indonesia—BANDAR LAMPUNG, Indonesia – The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps began Exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia 2024 with the In...
- + NSWCPD’s Makayla Holt Receives Rosenblatt Young Naval Engineer Award—Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Guided Missile Frigate (FFG) 62 Auxiliary Systems Engineering Manager (SEM) Makayla Holt ...
- + Department of the Army announces new Fort Buchanan Deputy to the Garrison Commander—The United States Department of the Army recently officially appointed Puerto Rico native Ulises Marrero Díaz as Deputy to the Garrison Commander at F...
- + W.Va. Guard finishes runner-up for State Partnership Program of the Year—The West Virginia National Guard’s State Partnership Program with Peru won runner-up for the National Guard Bureau’s 2023 SPP Partnership of the Year ...
- + Civil Engineers Requirements Development Workshop 2024—The Civil Engineers Requirements Development Workshop returned for its sixth year April 23-25. Over 300 attendees gathered at the workshop from instal...
- + Photo Story: 2024 Fort McCoy Arbor Day Celebration—Fort McCoy community members plant trees May 1, 2024, during the 2024 Arbor Day Celebration at Fort McCoy, Wis. [Author: Scott Sturkol]
- + U.S. Coast Guardsman leads the charge against illegal fisheries at TRADEWINDS 24—Step into the world of Lt. Andrew Loeffler, where the battle against illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing isn't just a job—it's a missio...
- + Photo Story: May 2024 barracks construction operations at Fort McCoy, Part I—The construction area for a new $28.08 million barracks building is shown May 2, 2024, at Fort McCoy, Wis., as framing of the building continues to ta...
- + Opening ceremonies officially kick off Exercise Flintlock 24—ACCRA, GHANA –U.S. Special Operations Command Africa Deputy Commander, U.S. Army Col. Michael George, and SOCAFRICA Director of Operations U.S. Navy C...
- + MAY the FOURTH be WITH YOU! USAG Rheinland- Pfalz’s Star Wars celebration draws over 450 fans for 'May the 4th Strongcon' event—The Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare & Recreation (DFMWR), U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, hosted a ‘May the 4th Strongcon,’ Star Wars c...
- + Fort Buchanan High School Students participate in a career practicum program—Students, teachers, and community members gathered at the Antilles High School library to celebrate the successful completion of the 2024 career pract...
- + 521 CRS, 621 CRS participate in Exercise Storm Flag—Airmen from the 621st and 521st Contingency Response Squadrons participated in Exercise Storm Flag in Alexandria, Louisiana in support of the 10th Mou...
- + First international students graduate Fort Leonard Wood search and rescue course—Two Japanese firefighters are the first international students to graduate from the Fort Leonard Wood Homeland Defense Civil Support Office’s Urban Se...
- + USAG Bavaria celebrates partnership by raising maypole—U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Commander Col. Kevin A. Poole, together with distinguished guests, celebrated the raising of the maypole at the parade fiel...
- + JMC’s Gephart humbled by AMC Employee of the Quarter honor—JMC's Anne-Marie Gephart doesn’t expect to receive awards for her work, but it’s a nice surprise when she does. Gephart is one of 11 individuals acros...
- + Faces of TRADEWINDS: Medic Ryan Williams—In the heart of Paragon Army Base, Barbados, a collaborative spirit thrives as Barbados Regiment Reserves Cpl. Ryan Williams stands ready at the troop...
- + Bradenton Native Serves in the Middle East—Lt. Cmdr. Natasha Niemann, a native of Bradenton, Fl., is playing a critical role at Commander, Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT) and Commander, ...
- + Army reservist finds unlimited opportunity through service—AGADIR, Morocco – These are the types of adventures Sgt. Triston Cody envisioned when he enlisted in 2021 – traveling across the world and representin...
- + LRC Ansbach transportation specialist has two brothers who also serve in military logistics—Stephen Davis grew up a military brat. Following in his father’s footsteps, he and his two brothers all chose to serve in the military, too. Davis, wh...
- + Demoted: Sonic Therapy to unwind from the grind—How a four Green Berets use music to handle the rigors of working in a high tempo environment [Author: Sgt. 1st Class Tim Beery]
- + The 18th Communications Squadron hosted the INDO-PACOM LMR Strategy Summit—The 18th Communications Squadron hosted the INDO-PACOM Land Mobile Radio Strategy Summit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 9 – 11, 2024. [Author: Airma...
- + Neighboring cities invite Camp Zama to share in Japanese culture at giant kite festival—ZAMA, Japan – Two cities that border Camp Zama invited the installation’s leadership and its community to their giant kite festivals to experience and...
- + With its own building, Warrior Food Pantry no longer just a pantry—On May 6, 2024, the Warrior Food Pantry at Camp Humphreys reached a significant milestone as it opened its own dedicated building to serve military fa...
- + Arctic Care 2024 kicks off on Kodiak Island—U.S. service members from across the uniformed services traveled to Kodiak Island to participate in the Innovative Readiness Training event Arctic Car...
- + USS Ralph Johnson departs CFAY—The Arleigh-Burke class guided missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114) departed Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY), Japan May 3, 2024 f...
- + MV-22B Ospreys touch down in the top end for MRF-D 24.3—The rumble of U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys echoed across Port Darwin and Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Darwin as Marine Medium Tiltrotor ...
- + Yokota personnel keep Fussa beautiful in Beautification Event—Personnel assigned to Yokota Air Base and Japanese community members participated in a volunteer beautification and cleanup of the city of Fussa on Ma...
- + 8th TSC Soldier leads from path her mom helped pave—FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii – At 18 years old, when Theresa Christie was a freshman at the University of Texas in Austin, joining the service was the last th...
- + Best of the Best; 374th Communications Squadron Location Bravo wins Facility of the Year award—The 374th Communications Squadron Location Bravo at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni (MCAS), Japan was recently awarded the Defense Information System...
- + NWS Yorktown's Youth Center to host first ever STEM Event—NWS Yorktown's Youth Center will host a first ever STEM Event on Saturday, May 18th from 10am-12pm. The event is open to the public and military affil...
- + Coast Guard take measures against illegal, unregulated, unreported fishing at TRADEWINDS 24—Coast guardsmen from multiple nations assembled at Barbados Coast Guard Base Station Pelican to combat illegal, unregulated, unreported (IUU) fishing ...
- + A Dash of Home: U.S. Coast Guard culinary specialist supports crew with unique flavors—Today, aboard the USCGC Robert Yered (WPC01104), the galley is filled with anticipation as savory aromas fill through the air. On the menu? A delectab...
- + III Armored Corps Commanding General conducts battlefield circulation—Lt. Gen. Sean Bernabe, the Commanding General of III Armored Corps, conducted a battlefield circulation with the 75th Field Artillery Brigade at Fort ...
- + Thirteen nations participate in Obangame Express 2024 maritime interdiction training in Ghana—Over five days, 13 nations from across West Africa, Europe, and North America sent military delegations to collaborate, learn, and train together as p...
- + 15th MEU Faces: Sgt. Charles Gutierrez—PALAWAN, Philippines – As a young man from Cebu Island with a dream of joining the Philippine Air Force, Charles Gutierrez enrolled at the Philippine ...
- + Intensive Care and International Collaboration: Army Reserve nurse plays vital role in TRADEWINDS 24—Amidst the bustling activity of TRADEWINDS 24 (TW24), one figure stands out amidst the hustle of the multinational training exercise: U.S. Army Reserv...
- + Water purification is a ‘game changer’ in Tunisia at African Lion 2024—GABES, Tunisia – Perched between Algeria to the west and Libya to the southeast, most of Tunisia’s northern and eastern borders share a coastline with...
- + UMGC, NSA Bahrain Hold Commencement Recognizing College Graduates—In a collaboration between the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) and Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain, 36 college graduates from various...
- + 3rd LCT Demonstrates Interoperability During Largest Combined-Joint Live Fire Range of Balikatan 24—LA PAZ SAND DUNES, ILOCOS NORTE, PHILIPPINES – U.S. Marines with 3rd Littoral Combat Team, 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, and Phil...
- + Advancing Expeditionary Medical Care, One Team at a Time—The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group (WSP ARG) and embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are the first ARG-MEU to train with and employ En-Route Ca...
- + Advancing Expeditionary Medical Care, One Team at a Time—The Wasp Amphibious Ready Group (WSP ARG) and embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are the first ARG-MEU to train with and employ En-Route Ca...
- + Corps of Engineers Center Hill Dam to begin spillway gate water release operations Sunday—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District will begin controlled spillway gate water release operations for Center Hill Dam, in Lancaster Ten...
- + Steele, Gandy provide logistical support for Hawaii Wildfires USACE emergency responders—Karlton Gandy [also known as G], USACE Little Rock District, and Cliff Steele, USACE Savannah District, are on Maui for their second, two-month deploy...
- + Hokanson: Our nation’s investment in the National Guard comes at a pivotal moment—The National Guard is a dynamic operational force that is integral to the National Defense Strategy, the Guard’s most senior officer told lawmakers Ap...
- + Guard Bureau chief promotes partnerships at Defense Services Asia exhibition—Alliances and partnerships underscored the National Guard Bureau chief’s participation in one of the largest defense and homeland security events in A...
- + Cole: Well Trained, and Ready for Tasking—ATLANTIC OCEAN – The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) completed composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX), May 7. The ...
- + Vice Adm. Doug Perry, commander, U.S. Second Fleet and Joint Force Command Norfolk, embarked the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) May 7, 2024.—ATLANTIC OCEAN – Vice Adm. Doug Perry, commander, U.S. Second Fleet and Joint Force Command Norfolk, embarked the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LH...
- + US Army interpreter bridges cultures at African Lion 2024—BEN GHILOUF, Tunisia – The cultures of the United States and Tunisia differ significantly, from customs and signs of respect to social norms and taboo...
- + Navy Nurse Corps feted at NHB/NMRTC Bremerton—By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer - National Nurses Week at Naval Hospital/Navy Medicine Readiness Training Command Breme...
- + Seeing the full picture: SeaVision supports maritime domain awareness during Obangame Express 2024—One of the key drivers of the development and implementation of unique scenario events in the ongoing Obangame Express exercise in West and Central Af...
- + The 1st Cavalry Division assumes authority from the 3rd Infantry Division—The U.S. Army’s 3rd Infantry Division formally transferred authority for its mission in Eastern Europe to the 1st Cavalry Division during a ceremony, ...
- + Task Force Tiger pilot lands CASEVAC atop Swedish hospital—CW4 Mike Grego and a mixed crew of Army Reserve soldiers performed a CASEVAC mission to nearby Linkoping, Sweden, following an airborne operation by 1...
- + Carrier Strike Group 11 Changes Command—Rear Adm. Maximilian Clark relieved Rear Adm. Jennifer S. Couture as Commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 11, during a ceremony held at Naval Station...
- + Soldier Recalled to Active Duty, Sentenced to Prison for Sexual Abuse of a Child—A retired Soldier, recalled to active duty, was sentenced on Wednesday by a military judge to 108 months of confinement for the sexual abuse of a mino...
- + Travis AFB environmental shop protects natural resources and recycles waste—The 60th Civil Engineer Squadron environmental office ensures all units on Travis AFB comply with the myriad of environmental protection laws imposed ...
- + Team Hill, community partners exercise mass casualty response—It was a scene of organized chaos at the Base Operations Readiness Training Area on April 17, as units from the 75th Air Base Wing teamed with off-bas...
- + Vandenberg Theater Revival Celebrated with Coining Ceremony—The base theater at Vandenberg Space Force Base ceased regular movie screenings in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic; however, in 2023, U.S. Space ...
- + Ammo in the RPA World—Ammo country, a land not so far away full of munitions and multi-capable airmen. Without them, the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing couldn’t dr...
- + Beach nourishment efforts begin again as U.S. Army Corps of Engineers use BIL funds for Indiana Shoreline Protection Project.—The Indiana shoreline near Mount Baldy dune is receiving sand again this year to help counteract shoreline erosion. The design and construction superv...
- + Imaginations soar at Air Show STEM Day—Approximately 1,000 Craven County sixth graders attended the MCAS Cherry Point Air Show STEM Day, organized by the Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) ...
- + WBAMC observes Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM)—Throughout the month of April, William Beaumont Army Medical Center observed SAAPM through a series of events that created awareness and education on ...
- + 10th annual U.S.-Peru Army Staff Talks synchronize future engagements, promote continuous transformation—FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas – U.S. Army South hosted the 10th annual Peru-U.S. Army Staff Talks, May 9, at U.S. Army South Headquarters where delegations...
- + What being a mom means to me: A conversation with Senior Master Sgt. Allita Ramos—“My Airmen have taught me patience, and that patience has taught me how to better connect with my kids,” said Ramos. “They help me to see my full pote...
- + 60th APS assesses new Autonomous K-loader—The 60th Aerial Port Squadron located at Travis Air Force Base performed an assessment on the newly acquired Autonomous K-loader May 6-10, 2024. [Auth...
- + Community Action for Veterans and 903rd ICTC Host Operation Chow Line—NEW CENTURY, Kansas -- The 903rd Inland Cargo Transportation Company (ICTC) and the Community Action for Veterans (CAV) held a resource fair called Op...
- + Exploring Team Tyndall: Military spouses—Team Tyndall is characterized by various groups of people, active-duty military personnel, friends, significant others, contractors and many more, all...
- + National Guard Bureau’s Region Il Best Warrior Winners Announced—After four days of competition, Spc. Carter Cooper and Staff Sgt. Alexander Wilkinson-Johnson were named the National Guard Bureau’s Region Il Best Wa...
- + MAHC Soldier earns coveted German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge—FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas – A Munson Army Health Center Soldier was among 48 United States and International Service Members on Fort Leavenworth to ear...
- + Fort Leavenworth Hall of Fame gains two inductees—Two new shadow boxes featuring the latest Fort Leavenworth Hall of Fame inductees were unveiled May 9, 2024, during a ceremony at the Lewis and Clark ...
- + Support Behind the Scenes—Through thick and thin, a military spouse stands tall, embodying unwavering love and resilience. When Tom Grebe, SrA Olivia Bithells spouse, pledged '...
- + NPS Concludes 21st Acquisition Research Symposium With Call to Action—The 21st annual NPS Acquisition Research Symposium wrapped up on May 9 with an agenda featuring Assistant Secretary of Defense for Acquisition Cara Ab...
- + Pacific Air Forces hosts Royal Thai Air Force for Mutual Cooperation Program—Pacific Air Forces hosted members from the Royal Thai Air Force for the Mutual Cooperation Program, May 7 through 10. [Author: Tech. Sgt. Hailey Haux]
- + Cannon’s 27th Special Operations Medical Group receives accreditation from The Joint Commission—The 27th Special Operations Medical Group recently joined the likes of gold-star health care programs worldwide in both ambulatory health care and pri...
- + St. Paul District attends the DaVinci Fest, highlights island building and mussels—The St. Paul District participated in Stillwater High School’s DaVinci Fest, an annual celebration of art and science in January. It was an opportunit...
- + Walter Reed Bethesda Observes Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust—Walter Reed National Military Medical Center hosted a solemn candlelight ceremony in observance of Holocaust Days of Remembrance on May 9 in Memorial ...
- + Cadet seeks to inspire high school students—Three years ago, Cadet 2nd Class Kelsey Monaghan-Bergson chose to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy after she decided to pursue a military career and ...
- + Major work completed at Lock and Dam 2—There is major work happening at Lock and Dam 2 in Hastings, Minnesota. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, performs rehabilitative w...
- + Marine Corps Coaches Workshop ‘24 Gives Coaches an Inside Look at Marine Officer Training—Marine Corps Recruiting Command hosted its annual Coaches Workshop from May 6 to 10, 2024. Coaches from colleges and universities nationwide attended ...
- + Cadet capstone centers on robotic swarming—Three cadets carefully observe their drone swarm’s flying patterns in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The three drones are cade...
- + Submarine Group Ten Welcomes New Commander—Rear Adm. Thomas R. “TR” Buchanan relinquished command of Submarine Group Ten to Rear Adm. Robert E. “Bob” Wirth during a change of command ceremony a...
- + Staff in the Spotlight – Angie VanHook and Yessica Osorio—Meet Angie VanHook and Yessica Osorio, our two newest Navy ombudsmen at Recruit Training Command (RTC), the Navy’s only boot camp. [Author: Marc Linds...
- + Dive training enhances the skills of allied and partner nations during TRADEWINDS 24—Qualified divers from participating regional forces in TRADEWINDS 24 underwent a training exercise approximately 300 meters off the Barbados Coast Gua...
- + Liaison team address cadet parents' questions—When parents of cadets have a question, they can find the answer with the U.S. Air Force Academy Parent Liaison Team. The two-member team, part of the...
- + Breaking Barriers: Navy Launches Virtual Clinical Counseling Services Worldwide—In an incredible initiative aimed at enhancing mental health support for Sailors and their families, Commander, Navy Installation Command’s (CNIC) Fle...
- + Cadet Wing kicks off Sexual Assault Awareness Month—Sexual Assault Prevention and Response staff and teal ropes helped the Cadet Wing kick off Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month at Mitchell H...
- + Star wrestler shows how athletics produces leaders—Cadet 1st Class Sam Wolf’s wrestling teammates often tell each other to work hard in all aspects of life, and each endeavor will “meet at the top.” Wo...
- + Chief of Naval Operations Inducted into Medill Hall of Achievement at Northwestern University—EVANSTON, Ill. (May 9, 2024) - Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti was one of seven alumni who were inducted into the 2024 Medill School of...
- + Out-of-this-world fun with Physics and Astronomy Club—U.S. Air Force Academy cadets can pursue their passions through numerous clubs representing multiple interests. One example of club life at the Academ...
- + Leaders are Learners at the USACE Nashville District—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District held training for operations professionals at the Regional Training Institute in Smyrna, Tennessee...
- + Drumming Up Harmony Across Continents—For aspiring Navy musicians and his younger self alike, he encourages slowing down, savoring each moment, and embracing the role of a musical ambassad...
- + Are you part of the Fort Liberty 10%?—Be part of the 10% to help your ‘Family away from Family’ overcome their financial troubles. With your contribution, the 10% will continue to grow and...
- + State's last surviving Tuskegee Airman visits Academy for ceremony—Colorado’s lone surviving documented original Tuskegee Airman returned with other family members of the famed African American aviators to help rededi...
- + Dover reservists host 4th Air Force leaders' visit—The 512th Airlift Wing hosted 4th Air Force leadership for an official visit May 4-5, 2024, at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. [Author: Senior Airman ...
- + Brothers forge paths of Academy excellence—Cadet 4th Class Dylan Schuch considers his older brother his most effective college recruiter. Dylan, or ‘li’l Schuch’ as his brother’s friends affect...
- + Peak water levels at Corps of Engineers projects in the Cumberland River Basin expected today and tomorrow—NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 9, 2024) – After heavy rains blanketed middle Tennessee Wednesday night and into Thursday morning, the U.S. Army Corps of Engine...
- + Army Colonel reflects on how youth spent at Boys and Girls Club inspires life of service—Col. John S. Chu, executive officer to the Commanding General of U.S. Army Installation Mangement Command, credits the Boys and Girls Club for changin...
- + NRL Selected to Lead Critical Science Mission on Wildfires and Smoke—NLR meteorologist, David A. Peterson, Ph.D., has been selected by NASA to lead the PYRocumulonimbus (pyroCb) EXperiment (PYREX) -- a large airborne-ba...
- + Brig. Gen. Curtis King updates air defense artillery state-of-the-branch at 2024 Fires Symposium—FORT SILL, Oklahoma— Keynote speaker, Brig. Gen. Curtis King, 45th Chief and Commandant of the Air Defense Artillery School, gave a compelling State-o...
- + Wisconsin National Guard Soldier and Arkansas Alpha Team win the 53rd Winston P. Wilson Small Arms Championship—Sgt. 1st Class Brandon Swanson of Wisconsin National Guard won the title of 53rd Winston P. Wilson Small Arms Champion at the 2024 Winston P. Wilson R...
- + US Army Brig. Gen. John LeBlanc honors fallen troops at North Africa American Cemetery in Tunisia—TUNIS, Tunisia — U.S. Army Brig. Gen. John LeBlanc visited the North Africa American Cemetery and Memorial in Tunis on May 7, 2024, reflecting on the ...
- + Building community: Asian American, Pacific Islanders group provides support, mentorship—WASHINGTON — Several years ago, Maj. Kate Alegado, a first-generation Filipino American, was searching for a group that understood her and could advoc...
- + Grueling Norwegian Foot March draws 200 challengers—Over 200 military members and civilians gathered before sunrise April 6 to participate in the Norwegian Foot March at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base,...
- + Alaska National Guard kicks off initial phase of Kodiak Arctic Care ‘24—Alaska National Guardsmen from the 176th Wing and the 207th Aviation Troop Command, based out of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, kicked off the initi...
- + Army nurse finds calling in emergency medicine—WASHINGTON — Less than two weeks ago, Capt. Michael Johnson, an Army nurse, was on his way to work at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, T...
- + First Sergeant Symposium shapes future shirts—Team Moody’s First Sergeant’s Council held the bi-annual First Sergeant Symposium at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, May 6-10, 2024. [Author: Airman 1s...
- + Connecticut Guardsman overcomes adversity, finds success with military career—Connecticut Army National Guard Spc. Donovan Rampassard describes his experience losing 45 pounds to enlist, how he overcame a near fatal throat infec...
- + Le Mars Gehlen Catholic 4th graders tour 185th—Students from the Le Mars, Iowa Gehlen Catholic 4th Grade class toured the Iowa Air National Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing this week. [Author: Seni...
- + Youth Fishing Derby nurtures community bonds and young anglers—More than 150 youths aged 2-15 registered in Fort Hunter Liggett’s (FHL) 22nd Annual Youth Fishing Derby at the Del Venturi Reservoir, April 27, 2024....
- + Admissions events draw almost 200 hopeful future cadets—U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo. – Almost 200 prospective cadets visited the U.S. Air Force Academy during six Class of 2028 admissions events in April. ...
- + CRDAMC doctor and nurse are night shift heroes delivering baby in hospital parking lot—FORT CAVAZOS, Texas - In the early hours of the morning, a unique drama unfolded in the quiet of the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center labor and del...
- + CRDAMC receives an ‘A’ safety grade from the Leapfrog Group—FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – The Leapfrog Group, an independent, nationwide non-profit that seeks to improve the safety and quality of U.S. health care, awar...
- + A Day of Discovery as Audie Murphy Middle School students visit Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center—FORT CAVAZOS, Texas –Eighth graders from Audie Murphy Middle School embarked on a transformative journey to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center 3 ...
- + Cadets plan Academy's first Bike to Work Day—U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo. – Fewer vehicles traveled on installation roads during the morning commute as bicyclists chose another transportation mo...
- + NY Army Guard hosts state-spanning regional Best Warrior competition—NEW YORK, New York--The northeast region Best Warrior Competition, being hosted by the New York Army National Guard from May 13 to May 17, will be hel...
- + NAVFAC Pacific Awards Two Contracts Totaling $24 Million for Air Force Squadron Facilities in Australia—JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Pacific awarded two firm-fixed price contracts totaling...
- + 8th TSC hosts Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony—JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii – The 8th Theater Sustainment Command honored Holocaust Remembrance Day with a joint observance at the Aloha Je...
- + Retiring? Get Answers to Your TRICARE Questions at May 23 Webinar—Are you or your sponsor approaching retirement from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve? On Thursday, May 23, from 4 to 5 p.m. ET, TRICARE is...
- + 1-14th Field Artillery deploys to Europe—The 1st Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment deployed to Europe Thursday, May 2, from Lawton Fort Sill Regional Airport to participate in Exercise...
- + Wisconsin Airmen hone combat lifesaving skills—Airmen assigned to the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 115th Fighter Wing engaged in the Tactical Combat Casualty Care - Combat Life Savers Course (TCC...
- + Medical Lake and Cheney School Districts win Purple Star Awards—Medical Lake and Cheney School Districts received a Purple Star School designation, April 5, 2024. The Washington State Legislature approved the Pu...
- + 555TH ENGINEER BRIGADE “TRIPLE NICKEL” HOSTS CHANGE OF RESPONSIBILITY FROM CSM ANTHONY POWERS TO CSM TONY WILLIAMS—JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. — The U.S. Army 555th Engineer Brigade (EN BDE), coined as the “Triple Nickel” Brigade, conducts a Change of Respons...
- + Enlisted to Officer Mustang Rodeo held at NMRTC Bremerton—By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Jennifer Benedict, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton Public Affairs – Sailors from a number of commands attended an Enlisted to...
- + Ground Combat Element Commander's Course: Thinking like a commander—MARINE CORPS AIR-GROUND COMBAT CENTER, Calif. – Marine Corps leaders are seeking to enhance commander performance through a 5-day immersive training s...
- + McChord Field Honor Guard: Changing of the Guard—The Honor Guard held a Hail and Farewell ceremony recognizing the dedication and accomplishments of the 2023 bravo flight and welcome the incoming mem...
- + FCOE hosts General Raymond T. Odierno Best Redleg Competition—The Fires Center of Excellence at Fort Sill is preparing for a historic event: the inaugural Best Redleg Competition, a unique opportunity for artille...
- + First sergeant symposium: becoming a Holloman diamond—The Holloman 1st Sergeants Council hosted a first sergeant's symposium April 29 - May 3. Forty-five senior noncommissioned officers and NCOs from a...
- + The U.S. Navy and NASA jointly prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for continued use of State lands through proposed real estate agreements with the State of Hawai‘i.—The Navy and NASA invite and encourage the public to participate in the environmental planning process. The U.S. Department of the Navy and the Nat...
- + Poster competitions kick off 2024 Research & Innovation Month at Walter Reed—Research focused on improving the care of Military Health System (MHS) beneficiaries was highlighted during the two-day poster competition, May 1-2, a...
- + An afternoon with CATM—JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. – The importance of Combat Arms Training and Maintenance goes back to the 1950s, during the attack on Kimpo Air Base, S...
- + No Drone Zone—The Air Traffic Control Tower at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base is home to DM’s eyes in the sky, air traffic controllers. [Author: Senior Airman Paige W...
- + Huntsville Center Facility Reduction Program best in class for feds—Huntsville Center’s FRP procures and centrally manages commercial demolition services. The program currently maintains five regional multiple award ta...
- + Army & Air Force Exchange Service Careers Strengthen Military Communities—The Army & Air Force Exchange Service offers meaningful careers for Veterans, military spouses and dependents. In honor of Military Appreciation M...
- + That's How the Light Gets In—In life's currents, some people flow with such purpose that their legacy acts as a North Star for future generations to follow. Among those individ...
- + Former BAMC patients share stories during Nurses Week event—Brooke Army Medical Center kicked off Nurses and Techs Week with an opening ceremony May 6 in the Carolyn D. Putnam Auditorium. [Author: Lori Newman]
- + Tinker AFB participates in "AERO Oklahoma" Aviation, Aerospace & Defense Awareness Day—Tinker Air Force Base leaders, service members, and aviation and aerospace industry representatives gathered at the State Capitol April 3 for AERO Okl...
- + Holocaust Remembrance: The Courageous, a Son’s Story—Imagine you wake up tomorrow and find out that you are no longer a citizen of the country you were born, and your family had lived in for generations....
- + I am Navy Medicine - HM2 Laura Suzanne Denmark - at NMRTC Bremerton—By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Jennifer Benedict, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs -- Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Laura Suzanne Denmark is an ...
- + Everything, Everywhere, All at Once, a Day in the Life of a Corps of Engineers Administrative Professional—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Galveston District (SWG), employs dozens of administrative professionals. This year, the District wanted to ...
- + Military children learn about deployment through Operation KUDOS—Numerous Tinker Air Force Base organizations hosted 110 children of military service members on April 20th for Operation Kids Understanding Deployment...
- + I am The 908th: Master Sgt. Matthew Chandler—Recognized as the 908th Airlift Wing’s Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year for 2023, Master Sgt. Matthew Chandler is a Special Operations Force...
- + NASCAR driver Joey Logano visits Shaw—NASCAR driver Joey Logano visited Shaw Air Force Base to meet men and women serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, as well as fly in an F-16D Fighting Falc...
- + NMRLC Sailors Earn German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge—Retired Navy SEAL Petty Officer 1st Class David Goggins is often referred to as the toughest man alive. His first stint in military service was with t...
- + Marines, Indiana Guardsmen train to save lives.—“This is Flintlock requesting a 9-line medevac.” So begins the training for Marines to call for a medical evacuation, training to help save lives. A...
- + Retired SMA Grinston highlights Army Emergency Relief Fund and the importance of mentorship—Army Emergency Relief Fund CEO and retired Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael Grinston visited the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research to speak with Ser...
- + Charting the Course: Military Libraries Lead the Digital Age—The way people consume information is rapidly evolving, thanks to emerging technologies like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and artific...
- + Fort Drum Military Police unveil a lasting tribute to military working dogs—Soldiers from the 91st Military Police Battalion, Directorate of Emergency Services civilians and community members gathered May 8 outside the 8th Mil...
- + 3rd Special Forces Group takes first place in special operations international best sniper competition—The U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School hosted the U.S. Army Special Operations Command International Best Sniper Competition ...
- + Tinker honors Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month—Tinker Air Force Base recognizes Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May to honor the legacy of the Asian and Pacific Islander commu...
- + USAAF uniforms, artifacts of WWII servicemembers help keep heritage, WWII legacy alive—In mid-1944, during World War II, U.S. Army Air Force Capt. Phillip Parsons, along with Capt. Mike Benarcik, were both pilots with the 453rd Bomb Grou...
- + New 90k-square-foot building paves way for innovative holistic approach to health, wellness—The new construction on the corner of Gruber Road and Shachnow Lane is the Human Performance Force Generation (HP Forge) building. The building houses...
- + Military Sealift Command Takes Delivery of Newest Fleet Replenishment Oiler USNS Earl Warren (T-AO 207)—Military Sealift Command took delivery of its newest fleet replenishment oiler, USNS Earl Warren (T-AO 207), from shipbuilder General Dynamics NASSCO ...
- + Maintenance team prepares facilities for happy campers—Every year, around two million people venture out to Nolin River Lake in Bee Spring, Kentucky. Some go fishing or boating, others come for hiking or b...
- + Michigan National Guard Cyber Protection Team receives training on the Deployable Defensive Cyberspace Operations System – Modular kit—U.S. Army National Guard members from the Michigan National Guard Defense Cyber Operations Element and Detachment 1 , 172nd Cyber Protection Team rece...
- + Gearing-up Future Innovators: AHS robotics classes visits 97th AMW—Students from Altus High School’s robotics classes visited the 97th Communications Squadron at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, May 2, 2024. [Author: A...
- + ‘One Team, One Fight’: SECAF visits Keesler AFB—Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall visited Second Air Force, the 81st Training Wing and the 403rd Wing at Keesler, May 3. [Author: Senior Airman...
- + Virtual Education Center: Advancing Digital-First Health Care for Patients—Empowers patients and gives them the tools they need to be partners in their health care decision-making, says the team overseeing the rollout of the ...
- + 16th Sustainment Brigade provides Combat Support Centers in Sweden during Defender 24.—The 95th Combat Support Sustainment Battalion, 16th Sustainment Brigade, in partnership with Swedish Armed Forces, conducted a joint convoy support ce...
- + Munson Moms and Daughters support healthcare delivery—FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas – As we prepare to honor mothers nationwide this Mother’s Day, two Munson Army Health Center employees reflected on the uniqu...
- + USAMMA cuts ribbon on new medical maintenance facility at Tobyhanna Army Depot—TOBYHANNA ARMY DEPOT, Pa. -- Three pairs of shiny golden scissors quickly sliced through a bright red ribbon, recognizing the completion of a multi-mi...
- + Enhancing Maritime Domain Awareness: Obangame Express bolsters Africa’s Yaoundé Code of Conduct—The Yaoundé Code of Conduct (YCoC) provides a framework and governing instruction on maritime coordination and collaboration throughout West and Centr...
- + Oh Say Can You See Your Patriotic Pet Earning Top Prizes? Exchange’s Photo Contest Giving Away $3,000 in Gift Cards—DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service isn’t kitten around. Military shoppers can send their patriotic pet photos right meow for a chance ...
- + Fort Johnson halfway to donation goal at campaign midpoint—FORT JOHNSON, La. — With less than one month left in the 2024 Army Emergency Relief campaign, Fort Johnson has garnered a total of more than $50,000 i...
- + Celebrating Service: Public Service Recognition Week at DFAS - Katrina Knauff—Public Service Recognition Week is a time dedicated to honoring the men and women serving our nation as federal, state, county, and local government e...
- + Military teens take advantage of job ready workshop—By SHAWNA MACIAS Public Affairs intern FORT JOHNSON, La. — The Teen Job Ready Workshop took place at Army Community Service the first three Saturd...
- + 169th Medical Group Hosts MEDFLAG 2024: Enhancing Skills and Strengthening Community Partnerships—The 169th Medical Group hosted MEDFLAG 2024, a skill-based joint medical training initiative, at McEntire Joint National Guard Base, May 2-3. [Author:...
- + NUWC Division Newport digital engineering lead earns DON Superior Civilian Service Award—David Toth, digital engineering lead, in the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport’s Chief Engineer Office, has earned the Department ...
- + Growing the next generation: Safety and occupational health professionals gather for annual conference—Springtime in the Midwest can be volatile as temperatures fluctuate and severe weather is common. This time of year often prompts safety drills across...
- + Fort Johnson youth wins Boys, Girls Club Louisiana Military Youth of Year—FORT JOHNSON, La. — Emmalee Polk attended the Louisiana Youth of the Year Event in Baton Rouge April 11-13. She represented the Fort Johnson Middle Sc...
- + Fort Johnson security guard helps save neighbor's home—FORT JOHNSON, La. — Fort Johnson Directorate of Emergency Services security guard, Karla Garcia, exhibited bravery March 2, as she raced to save her n...
- + Sweden and Military Unite: DEFENDER 24 Exercise Strengthens Transatlantic Cooperation—In the middle of the global security landscape, exercise DEFENDER 24 is key, fostering cooperation and enhanced readiness among military forces. This ...
- + Appelman engages Fort Johnson workforce, looks at future of installation—FORT JOHNSON, La. — U.S. Army Installation Management Command Director-Readiness Patrick Appelman visited Fort Johnson April 29-May 2. The tour was pa...
- + Air Force leadership honors EOD memorial in 55th year—This year, no new names were added to the Memorial Wall. The all-service total stands at 344. [Author: Samuel King Jr.]
- + DoDEA Middle School Prodigy Sweeps High School Language Contest—In an incredible feat at the Western Carolina University World High School Languages Contest, a middle schooler from DoDEA Faith Middle School stole t...
- + SWCS celebrates 2nd annual Heritage Week honoring past, present, future—The U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (SWCS) celebrated its second annual Heritage Week at the SWCS campus on Fort Liberty, ...
- + Empowering Women Through Recognition—Katie Lewis, a civil engineer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, was recently recognized at the Lockport City School District’s ...
- + Military Families Attend Open House Hosted by Liberty Military Housing in Wadsworth Shores—VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – Liberty Military Housing hosted an open house for their new renovation unit in Wadsworth Shores to showcase the ongoing housing ...
- + Sailors learn resiliency tools through CREDO’s ARSENAL—Religious Program Specialists, assigned to various commands in the Hampton Roads area, attended a Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation...
- + Speaker inspires strength, resilience at National Day of Prayer—A packed house listened in utter silence as retired Green Beret Capt. John M. Arroyo shared his road to resilience and his miraculous survival of life...
- + Air Force Reservists support medical assistance mission, strengthen medical readiness during LAMAT 2024—U.S. Air Force Reserve members have been integral to the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team, or LAMAT, a U.S. Air Force medical assistance missio...
- + Reformatted TFSU helps shape theaters for finance ops—Transforming to meet the needs of the Army, the U.S. Army Financial Management Command changed the way it prepares Army financial and comptroller unit...
- + Army Demonstrates VANGUARD 24 Capabilities at AUSA Global Force Symposium during ‘Warrior’s Corner’—The Intelligence Electronic Warfare Tactical Proficiency Trainer (IEWTPT), Expeditionary Live, Virtual and Constructive Command Center (XLCC), Threat ...
- + PEO STRI Showcases Soldier Virtual Trainer Capabilities at Soldier Touch Point—The U.S. Army’s Product Manager Synthetic Warrior Systems (PdM SWS) Soldier Virtual Trainer (SVT) team conducted a Soldier Touch Point (STP) at Fort R...
- + O’Brien spearheads new initiatives at DTC Forum—The DTC forum focused our Strategic Human Capital plan and Talent Management Initiatives along with opportunities and challenges impacting Surace Warr...
- + Safety week observed at Louisville VA Medical Center project—Contractors and Louisville District Veterans Affairs Division employees are observing Construction Safety Week this week, May 6-10, by participating i...
- + Eastern Flank Strengthened: USAG Poland hosts first Real Property Planning Board, sets 10-year infrastructure blueprint—POZNAN, Poland – Infrastructure evolution is in store for the Army’s newest home, as U.S. Army Garrison Poland completed its inaugural Real Property P...
- + AFWERX Spark Crossflow event spurs innovation and collaboration—The AFWERX Spark team launched the first Crossflow event of the year, April 23-25, 2024. Crossflows offer the Department of the Air Force Innovation a...
- + Joint forces conduct Jungle Operations Training Course in the Philippines During Exercise Balikatan 24—Soldiers with the U.S., Philippines, and Australian Armies graduated from Exercise Balikatan 24’s Jungle Operations Training Course at a ceremony held...
- + A Musician's Journey: The Adventures of Bobby Novoa with the Navy Band—Novoa's message to his younger self is one of reassurance. "I would tell myself that I've got this, and to keep working hard - it will all pay off," h...
- + U.S. Space Force top general visits Space Forces Korea—U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman met with Guardians as well as government and military officials during a visit to Osan...
- + DEFENDER 24: APS-2 hospital set activated, issued in an Army medicine history first—For the first time in Army medicine history, an Army Prepositioned Stocks-2 hospital equipment set was activated and issued, and for the first time in...
- + Amphibians: Living a double life—It is international amphibians’ week - a global celebration dedicated to the diverse and vital group of animals known as amphibians. To celebrate this...
- + The Thundering Beat: Reflections on Okinawa’s Dragon Boat Races—The Dragon Boat Festival in Okinawa, Japan, is an exhilarating showcase of tradition and teamwork, where the energy of competition meets the legacy of...
- + Philippine, US, Australian forces show off combined fires capabilities, destroy ship in Balikatan training event—CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City, Philippines – Philippine, U.S. and Australian military forces integrated land, sea and air platforms to simultaneously se...
- + Exercise Gobi Wolf 2024 kicks off in the heart of the Mongolian steppe—CHOIBALSAN, Mongolia — Exercise Gobi Wolf 2024, a multinational civil and military training exercise, commenced with an opening ceremony and expert ac...
- + Tree planters were abundant for Fort McCoy’s 2024 Arbor Day celebration; hundreds of trees planted—The 2024 Fort McCoy Arbor Day Celebration was delayed from April 26 to May 1 because of inclement weather but it didn’t stop dozens of people from arr...
- + Indo-Pacific Senior Military Official, Federated States of Micronesia Representatives Wrap Up Robust Joint Committee Meeting in Guam—ASAN, Guam (May 8, 2024) –The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Senior Military Official in Guam and Micronesia Rear Adm. Greg Huffman, Federated States of Mi...
- + Sailor Spotlight: Devoting Time to Community, Colleagues—Yeoman 2nd Class Jada Glaspie is passionate about helping others. The eldest of three children, Glaspie has grew up putting the needs of her siblings ...
- + 168th Wing Refuels Red Flag Alaska - Going the Distance—Red Flag-Alaska 24-1, a Pacific Air Forces-led exercise, ramped up operations at Eielson Air Force Base, allowing an exchange of tactics, techniques, ...
- + 25th ID Battle of Wanat Virtual Staff Ride LPD—SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii — The 25th Infantry Division held an annual Battle of Wanat virtual staff ride leaders professional development (LPD) class...
- + LA District team bridges gap with STEAM challenge—Future Army officers were joined by a team with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District to bring awareness to science, technology, engin...
- + Wolf Pack kicks off Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month—The Wolf Pack held a kick off event for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 3. The event began w...
- + Maryland National Guard conducts historic promotion in Tunisia during African Lion 2024—BEN GHILOUF, Tunisia – When U.S. Army 1st Lt. Ana Camacho Tibaquira deployed to Tunisia for exercise African Lion 2024 (AL24) with the Maryland Nation...
- + 30 FSS named as best small USAF FSS—Space Launch Delta 30’s 30th Force Support Squadron has been awarded the 2023 Maj. Gen. Eugene L. Eubank Award as the best FSS in the U.S. Air Force (...
- + USFS Celebrates upgrades at Redding Air Attack Base Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony—The U.S. Forest Service held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Redding Air Attack Base on April 25, 2024, to celebrate the completion of the first phas...
- + Blessing of the Hands kicks off National Nurses Week at Walter Reed—Walter Reed kicked off National Nurses Week with its traditional Blessing of the Hands ceremony May 6 at the medical center. National Nurses Week begi...
- + Air Force nurse puts trauma experience to test in new role—Trauma nurse Capt. Angela Leonardo thrives on the chaos of the emergency room. As the Air Force’s only level III trauma center, Mike O’Callaghan Milit...
- + Fort McCoy’s Wisconsin Challenge Academy gets primetime news attention for helping at-risk youth—Located in the heart of Fort McCoy, the Wisconsin Challenge Academy stands as a beacon of hope for at-risk youth, offering them the chance to change f...
- + Ensuring F-15 readiness with the practice of cannibalization—In the heart of Kingsley Field’s Maintenance Group a crucial role is being played by a single individual, Staff Sgt. Boua Her of the 550th Fighter Squ...
- + 7AS Airman selected for prestigious award—U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Gary West, the 7th Airlift Squadron’s senior enlisted leader has been chosen to be the representative for Air Mobili...
- + Fort Sill audit team sets gold standard in military accountability—Fort Sill's Internal Review and Audit Compliance Office (IRACO) received a stellar peer review score, establishing it as a model of auditing excellenc...
- + 'May Your Hands Bring Comfort and Healing to Those They Touch'—FORT CAMPBELL – In honor of National Nurses Week and the legacy of nurses and the abundant care they provide, Fort Campbell medical chaplains bless nu...
- + National Safety Council designates May as National Electric Safety Month—The National Safety Council partners with the Electric Safety Foundation, or ESFI, each May to present electric hazard awareness topics. The ESFI is a...
- + NSWCPD Engineers Participate in 2024 American Society of Naval Engineers Advanced Machinery Symposium—Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) engineers supported and were honored at the annual American Society of Naval Engineers (A...
- + NAVSUP celebrates naval aviation birthday—NAVSUP joins Naval Air Systems Command in celebrating the birthday of naval aviation and.we recognize the contributions of the men and women across th...
- + Womack earns “A” Top Safety Honors from Leapfrog Group—Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC) earned an "A" grade from the Leapfrog Group in the most recent Leapfrog ratings. “This outstanding achievement is a...
- + Civil Support Team supports annual Bloomsday race—Members of the Washington National Guard’s 10th Civil Support Team (CST) completed their first Joint Hazard Assessment Team (JHAT) operation with Idah...
- + Corps awards nearly $32 million contract for mechanical dredging on the Mississippi River—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, awarded a $31.7 million contract to LS Marine, Inc., of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, to conduc...
- + Guardsmen take lessons from Winston P. Wilson Competition—Several Guard members from 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment took part in the 53rd annual Winston P. Wilson (WPW) Rifle and Pistol Championship a...
- + Department of Information Management is gearing up for the Cyber Operational Readiness Assessment—The Washington Army National Guard Department of Information Management is gearing up for the Cyber Operational Readiness Assessment (CORA) this fall,...
- + Trailblazing Triumph: Reservist Achieves Milestone as First to Earn NIWAWS WTI Course Patch—On May 2, Naval Information Warfighting Development Center (NIWDC) held a graduation ceremony designating twenty-four new Warfare Tactics Instructors ...
- + 350th SWW reactivates two historic-EW squadrons—To meet the Air Force’s growing demand for Spectrum effects, the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing recently reactivated two historic squadrons, the 563rd El...
- + Navy Musician Finds Joy in Service and Travel—As a member of the Navy band, Deal supports diplomatic, community relations, and ceremonial events. One of Deal's favorite duties is introducing Ameri...
- + Semper Science: ONR Showcases S&T Efforts at Modern Day Marine—The Office of Naval Research participated in Modern Day Marine, held April 30-May 2 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. ...
- + ‘Main focus was life safety’: Two MCAAP firefighters assist in swift water rescue—McAlester Army Ammunition Plant firefighters assisted in rescuing an individual trapped on the top of his truck due to dangerously high water. [Author...
- + AMC Soldiers, civilians recognized with NDIA awards—The Tennessee Valley Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association recognized six Soldiers, civilians and teams from the Army Materiel Comman...
- + Mobile District SAAPM—MOBILE, Ala. – The overall numbers on sexual assault in the country are sobering, especially when you consider the fact that sexual assault is general...
- + 86-year-old Tomah native recalls growing up near Fort McCoy—Marlene Hemsey, formerly known as Marlene Hackett and a native of Tomah, Wis., now calls Winona, Minn., her home, and at 86 years old, has a fondness ...
- + Army implements enhanced security measures for Army Data—In a strategic move to bolster data security and protect against evolving cyber threats, the U.S. Army announces significant changes to access protoco...
- + Celebrating Service: Public Service Recognition Week at DFAS - Kelli Crawford—Public Service Recognition Week is a time dedicated to honoring the men and women serving our nation as federal, state, county, and local government e...
- + Longare Base Named in Honor of Fallen Italian Soldier—LONGARE, Italy – The Italian Army, in conjunction with the U.S. Army Garrison Italy, hosted a naming ceremony for a military base in Longare. The ba...
- + Youghiogheny River Lake hosts 50th anniversary of Special Recreation Day—Nearly 500 people had spilled out of school buses and vans to attend the Youghiogheny River Lake’s 50th anniversary of Special Recreation Day, an annu...
- + Longare post named for Italian soldier killed in Afghanistan—LONGARE, Italy – Fourteen years ago, Franco Miotto and Anna Dal Farro faced the heartbreaking news that no parent ever wants to hear—their son, an Ita...
- + Investments in Warfighter Sustainment—With the intense up-tick in U.S. Sixth Fleet operations these past few years, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) is making strategic investments ac...
- + Corps of Engineers announces new traffic plan for Cook Recreation Area—NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 7, 2024) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District announces operational changes to Cook Recreation Area at J. Percy...
- + Fort McCoy earns 35th Tree City USA designation—During the 2024 Arbor Day celebration May 1 at Fort McCoy, Forester Charles Mentzel with the Forestry Office of the Directorate of Public Works (DPW) ...
- + Strengthening Bonds and Building Resilience: Sea Sisters Empowers Women in Djibouti—DJIBOUTI, Djibouti– U.S. service members participate in a knowledge exchange with women in the Djiboutian Coast Guard April 30, 2024, at Camp Doraleh ...
- + 102nd Intelligence Wing members ruck over 220 miles for Heroes in Transition—While carrying 10 to 20 pounds on their backs, 102nd Intelligence Wing members trekked over 220 miles through Cape Cod, Massachusetts, for Heroes in T...
- + USACE Savannah District Implements Modern Safety Helmets—In a measure aimed at enhancing worker safety and mitigating the risk of workplace injuries, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, has ...
- + The Sounds of Freedom—New Airman Training Center #6 is a tucked away on Joint Base San Antonio sitting on almost four thousand acres of land designated for training the new...
- + Naturalization program at BMT reaches one-year milestone—As the streamlined naturalization process at U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training marks its one-year anniversary, the program continues to gain trac...
- + 37 TRW celebrates the 2024 First Quarter Awards—JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas -- The first quarter awards ceremony was full of spirit held here in the Defense Language Institute English Le...
- + ‘Rooted in trust and respect’: Kansas Citys Levees team continues to deliver on commitment to Kansas City metro area—Engineering, construction, planning, design — these are hard sciences, which require a systemic, methodical approach. While these sciences are by no m...
- + 920th RQW successfully conducts civilian medical airlift 350 miles off coast of United States—The 920th Rescue Wing successfully conducted a civilian medical airlift operation of a critical patient aboard a cruise ship located more than 350 nau...
- + Military Health System Conference a ‘Resounding Success’—The 2024 Military Health System Conference brought together more than 2,100 health care professionals from the MHS, government leaders, academia, and ...
- + Preparing for tomorrow: SPACE FLAG 24-1 strengthens operational readiness—Space Training and Readiness Command hosted the 19th iteration of the SPACE FLAG exercise at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, last month. This ev...
- + Corps of Engineers hosts open house for Oxbow-Hickson-Bakke ring levee project—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, invites the community to attend an open house to learn more about the upcoming Oxbow-Hickson-Bakk...
- + 2024 Region II Best Warrior Competition Kicks Off—The 2024 National Guard Bureau Region II Best Warrior Competition kicked off today with 10 Soldiers and non-commissioned officers from Maryland, Delaw...
- + CGYCA partners with D.C. Commission on Black Men and Boys to repair ‘community villages and pipelines’—Representatives from the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy attend and speak during a D.C. Commission on Black Men and Boys meeting in Washingto...
- + Candidates Put Best Foot Forward During Military Spouse Career and Resource Fair—The job search process can sometimes feel like a full-time job all on its own. It can become a frustrating experience for those looking to find employ...
- + Bighorn sheep, wild horses, and more, call Hawthorne Army Depot home—The Hawthorne Army Depot, located in western Nevada, plays a crucial role in the storage, maintenance, and demilitarization of conventional ammunition...
- + Philippine, US forces demonstrate flexibility, operational reach in simultaneous missions during Balikatan—CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City, Philippines – Philippine and U.S. military forces participating in Balikatan 24 concluded the second iteration of maritim...
- + NMRTC Rota Supports Diverse Regional Missions to Safeguard and Prepare Warfighters and Allies—Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC), Rota plays a critical role in supporting the Navy’s largest European installation, which is stra...
- + Know Your Defender: APS-2 accountable officer extremely important during DEFENDER 24—Accountability was key during Army Prepositioned Stocks-2 operations at the Libava Training Area in Czechia recently when the 405th Army Field Support...
- + Intel white cell drives Wolf Pack exercise operations—The readiness experts of the Wolf Pack are no strangers to exercises, and their battle rhythm continued during Beverly Pack 24-1, a readiness exercise...
- + Moosehead prototype brings new efficiency to 374th LRS—YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan – A new device is on the scene at the 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron, saving manpower and cutting fuel maintenance times fr...
- + Sailors seize waterfront training opportunity—Sailors from commands under Commander, Submarine Force U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMSUBPAC) seized on a rare opportunity to receive advanced waterfront trai...
- + Yokosuka Commissary, CFAY PWD Work to Protect Local Environment—The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is scheduled to roll-out an initiative in support of the environment later this year to remove single-use paper a...
- + USAG Okinawa ensures marine safety comes first—U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa’s command safety program and Army school liaison office participated in Career Day at Amelia Earhart Intermediate School at...
- + Record 24,000 visitors attend combined half marathon, Hawaiian Fest at Sagami Depot—SAGAMI GENERAL DEPOT, Japan – More than 24,000 people were here April 28 for a long-distance run and open-post Hawaiian Festival, the largest crowd si...
- + Naval Health Clinic Lemoore kicks off Nurses Week with the Blessing of the Hands—Naval Health Clinic Lemoore kicked off Nurses Week with the Blessing of the Hands. This small ceremony is a non-denominational ritual where a chaplai...
- + Two Communities Make a Splash—Last week, over 600 participants from Misawa Air Base and the town of Oirase took part in the 25th Annual Oirase Salmon Release. The event didn’t take...
- + It’s About Helping People, Not Awards—Last year Senior Airman Travis Spong, 35th Force Support Squadron (FSS) registered mail clerk, performed life saving during his deployment to Al Udeid...
- + US Coast Guard Cutter Diligence returns home following Gulf of Mexico fisheries patrol and response to Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse—PENSACOLA, Fla. — The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Diligence (WMEC 616) returned to their home port in Pensacola, April 26, 2024, after a two-month depl...
- + 317th AW executes Hazard Spear, supports Balikatan 24 with accelerated mission sets—Following the completion of the first Maximum Endurance Operation (MEO) with external fuel tanks, the 317th Airlift Wing continues to showcase tactica...
- + Stay true to yourself: Samoan Soldier continues legacy of service supporting TRADEWINDS 24—Staff Sgt. Sabrina Vimoto, a platoon sergeant with the Signal Detachment, Group Support Battalion, 7th Group Special Forces Group, readied her Soldier...
- + Obangame Express 2024 - Opening Ceremony—The opening ceremony for Obangame Express 2024 took place today, May 6, 2024, with notable attendees including U.S. Ambassador to Gabon Vernelle FitzP...
- + Joint Training Exercise Enhances Military-Civilian Cooperation in Emergency Response During Guardian Response 2024—U.S. Army Soldiers from the 690th and 343rd Medical Company Ground Ambulance, alongside the 2-501 General Support Aviation Battalion, conducted a real...
- + Army Aviation Reaches Navigation Milestone—The Army’s Project Management (PM) Office for Aviation Mission Systems and Architecture (AMSA) received a statement of airworthiness qualification (SA...
- + 1st Armored Division officer selected for the 2024 Armed Forces Women’s Rugby Trial Camp—A 1st Armored Division officer has been selected for the 2024 Armed Forces Women’s Rugby Trial Camp. Maj. Danielle Deshaies, the 1st Armored Division...
- + With Largest USACE Investment, Great Sodus Bay Breakwater Repair Out for Proposals—A work package from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District for repairs to the Great Sodus Bay East Breakwater is officially out for propos...
- + Wisconsin Guard’s Civil Support Team hosts Norwegian foot march—More than 90 Wisconsin National Guard service members participated in the Norwegian foot march hosted by the 54th Civil Support Team on the Glacial Dr...
- + 1AF member rescues mother, three children after SUV tumbles on bridge—Capt. Bryon Adams Jr, chief, A2 operations division, CONR-1AF (AFNORTH and AFSPACE), crawled through broken glass into an overturned SUV to rescue a m...
- + Chicago White Sox honors Army Reserve Soldier as Hero of the Game—The Chicago White Sox honored Staff Sgt. Christina House, Senior Human Resource Noncommissioned Officer, 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command, as He...
- + 73rd APS Gains New Commander—U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Rodney Ellison assumed command of the 73rd Aerial Port Squadron (APS) during an assumption of command ceremony at Naval Air St...
- + Beavercreek Community Theatre always ‘looking for new talent’—Whether your passion ignites under the spotlight or thrives behind the scenes, Beavercreek Community Theatre welcomes all into a spirit of creativity ...
- + U.S. and Republic of Korea Air Forces Forge Stronger Alliance Through Civil Engineer Engagement—The Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) hosted a key leader engagement with U.S. Air Force Civil Engineers from March 27-29, 2024, focusing on enhanci...
- + Wisconsin Army Guard sends Soldier to national Best Warrior Competition—Spc. Tevin Kenton of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 105th Cavalry Regiment will represent the state at the national Best Warrior Competition in A...
- + NHB dishes it up at Armed Forces Day Culinary Arts Competition—On a damp Pacific Northwest Saturday morning, Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Paul dished up prepared appetizers to ward off – and warm up –...
- + Mississippi River dredging pipeline construction to begin near Wabasha, Minnesota—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, and its contractor, LS Marine, Inc., from Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, will begin work on a dr...
- + LRAFB hosts AIM HIGH event for local students—LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE, Ark. -- Team Little Rock hosted an AIM HIGH event welcoming 65 local high school students at Little Rock Air Force Base, A...
- + NH Army National Guard hosts Norwegian Foot March—Sixty-one New Hampshire Guardsmen braved the Scandinavian crucible known as the Norwegian Foot March on May 4 in Concord. Soldiers and Airmen clad in ...
- + Astral Knight 24 to exercise U.S. EUCOM’s Integrated Air and Missile Defense—A multi-national military exercise, called Astral Knight 2024, kicked off Monday, in Europe. It is focused on exercising Integrated Air and Missile De...
- + Ecuador-Kentucky Guard partnership welcomes C-130 to Ecuadorian Air Force—The Ecuadorian Air Force welcomed a C-130H Hercules into its inventory March 25, 2024, during a ceremony attended by leadership from the Kentucky Air ...
- + 435th Wing Airmen take part in transformative experience—Members of the 435th Wing recently took part in a deeply enriching five-day journey to Romania that blended spiritual growth with community service. T...
- + Philippine, US forces conduct counter-landing exercise—LA PAZ SAND DUNES, Laoag City, Philippines – Combined forces from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and U.S. military rehearsed defending the ...
- + 405th AFSB completes issue of APS-2 set to National Guard cavalry unit at DEFENDER 24—Less than 24 hours after touching down in Czechia via a commercial airline flight from the U.S., West Virginia Army National Guard Soldiers – some run...
- + Faces of Iwakuni Mrs. Catherine Matchem-Watkins—MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan – In a large family, being the middle child can often mean that you don't have enough time for the things you ...
- + U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa is Using State-of the-Art Space Age Equipment to Get our Sailors and Marines Back in the Fight Faster than Ever Before!—Dr. Robert Eberly is helping injured Sailors and Marines to recover from injuries and surgical procedures sometime as much as five weeks earlier than ...
- + U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Holds Change of Command Ceremony—PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii – Adm. Samuel J. Paparo assumed command of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command from Adm. John C. Aquilino during a change of command ceremo...
- + U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Hosts Virtual Chiefs of Defense Meeting—CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii – Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosted a virtual Chiefs of Defense meeting at the USINDOPAC...
- + U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Travels to Japan—TOKYO — Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Japan from April 21-23, 2024. This was Aquilino’s final overseas engage...
- + USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to the Republic of Korea—SEOUL, Republic of Korea – Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited the Republic of Korea from April 10-11, 2024, wher...
- + USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to Australia—SYDNEY - Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Canberra and Sydney, Australia from April 7-10, 2024, where he met wit...
- + USINDOPACOM Commander Presents Legion of Merit to Australia Chief of Defence Force—CANBERRA, Australia - Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, presented Gen. Angus Campbell, Australia Chief of Defence Force, ...
- + AER annual campaign runs into USAG Okinawa—TORII STATION, Okinawa – U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa kicked off its Army Emergency Relief campaign here during a St. Paddy’s Day 5K Color Run March 16....
- + Torii Station Spring Festival strengthens spirit of friendship with Okinawa community—TORII STATION, Okinawa – A daylong festival aimed at strengthening the spirit of friendship between the Army and its host-nation community drew 5,000 ...
- + Volunteers on Okinawa work together to beautify beach on Earth Day—U.S. Army Garrison Okinawa personnel observed this year’s Earth Day with a volunteer beach cleanup event Saturday. [Author: Natalie Stanley]
- + National Guard athletes finish strong at the 47th Annual Lincoln Marathon—Twenty-one of the National Guard’s best athletes from the All Guard Marathon Team competed in the 47th annual Lincoln Marathon, May 5, 2024, in Lincol...
- + New Hampshire Guard, Catholic Medical Center continue partnership—Staff Sgt. Dustin Allison, an aerospace medic with the 157th Medical Group, was the third Airman to participate in a training affiliation agreement be...
- + USS Hershel “Woody” Williams arrives in Libreville, Gabon to commence Exercise Obangame Express 2024—The Gold military crew (MILCREW) of the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel “Woody” Williams (ESB 4) and the ship’s Military Seal...
- + Nevada's Best Warriors ready for Region VII competition in California—After already exceling in an international Best Warrior competition, the Nevada Army Guard’s entrants in the Region VII Best Warrior event this week –...
- + Security forces officer on track for continued success in Maryland Air Guard—A toddler's pigtails bounced as she turned to her teacher, Ms. Jasmaine, to share a secret. Cupping her tiny hands to her mouth, Maddie whispered into...
- + Ohio Air National Guard member earns 2023 Athlete of the Year for ANG—During morning formation, the Force Support Squadron gathered to recognize Maj. Timothy Gribble, personnel flight commander for the 179th Cyberspace W...
- + Ex TRADEWINDS Opening Ceremony—Texas Army National Guard Brig. Gen. Monie Ulis, Deputy Commanding General of U.S. Army South, and Commodore Errington Ricardo Shurland, Chief of Staf...
- + Iowa ANG firefighters train with ARFF trainer—Firefighters from the Iowa Air National Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing fire department train multiple firefighting tasks with the Aircraft Rescue an...
- + Bousquet assumes command of the 174th Air Refueling Squadron—Lt. Col. Joseph Bousquet assumed command of the 174th Air Refueling Squadron at a change of command ceremony at the 185th Air Refueling Wing, on May 6...
- + Dover reserve wing welcomes new commander—Col. Eric J. Rivero assumed command of the 512th Airlift wing in a ceremony here today. [Author: Senior Airman Shayna Hodge]
- + Exercise Native Fury 24 Begins in Saudi Arabia—Press Release for Exercise Native Fury 24. [Author: Capt. Joe Wright]
- + Kentucky National Guard Supports 150th Kentucky Derby—Soldiers of the Kentucky National Guard augmented Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) and Churchill Downs to assist with security and traffic fo...
- + 5th Fleet Reserve Sailors Build Warfighting Readiness in Mako Storm 2024—NAVAL STATION NORFOLK, Va. – Reserve Sailors from the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command and U.S. 5th Fleet enterprise developed and tested their warfi...
- + Fort McCoy Garrison leadership holds second town hall meeting for workforce members for 2024—Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger and other members of the garrison leadership team held a town hall session with the installation ...
- + Construction of FEMA Kilohana temporary housing site to begin—The County of Maui, the State of Hawai‘i, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and its contractor, Dawson, LL...
- + TRADEWINDS 24 begins with opening ceremony—The flags of 26 nations were ceremoniously unfurled at Paragon Army Base, marking the official commencement of TRADEWINDS 24, here, May 4. As they ...
- + Montana Army National Guard’s 1050th, 1051st, and 1052nd Firefighter Detachments conduct vehicle extrication training.—Soldiers from Montana Army National Guard’s 1050th, 1051st, and 1052nd Firefighter Detachments conducted vehicle extrication training on May 4th, 2024...
- + 1889th Regional Support Group redeploys from Operation Inherent Resolve.—Soldiers of the 1889th Regional Support Group stepped their boots back on U.S. soil at Fort Cavazos Texas this Saturday, April 27th 2024, as they retu...
- + USS Abraham Lincoln completed its Board of Inspection and Survey—Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) completed its Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) assessment May 1. [Author: Petty Offi...
- + MSC’s Newest Ship USNS Robert E. Simanek Christened at General Dynamics NASSCO San Diego—Expeditionary sea base USNS Robert E. Simanek (ESB-7), Military Sealift Command’s newest ship, was christened during a ceremony at the General Dynamic...
- + Nevada Army Guard welcomes new state command sergeant major—Command Sgt. Maj. Zell Johnson assumed responsibility as the Nevada Army National Guard’s State Command Sergeant Major from Command Sgt. Maj. Dennis B...
- + 177th Security Forces Squadron Holds Resiliency Stand-Down Day—Airmen assigned to the Security Forces Squadron at the 177th Fighter Wing participated in a stand-down day at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6964 i...
- + 25th Infantry Division Hosts Volunteer Recognition Ceremony—SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii – The 25th Infantry Division and U.S. Army Hawaii held a Quarterly Recognition Ceremony, May 02, 2023, at Weyand Field. [Au...
- + Gaining Altitude: May 2024 Promotions—The 908th Airlift Wing congratulates the following members who promoted recently. [Author: Bradley Clark]
- + Amphibious Combat Vehicles Mark Operational Debut in Pacific During Balikatan 24—OYSTER BAY, Philippines – The 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Amphibious Combat Vehicles Platoon conducted a live-fire, waterborne gunnery range exer...
- + Pinning Excellence—Cultivated aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) is a culture of excellence where Sailors are given opportunities t...
- + On Deck Aviators—As the sun rises over the open ocean, a team of highly skilled individuals stand ready on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS...
- + Theodore Roosevelt Logs 250K Traps—The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) completed its 250,000th successful arrested landing, March 19, 2024. [Author: Petty ...
- + Happy Birthday, Chiefs!—In naval history, few titles carry as much weight and respect as the chief petty officer (CPO). With their legacy spanning generations, the CPO birthd...
- + Helping Hands: Singapore Edition—U.S. Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) volunteered to give back to the Singapore public by conduct...
- + UPDATE: Landing Craft, Air Cushion Incident During Training—NORFOLK, Va. – On the evening of May 1, a collision occurred between two landing craft, air cushions (LCAC) from USS Wasp (LHD 1) and USS New York (LP...
- + US Coast Guard Cutter Confidence celebrated for 58 years’ service during heritage recognition ceremony—CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The Coast Guard held a heritage recognition ceremony, Thursday, in Cape Canaveral to honor the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Confiden...
- + Army Reserve welcomes new Command Sgt. Maj.—A new chapter in the U.S. Army Reserve began as Command Sgt. Maj. Gregory Betty took the reins from Command Sgt. Maj. Andrew Lombardo in a change of r...
- + CNO VISITS NAVY CLOSURE TASK FORCE – RED HILL—Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Lisa Franchetti visited Navy Closure Task Force – Red Hill (NCTF-RH), April 4, to reinforce the Navy’s commitment...
- + NAVY CLOSURE TASK FORCE - RED HILL OPERATIONAL UPDATE—Since the assumption of authority for the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility (RHBFSF) on March 28, 2024, Navy Closure Task Force – Red Hill (NCTF-RH)...
- + NAVY CLOSURE TASK FORCE-RED HILL: AFFF UPDATE—As of April 15, Navy Closure Task Force-Red Hill (NCTF-RH) safely removed 1,012 gallons, roughly 99 percent, of Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) conce...
- + Burning Bright: Gunnery Sgt. David Waterfield, Jr., 2023 Marine Corps Fire and Emergency Services Fire Officer of the Year—Along the vast, sun-bathed tarmac of Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, stands a lone fire station, readily awaiting the call to action. It is here...
- + Multinational RED FLAG-Alaska exercise ends—The Pacific Air Forces-directed exercise, Red Flag-Alaska (RF-A) 24-1, which had units and aircraft from the Italian Air Force, U.S. Air Force, U.S. ...
- + MAAG G-2 Supports Defense of Ban Houei Sai (11 MAY 1962)—On 11 May 1962, Capt. Richard O. Nelson, a counterintelligence officer assigned to the G-2 Division in the Military Assistance Advisory Group in Laos,...
- + Senior Leaders Attend the Spring I Corps Commander’s Conference—Commanders and senior enlisted leaders from across America’s First Corps, 62nd Airlift Wing and the Washington Army National Guard gather together at ...
- + NAVFAC Pacific Job Fair Draws Large Crowd, Signals Success in Recruitment Drive—JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM – Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Pacific hosted a successful job fair on April 30 in Honolulu, H...
- + Intelligence Operation at Harpers Ferry (9 MAY 1861)—On 9 May 1861, Union spy Kirk Mason performed the first of three intelligence missions at Harpers Ferry. His activities are believed to be some of the...
- + Mindful Collaboration for Mental Health with NBK, NHB and more—By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- Got questions? Need consultation, connection to care, support, and/or resources for ...
- + Carrier Strike Group 12 Holds Change of Command Ceremony—Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12 held a change of command ceremony at the Pennsylvania House on Naval Station Norfolk, May 3, 2024.
- + Naval Health Clinic Lemoore, local hospital and TRICARE/Health Net Federal Services Conduct Tabletop Exercise—Naval Health Clinic Lemoore (NHCL), its branch clinics, a local area hospital and TRICARE/Health Net Federal Services conducted a comprehensive Hospit...
- + Honoring Trailblazers: U.S. Army South Celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Month—FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas – U.S. Army South proudly salutes Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders who have shattered cultural barrier...
- + AMCOM scores big at BEYA Thirty new employees accept offers to become Army civilians—If you ask most government employees how long the hiring process takes, you will likely get a chuckle and an answer ranging from a couple of months to...
- + CNO Visits Sailors in Hampton Roads, Discusses Warfighting—Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti traveled to Hampton Roads, Virginia, to meet with Navy leaders and engage with Sailors, May 3. The v...
- + Fort Gregg-Adams AWM celebrates opening of exhibit ‘Courage to Deliver’—FORT GREGG-ADAMS, Va. – The opening of the Army Women’s Museum’s exhibit “Courage to Deliver” was celebrated Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. [A...
- + JBLM service members spruce up training areas during spring cleanup—Service members at Joint Base Lewis-McChord spent a week clearing out discarded trash and debris from the installation’s more than 86,000 acres of tra...
- + 2nd Brigade Combat Team ‘Commandos’ celebrate homecoming at Fort Drum—Soldiers of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), known as the "Commandos," rejoiced in their long- awaite...
- + YPG participates in Woodard Jr. High School’s STEM Day—Students at Woodard Jr. High School had the opportunity to learn about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics also known as STEM from membe...
- + NAVFAC Diamond: Noted HRO specialist celebrates 60 years supporting U.S. Navy—When you hear of someone celebrating 60 years in government service, it’s typically in the context of a retirement ceremony. Colleagues, joined by fri...
- + Team Air Force District of Washington Builds Unity, Strength in Readiness Challenge X—TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla.–The 11th Civil Engineer Squadron from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., and the 316th CES from Joint Base...
- + Marine Corps Association Awards Hosts 12th Annual Wounded Warrior Regiment Awards Ceremony—The Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment celebrated its annual Marine Corps Association awards event, recognizing some of the most outstanding staff ...
- + HM-12 Aircrew and Local Recruiters Visit Louisville High School after Thunder Over Louisville—Last week Sailors from Helicopter Mine Countermeasure Squadron 12 (HM-12) and Navy Talent Acquisition Group Ohio River Valley (NTAG ORV) visited Valle...
- + Miss America, Miss America’s Teen 2024 visit Fort Knox May 2—During their visit to the central-Kentucky Army post on May 2, Miss America and Miss America’s Teen 2024 spoke with students from Fort Knox Middle Hig...
- + Navy beats Army in annual Best Warrior Competition—Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Michael O’Connell took first place in the noncommissioned officer category at this year’s U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Specia...
- + Missouri River Basin runoff forecast improves but remains below average; Fort Peck Flow Test underway—As warmer weather moves into the Missouri River Basin, spring precipitation brought some much-needed moisture throughout the basin. For the month of A...
- + Meet Janie Nall: Beale Air Force Base civic leader—From chairman of the Beale Military Liaison Council (BMLC) to Air Combat Command (ACC) civic leader, Janice “Janie” Nall has built a long career at Be...
- + 1st Armored Division Soldier wins Unit Public Affairs Representative of the Year—FORT BLISS, Texas – A Soldier assigned to the 1st Armored Division recently won the Department of the Army Unit Public Affairs Representative of the ...
- + ACC hosts first rapid mobility planning event aimed at GPC—JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — As the Department of the Air Force optimizes for Great Power Competition, the case for change needs to happen and it ...
- + NETCOM Chief of Staff Honors ROTC Students Across Arizona Universities—The Chief of Staff for the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) Colonel Robert H. Topper Jr. embarked on a mission to recognize an...
- + AF Secretary Kendall experiences VISTA of future flight test at Edwards—Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall flew in the front seat of the X-62A VISTA, May 2, to experience firsthand the unique aircraft, which incorpor...
- + Contracting, working with industry partners—The Idaho Air National Guard contracting office held an industry day at Gowen Field, Boise, Idaho, March 26, 2024. [Author: Senior Master Sgt. Joshua ...
- + Global Health Leadership Earns Vasireddy MRDC’s Top Award: 2023 Employee of the Year—People – the cornerstone of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command – make its mission a reality for Warfighters. Yet the command’s imp...
- + Embodying the American Spirit, honoring Asian Heritage—This month gives an opportunity to celebrate the many diverse cultures of Asians and Pacific Islanders like the Nguyen family and shine a light on the...
- + Culminating Nimble Titan 24 Senior Leader Event to take place in Germany—COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado – This month senior foreign affairs, defense, and military leaders from more than 20 nations and international organization...
- + Vermont Army National Guard Soldiers Attend Brazilian Mountain School—Two Vermont Army National Guard Soldiers took part in the Brazilian Basic Mountaineering Course in April. Sgt. 1st Class David Girr and Staff Sgt. Cyr...
- + Contracting mission ensures combined forces’ success for TRADEWINDS 24—As over 1,000 participants from 26 nations are set to arrive in Barbados for TRADEWINDS 24 (TW24), a contracting team consisting of two acquisition, l...
- + Oregon Infantry Scouts Sharpen Battlefield Edge at Shooting Competition—Story about 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team's Sgt. Trahern Fox, Sgt. Kevin Martin, and Spc. John Adamson from the Oregon National Guard's 1st Battal...
- + Connectivity to the Classroom: Butte MEPS Testing in Rural Montana—From the Rocky Mountains to the Great Plains, the western terrain of Montana is diverse. Wi-Fi capabilities across the rocky landscape once limited th...
- + Pathfinder wins 2023 FGO of the year—U.S. Air Force Major Sylvester A. Fernandez de Castro, 420th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) officer was recently awarded the Air Force’s 2023 fiel...
- + Inspiring future Air Force leaders: University of Miami cadets soar to new heights with MacDill Air Force Base—Thirty-five University of Miami Reserve Officer Training Corps Cadets recently teamed up with Airmen from MacDill Air Force Base to experience the mis...
- + Five and Thrive Empowers Air Force Families—MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — On a sunny Wednesday morning at MacDill Air Force Base, the Five and Thrive program took center stage during Phoenix Ra...
- + Medical Innovation With the Army’s Best Resource: The American Soldier—The EagleWerx Applied Tactical Innovation Center is the central point of connection for Warfighters and partners to learn, research, innovate, build, ...
- + BACH Frontline Personnel Make Positive First Impressions—At Blanchfield Army Community Hospital, our front desk personnel play a vital role as the face of our facility. They are often the first point of cont...
- + 509th CES streamlines dig permitting process—The 509th Civil Engineer Squadron recently streamlined their process for locating buried utility lines prior to excavations, saving both time and mone...
- + National Training Center Visit Inspires Army Scientist—After visiting the National Training Center (NTC), a scientist from the U.S. Army’s Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center...
- + Panther Shadow, training for a near-peer fight—In skies and on the ground in Southern Idaho, military aircraft and personnel trained to fight a near-peer enemy March 25-29, 2024, during exercise Pa...
- + Photo Story: April 2024 barracks construction operations at Fort McCoy, Part VII—The construction area for a new $28.08 million barracks building is shown April 29, 2024, at Fort McCoy, Wis., as framing of the building continues to...
- + NSA Souda Bay welcomes USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69)—Sailors assigned to Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay moored the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (IKE) along with...
- + MSITS highlights SUPREME CONFIDENCE in training efforts—Artificial intelligence training components enhance 2d Theater Signal Brigade’s S2's Military Signal Intelligence Training Strategy during a training ...
- + 2nd Infantry-ROK/U.S. Combined Division creates new connections in Pocheon—CAMP HUMPHREYS, ROK -- (May 3, 2024) – Soldiers from the 2nd Aviation Brigade, 2nd Infantry-ROK/U.S. Combined Division gathered with Pocheon city repr...
- + Mustang of the Week: Senior Airman Aron Bunch—U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Aron Bunch, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, was recognized as Mustang of the Week at Os...
- + 39 ABW opens new Airfield Fire Crash Rescue Station—The 39th Civil Engineer Squadron held a grand opening of the new Airfield Fire Crash Rescue Station here on April 19, 2024. [Author: Senior Airman Ale...
- + Osan varsity volleyball competes at INDOPACOM tournament—Osan Air Base Varsity Volleyball teams competed in the 2024 INDOPACOM Volleyball Tournament at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 25-28, 2024. 34 member...
- + Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group visits Souda Bay, Crete—The Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (IKE), embarked staff from Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 2, and the A...
- + Osan A-10s ‘hog’ the skies in KFT 24—Personnel and aircraft assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing participated in the Korea Flying Training 2024 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 1...
- + U.S., Philippine Counterparts Share Medical Experience and Ideas in the Batanes During Balikatan 24—BATANES, Philippines – U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to Forward Recitative Surgical Detachment, 18th Medical Command, conducted subject matter expert ex...
- + Guam Guard Recruits jump from 3 to 75 in the Northern Marianas Islands—Guam National Guard troops hailing from the neighboring Northern Marianas Islands have increased 2,400 percent from three in 2022 to 75 in 2024. Drivi...
- + Philippine, US forces advancing territorial defense, rapid infiltration capabilities at Balikatan—CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City, Philippines – Philippine and U.S. military forces participating in Balikatan 24 are conducting multiple synchronized, com...
- + Three WCAP Soldier-Athletes win U.S. Olympic Wrestling Trials, try to qualify for Paris Olympics—Spc. Kamal Bey, Sgt. Ellis Coleman, and Spc. Dalton Roberts fulfilled one part of their Olympic dreams by winning the U.S. Olympic Wrestling Trials o...
- + 8th TSC logistician returns to high school to discuss Army opportunities—FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii – After more than two decades since graduating from Rogers High School in Newport, Rhode Island, Lt. Col. Brian Thompson returned...
- + Casting Lines and Bridging Communities: U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia celebrates World Tuna Day with sustainable fishing and community engagement in the Northern Marianas—This World Tuna Day, we reflect on the sustainable practices that help preserve our oceans and the species they sustain. Our crew aboard the USCGC Oli...
- + The puzzle pieces of Red Flag—JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — Among evolving threats and technologies, military exercises like RED FLAG-Alaska have become critical in hon...
- + III Marine Expeditionary Force Engages in Advanced Manufacturing Training—CAMP COURTNEY, OKINAWA, JAPAN – May 3, 2024 – From April 1st to April 12th, III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) participated in a two-week program de...
- + Collaboration Takes Flight: DoDEA Ramey Unit School's Innovative Project—At Ramey Unit School, a Department of Defense Education Activity School, an innovative kite design project, integrating lessons from Laurence Yep's no...
- + Silent Warriors launch professional writing competition at Fort Huachuca—The 305th Military Intelligence Battalion launched a new writing program, known as Kraken Analytics. The initiative is a writing competition that orig...
- + Sacramento District team members aid in Maui wildfire recovery mission—Since the wildfires on Aug. 8, 2023, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has partnered with county, state, and federal responders to aid in the recovery ...
- + 2-13th Aviation Regiment takes off into the future—In a ceremony celebrating the inaugural flight of the RQ-28A Small Unmanned Aerial System, attendants ranged from Initial Entry Training Soldiers to t...
- + Injured bald eagle rescued on Fort Wainwright—A bald eagle injured in a fight with another eagle on Fort Wainwright is now in recovery thanks to the teamwork of a variety of human benefactors. [Au...
- + TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Two Counties in Kansas due to Storm Damage—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in two counties in Kansas may receive emergency prescription r...
- + HRC, CAP to host webinars to discuss FY26 Centralized Selection List process—Col. Tim Gallagher, chief of Command Management Division, Human Resources Command; and Col. Townley Hedrick, chief of staff, Command Assessment Progra...
- + USS Sterett (DDG 104) Wins 2023 Battle ‘E’ Award—SAN DIEGO - Cdre. Craig Trent, Commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) One, presented the Battle Effectiveness Award to the crew of the Arleigh Burke-c...
- + Spring road maintenance at Fort McCoy may be a reminder of local economic impact—Workers with the installation grounds contractor, Kaiyuh Services, completed road shoulder work April 23 on Quarry Hill Road at Fort McCoy. But maybe ...
- + Naval Postgraduate School Hosts 21st Annual Acquisition Research Symposium—Join the discussion about resourcing innovation and the future of research in acquisition at the Naval Postgraduate School’s (NPS’s) 21st Annual Acqui...
- + Army discusses future of Holistic Health and Fitness at symposium—Leaders from across the U.S. Army, industry, and academia descended on the Hampton Roads Convention Center April 29 to May 1 for the 2024 Holistic Hea...
- + Team Moody connects military children with mission—The 23rd Force Support Squadron Military and Family Readiness Center hosted a Kids Deployment Line at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, April 27, 2024. [...
- + The United States Army conducts rail gauge operations in the High North Region. Here is why it matters.—For the first time, the United States is conducting major logistical operations with Sweden as ongoing rail gauge operations occur in the High North R...
- + Photo Story: Fort McCoy completes 2024 fish surveys, Part III—Watershed management biologists and specialists with Colorado State University conduct a fish survey April 23, 2024, at Swamp Pond on South Post at Fo...
- + Photo Story: Fort McCoy completes 2024 fish surveys, Part II—Watershed management biologists and specialists with Colorado State University conduct a fish survey April 23, 2024, at Swamp Pond on South Post at Fo...
- + Next Generation Aircrew Protection Team completes vapor purge testing on B-52—The Next Generation Aircrew Protection team finished vapor purge testing on the B-52H Stratofortress at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., on April 18, 20...
- + 4ID, Fort Carson induct good neighbor—Leaders from the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson honored the former mayor of Trinidad, Phillip Rico, May 1, 2024, as its 2023 Good Neighbor for ...
- + Morrissette inducted into Army Finance and Comptroller HoF—From Babe Ruth to Michael Jordan; from Neil Armstrong to Sally Ride; and from Chuck Berry to Cher, halls of fame exist across the professions of sport...
- + 142nd Wing Airmen support Weapons Instructor Course at Nellis AFB—For two weeks in April, 140 Airmen from the 142nd Wing trained and supported the U.S. Air Force’s Weapons Instructor Course at Nellis Air Force Base, ...
- + BACH announces clinic dates for School and Sports Physicals—Blanchfield Army Community Hospital beneficiaries can now request School or Sports physical appointments at the hospital. Appointments opening June 3 ...
- + HMCM Palacios: Balance for Success—Serving in the military is an experience which encourages and enhances enlightenment, courage, growth and versatility. It is a space where individuali...
- + HMCM Palacios: Balance for Success—Serving in the military is an experience which encourages and enhances enlightenment, courage, growth and versatility. It is a space where individuali...
- + Landing Craft, Air Cushion Incident During Training—On the evening of May 1, an incident occurred involving two landing craft, air cushions (LCAC) from USS Wasp (LHD 1) and USS New York (LPD 21) off the...
- + Pathways to Success; Opening doors for today’s youth—MacDill Air Force Base held a two-day “Pathways to Success” Symposium hosted by the 6th Air Refueling Wing Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Hearing...
- + Curiosity sparks knowledge: Military children engage in mock deployment activities—Children of military personnel gathered at the base theater grounds to gain insight into their parents' deployment preparations during the Kids Unders...
- + 2024 National Security Forum on the horizon—The 2024 National Security Forum is set to take place on Maxwell Air Force Base, May 7-9, 2024. [Author: Billy Blankenship]
- + Innovations in Blast Injury Treatment Spotlighted at BIRCO Conference—Debilitating injuries to the nervous system caused by high-pressure shock waves emitted by explosions and heavy weapons fire are among the most comple...
- + NAVSEA Executive Director Visits SUPSHIP Newport News—Newport News, VA. During a familiarization visit from 29 April to 1 May, Mr. Chris A. Miller, the newly appointed Executive Director of Naval Sea Syst...
- + May 3 marks 70 years since first jet engine test at AEDC—The payoff to nearly a decade of groundwork and work on the ground was realized 70 years ago with the push of a switch. On May 3, 1954, the first turb...
- + A father’s life lessons to help grow a career—For Claire Reich, an administrative support specialist for U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, or DEVCOM, G4, Logistics, civil service ...
- + Partners, Allies mark conclusion of first AMFS/NILS-A combined event in Accra, Ghana—ACCRA, Ghana (May 2, 2024) Military and governmental leaders from 41 nations marked the conclusion of the first combined African Maritime Forces Summi...
- + Spotlight: FRCSW's Materials Lab Machine Shop—At Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW), the Materials Lab Machine Shop stands as a cornerstone of innovation and precision engineering. Four inte...
- + Photo Story: USFWS stocks more than 15,000 rainbow trout in Fort McCoy’s waterways for 2024 fishing season, Part III—U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) employees stock rainbow trout April 23, 2024, in Big Sandy Lake on South Post at Fort McCoy, Wis. [Author: Chri...
- + Photo Story: USFWS stocks more than 15,000 rainbow trout in Fort McCoy’s waterways for 2024 fishing season, Part II—U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) employees stock rainbow trout April 23, 2024, in Big Sandy Lake on South Post at Fort McCoy, Wis. [Author: Scot...
- + Fort Drum community members of all faiths observe National Day of Prayer—Fort Drum community members gathered inside The Peak to share a meal, fellowship, and the power of collective prayer May 2 during the National Day of ...
- + From Military Brat to USACE Engineer: Mary Edling—In college, Mary Edling was a social sciences major considering a career as a diplomat and writing a thesis on slavery in Sudan. At the time, a career...
- + Fort Buchanan prepares for hurricane season—Leaders and staff members conducted a tabletop exercise on May 1 at the Puerto Rico National Guard compound to coordinate the response of the only Uni...
- + 908th Airlift Wing Quarterly Award Winners: 1st Quarter 2024—The 908th Airlift Wing announced its quarterly awards winners for the first quarter of 2024, following a board held Sunday April 14, 2024, at Maxwell ...
- + Barnes Airman competes in Massachusetts National Guard’s 2024 best warrior competition, boosts physical fitness and mental toughness—BARNES AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Massachusetts – Senior Airman Tenzin Dakar, 104th Medical Group airspace medical technician, competed in the 2024 Mass...
- + 124th Airmen participate in Advanced Ready Training, strengthening ACE—Thirty-three Airmen from the 124th Fighter Wing, Idaho Air National Guard, participated in an Advanced Ready Training exercise March 4-8 at Gowen Fiel...
- + USS Gabrielle Giffords (LCS 10) Blue Crew Conducts Change of Command—SAN DIEGO -- Cmdr. Phillip Herndl was relieved by Cmdr. Matthew Harris as commanding officer of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Gabr...
- + Coastal restoration project gives threatened coastal plant another chance Learn how it was achieved!—Back in 2000, Dag Madara, a geographer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District was walking on Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, the locatio...
- + Always Ready, Already There: The Army Prepositioned Stock-2—The Army Prepositioned Stock-2 (APS-2) program is the logistical foundation of the U.S. Army Europe’s commitment to readiness, capability, and regiona...
- + Photo Story: Wisconsin Challenge Academy at Fort McCoy—Cadets in the Wisconsin Challenge Academy participate in training April 23, 2024, on the cantonment area at Fort McCoy, Wis. [Author: Scott Sturkol]
- + Lea Adams Takes the Helm at Hydrologic Engineering Center—Introducing Lea Adams, appointed Director of the Hydrologic Engineering Center (HEC) on April 1, 2024, whose career trajectory reflects a steadfast co...
- + Readiness Challenge X - EOD Spotlight—Last week, Explosive Ordnance Disposal personnel from the United States Air Force, Army, and Marines participated in Readiness Challenge X. EOD techni...
- + NAS Sigonella, U.K. RAF unveil new facility in Lossiemouth—U.S. Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, in partnership with the United Kingdom Royal Air Force (RAF) Lossiemouth, unveiled a new U.S. wash facility an...
- + 104FW Airmen attend Nellis Air Force Base for weapons school integration exercise, test new air combat tactics—BARNES AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Massachusetts – Members of the 104th Fighter Wing attended the two-week USAF weapons school integration exercise from ...
- + 104th Fighter Wing holds second annual Norwegian Foot March—BARNES AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Massachusetts – Nearly 100 Airmen, soldiers, and other military personnel participated in Barnes’ second annual Norweg...
- + Military Shoppers Collected More than $600,000 in Prizes in 2023 through Exchange Sweepstakes—Those Army & Air Force Exchange Service perks add up! Shoppers won more than $600,000 in exclusive Exchange sweepstakes in 2023. Read more on how ...
- + Photo Story: Fort McCoy completes 2024 fish surveys, Part I—Watershed management biologists and specialists with Colorado State University conduct a fish survey April 23, 2024, at Big Sandy Lake on South Post a...
- + Fort McCoy completes fish surveys to help improve post’s fisheries management—Every year, watershed management biologists and specialists with the Colorado State University’s Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands...
- + Marines Drive Modernization Efforts with In-House CBM+ Capability—Marine Corps Systems Command’s Product Manager Maintenance Support Systems, or MSS, has expanded the CBM+ minimum viable product, which originated at ...
- + Local San Antonio honorary commanders take flight—On April 26, 2024, a significant milestone was reached in a series of military experiences facilitated through the 340th Flying Training Group Honorar...
- + Rivas Earns Military Excellence Award at Recruit Training Command—Seaman Apprentice Roy Rivas, Jr., graduated as the top Sailor from Recruit Training Command, earning the Military Excellence Award (MEA) May 2, 2024. ...
- + Spouse and Family Forum highlights relocation, sponsorship resources—The Air Force Materiel Command hosted a virtual Spouse and Family forum, May 1, highlighting sponsorship and relocation resources available to support...
- + Readiness Challenge X - To The Horse!—At Readiness Challenge X, the 801 RED HORSE Training Squadron (RHTS) is responsible for delivering, directing, and evaluating the real-world exercises...
- + Team Mildenhall inducts 2024 Honorary Commanders—Local community members participated in the Royal Air Force Mildenhall Honorary Commander induction ceremony at Middleton Hall on RAF Mildenhall, Engl...
- + Age 45 or Older? Screen for Colorectal Cancer With TRICARE—Colorectal cancer is on the rise in people under 50 in the United States. Recent guidelines state that anyone at average risk for colorectal cancer sh...
- + USARIEM investigates a way for service members to remain effective in the cold—A USARIEM researcher is investigating the use of vascular conditioning as a countermeasure meant to improve manual dexterity in uncomfortably cold tem...
- + USACE Middle East District Recognized for Student Outreach—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Middle East District (TAM) was recently named to the Virginia School Boards Association Honor Roll in r...
- + Selflessness and service- Airman credits volunteerism for growth and success—U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Walker, 86th Communications Squadron network operations technician, is tasked with the vital responsibility of overseeing...
- + Legendary 353rd CACOM Commander Honored—A U.S. Army Civil Affairs Officer whose work in World War II was the subject of an award winning book, a Broadway play and a movie was honored at the ...
- + VP-4 and VP-8 Locate Sailors who were Lost At Sea in the Pacific Ocean—VP-4 and VP-8 Locate Sailors who were Lost At Sea in the Pacific Ocean
- + NSA Souda Bay memorializes NMCB-14—Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay and Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Europe Africa Central (EURAFCENT) service members and...
- + Pioneering Cancer Therapy: Unveiling New Possibilities in Military Health—Unprecedented Cancer Treatment Emerges on the Military Medical Front In the fight against aggressive lymphoma cancer, the Hematology/Oncology team ...
- + IWTC Monterey Changes Commander—Cmdr. Miles Alvarez relieved Cmdr. Matthew Dalton as commanding officer of Information Warfare Training Command (IWTC) Monterey during a change of com...
- + Safety: The throughline of the Francis Scott Key Bridge response—In the response for the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, safety is paramount to the success of the Unified Command's response. [Author: Joshua Voda]
- + VP-10 Deploys to 7th Fleet—04.08.2024 By U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist First Class Ashley Guire
- + MSCoE senior leaders award Soldier’s Medal for life-saving actions at area gas station—For his part in saving the life of a motorist at an off-post gas station in 2021, Maneuver Support Center of Excellence senior leaders presented Sgt. ...
- + Fort Leonard Wood Army civilian bonds with her Korean War-veteran father during honor flight—Lisa Shattuck, a Fort Leonard Wood Security Specialist, escorted her Korean War-veteran father April 27 on a one-day sightseeing trip to Washington, D...
- + Single act brings students, parent together—Families and students crowded the lawns behind C.C. Pinckney Elementary School to celebrate the Month of the Military Child, April 26. The event ca...
- + A 'ruthless demand for excellence'—Ninety-eight Soldiers stood at Hilton Field, April 26, to be recognized as experts in their fields after undergoing two weeks of rigorous training and...
- + 'Godfather' of Finance Corps enters hall of fame—“The Godfather” of the Finance Corps will be a permanent fixture with the Finance and Comptroller School at Fort Jackson. Retired Command Sgt. Maj....
- + Horsing around: CYS hosts Family Fun Fair—Fort Jackson Child and Youth Services held a special event for our youngest heroes to celebrate the Month of the Military Child – the Family Fun Fair,...
- + Maude Lecture Series returns—Fort Jackson officers and enlisted Soldiers including Col. Mark Huhtanen, deputy commanding officer, and Col. Timothy Hickman, garrison commander, lis...
- + VP-5 Continues To Strengthen Interoperability and Partnership with India Navy in Tiger Triumph 2024—INDIA NAVAL AIR STATION RAJALI, India –“Mad Foxes” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 5 participated in Tiger Triumph 2024 (TT24) from 18 to 31 March
- + 12th MLR Marine, Alaska Native, Earns Third Meritorious Promotion—CAMP HANSEN, OKINAWA, JAPAN - U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Brenden B. Kuhlmann, an artillery electronics technician with 12th Marine Littoral Regiment...
- + Guam National Guard launches State Partnership with Palau—In a historic ceremony at the Ngarachamayong Cultural Center in downtown Koror, Palau President Surangel Whipps, Jr., Guam Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero, and...
- + APS-2 grid set in Czechia for DEFENDER 24, ready for issue to WV Army National Guard—An Army Prepositioned Stocks-2 staging grid is set at Libava, ready to issue an entire cavalry APS-2 equipment set to the 1st Squadron, 150th Cavalry ...
- + APS-2 grid set in Czechia for DEFENDER 24, cavalry set ready for issue to WV National Guard—An Army Prepositioned Stocks-2 staging grid is set at Libava, ready to issue an entire cavalry APS-2 equipment set to the 1st Squadron, 150th Cavalry ...
- + USAG Rheinland-Pfalz honors dedicated employees at quarterly recognition ceremony—U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz hosted its quarterly employee awards and recognition ceremony at the Rheinlander Community Center in Baumholder, Ap...
- + USS Higgins and Republic of Korea Navy War Fighting Exchange—The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) participated in a warfighting exchange with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy at ...
- + Kadena, local communities celebrate America Fest 2024—Kadena Air Base has geared up once again and opened its gates to the Okinawan community for America Fest, April 27, 2024 for the second year in a row....
- + NAVFAC Europe Africa Central Hosts USO Taste of Home Event—Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Europe Africa Central (EURAFCENT) teamed up with the Naples-area United Service Organizations (USO) and N...
- + CNMI and JRM Convene Inaugural Environmental Stewardship Working Group—ASAN, Guam (April 22, 2024) – The Department of Defense (DoD) along with the Government of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) con...
- + U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa and Educational & Developmental Intervention Services (EDIS) Know: It Takes a Village—Friday, 26 April, EDIS held a developmental screening event on Camp Kinser. Educational and Developmental Intervention Services is a department of the...
- + Pride of the Pack: Senior Airman Bernard Freeman—KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Senior Airman Bernard Freeman, 8th Force Support Squadron personnel systems manager, is recognized as Pride of t...
- + Nurturing Communities: U.S., Philippines share ideas during Civil-Military Operations SMEE—Service members from the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps gathered at the Armed Forces of the Philippines Civil-Military Operations school to conduct a...
- + Nurturing Communities: U.S., Philippines share ideas during Civil Military Operations SMEE—Service members from the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps gathered at the Armed Forces of the Philippines Civil Military Operations school to conduct a...
- + 2024 2ID Best Squad Competition—CAMP CASEY, Republic of Korea – Eight teams, each with five members, are competing to earn the title of the Best Squad of the 2nd Infantry Division/RO...
- + Eighth Army hosts junior officers from Korea, Japan for Trilateral Symposium—Junior officers from the Republic of Korea Army and Japan Ground Self Defense Force visited Camp Humphreys, South Korea, as part of the annual Trilate...
- + FIDAE 2024—More than 150 U.S. Airmen attended and performed at an airshow in Santiago, Chile, April 9-14, 2024. [Author: Airman 1st Class William Finn]
- + Steel Connections: Filipino-American Marine Champions Classroom Construction—Barrion, a combat engineer based out of Camp Pendleton, Calif., spearheaded an eight-week project between the Philippine Army’s 513th Engineering Cons...
- + Enduring Partners 2024 begins with airmen exchange between Thailand, U.S.—The second iteration of Enduring Partners commenced with an opening ceremony officiated by Royal Thai Air Force Group Captain Sithipol Pomtri, Endurin...
- + Command Assessment Program aligns with Human Resources Command—The Command Assessment Program begins alignment with U.S. Army Human Resources Command at Fort Knox, Kentucky on May 1, 2024. CAP will fall under the...
- + Fairchild Airmen return from first AFFORGEN deployment—Airmen assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing returned to Fairchild Air Force Base from Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, beginning April 6, 2024. The 92n...
- + New Leader Takes the Reins of Stagecoach Battalion—Friends, family and Stagecoach Soldiers of the 68th Division Sustainment Support Battalion said goodbye to Lt. Col. Charles T. Greene, as he relinquis...
- + Soldier Spotlight: Pfc. Carley Paschal—Pfc. Carley Paschal is on her first annual training in Mobile, Alabama. [Author: Sgt. Jordan Arnold]
- + Spotlight: Travis Wilsey – Tulsa District Flood Plain Manager—TULSA, Okla. — Tulsa District Corps of Engineers Flood Plain Manager, Travis Wilsey, attended Oklahoma State University where he received a Bachelor o...
- + 908th AW April 2024 in Review—The 908th Airlift Wing reached some major milestones during its busy month of April. [Author: Bradley Clark]
- + Walter Reed Receives Top "A" Grade for Patient Safety from Leapfrog Group—BETHESDA, Maryland — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center is proud to announce that it has received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, May...
- + Photo Story: USFWS stocks more than 15,000 rainbow trout in Fort McCoy’s waterways for 2024 fishing season, Part I—U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) employees stock rainbow trout April 23, 2024, in Big Sandy Lake on South Post at Fort McCoy, Wis. [Author: Scot...
- + Quick response of heroic Airmen prevents tragic outcome—While deployed to the 332 Air Expeditionary Wing, three Airmen from the 4th and 21st Civil Engineer Squadron saved the life of a coworker who severed ...
- + TRICARE Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers to 29 Additional Counties in Texas due to Storm Damage—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced it has expanded emergency prescription refills for TRICARE beneficiaries in 29 additional...
- + Fort Drum, New York-based team wins all-Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal Competition—FORT LIBERTY, N.C. – A U.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal team from Fort Drum, New York, won first place in the all-Army EOD Team of the Year Compe...
- + Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune wins its 10th Environmental Restoration Award—Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune Environmental Management Division (EMD) was recently awarded the 2024 Secretary of the Navy Environmental Award f...
- + Hometown Hero Returns to High School Alma Mater to Inspire Students—NEW ORLEANS — U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Kendra M. St Helen, arrives to her alma mater at Central Lafourche High School, Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 9:...
- + AF researchers design, build, fly autonomous aircraft in 24 hours—Three-person team took on task of evaluating how to rapidly adapt small UASs, their technology and payloads based on the need and environment. [Author...
- + DSCA Deputy Director attends FIDAE 2024—From April 8-10, 2024, DSCA Deputy Director Mike Miller participated in the biennial International Air and Space Fair (FIDAE) in Santiago, Chile. [Aut...
- + Relationship retreat offers tools to create lasting connections—Army couples from Fort Hunter Liggett (FHL) and Parks Reserve Forces Training Area (PRFTA) spent a day and half in April 2024 learning how to better u...
- + NUWC Division Newport engineers assist robotics team at FIRST World Championship—Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport engineers assisted the Aquidneck Island Robotics (AIR) FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Team 78,...
- + USS Charleston (LCS 18) Conducts Change of Command—SAN DIEGO – Cmdr. Nellie Wang relieved Cmdr. Matthew Knuth as Commanding Officer of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS ...
- + NY Air Guard's 139th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron wins top award for second time—SCOTIA, New York --The New York Air National Guard’s 139th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, a part of the 109th Airlift Wing, was named the best in th...
- + Nine Military Hospitals Receive Highest Leapfrog Grade for Safe, High-Quality Care—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced today that nine military hospitals received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, demons...
- + A Friendly Face at the Pier: Jacksonville Logisticians Support USS George Washington Transit Around S. America—When USS George Washington (CVN 73) pulls into ports in South America this summer, there will be a couple of familiar faces at the pier. Contracting o...
- + New Land Component Commander excited to continue serving in Washington Army National Guard—On April 6, the Washington Army National Guard welcomed their newest Land Component Commander, Brig. Gen. Michael Ake, during a change of command cere...
- + LRD teammate earns prestigious award—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division is pleased to honor Charles Sawyer, Ph.D., for his remarkable achievement in rece...
- + SHARP/SAPR month observed globally—This year, DLIFLC’s Language Training Detachments from across the globe shared their photos and thoughts on SAAPM. [Author: Tamara Cario]
- + Maryland Air Guardsman wins Air Force-level innovation award—A Maryland Air National Guard Airmen was awarded an Air Force-level award for innovation that helps improve efficiency and operational readiness at th...
- + ASC’s Support Operations enables 24/7 global Army readiness—ASC’s Support Operations enables 24/7 global Army readiness [Author: Greg Wilson]
- + McAlester Army Ammunition Plant hosts its first annual career day event—McAlester Army Ammunition Plant hosted it's first annual career day with over 100 students in attendance on 24, April 2024. [Author: Julia Hawkins]
- + 21st TSC hosts historic Field Hospital Exercise from Army Prepositioned Stocks—BAUMHOLDER, Germany – The 30th Medical Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command is proud to announce they will host a media day for their hospital ex...
- + A time to remember and celebrate—Every year on May 4 to 5 – Remembrance Day and Liberation Day – the Kingdom of the Netherlands joins together to remember victims of war and reflect o...
- + Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Celebrates Charette Building 25th Anniversary—Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) hosted the 25th Anniversary celebration of the Charette Health Care Center, or Building 2, April 30. [Author: C...
- + My DCMA: Matthew Trickey, quality assurance specialist—Matthew Trickey has been a part of the DCMA team for more than five years. [Author: Tonya Johnson]
- + First in Global Strike: Whiteman's new full-time victim advocates—The Whiteman Air Force Base Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team recently became the first in Air Force Global Strike Command to fully staff th...
- + ShOC-N goes under construction—The 805th Combat Training Squadron, better known as the Shadow Operations Center – Nellis (ShOC-N), began construction on their main facility on Nelli...
- + Naval test pilot school students evaluate Orion handling qualities at NASA—Test pilots under instruction from the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School tested the NASA Orion spacecraft's interface to evaluate and help improve the syst...
- + 52nd FW hosts Third Air Force immersion tour—The Third Air Force commander and members of his senior staff visited the 52nd Fighter Wing, April 29, for the first time since the Numbered Air Force...
- + USAMMC-E’s top female Soldier honors mother’s memory in service—KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany -- U.S. Army Maj. Brenda S. Sumner joined the military as a tribute to her late mother, following her unexpected death in 1999...
- + Army Reserve division teaches children during Earth Day celebration—JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. – The U.S. Army Reserve’s 99th Readiness Division celebrated Earth Day at division headquarters here April 25 d...
- + Cherry Point Clinic Celebrates Sailors of the Quarter—Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the accomplishments and service of Sailors serving aboard the facility Tuesday, April 30 during a luncheon...
- + Shipyard Trivia: Locomotive Cranes – Steel Wheeled Beasts of Burden—While trains are important for moving heavy loads, that was not the only thing that was changing around the yard. The turn of the century also witness...
- + NAVSUP FLC Norfolk Sailors Take Part in Elementary School Career Fair—NAVSUP FLC Norfolk had a great time with children at an elementary school career fair. The command has a long standing relationship with Oceanair Elem...
- + USACE Division CSM Visits Buffalo District, Recognizes Service—The Buffalo District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was visited by Command Sgt. Maj. Clifton Morehouse, CSM for USACE and the Transatlantic Divis...
- + FRCE restores historic aircraft to former glory—Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) artisans recently had the rare opportunity to restore a piece of aviation history for display onboard Marine Corps ...
- + First impressions matter: AMLC launches comprehensive onboarding program—FORT DETRICK, Md. -- A group of Army Civilians filed into the command conference room at U.S. Army Medical Logistics Command. As the latest crop of AM...
- + Shipyard Spotlight: Catherine Weeks – Beneath a Marvelous Career—Beneath the surface of NNSY lies a hidden world—unnoticed by many—comprising a labyrinth of underground systems and services crucial to daily operatio...
- + Do you Know the Difference Between Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day?—In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it's easy to overlook the significance of certain holidays, especially those like Armed Forces Day, Memorial ...
- + Gold Star Awareness Month—Every year, our nation's military personnel make selfless sacrifices to protect our freedoms and defend our country. Behind these courageous men and w...
- + A Magical Night for the Rota Community at Rota Elementary School: School hosts second annual Social-Emotional Wellness Family Night—Building on last year’s success, Rota Elementary School hosted its second annual Social-Emotional Wellness (SEW) Family Night at the school campus, Ap...
- + The PCS Project: Art Representing our Diverse Community—The life of a military child is a mix of colors, cultures, sounds, countries, and feelings. Rota Elementary School’s English as a Second Language (ESO...
- + CYP Training Days: Why are They Necessary?—Navy Child & Youth Programs (CYP) require a robust training curriculum for staff to provide high-quality care for children aged six weeks to teens...
- + Into the Water: NJROTC Cadets Learn about Helicopter Underwater Egress Training—Thirty-five Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) cadets from Rota Middle/High School toured, tried on gear, and observed a live demonst...
- + Team Rota: Mikhail DaCosta—Mikhail DaCosta is the bowling manager for Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) on Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota, Spain. His daily duties include oversi...
- + 39th Air Base Wing stands up new contingency center—The Airmen of the 39th Logistics Readiness Squadron recently stood up a new contingency center, here, at no cost to the 39th Air Base Wing. The Titan ...
- + Bored into Greatness—A deployment is any movement from a military service member's home station to somewhere outside the continental U.S. and its territories. Throughout a...
- + FEAD Rota Awards $7.7M to Repair Waterfront Area Fuel Supply Lines at NAVSTA Rota, Spain—Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Europe Africa Central, Facilities Engineering and Acquisition Division (FEAD) Rota, Spain awarde...
- + USS Carney transits the Strait of Gibraltar—The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) transited the Strait of Gibraltar and entered the Mediterranean Sea, Apr. 30, 202...
- + 7th MDG exhibits innovative advancements during Hazard Spear—The 7th Medical Group (MDG) showcased significant advancements in aeromedical operations during Hazard Spear, a multi-mission exercise conducted by th...
- + U.S. Coast Guard hosts congressional delegation in Guam—SANTA RITA, Guam — On April 26, 2024, the team at U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam and Base Guam hosted a distinguished Congressional De...
- + The Wolf Pack celebrates MXG civilian’s 40 years of service—This year, the Wolf Pack recognized Yon Ok Song’s 40 years of service at Kunsan Air Base. As a maintenance system specialist, Song collects and analyz...
- + Chaplain Corps Building Strong and Ready Teams Program Helps PRFTA Residents Make Sense of Their Finances—Fifteen members of the Parks Reserve Forces Training Area (PRFTA) community graduated from the two-month-long Financial Peace University hosted by the...
- + ARFL's innovative solutions enhance Exercise AR 24-1, maximizing Air Force kill chain efficiency—As the Indo-Pacific faces numerous strategic security challenges posed by a competitor that possesses growing and ever-changing capabilities, the dema...
- + Fort Hamilton Workforce Bolsters Readiness—U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton workforce attended a two-day onsite training event April 18-19, 2024, at the Fort Hamilton Community Club, led by the...
- + Innovative Union Agreement Brings Midwest Construction Workforce to Bear on SECNAV Shipbuilding Priorities—Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro sent his Senior Advisor, Steve Brock, as his representative at the signing of the National Ship Building Supplem...
- + MCAS Miramar Hand Crew Activates for Semper Durus—The MCAS Miramar Wildland Firefighting Hand Crew was activated during Exercise Semper Durus April 24, 2024. [Author: 2nd Lt. Jacoby Hawkins]
- + Tulsa District’s Raef Perryman joins national stewardship advisory team—TULSA, Okla. — As a member of the stewardship advisory team, Raef Perryman hopes to help shape and enhance the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' environme...
- + Coffee drive-through fosters community togetherness—Yuma Proving Ground’s (YPG) helping agencies hosted a S.A.F.E. Coffee Drive-Thru event for YPG residents to show what resources are available on post ...
- + From F-16 Avionics Maintenance to Caring for Infants of Military Families—My journey at Beale Air Force Base began in the hot summer of 2007 when my family and I had a permanent change of duty station (PCS) from Cannon AFB, ...
- + Navy Expeditionary Medical Unit completes seven-month deployment supporting Middle East operations—Expeditionary Medical Unit 10 Gulf (EMU 10G) recently concluded a vital seven-month deployment in support of Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) in the M...
- + Iowa Air Guard support dog, and Chaplain reunite following six month deployment—After a six month deployment, Chaplain, Lt. Col. Stephen Peters reunited with his dog Adele at the Iowa Air National Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing...
- + Oklahoma Army National Guardsmen compete for the state’s Best Warrior—Staff Sgt. Brock Wilson and Spc. Johnson Holcomb claimed the titles of Noncommissioned Officer of the Year and Soldier of the Year at the 2024 Oklahom...
- + AMC’s New STRATO-gy: Industry Partnerships Advance KC-135 Maintenance Technology—As the Air Force continues to reshape, refocus and reoptimize to deter and prevail during the Great Power Competition, innovation and sustainability h...
- + Crewsin’ in 2024 Challenge a success at NMRTC Bremerton—By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- It was a friendly competition designed to individually motivate and collectively enc...
- + Air Force’s 582nd Helicopter Group trains at OCTC—The Air Force’s 582nd Helicopter Group, conducted aerial gunnery training at the Orchard Combat Training Center April 15-26 to ensure its pilots and f...
- + Air Force’s 582nd Helicopter Group trains at OCTC—The Air Force’s 582nd Helicopter Group, conducted aerial gunnery training at the Orchard Combat Training Center April 15-26 to ensure its pilots and f...
- + Army Civilian Reflects Upon 36 Years of Service at Fort Hamilton—Paula B. Nardone, who retired after 36.5 years of federal civilian service, received the Civilian Service Commendation Medal from U.S. Army Col. Brian...
- + Five named Fort Sill Volunteer of the Year—Fort Sill recognized the 2024 volunteers of the year April 18, 2024, during Volunteer Week at the historic Patriot Club. The ceremony honored volunte...
- + AMC senior enlisted advisor visits Sierra Army Depot—The senior enlisted leader of the U.S. Army’s major command responsible for precision sustainment, gained a greater understanding of Sierra Army Depot...
- + PMRF Holds Earth Day Event—KEKAHA, Hawaii – Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF), Barking Sands, holds it's annual Earth Day event April 26. Elementary school students and PMRF...
- + Partners, Allies gather in Ghana for African Maritime Forces Summit, Naval Infantry Leaders Symposium-Africa—Governmental and military leaders from more than 40 countries on four continents kicked off the second annual African Maritime Forces Summit (AMFS) an...
- + Courage to Speak Up—Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow's Behavioral Health and Family Advocacy Program collaborated to bring guest speakers in to speak to Marines and ci...
- + APG conducts full-scale exercise—By Quentin Johnson APG Garrison PAO ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. – APG tested its emergency response time, recovery systems, and capabilities duri...
- + Local hero celebrates 100th birthday—MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. – Celebrating the centennial birthday of a local hero, Moody Air Force Base shines the spotlight on James Herring, a retired...
- + Air Force committed to supporting members experiencing infertility—Infertility impacts 1 in 5 women according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and amongst Airmen and Guardians, about 17% reported the...
- + USS Stout Provides Medical Assistance to Merchant Vessel at Sea—ATLANTIC OCEAN, April 29, 2024 – While underway in the Atlantic Ocean during routine operations with Carrier Strike Group Eight (CSG-8), the guided mi...
- + US Army South, joint force and multinational planners prepare for Exercise PANAMAX 2024 with crisis planning conference—U.S. Army South hosted Joint Force planners and military representatives from five South American countries for a crisis planning conference at the Es...
- + Dual Use Technologies Discussed at Navy’s Inaugural Inland Empire Innovation Summit—The Navy’s inaugural Inland Empire Innovation Summit was held April 23, in Riverside, Calif., bringing together more than 325 participants from the De...
- + NAVSUP Business Systems Center Meets the Fleet in Hampton Roads—NORFOLK, Va. -- Thirty-four military and civilian personnel from Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Business Systems Center (BSC) in Mechanicsburg,...
- + Crooked River Lock reopens on time for 2024 season—ALANSON, Mich. — The Crooked River Lock in Alanson, Michigan will open today, April 29, for the 2024 recreational boating season after undergoing a se...
- + CNRMA’s FFSC Teaches 'Raising Financially Responsible Kids’—Sailors, assigned to local Hampton Roads commands, attended a finance class held at Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic’s Norfolk Fleet and Family Sup...
- + COL BOBBY M. GINN, JR. PROMOTED TO BRIGADIER GENERAL—CAMP SHELBY, Miss. – Family, friends, and service members from the Mississippi National Guard, Tennessee National Guard, and Virginia National Guard f...
- + ‘What we do here matters’: Smithville Lake conducts vital periodic inspection of dam to ensure safety—It’s not every day that the stilling basin at Smithville Dam sits empty. However, before an inspection of the structure can be completed, it must be e...
- + Civilian Corps Celebrates Leadership Transition and Seven Years of Service—The Navy Medicine Civilian Corps marked a milestone today with a ceremony at the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) celebrating its seventh annive...
- + Medics at Fort Drum train to remain on forefront of combat casualty care—Combat medics with the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade honed their lifesaving skills during brigade combat team tactical trauma (BCT3) training April 22-...
- + After overcoming injury, WCAP wrestler vies for Olympics with heavy heart—Sgt. Areana Villaescusa thought she had already endured the worst setbacks of her life — until January 2024. That’s when, without one last chance t...
- + Moody AFB Celebrates Arbor Day—The 23rd Civil Engineering Squadron invited children to participate in the annual ceremony – this collaborative effort aimed to ignite an appreciation...
- + Global Strike Command wins CE Readiness Challenge X—A team of Air Force Global Strike Command civil engineers hoisted the Readiness Challenge X winner’s trophy April 26 after a grueling six-day competit...
- + Community members go ‘Around and About’ Fort Drum—Dozens of community members took the first Around and About Fort Drum Tour on April 29, presented as both a glimpse into 10th Mountain Division (LI) a...
- + Outstanding H2F programs recognized at Symposium—Similar to previous years, the 2024 Holistic Health and Fitness Symposium has a packed schedule, with presentations from Army senior leaders, experts ...
- + From Bugs to Bridges: A Biologist’s Dedication Shines in Baltimore Harbor Crisis—USACE Biologist Embraces Adaptability and Passion in Her Role as Operations Liaison for the Key Bridge Response Team [Author: Jeremy Todd]
- + Legends of airpower honored at 2024 Gathering of Eagles event—The Air Command and Staff College elective, Gathering of Eagles, is set to host its annual capstone event at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, May 7-10...
- + Innovative Deployment Training to Employ Mission Ready Airmen—The Installation Deployment and Readiness Cell developed the Expeditionary Readiness Training course to ensure deployment-eligible Airmen can adapt an...
- + Walter Reed’s Diabetic Nurse Educator Receives Values in Action Recognition—Traci M. Carter, the pediatric diabetes nurse educator at Walter Reed National Medical Center (WRNMMC) and the Alexander T. Augusta Medical Center at ...
- + Recognizing Resilience: Brody and Macie Coyle—Every year throughout April, the Department of Defense recognizes the unique challenges that military children face. As of 2023, 39% of servicemembers...
- + Meet Will Hinton - U.S. Army Soldier & 2024 Olympian—Staff Sgt. Will Hinton started in competitive shooting from a young age. He came from a family of shooters and hunters, and now, he will be hunting fo...
- + Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Off-Yard Carrier Team Shows Appreciation for Jobs Well Done—Over the past year, Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s (NNSY) Off-Yard Carrier Team (OYCT) has executed 19 short maintenance periods (windows of opportunities);...
- + Caroline Aqueduct Cleaned by NSA Naples Volunteers—Naples volunteers arrived at the Caroline Aqueduct in Valle di Maddaloni to clean the area of refuse. [Author: Josephine Schneider]
- + Commander, test pilots evaluate new electric aircraft—Test pilots flew the twin-seat Electro with an instructor for approximately 45 minutes each consisting of pattern work, area maneuvering, and stalls. ...
- + 86th MXS, 435th CRSS hosts Senegal air force—The 86th Maintenance Squadron and 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron hosted five representatives from the Senegalese air force April 23-26, 2...
- + Resilience: a Castaneda family affair—FORT KNOX, Ky. – Hardships like moving frequently, starting over at a new school, and being apart from a loved one for long periods of time are a comm...
- + Submarine Squadron SIX Conducts Change of Command—Submarine Squadron SIX conducted a change of command ceremony April 25, onboard Naval Station Norfolk. [Author: Petty Officer 1st Class Cameron Stoner...
- + CECOS Hosts Integrated Compliance and Environmental Management System Auditing Course in Naples, Italy—The U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps Officers School (CECOS) recently conducted the Integrated Compliance and Environmental Management System (EMS) Audi...
- + 700 New York Army National Guard Soldiers heading to North Africa—LATHAM, NEW YORK -- Seven hundred New York Army National Guard Soldiers will take part a multi-national training exercise in Tunisia and Morocco in Ma...
- + Tyndall leads the way in Air Force eco-conscious fire protection—In 2024, Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, became the first Air Force installation to transition to the fluorine-free foam within its fire departments,...
- + Code 600 Wins NNSY OPSEC Award—Congratulations to the Norfolk Naval Shipyard Comptroller Department (Code 600) and their OPSEC Coordinator Anthony Knoch and Assistant Coordinator Tr...
- + Installation observes first Fort Gregg-Adams Day—U.S. Army Fort Gregg-Adams celebrated its first annual Fort Gregg-Adams Day April 26, culminating in a luncheon with speeches by local leaders and an ...
- + Government service a family affair for JMC’s Russell—Lexie Russell was recently named the Fiscal Year 24 1st Quarter JMC Headquarters Employee of the Quarter. [Author: Matthew Wheaton]
- + Hiring Our Heroes visits RAF Mildenhall—In coordination with Hiring Our Heroes, the Royal Air Force Mildenhall Military & Family Readiness Center organized a career fair at the Galaxy Cl...
- + Service, Sacrifice and Self-discovery—Anacta was born and raised in the city of Taguig, where he recalls living the life of any ordinary child in the 90’s. When he wasn’t in school, he spe...
- + Ramstein hosts career summit—RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany – Every day is someone’s last day in uniform. That’s why Ramstein Air Base hosted a career summit on April 23, 2024. [Au...
- + DoDEA Bahrain Student Named Europe Military Youth of the Year—MANAMA, Bahrain – Capt. Zachariah Aperauch, commanding officer of Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain and Cmdr. Jimmy Harmon, NSA Bahrain’s executive...
- + 51st FW stands strong for SAAPM: Empowering awareness—The 51st Fighter Wing annually recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and continues to provide 24/7 support to victims, while educat...
- + Radiology technologists provide a closer look through medical imaging—As a technician you press buttons, but as a technologist, you learn the ins and outs of the technology. This is the part of her job that Staff Sgt. An...
- + Croation army conducts mil-to-mil APS-2 maintenance exchange with AFSBn-Africa in Italy—For the third year in a row, Army Field Support Battalion-Africa, located at Leghorn Army Depot in Livorno, executed a bilateral military-to-military ...
- + Fort McCoy celebrates Army Reserve’s 116th birthday with special celebration—Fort McCoy celebrated the Army Reserve’s 116th birthday April 23 with a special celebration at McCoy’s Community Center in combination with the instal...
- + Japanese civic leaders fly with 374 AW—Over 20 Japanese civic leaders from the community surrounding Yokota Air Base took to the skies in C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 374th Airlift...
- + MCAS Miramar and 3rd MAW Marines support research on women in the armed forces—MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, Calif.— U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Air Station Miramar and the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing hosted the Defense Advis...
- + USFWS stocks more than 15,000 rainbow trout in Fort McCoy’s waterways for 2024 fishing season—The 2024 fishing season at Fort McCoy is going to be well stocked with fish as anglers have several thousand more reasons to fish on post after worker...
- + Bellows Air Force Station continues conservation effort—WAIMANALO, Hawaii – Bellows Air Force Station is home to a diverse ecosystem of plants and animals along a stunning stretch of shoreline. In an ongoin...
- + Japan teen gains insight, personal growth through Military Youth of the Year competition—CAMP ZAMA, Japan – Asiel Morales fell short of being named the 2024 Military Youth of the Year, but what he learned about himself during the competiti...
- + VP-10 Deploys to 7th Fleet—VP-10 Deploys to 7th Fleet 4.8.2024 By U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist First Class Ashley Guire NAVAL AIR FACILITY MISAWA, J...
- + In Our Nature: Marine Corps Base Hawaii celebrates Earth Month—Marine Corps Base Hawaii - Throughout the month of April, in celebration of Earth Month, Marine Corps Base Hawaii’s Environmental Compliance and Prote...
- + Suppressing Fire(s): The water cannons on Crater Range and what goes into maintaining them—Marine Corps Base Hawaii - The Ulupa’u Crater Range serves as an integral part of military training operations for the Marines aboard Marine Corps Bas...
- + Protecting the Youth: MCBH PMO instructs D.A.R.E. program—Marine Corps Base Hawaii – In a fast-paced world full of uncertainty and risks, the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program teaches student...
- + The Enforcers Inactivate—The 13th Military Police Detachment, 728th Military Police Battalion, cased its colors and inactivated in a ceremony on Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Ap...
- + PB&J Snackdown—SAN DIEGO – Two Sailors assigned to amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) were crowned the winners of the second annual Armed Forces Peanut B...
- + DECA Alumnus Teaches Navy Leadership at ICDC 2024—ANAHEIM, Calif. – Commander, Navy Recruiting Command (CNRC) partnered with DECA, which is formally known as “An Association of Marketing Students,” to...
- + Honoring Our Heroes: Naval Special Warfare Veterans’ Honor Flight Journey to DC—SAN DIEGO – Ninety Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Vietnam War veterans and their accompanying “guardians” flew to Washington D.C. for Honor Flight San Di...
- + DESRON 15 Hosts Spouse Conference—Commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 hosted its first Annual Spouse Conference Week in Yokosuka, Japan April 15th Yokosuka, Japan.
- + 38th CEIG, 688th Cyberspace Wing releases Microsoft PowerShell tool to the public—The Automation section of 38th Cyberspace Engineering Installation Group (38 CEIG), 688th Cyberspace Wing at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma recently developed a...
- + Down to Earth with Space Delta 8—On this edition of Down to Earth, we’re checking in with Space Delta 8 - Satellite Communications, to meet U.S. Space Force 1st Lt. Alexander Knoedler...
- + USS San Juan Celebrates Month of the Military Child—USS San Juan (SSN 751) celebrated the Month of the Military Child by hosting a “Bring Your Kids to Work Day” April 4.
- + Welding Relationships: WSP ARG-24th MEU Naval Integration During COMPTUEX—ABOARD USS WASP (LHD 1) – One team, one fight is an adage often heard when discussing naval integration between the U.S. Navy Sailors with the Wasp (W...
- + LiDAR-Equipped Unmanned Aircraft System Supports NPS Research—An unmanned aircraft system (UAS) equipped with an infrared LiDAR, or Light Detection and Ranging, sensor is enabling students at the Naval Postgradua...
- + Capt. Clarence Clark Receives Distinguished Flying Cross—Capt. (Ret.) Clarence "Terry" E. Clark received the Distinguished Flying Cross for his service with Foxtrot Battery, 79th Artillery, 1st Cavalry Divis...
- + Educating excellence at Fort Jackson—The majority of Airmen attend technical school at the 81st Training Group’s home base here at Keesler, but the courses of certain occupations take pla...
- + Photo Story: April 2024 barracks construction operations at Fort McCoy, Part VI—The construction area for a new $28.08 million barracks building is shown April 23, 2024, at Fort McCoy, Wis., as framing of the building continues to...
- + TRADEWINDS 24 preparation, sustainment missions ongoing in Barbados—In preparation for the multinational, multi-domain exercise TRADEWINDS 24 (TW24), 167th Theater Sustainment Command (TSC), 471st Engineer Company and ...
- + Las Vegas Schools honored with Purple Star Award for military support—Las Vegas schools were recently honored with the prestigious Purple Star School Award for their exceptional support of military-connected families dur...
- + MACA: Keeping pilots safe and sound—JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. – The “CanDo” wing hosted the Mid-Air Collision Avoidance event at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jers...
- + CASCOM hosts Sustainment Expo—Over 400 high school students from around central Virginia gathered at the headquarters of the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command (CASCOM) and Su...
- + Joint Base Andrews celebrates Earth Week—Joint Base Andrews celebrated Earth Week with multiple events across the base, April 24-26, 2024. [Author: Airman 1st Class Daniel Walderbach]
- + USACE engineer support team provides expertise, broadens professional experience on European deployment—Headquartered at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Alaska District and staffed with engineering professionals from throughout USACE, the 62nd Forward...
- + NSA Annapolis Earth Day 2024—For Earth Day, on 27 April 2024, U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen from the Midshipmen Action Group (MAG) and other NSA Annapolis volunteers conducted cle...
- + From running the office to running the trails, USAMMDA contractor finds joy in volunteering—Twelve years ago, Barbara Meely started a journey that has exceeded her wildest expectations—and she’s not done yet. With the support and encouragemen...
- + Annual Spring Research Festival Spotlights Research, Vendors in Military Medicine—Leaders in medical research and development gathered at Fort Detrick April 24-25 to engage with federal officials, industry representatives, academics...
- + Munson Army Health Center Pharmacy may have relief for Seasonal Allergy Sufferers—FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas – One telltale sign that spring is, literally, in the air, is a fine powdery layer of pollen that can be found coating surfac...
- + NMRC Discusses Jobs in STEM at Weller Road Elementary School Career Day—SILVER SPRING, Md. – Naval Medical Research Command (NMRC) participated in Weller Road Elementary School’s annual Career Day, held on April 19, to eng...
- + Marine’s new CH-53K helicopter transports F-35 airframe between test sites in Maryland, NJ—U.S. Marines flying a CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopter transported an F-35C Lightning II airframe from the F-35 Integrated Test Force at Pat...
- + Dyess AFB establishes WAR Center—DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Dyess Air Force Base has taken a significant stride towards enhancing mission readiness with the recent establishment ...
- + Airman moonlights in the movies—Master Sgt. Mark Gabenski, a training manager at Headquarters, Air Force Materiel Command, is a background performer, previously known as an extra, an...
- + April’s Outstanding Performer—For this month’s Outstanding Performer, we are recognizing U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bradley Smith, the 21st Security Forces Squadron unit trainer. [A...
- + Small Business are the Backbone of USACE Mission Delivery—To help deliver the mission the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers leverages a unique expertise – small business professionals. Led by the Office of Small B...
- + Saving the Planet One Tree at a Time—Started in 1970, Earth Day culminated in years of activism by like-minded individuals who saw a strong need for awareness and visibility of pressing c...
- + 18 Soldiers receive citizenship—The lives of 18 Soldiers and one spouse from 14 different countries changed April 18, 2024, after their hard work paid off, when they officially swore...
- + Tulsa District revamps water quality program—TULSA, Okla. — Tulsa District Corps of Engineers recently overhauled its water quality program to enhance transparency, efficiency, and usability. [Au...
- + Oral Cancer Awareness Month: Converging Past and Present: The Evolution of Oral, Head, and Neck Cancer Management—April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, serving as a reminder of the importance of early detection, education and support for patients with oral cancer....
- + Maryland National Guard Participates in a Annual Homeland Defense and Disaster Response Exercise—FORT CARSON, Colo. - Over 45 Maryland National Guard soldiers provided public affairs and logistics support during Vibrant Response 24 at Fort Carson,...
- + Photo Story: April 2024 barracks construction operations at Fort McCoy, Part V—The construction area for a new $28.08 million barracks building is shown April 22, 2024, at Fort McCoy, Wis., as framing of the building continues to...
- + Meet Grissom’s Officer Annual Award Winners for 2023—Over the course of the next few weeks, the Grissom Public Affairs team will release a series of articles highlighting the eight men and women who rece...
- + IWTC San Diego Welcomes New Commander—Cmdr. Daniel R. Flemming relieved Cmdr. J. Greg Gabriel as commanding officer (CO) of Information Warfare Training Command (IWTC) San Diego during a c...
- + Photo Story: April 2024 Scenes at Fort McCoy's Commemorative Area—Equipment Park, Fort McCoy History Center, and more is shown April 14, 2024, at the Fort McCoy Commemorative Area at Fort McCoy, Wis. [Author: Scott S...
- + MHS GENESIS 7-Year Rollout Enters New Phase After Final Go-Live—The Department of Defense’s federal electronic health records system, MHS GENESIS, completed its final site deployment at the Captain James A. Lovell ...
- + Fort Moore Soldier qualifies for the 2024 Paris Paralympics—U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kevin Nguyen, a instructor/shooter, assigned to the U.S. Army Marksmanship unit, earned his spot on Team USA in the Paralympic 50...
- + Pre-Command Course sets SDDC leaders up for success—The Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command’s G3 Operations Directorate conducted its 25th Joint Deployment and Distribution Enterprise P...
- + Tour group makes April 2024 visit to Fort McCoy's Commemorative Area—A group of visitors from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula stopped at Fort McCoy on April 14 to see the Fort McCoy Commemorative Area and its historic buildi...
- + Fort Moore Soldier qualifies for the 2024 Paris Paralympics—U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kevin Nguyen, a instructor/shooter, assigned to the U.S. Army Marksmanship unit, earned his spot on Team USA in the Paralympic 50...
- + Grad Students And Army Civil Affairs Soldiers Partner To Improve Artifact Preservation Techniques—Civil Affairs soldiers from the 353rd CACOM partnered with graduate students from SUNY Oneonta to train on the best techniques for preserving cultural...
- + El Salvador sends the first female firefighter to participate in CENTAM SMOKE—A female firefighter from the Fire Department of El Salvador was the first to participate in CENTAM SMOKE at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, from April ...
- + U.S. Army NATO Soldier earns Expert Soldier Badge—Staff Sgt. Nicholas McCullough, a human resources noncommissioned officer assigned to Company B, Allied Forces North Battalion, recently earned the co...
- + 435th AGOW Air Advisors Train Slovak Forces, Strengthen NATO Airfield Security Capabilities—Slovakia's Air Forces Security Forces recently honored new graduates in a ceremony attended by leaders and Air Advisors from the 435th Contingency Res...
- + U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion Welcomes Incoming Command Sgt. Maj. Shedric Moody—BATON ROUGE, La. -- Command Sgt. Maj. Shedric Moody assumes the top enlisted role at the U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion in a Change of Responsibility ...
- + U.S. Navy Seabees join forces with the U.S. Army and Norway for bridge construction—BJERKVIK, Norway - In a display of international collaboration the U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 11, Norwegian Armed Forces and the 3rd Bri...
- + 21st Theater Sustainment Command begins joint onward movement mission with 10th Mountain Division—NARVIK, Norway – The 16th Sustainment Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, in collaboration with the Norwegian Armed Forces, successfully conduc...
- + Sembach SAC hosts celebration honoring USAG Rheinland-Pfalz’s military children—Despite inclement weather, the Sembach School Age Center, Child and Youth Services, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, hosted a Month of the Military...
- + USCGC Frederick Hatch: A beacon of excellence and diplomacy in the Pacific—Honoring the Legacy of Maritime Excellence In January 2024, the Surface Navy Association National Symposium in Washington, D.C., was marked by the co...
- + NMCB 11 Seabees and Gabonese military members hold cultural exchange—LIBREVILLE, Gabon (April 13, 2024) – U.S. Navy Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 11 and Gabonese military personnel came ...
- + Senior Airman Jennifer Scobie: A Story of Resilience and Triumph—Currently, the average American lives to about 79 years old. For one Airman at Misawa Air Base, she was about 78 years short of that. “I’ve been fo...
- + Filipino Hospitality: US Marines Celebrate with Community at Annual Fiesta—CAGAYAN, Philippines – Against the backdrop of Barangay Dagupan’s colorful fiesta celebrating their annual harvest, U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Supp...
- + Leading By Example: 12th MLR Sergeant Major Provides Life-Saving Aide to Japanese National—CAMP HANSEN, OKINAWA, JAPAN – April 11, 2024, U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ismael Bamba, the sergeant major of 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, received ...
- + Impact Company Enhances Healthcare with Medical Supply Delivery—Soldiers from Impact Company, 328th Forward Support Company, 2nd Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment belonging to Task Force Paxton, 56th Stryker Briga...
- + Alcohol Awareness Month 5K: ADAPT raises awareness on alcohol misuse—To acknowledge Alcohol Awareness Month, the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment program organized a 5K at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical...
- + V Corps Hosts Fourth Installment of The European HIMARS Initiative—One year after the inaugural event, V Corps hosted NATO Allies at the fourth conference in the European HIMARS Initiative, or EHI, in Torun, Poland, A...
- + Corps of Engineers provides Maui wildfires recovery update—Kihei, Hawaiʻi – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues its progress in support of the Maui wildfires recovery effort. [Author: Makenzie Leonard]
- + Statement: U.S. military aircraft delivers much-needed medicine and medical supplies to Haiti—As the effort continues to support a more stable and prosperous Haiti, the U.S. Southern Command coordinated another U.S. Air Force C-130 flight this ...
- + M1A2 Abrams Tank Firing Downrange—27 April, Fort Moore, Georgia. Tank Crews from across the Army, and international competitors shoot it out during the Sullivan Cup 2024. [Author: Staf...
- + Building Forces Ready for GPC—ANG Top Leaders Host 2024 Wing Leader Conference—U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Michael A. Loh, director, Air National Guard, and Chief Master Sgt Maurice L. Williams, command chief, Air National Guard, hos...
- + USACE marks 100 days of debris removal in Lahaina—April 25 marked the 100th day of Lahaina debris removal for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the wake of the August 2023 wildfires that claimed mor...
- + Fort Huachuca ‘backbone’ celebrate NCO Week—FORT HUACHUCA, Ariz. — Noncommissioned officers are time-honored professionals who lead and care for Soldiers and their Families, while also advising ...
- + US Marine Corps officer breaks deadlift world record—CAMP PENDLETON, California – A Marine with 1st Intelligence Battalion shattered the Under-82 kg Strongwoman Deadlift world record by 38 pounds in her...
- + Commander MARFORPAC Visits Palau—Lt. Gen. William M. Jurney, commander, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, made an official visit to the Republic of Palau April 24-25, after participa...
- + Members of the 45th Civil Engineer Squadron compete in Readiness Challenge X—Members of the 45th Civil Engineer Squadron from Patrick Space Force Base competed against 11 teams of civil engineers from the U.S. Air Force, U.S. A...
- + Haboob Havoc 2024—LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. – Various fighter squadrons from Luke Air Force Base and Davis Monthan participated in Haboob Havoc 2024, an annual fighter...
- + Former V Corps Commander retires in Fort Knox—FORT KNOX, Ky. (April 26, 2024) -- U.S. Army V Corps hosted a retirement ceremony for former commanding general Lt. Gen. John S. Kolasheski at V Corps...
- + Iowa ANG building project earns Excellence in Construction award—The Siouxland Construction Alliance presented Excellence in Construction awards to the Iowa Air National Guard along with area business who contribute...
- + Ivy G4 Preps for Multi-domain Ops at Ivy Sting 3—FORT CARSON, Colo. – Soldiers from the logistics and sustainment section assigned to the 4th Infantry Division conduct Ivy Sting 3, a week-long comman...
- + DOD Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation visits Cannon AFB—Leaders from the 27th Special Operations Wing hosted Susan Veazey, Regional Director of the Department of Defense’s Office of Local Defense Community...
- + Empowering survivors: Confronting sexual assault, supporting healing, and promoting awareness—As April marks Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, it's important to acknowledge the issue at hand. A study conducted in February 2018 by R...
- + Illinois National Guard Soldier Recognized for Valor in Stopping Multiple Murder Suspect—Winnebago County presented Illinois Army National Guard Spc. Michael Gambino, a military policeman with the Freeport-based 333rd Military Police Compa...
- + Readiness Challenge X Day 4 Recap—On Day 4 of Readiness Challenge X, Engineers faced off in the ultimate test of preparedness during the Fog of War. [Author: Jena Calvitti]
- + Fort Buchanan celebrates Earth Day—Soldiers, civilians, students, and family members participated in the installation's 16th Annual Earth Week Expo on April 25. The day commenced with a...
- + South Carolina Army National Guard hosts annual Walk a Mile in Their Shoes—EASTOVER, S.C. - The South Carolina Army National Guard hosted its annual Walk a Mile in Their Shoes event at McCrady Training Center, during which ap...
- + South Carolina Army National Guard Hosts annual Walk a Mile in Their Shoes—Eastover, S.C. - The South Carolina Army National Guard hosted its annual Walk a Mile in Their Shoes event at McCrady Training Center, during which ap...
- + Readiness Challenge X Champion—Kudos to the 12 Teams who exemplified impressive teamwork, bravery, and preparedness in the ultimate test of readiness. The CE community is clearly eq...
- + Ready Tiger 24-1 showcases airpower projection at dispersed locations—The 23rd Wing conducted a comprehensive exercise aimed at demonstrating its prowess in planning, preparing, and executing operations and maintenance t...
- + Hollywood Guard and U.S. Forest Service host critical aerial firefighting training in Southern California—The U.S. Forest Service held its annual certification and training event for the aerial firefighting program known as MAFFS (Modular Airborne Fire Fig...
- + VSFB and NSIN Collaborate to Revolutionize Space Launch Operations—Space Launch Delta 30 personnel worked this week to develop a model for the Spaceport of the Future through a National Security Innovation Network’s (...
- + NTAG Mid America Holds Change of Command—ST. LOUIS – Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Mid America held a change of command ceremony at Soldiers Memorial Military Museum on April 26. Cmdr....
- + JBSA San Antonio, USS San Antonio Sailors take part in Battle of Flowers Parade—SAN ANTONIO - (April 26, 2024) – More than 100 Sailors within Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) took part in the Battle of Flowers Parade held during Fies...
- + DACOWITS Visits Makin Island—The Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services (DACOWITS) visited amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), on April 19, 2024, to con...
- + A Legacy of Excellence: Naval Medical Forces Atlantic Command Master Chief Retires after 31 Years of Dedicated Service—After nearly 32 years of faithful and honorable service, Naval Medical Forces Atlantic (NMFL) Command Master Chief (CMC) Zachary Pryor, a native of Al...
- + 377 MDG: Putting Patients First—Putting patients first is the top priority of the 377th Medical Group at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M. By fostering an open dialogue with patients and...
- + DoD Senior Executives Share Stories of Success at DCSA Women's History Month Observance—It was the 2008-2009 global economic crisis, also known as the Great Recession, and Theresa Horne was “scrambling to find stability like everyone else...
- + 459th ARW holds annual awards banquet—The 459th Air Refueling Wing held its awards banquet for 2023 on April 13, 2024. This year, the awards banquet was conducted as a Combat Dining Out! T...
- + Vehicle maintenance training becomes its own training squadron—The 37th Training Group gained another squadron, the 346th Training Squadron, following an activation ceremony here, Feb. 13. [Author: 2nd Lt. Kate An...
- + Exercise Semper Durus 2024—CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Marine Corps Installations – West hosted Exercise Semper Durus 2024 April 22-26. Semper Durus is a regional full-scale antite...
- + Mount Morris Dam and Recreation Area Welcomes Visitors for 2024 Season—The William B. Hoyt II Visitor Center at the Mount Morris Dam and Recreation Area opens to the public Wednesday, May 1 for its 2024 visitor season. ...
- + Enhancing trainee performance: A breakdown of “Operation First Flight”—Air Force Basic Military Training has undergone a significant transformation with the recent implementation of Zero Week at the 323rd Training Squadro...
- + Offutt holds OSS Symposium—The 55th Wing and the 55th Operations Support Squadron hosted the 3rd annual Operations Support Squadron Symposium April 2 – 5 in the Dougherty Confer...
- + "First Team" Inducts First Legend—The "First Team" inducted Command Sgt. Maj. Dennis Webster (Ret.) as the first inductee into its Hall of Legends. The ceremony took place alongside th...
- + From bytes to battle: How Red Flag-Alaska Airmen use technology and training to ensure success—JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — Red Flag-Alaska is an exercise designed to allow U.S. and allied military forces to exchange and exercise ta...
- + Soldiers learn to improve performance at Fort Drum Nutrition Symposium—FORT DRUM, N.Y. (April 26, 2024) – Soldiers across the 10th Mountain Division (LI) participated in a nutrition symposium April 25 on Fort Drum. The ev...
- + 316th Security Forces Group, AAFES unveils new 24/7 retail market—JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. – The 316th Security Forces Group, alongside 316th Wing leadership and members from the Army & Air Force Exchange Service,...
- + Microgrid certification enhances Huntsville Center energy program—Huntsville Center’s Energy Resilience and Conservation Investment Program (ERCIP) currently has nine microgrid projects in construction, 46 projects i...
- + Team Kingsley hosts Recruiting Expo—Nearly 150 students from seven high schools around southern Oregon spent the morning at Kingsley Field seeing firsthand what jobs are available to the...
- + What a leader looks like: Lt. Col. KingSlack shares her story of leadership in the military with tribal students—“What does being a leader mean to you?” [Author: Hannah Mitchell]
- + Land Forces Summit closes in Zambia, 2025 host named—LIVINGSTONE, Zambia — U.S. Army Southern Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) and the Zambia Army concluded the African Land Forces Summit (ALFS) 2024 today ...
- + Army Reserve memorializes facility for fallen Iraq War veteran—FORT BELVOIR, Va. – The U.S. Army Reserve’s 99th Readiness Division and Military Intelligence Readiness Command hosted a ceremony April 23 to memorial...
- + The Legacy of MWD Nemo and Robert ‘Bob’ Thorneburg—Vietnam War Veteran Airman Robert ‘Bob’ Throneburg and his partner, Military Working Dog Nemo, have an enduring legacy within the working dog communit...
- + Running Their Own Race—To call U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Logan Book, and Cpl. Tyler Halliday your average Marine would be an understatement. After completing their first mar...
- + Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division Expands Simulated Testing at Sea During Combat System Ship Qualification Trials—Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) became the first U.S Navy ship to use missile simulator test sets during an at-sea com...
- + Tyndall answers CSAF’s Call for Change amidst Great Power Competition—Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, his spouse Gina, and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi visited Tyndall Air Force Base, Fl...
- + Eau Claire area Guard member named Recruiter of the Year—Wisconsin Army Guard’s top recruiter credits success on building trust [Author: Vaughn Larson]
- + Tampa Civic Leaders take flight to explore three unique Air Force missions—MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – 28 of Tampa’s influential business owners, chamber of commerce members, program managers and civic leaders took flight ...
- + Employees’ kids tour Fort Indiantown Gap—More than 120 children of Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and Pennsylvania National Guard employees toured Fort Indiantown Ga...
- + Iowa ANG 185th ARW hosts annual career fair—The Iowa Air National Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing hosted its annual career fair this week for area students at the Sioux City, Iowa Air Guard Uni...
- + Fort Belvoir reserve center named for counterintelligence agent—The U.S. Army Reserve, 99th Readiness Division, and Military Intelligence Readiness Command (MIRC) held a memorialization ceremony in honor of Staff S...
- + Transparency in Action at Fort Buchanan—Members of the retiree and veterans' community met with Col. Charles N. Moulton, Fort Buchanan commander, and Command Sgt. Maj. Roderick W. Hendricks,...
- + Soldier's perspective: 128th BSB trains to defend—Soldiers with Delta Company, 128th BSB ramp up their efforts in preparation for Annual Training.
- + Airmen participate in joint wet-wing contingency exercise—U.S. Airmen assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing successfully executed a contingency operation exercise with Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 26. [Autho...
- + Cetacean Celebration: ONR Sponsors Family-Friendly Dolphin Workshops in South Carolina—Thousands of wildlife lovers learned about the lives and health of dolphins during workshops sponsored by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) — in part...
- + USAG Poland hosts first Anti-Terrorism Officer course on Camp Kosciusko—POZNAN, Poland – In a milestone for security training, U.S. Army Garrison Poland hosted its inaugural Anti-Terrorism Officer Level 2 course for 46 Sol...
- + Airmen participate in joint wet-wing contingency exercise—U.S. Airmen assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing successfully executed a contingency operation exercise with Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 26. [Autho...
- + Robins TAP Office guides Airmen at career crossroads—ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. - To stay, or not to stay in the Air Force, is the question that brings Airmen to the Transition Assistance Program office...
- + DCMA welcomes Air Force recruits to C-130 production—DCMA Lockheed Martin Marietta worked with Air Force recruiters to coordinate a tour of a Lockheed Martin facility for Air Force delayed entry program ...
- + Cherry Point Clinic Staff Inspire Youth to Aspire—Staff aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point enjoyed a day with their children as they participated in “Bring a Kid to Work Day” on Thursday, April 2...
- + Cherry Point Clinic Staff Inspire Youth to Aspire—Staff aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point enjoyed a day with their children as they participated in “Bring a Kid to Work Day” on Thursday, April 2...
- + USAG Rheinland-Pfalz CSM hosts MOMC breakfast, honors resilience and sacrifice of military children—Command Sgt. Maj. Raymond Wrensch, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, hosted a Month of the Military Child breakfast at the Defender Café Warrior Res...
- + Beyond the uniform: A 51st FW family navigates the trials of military lifestyle—With more than 20 years as a military family, the Canizales family views April differently than most. The 51st Fighter Wing recognizes April as Month ...
- + Philippines, Australia, U.S. begin Jungle Operations Training Course during Balikatan 24—CAMP TECSON, San Miguel, Bulacan, Philippines – An opening ceremony for the Philippines’ First Scout Ranger Regiment Jungle Operations Training Course...
- + Behind the scenes of Camp Blaz's communications Marines—Sending information over digital systems is something we have become dependent on in our workspaces and lives, but we rarely see those who keep these ...
- + George Washington Departs Norfolk for Southern Seas 2024, Homeport Change—The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) with embarked Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10 and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 departed Nav...
- + Pacific leaders commemorate Anzac Day in Honolulu—Multinational military and civilian leaders from across the Indo-Pacific region gathered to commemorate Australia and New Zealand Army Corps Day at th...
- + Exceptional Family Member Program teaches coaches, leaders skills to support neurodivergent community in Okinawa—CAMP FOSTER, OKINAWA, Japan – Coaches, aquatic instructors, and youth program leaders, employed across Marine Corps installations on Okinawa, gathered...
- + Marines join local Okinawa communities for cleanup | Earth Day 2024—OKINAWA, Japan – U.S. Marines from Camps Kinser, Hansen, and Schwab, and their surrounding communities, worked together at various nature sites during...
- + Nevada Guard, partner agencies mark start of construction on cooperative Las Vegas firing range—Before shots fired, shovels moved dirt and commemorated the start of the Southern Nevada Army National Guard Record Fire Range today. For Nevada Army ...
- + Ivy Sting 3: G6, Keeping the division connected—4ID G6 is vital to the success of multiple domains of operations, as validated during the command post exercise Ivy Sting 3, April 2024. [Author: Spc....
- + Division staff and joint partners integrate and synchronize during Ivy Sting 3—FORT CARSON, Colo. –Divisions across the Army train with large-scale operation exercises to build team and unit cohesion throughout their organization...
- + “Ivy Sting 3: G39 Where multi-domain strategies are born”—FORT CARSON, Colo.-- Ivy Sting 3 is a week-long command post exercise at Fort Carson, Colo. taking place April 22-26, 2024, that develops leaders from...
- + 593rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command Showcases Impactful SHARP Exhibit—An unwavering and steadfast flag stood tall with a broad Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program (SHARP) at the entrance of a former...
- + NMCSD Sailor Commissions as Ensign—A U.S. Navy Sailor assigned to Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command San Diego commissions as an officer through the Medical Service Corps Inse...
- + Fort McCoy Garrison commander: High performing teams—Redwoods thrive in groves. Standing somewhere around 300 feet tall and up to 30 feet in diameter, you would think deep roots are the key to keeping th...
- + Soldier, Scout, Leader – Midwest native builds legacy as example of Selfless Service—U.S. Army Lt. Col. Reuben Doornink has made quite a journey from family roots in the Midwest. His 20-year career in the Army Medical Corps began after...
- + 821st Transportation Battalion Norwegian Foot March—FORT Riley, Kansas—Select staff of the 821st Transportation Battalion, 561st Regional Support Group (RSG), 451st Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ES...
- + Fort Carson Gun Club: Providing Marksmanship and Safety—On April 12, 2024, at the Cheyenne Mountain shooting complex, 4th Combat Aviation Soldiers gathered for an event hosted by the Fort Carson Gun Club. T...
- + Statement: U.S. Military Aircraft Transports Aid to Haiti—Today, U.S. Southern Command coordinated another flight into Toussaint Louverture International Airport, Port-au-Prince, Haiti with a Denton Program h...
- + "First Team" Cases Its Colors—FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – The 1st Cavalry Division Headquarters held a casing of colors ceremony at Cooper Field on Fort Cavazos, Texas, on April 25, in p...
- + BACH Shows Acceptance for Those with Autism—Living with a family member who is part of the Exceptional Family Member Program comes with many challenges. Autism is one of the many conditions qual...
- + Soldiers achieve consecutive Best Sapper Competition wins—The winners of the 17th Lt. Gen. Robert B. Flowers Best Sapper Competition are Capts. Matthew Cushing and Joseph Palazini, from the 101st Airborne Div...
- + Fort Moore Soldier Seeks Paralympic Berth—Staff Sgt. Kevin Nguyen is currently competing at USA Shooting’s Paralympic Trials Part 3 in hopes of securing a second opportunity at the Paralympics...
- + Lost in an Algorithm—The name “Public Affairs” for our Air Force Specialty Code does a disservice to the storytellers and the overarching mission of PA. We joke within the...
- + Keel Laid For Newest MSC Ship USNS Hector A Cafferata Jr.—Military Sealift Command Pacific’s commanding officer, Capt. Micah Murphy joined Employees of Military Sealift Command and General Dynamics NASSCO of ...
- + Full Military Pharmacy Operations Restored After Change Healthcare Cyberattack—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia —The Defense Health Agency announced military pharmacies have returned to normal operations after a cyberattack on the nation’s...
- + Making Every Drop Count at Naval Hospital Bremerton—By Mass Communication 2nd Class Jennifer Benedict, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs – Twenty-three vitally needed units were collected in a blood dr...
- + Army & Air Force Exchange Service Honored as a 2024 VETS Indexes 4-Star Employer—The Army & Air Force Exchange Service has been named a 4-Star VETS Indexes Employer for its commitment to hiring Veterans, Reserve and Guard membe...
- + The Military Child Legacy—The symbol for the Month of the Military Child is the dandelion. Dandelions can take root and flourish practically anywhere the wind blows them. Like ...
- + Achieving Energy Readiness: Marine Corps Innovates to Meet the Needs of the Future Force—From developing a new microgrid at MCB Camp Lejeune, to MCICOM speedily acquiring and rolling out new electric vehicle (EV) chargers across regions an...
- + Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held for New Aircraft Paint Complex at Naval Base Coronado—Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Southwest joined its contracted partners RQ-DPR Joint Venture and leadership from Fleet Readiness Centers...
- + Army Awards FTUAS Options 3 and 4—Redstone Arsenal, Ala.: The U.S. Army concluded Option 2 of the Future Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft System (FTUAS) Rapid Prototyping Program and has aw...
- + Three NAVSUP FLC Jacksonville Civilians Receive Awards for Innovation—Three Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Jacksonville employees recently received civilian service medals in appreciat...
- + AMCOM intelligence branch honored at White House, receives presidential award—A team from the Aviation and Missile Command intelligence and security division received a presidential award during a ceremony held at the White Hous...
- + Navy Research & Development Leaders Convene Summit at NPS—Senior leaders from the Naval Research and Development Establishment (NR&DE) gathered at the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) to discuss strategic ...
- + North Carolina, North Dakota, Maine Honored for State Partnership Work—The North Carolina National Guard and Moldova were awarded the 2023 Partnership of the Year at the State Partnership Program’s annual conference April...
- + Swamp Fox 5k Nature Trail—The 169th Fighter Wing unveiled a brand-new nature trail, April 23, 2024, equipped with five workout stations designed to promote outdoor fitness and ...
- + Exploring how the BES Small Business Office supports warfighters (PODCAST)—In this “Leadership Log”, Yolanda McCain, Director of the Small Business Office within the Business and Enterprise Systems (BES) Directorate. McCain d...
- + Army, NGA law enforcement programs receive DOD POST certification—Officials with the Department of Defense Peace Officer Standards and Training Agency presented certificates at a ceremony April 24 in the Military Pol...
- + Fort Leonard Wood National Guard liaison NCOs receive TRADOC awards—Two Army National Guard Soldiers assigned as liaison NCOs at Fort Leonard Wood were named the best at what they do by U.S. Army Training and Doctrine ...
- + Administrative Professionals Lead the Charge at Naval Branch Health Clinic Kings Bay—Naval Branch Health Clinic (NBHC) Kings Bay staff members show dedication in supporting our military, retirees, and their families’ healthcare needs. ...
- + Kimbrough hosts Denim Day walk—Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center hosted the Denim Day walk Apr. 24, 2024, in observance of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month–an annual cam...
- + Lyster hosts annual Denim Day Walk—Lyster Army Health Clinic hosted a Denim Day Walk in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month or SAAPM -- an annual campaign to ra...
- + Lyster hosts annual Denim Day Walk—Lyster Army Health Clinic hosted a Denim Day Walk in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month or SAAPM -- an annual campaign to ra...
- + We Are MSC75: Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist Tammie Bingley-Gadson—This year, Military Sealift Command is celebrating its 75th anniversary. For 75 years, MSC has provided agile logistics, strategic sealift and special...
- + USS Essex Sailors Test New Navigation, Seamanship, and Ship-Handling Trainers—SAN DIEGO (April 17, 2024)- Amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), participated in the testing of Mariner Skills Training Center, Pacific’s (MSTCP...
- + NTAG Southwest Recruiter Surprised by MAP—Personnel Specialist 1st Class Mei Zhang, a Wuxi, China native, assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Southwest as a talent scout at Navy R...
- + St. Augustine, Florida Native Serves Aboard USS Howard (DDG 83) While Conducting Operations in the South China Sea—A St. Augustine, Florida native and 2010 graduate of Flagler Palm Coast High School is serving aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer...
- + AFMC Supervisor Toolkit continues to benefit frontline leaders—The AFMC Supervisor Toolkit is a centralized repository of resources, tools and guidance designed to help supervisors manage teams across the organiza...
- + Referral bonuses aim to help fill mission-critical vacancies—The Air Force Materiel Command has implemented a referral bonus program to help bolster accessions for hard-to-fill vacancies across the command. [Aut...
- + IWTS Hawaii Sailors Volunteer for Local Community Beautification—WAIMĀNALO BEACH, Hawaii – Sailors assigned to Information Warfare Training Site (IWTS) Hawaii participated in multiple community service events in rec...
- + U.S. Soldiers honor Italian Liberation Day with local communities—The 207th MIB-T participated in both Arcugnano and Longare’s Liberation Day ceremonies in support of U.S. Army Garrison Italy’s community outreach ini...
- + NMRLC Visits USS Wisconsin on the 80th Anniversary of its Commissioning—Friday, April 19, 2024, Sailors from NMRLC visited the Nauticus Downtown Museum Battleship USS Wisconsin for the 80th Commissioning Anniversary. For s...
- + Go Fish! Youths reel in iconic catch—There are few activities more timeless and iconic than kids going fishing with their parents or grandparents. Fort Jackson Outdoor Recreation tapped i...
- + VX-1 Pioneers Perform a Flyover at Central Pennsylvania High School Track Invitational—The “Pioneers” of Air and Test Evaluation Squadron One (VX-1) performed a ceremonial flyover during an invitational track event at Hempfield High Scho...
- + ASC G1 strives to put, ‘Mission First, People Always’—Every organization, whether it is private or government, has people working for it. Therefore, every organization needs a section that is dedicated to...
- + Fair teaches families wellness opportunities—The Family Wellness Fair hosted by Fort Jackson Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program held at the Solomon Center, April 19, sought to expand ...
- + Fort Eustis memorializes fallen Soldier—Fort Eustis commemorates fallen soldier during the Delta Company 1-222d Aviation Regiment’s Barracks Memorialization Ceremony on April 9, 2024, at Joi...
- + Chief Balas retires, inspires four generations of Airmen—Chief Master Sgt. Frederick Balas retires from the Air Force and New Hampshire Air National Guard after 40 years of service. Balas traveled around the...
- + Top Family, volunteers honored—On April 18, the Fort Jackson community, in a ceremony hosted by Fort Jackson Army Community Service, recognized several individuals and families that...
- + American, Polish laboratory technicians train together on Aberdeen Proving Ground—ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. – U.S. Army and Polish Armed Forces laboratory techs honed their skills together during a mobile laboratory workshop on A...
- + AFMC Annual Excellence Award winners light up the night—The Air Force Materiel Command held their Annual Excellence Awards April 17 to spotlight individuals whose outstanding contributions significantly imp...
- + 10th Mountain Soldiers battle for title of Best Sapper—The Best Sapper Competition, held April 18-23 showcases the Army's elite Soldiers in combat engineering military occupational specialties during an ar...
- + A First: Navy Medicine tests Treatment Protocols in the Artic—JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (April 25, 2024) – Operating in extreme artic temperatures can be extremely challenging and performing Tacti...
- + I am Navy Medicine – HM1 (FMF) Oscar J. Torres Ruiz – stationed at NMRTC Bremerton—By Mass Communication 2nd Class Jennifer Benedict, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs -- “I am Hospital Corpsman 1st Class (Fleet Marine Force qualifi...
- + MRF-D 24.3 U.S. Marines, Sailors honor Anzac Day in Darwin, Palmerston—April 25, 1915, etched into history as the day 140 soldiers of the first wave set sail, their destination: the Gallipoli Peninsula. Among them, only 3...
- + U.S. Special Operations Command Africa and the U.K. 1st Ranger Regiment partner with Ghana for air support event in advance of Flintlock 24—Bundase, Ghana - U.S. forces under U.S. Special Operations Command Africa and the U.K. 1st Ranger Regiment partnered with the Ghana Armed Forces in th...
- + Second annual Lead-a-Thon: Breathing fire—The 81 st Training Wing hosted LEAD-a-Thon, a two-day leadership and personal development event, April 18-19. [Author: Airman 1st Class Kurstyn Canid...
- + DCMA launches Radars and Sensors as newest systems command—Newly established Radars and Sensors contract management office to provide consolidated surveillance across supply chains. [Author: Jason Kaneshiro]
- + Pease to host STEM open house—The 157th Air Refueling Wing is hosting a free STEM Open House at Pease Air National Guard Base, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 18, 2024. [Author: Tech. Sgt. V...
- + Resilience through change, personally and professionally—“I wouldn’t be where I’m at without my parents, especially my mother,” Lisa Holcomb, Management and Program Assistant Office Automation for U.S. Army ...
- + NSA Bahrain Rallies to Support DoDEA School Amidst Rain-Induced Damage—More than 35 Sailors from Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain demonstrated their commitment to service and community by volunteering at the Bahrain D...
- + 496 ABS projects airpower from Morón—Nestled between Spanish mountains, olive groves, sunflower fields and farmlands lies one of the U.S. Air Force’s smallest – yet most critical – bases....
- + United and strong: Spanish-American relationship—In the springtime of southern Spain, long roads reach out into the distance beneath bright blue skies with the fresh scent of olives swirling in the b...
- + Romanian native joins U.S. Army - achieves career goals—Growing up in a small rural town in southern Romania near the Carpathian Mountains, Staff Sgt. Luiza Pozniak had always dreamed of living and working ...
- + Navy Sailors, Civilians Clean Up Sporting Hill Road—MECHANICSBURG, Pa. - Sailors and civilians assigned to Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Business Systems Center (BSC) removed trash and debris fr...
- + 5-4 ADA Conducts Saber Strike 2024 Fire Support Coordination Exercise—From April 21 to 22, the 5-4 ADA, alongside the Romanian “Sky Defenders” air defense unit, engaged aerial targets side by side. The fire support coord...
- + Making a Difference: Camp Humphreys honors volunteers—U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys held its annual Volunteer of the Year Reception, April 16, at the Morning Calm Conference Center, honoring 86 volunteers ...
- + Army Engineer Corps welcomes new colonel—Maj. Gen. Kimberly M. Colloton, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers deputy commanding general for military and international operations, promoted a U.S. ...
- + USS Higgins (DDG 76) 25th Anniversary—The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) celebrated its 25th anniversary of its commissioning on April 24, 2024. [Author:...
- + Panton maintenance powers KFT 24—Airmen of the 35th Fighter Generation Squadron along with the Pilots of the 35th Fighter Squadron showcased their ability to generate aircraft during ...
- + Pride of the Pack: A1C Madylynn Lyman—Airman 1st Class Madylynn Lyman, 8th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineer, was selected as Kunsan Air Base’s Pride of the ...
- + Pride of the Pack: Senior Airman Jaithon Jackson—KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Senior Airman Jaithon Jackson, 8th Fighter Wing command post emergency actions controller, was recognized as Kun...
- + Sustaining Readiness: 8th CES host Earth Day event—Members of the 8th Civil Engineer Squadron hosted an Earth Day event at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2024. [Author: Staff Sgt. Jovan ...
- + Cyber Airmen converge on Kunsan for Korea Flying Training 24—Without connection, there can be no mission, so the 8th Communications Squadron is providing seamless and adaptable communication infrastructure to po...
- + 405th AFSB welcomes new commander at assumption of command ceremony—Between bouts of freezing rain in the morning and a severe hailstorm in the afternoon, the skies opened up and spirits shined bright on the 405th Army...
- + SAPR Month and Denim Day: NHC Lemoore and its branch health clinics join to bring awareness to sexual assault and harassment—The month of April is Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) month, and teal is the color for sexual assault awareness. It is also to show supp...
- + Winning matters: Army ROTC teams ready to compete at Sandhurst—Nearly a year of training – embracing the blood, sweat, and tears – culminates for 16 Army ROTC teams this week as they face off against the world’s b...
- + 15th Wing strengthens ACE, MRA training in Agile Reaper—SAIPAN, Northern Mariana Islands – Approximately 225 Team Hickam personnel participated in Exercise Agile Reaper 24-1, which kicked off on 2 April, 2...
- + Camp Zama youth makes positive impact through volunteerism—CAMP ZAMA, Japan – People get 8,760 hours in a year. Maribel Sikes, 16, spent more than a thousand of hers in the last 12 months giving back to her co...
- + Grit and Gears: Maintainer Resilience—The 757th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron developed a self-care day called “Mindful Maintainer” that occurs every Friday to help maintainers enhance the...
- + Transforming Army Medicine and Aviation—DENVER (April 24, 2024)—In a presentation at the Quad A conference in Denver, Colorado, Lt. Gen. Mary K. Izaguirre, the Surgeon General of the U.S. Ar...
- + Denim Day marked at Yuma Proving Ground—April marks the Army’s Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. As a sign of solidarity and support for victims of sexual assault, members of...
- + 21st Theater Sustainment Command sets theater for first time in Norway—NARVIK, Norway – The 21st Theater Sustainment Command and 598th Transportation Brigade of the Army’s Surface Deployment Distribution Command, alongsid...
- + CTC talks science, eclipse on Great Big Podcast—The crew of the Great Big Podcast sat down with representatives from the Mayborn Science Theater at Central Texas College to talk about the events and...
- + Stony Point achieves repeat JROTC Skills Meet victory—Stony Point Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps repeats at grand overall champion in the 2024 JROTC Skills meet March 23, 2024 at Abrams Physic...
- + Holiday HOP set for second run on Fort Cavazos—After a successful run during the Thanksgiving, the HOP continues to provide transit services at Fort Cavazos during the Christmas holiday and beyond....
- + Cavazos prioritizes solutions to installation issues—Fort Cavazos officials convened the Army Family Action Plan Steering Committee to address issues impacting single parents, safety and food insecurity ...
- + Military Kids Enjoy Rich Experiences and Lifelong Connections—Before they reach the 12th grade, the Department of Defense estimates that the average military child will attend six to nine different schools. They ...
- + 72nd Medical Group conducts Ready Eagle mission readiness exercise—The 72nd Medical Group conducted a mass casualty exercise named Ready Eagle April 15-17, highlighting their expertise and critical role in patient car...
- + Sailor Spotlight: From Military Child to Military Officer—No matter what life throws your way, Cmdr. Kellie Smith is adamant about one thing: Never give up. [Author: Anna Marie G. Gonzales]
- + I Corps and JBLM Units Honor Denim Day to Raise Sexual Assault Awareness—Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA — In a unified show of support for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM), I Corps and various units withi...
- + Finding Data in the Drift—Machine learning is cutting through the fog in aerial dispersion of chemical threats. Understanding and predicting the dispersion and concentration...
- + Breathing Room—A fast-acting, broad-spectrum therapeutic can treat the Joint Force after exposure to one of the most dangerous neurotoxins. A new, fast-acting tre...
- + Woodson Health Clinic Opens New Physical Therapy Clinic—ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL, IL – The Woodson Health Clinic’s new Physical Therapy Clinic officially opened its doors with a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday...
- + Fitness with Phillips: CSEL launches PT video series—Command Sgt. Maj. Shawn Phillips recently launched a series of workout videos that he hopes will provide motivation for others to exercise more. [Auth...
- + First annual AKNG Earth Day inspires youth, brings awareness to military’s role in conservation—On a sunny, spring morning in Anchorage, more than 100 students from Orion and Aurora Elementary Schools visited Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s Cam...
- + 721st, 821st CRS support Exercise STORM FLAG, 82nd Airborne Division validation—It is 2024. The world as we know it is rapidly evolving. Advancements in robotics, artificial intelligence and even social media have disrupted the st...
- + US Coast Guard Cutter Dauntless returns home to Florida after 61-day Operation Vigilant Sentry patrol—PENSACOLA, Fla. — The crew of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Dauntless (WMEC 624) returned to their home port in Pensacola, Wednesday, following a 61-day pa...
- + MCTIS: Changing the way we train Marines—MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER, Calif. – U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, use a new “laser-tag-like" ...
- + Five & Thrive Expands Guidebook to Include Reserve Families—Launch of the Air Force Reserve Edition of the Thrive Guide - a publication for spouses, by spouses. [Author: Senior Airman Erica Webster]
- + U.S. Fleet Forces Command Hosts Executive Management Advisory Panel Focus Groups—U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFFC) hosted the Executive Management Advisory Panel for focus groups between the Navy’s most senior career civilian execu...
- + SAPR Hosts Real Talk Event—MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- In support of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response office hosted a SAPR Real Talk e...
- + General officer exemplifies “Being What is Possible”—Air Force Reserve Individual Mobilization Augmentees (IMAs), stand ready to fill the gaps in active duty units. Maj. Gen. Mark V. Slominski has made a...
- + CAR tosses first pitch, awards $240K Minuteman Scholarship for Army Reserve’s birthday—Chief of Army Reserve Lt. Gen. Jody J. Daniels celebrated the Army Reserve's 116th birthday by tossing out the first pitch at the April 23, 2024, Tamp...
- + Readiness Challenge X Team Photos—Our Engineers represent a diverse set of career fields and installations around the globe, equipping our 12 Teams with the skills needed to tackle any...
- + The Combat Center conducts noncombatant evacuation operations to prepare Marines for global missions—MARINE CORPS AIR-GROUND COMBAT CENTER, Calif. – U.S. Marine Corps students with Marine Aviation and Weapons Tactics Squadron One conducted a noncombat...
- + 101st Cavalry Soldiers win NY Army Guard Best Warrior—CAMP SMITH – Two Soldiers assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 101st Cavalry were named victors in the New York Army National Guard’s 2024 Best Warrior Comp...
- + Sustaining Germersheim's Greenery: USAG Rheinland-Pfalz commits to saving the planet, one tree at a time—Nestled in the scenic terrain of Central Europe, the Germersheim Army Depot (GAD) covers over 430 acres and plays a vital role as a logistics distribu...
- + 15th MEU Marines arrive for Balikatan embarked on USS Somerset, USS Harpers Ferry—Puerto Princesa, PHILIPPINES – Marines and Sailors assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked on the amphibious transport dock USS Somer...
- + U.S. Army and Philippine Army Conduct Sling Load Operations During Balikatan—FORT MAGSAYSAY, Philippines – U.S. Army Soldiers with the 25th Infantry Division joined forces with Philippine Army Soldiers assigned to Army Support ...
- + MSCFE Visits Olongapo City Center for Youth—Members of Military Sealift Command Far East visited the Center for Youth to share lunch and fellowship with young adults during a community relations...
- + Project Arc: Delivering tailored innovations to 435th AGOW warfighters—The 435th Air Ground Operations Wing hosted the first Project Arc team October 2023 - April 2024 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The team integrated wi...
- + Yokota children rally up for annual mock deployment event Operation K.U.D.O.S.—YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan – Kids from the Yokota community came together to experience the military deployment process during Operation Kids Understandin...
- + Planet vs. Plastics: Humphreys recognizes Earth Day—U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys Commander Col. Ryan Workman, Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Monty Drummond, and Directorate of Public Works Environmental Div...
- + Palm Bay, Florida Native Serves Aboard USS Howard (DDG 83) While Conducting Operations in the South China Sea—A Palm Bay, Florida native and 2020 graduate of Heritage High School is serving aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Howard (DD...
- + This Month in Fort McCoy History — April 2024—Fort McCoy, Wis., was established in 1909. Here is a look back at some installation history from April 2024 and back.
- + New LRC in Poland develops into effective support organization despite facing challenges—With an Army garrison officially standing up in Poland last year, with it came a new Logistics Readiness Center. LRC Poland, which is the newest of ei...
- + U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Honors Last USS Arizona Survivor—HONOLULU — U.S. Indo-Pacific Command service members and Pearl Harbor National Park Service employees attended the memorial ceremony in honor of the l...
- + W.Va. Guard and Irregular Warfare Center sign Memorandum of Understanding—The West Virginia National Guard signed a formal Memorandum of Understanding with the Irregular Warfare Center during a Ridge Runner Irregular Warfare...
- + Emory S. Land Makes Port Call in Saipan—SAIPAN, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (April 24, 2023) --The submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) arrived in Saipan, Commonwealth...
- + 181st IW to add new missions, divest another, to meet future military needs—The Indiana Air National Guard’s 181st Intelligence Wing is adjusting its missions to meet future military needs and enhance military readiness. Th...
- + U.S. Army aids Philippines in Agricultural Growth—U.S. Army service members assigned to the Civil Affairs Team (CAT) 4521, 445th Civil Affairs Battalion, conducted civil engagements and subject matter...
- + Bridging Nations: U.S. and Philippine Armies Begin Balikatan Building Project—U.S. Army forces work alongside the Philippine Army during Balikatan 24 to build a bridge in the special forces training area at Fort Magsaysay. [Auth...
- + Bangladesh, U.S. Navies Commence CARAT Bangladesh 2024—The United States and Bangladesh Navies began Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Bangladesh Apr. 22, commemorating the 30th year of the...
- + Strengthening Signals through Interoperability: U.S. and Philippine Armies Pursue Joint Force Communications—Soldiers assigned to the 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, and U.S. Marines, alongside service members from the Philippine Arm...
- + "The Original Tiger Mom" Army Vet Toasts 100-Year-Old Matriarch's Legacy—Family, friends, and members of the Wahiawa United Church of Christ gathered to celebrate the 100th birthday of Velma P. Kim, a revered U.S. Army wife...
- + U.S. Army and Marine Corps forge joint efforts to enhance aviation tactics—MARINE CORPS AIR STATION YUMA, Arizona — Aviators from the Alaska Army National Guard recently graduated from the Marine Corps Weapons and Tactics Ins...
- + 11th ADA hosts visit from U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command—Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Foley from the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command visited the 11th Air Defense Artillery Brigade at Fort Bliss, Tex...
- + Oregon National Guard Sharpens Combat Skills Ahead of Deployment—The Oregon National Guard's 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team conducted intensive live-fire squad training exercises on April 19, 2024 at Orchard Comb...
- + Vibrant Response 24—Approximately 1,200 personnel from U.S. Northern Command’s Joint Task Force Civil Support, U.S. Army North, Department of Defense, Department of Homel...
- + US, Republic of Singapore Air Force Airmen gather for dialogue—Airmen from the United States and Republic of Singapore Air Forces gathered for the Pacific Air Forces-RSAF Dialogue (PRD) to discuss continued partne...
- + 334th TRS/OL-A: Command, control, defend—For the 334th Training Squadron Operating Location Alpha at Offutt Air Force Base, training never stops. The mission of the 334th TRS/OL-A is to tr...
- + Cavazos charges forward in electrification efforts—Keeping up with the growing popularity of electric vehicles, Fort Cavazos now offers EV charging service for residents. [Author: Janecze Wright]
- + 1st Lt. Young Visits Cadets—FORT RILEY, Kansas – 1st Lt. Keida Young, plans officer for the G1 section of the 451st Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC), supported the senior ...
- + 238th Quartermaster Company Supports 451/103 ESC Best Warrior Competition—CAMP DODGE, Iowa—The 238th Quartermaster Company (QM CO), Field Feeding Team (FFT), provided quality nourishment to Soldiers that were pushing themsel...
- + Fort Cavazos continues housing renovations—Cavalry Family Housing continues to prioritize quality of life with renovations that include upgraded fixtures and amenities. [Author: Janecze Wright]
- + EEO training goes from online to in-person—Equal Employment Opportunity training goes from online to in-person, offering a more personal experience for installation employees. [Author: Janecze ...
- + Naval Hospital Pensacola Sailor is Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program Active-Duty Counselor of the Year—PENSACOLA, Fla. – The Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) awarded Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Heather Selvie, a Pensacola, Florida native, as Subst...
- + 144th Communications Flight becomes a Squadron—The 144th Communications Flight was officially redesignated as the 144th Communications Squadron during a ceremony at the Fresno Air National Guard Ba...
- + Game Faces of Readiness Challenge X—Get up close and personal with some of the Engineers leading the way at this year's #ReadinessChallengeX! [Author: Jena Calvitti]
- + Defense supply chain conference fosters partnerships, integrated deterrence strategy—Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime, in collaboration with DLA Aviation and the National Defense Industrial Association, wrapped up day one of ...
- + TRADOC leader promoted to brigadier general—JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — Col. Jennifer Walkawicz, former garrison commander of 733rd Mission Support Group at Joint Base Langley-Eustis and cu...
- + 689th Rapid Port Opening Element holds casing, inactivation ceremony—The 689th Rapid Port Opening Element held a casing ceremony here at the U.S. Army Transportation Museum April 23. [Author: Julie A Kelemen]
- + Shannon Dye Has Been promoted to [Civilian]—Atlanta, GA native, Shannon Dye has been selected for promotion to the rank of [Civilian] in the . Dye is currently serving as Test with DVIDS Hub,...
- + Fort McCoy tentatively plans 2024 Pine View Campground reopening for May 1—Camping season is about to start at Fort McCoy’s Pine View Campground as staff are busy preparing the area to be ready for a new season. The planned r...
- + CRDAMC pharmacy team safely working towards better wait times—FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – A look behind the scenes of the pharmacy windows at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center pharmacy will show personnel continu...
- + Shannon Dye Has Received a Bachelor's Degree—Atlanta, GA native, [Civilian] Shannon Dye has received a bachelor's degree test. While on active duty, military members are encouraged to further...
- + Corps of Engineers to start dredging Cleveland Harbor—Dredging of the Cleveland Harbor federal navigation channel by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District and its contractor, Michigan-based R...
- + Statement: U.S. Military Aircraft transports US Embassy Port-au-Prince Support and Security Personnel—In support of the Department of State, U.S. Southern Command transported support and security augmentation personnel for the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-P...
- + Earth Day: NCTF-RH Participates in Bike Path Cleanup—NCTF-RH members and community volunteers help with local pollution control. [Author: Petty Officer 1st Class Luke J McCall]
- + A river runs through it: Waterbury's decades at McAlpine tell story of grit and determination—Sally Waterbury, McAlpine Locks and Dam's first female lock operator, has a story that is woven with resilience and a deep-rooted love for hard work. ...
- + DESRON 15 Hosts Junior Officer Training Symposium (JOTS)—YOKOSUKA, Japan – The first annual Japan-based Junior Officer Training Symposium (JOTS) was hosted by Commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 in Yok...
- + Remains of World War II Soldier, Columbus, Ohio, native, to be buried in Arlington National Cemetery—The remains of U.S. Army Air Forces 1st Lt. George W. Winger, a Soldier killed during World War II, will be interred April 22 in Arlington National Ce...
- + Kentucky First Lady Britainy Beshear visited Fort Knox April 19 to meet with children and tour some of the installation’s schools and childcare facilities.—Kentucky First Lady Britainy Beshear visited Fort Knox April 19 to meet with children and tour some of the installation’s schools and childcare facili...
- + DESRON 15 Hosts Annual ASW Symposium—Commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 hosted its Annual Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Symposium from April 16th to April 19th in Yokosuka, Japan.
- + DESRON 15 Hosts Annual Allied Surface Warfare Summit—Commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 hosted their Annual Surface Warfare Summit in Yokosuka, Japan from April 15th to 19th in Yokosuka, Japan.
- + USSOCOM Care Coalition hosts its 2024 Warrior Care Conference—U.S. Special Operations Command’s Warrior Care Program (Care Coalition) held its Warrior Care Conference in Orlando, Florida, April 9-11, 2024. More t...
- + Modernization efforts ongoing at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant—Several modernization efforts have been completed, are taking place, or are planned at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Kingsport, Tennessee. They...
- + Army CID Special Agent Honors His Grandfather and Fallen Soldiers During Bataan Memorial Death March—Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division Special Agent Ethan Pempek honored the memory of his grandfather while joining over 5,000 parti...
- + USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 114) Earns Bloodhound Award—YOKOSUKA, Japan – Commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 awarded the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) the ...
- + Rear Admiral Aguayo: Navy Prioritizes Readiness, Leverages Existing Assets—Commander, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Atlantic Rear Adm. Lore Aguayo and Commanding Officer, NAVFAC Washington, Capt. Omarr...
- + NAS Sigonella Improves Water Resiliency—Though Earth Day happens but once a year, environmental sustainability projects are ongoing for Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Public Works Departm...
- + Electric Boat Competition Sparks Interest in Naval Science Careers—Student engineering teams from Princeton, Washington College and the University of Alabama have won first place in their respective events at the “Pro...
- + 317th AW completes first C-130J Max Endurance Operation with external fuel tanks—On April 20, 2024, the 317th Airlift Wing made history within the Air Mobility Command by completing the first Max Endurance Operation (MEO) with a C-...
- + USAG Benelux Spotlight: Staff Sgt. Nicholas Cravens—In this series, we are shining a light on our workforce in and around the Benelux. This Spotlight is on Staff Sgt. Nicholas Cravens, who has found a w...
- + U.S. Soldier places 2nd in multinational shooting competition—A U.S. senior human resources noncommissioned officer assigned to the Multinational Corps-Northeast received the Joint Service Achievement Medal March...
- + 3d Marine Division NCO Receives Littleton Award for Communications Excellence—U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Justin Franklin, a network administrator with 3d Marine Division, was awarded the Pfc. Herbert A. Littleton Noncommissioned Off...
- + Osan strengthens alliance with ROK partners through KFT 24—Nearly 200 jumpers from U.S. Special Operations Command Korea and Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command participated in a large-scale parachute dr...
- + SRF-JRMC Volunteers at Ikego Elementary School’s STEAM Day—U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center (SRF-JRMC) personnel volunteered at Ikego Elementary School's STEAM Day on board...
- + U.S. Joint Force and JSDF Bolster Alliance at Okinawa Security Conference—Senior military leaders from the Japan Self-Defense Force and U.S. military convened in Okinawa, Japan, for the annual Bilateral Commanders Conference...
- + Guardsmen, firefighters train for real-world flood emergencies—The Idaho Army National Guard’s State Aviation Group and the Boise Fire Department’s Swiftwater/Dive Team remain ready for the call of real-world resc...
- + Building Resilience: Typhoon-hit community receives lifesaving training from AFP, US—In a concerted effort to enhance disaster preparedness following the aftermath of Typhoon Egay in 2023, joint service members of the Armed Forces of t...
- + U.S. Coast Guard partners conduct Multi-Agency Strike Force Operation at the Port of Guam—PITI, Guam — On April 18, 2024, U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam spearheaded a comprehensive Multi-Agency Strike Force Operation (MASFO)...
- + Spotlighting Sexual Assault Awareness And Prevention—When sexual assault occurs, an entire command is affected. That’s why every April, military communities across the world call attention to the preval...
- + From Military Child to Soldier: My Personal Journey—Staff Sgt. Carlie Stonebraker reflects on her life being a military child turned Soldier, and the challenges that came with it. [Author: Staff Sgt. Ca...
- + Fort Gregg-Adams EMD hosts Earth Day Cleanup—FORT GREGG-ADAMS, Va. - Soldiers, Marines, and local community members came out to volunteer during Earth Day Cleanup, April 22. [Author: Ericka Gille...
- + SECNAV Del Toro Meets Members of the Biden Administration’s Rugby Diplomacy Initiative—Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro today met the United States Naval Academy (USNA) Men’s and Women’s Rugby Team, helping to kick off the U.S. Rugb...
- + Navy Protects Native Species at Lualualei—A U.S. Navy environmental team discovered that with some planning, an auspicious wetland, and the use of creative designs, there are opportunities to ...
- + Hurlburt Field reopens memorial air park to the public—Air Commandos gathered with members of the public to celebrate the grand reopening of the Hurlburt Field Memorial Air Park here, April 10, 2024. [Auth...
- + Cal Guard’s 115th Regional Support Group welcomes its 36th Commander.—CAMP ROBERTS, Calif. – U.S. Army Col. Peter R. Barajas formally assumed command of the 115th Regional Support Group from Col. Steve L. Martinelli duri...
- + Picking Up Where Others Left Off at NHB—By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- It was a modest proposal. [Author: Douglas Stutz]
- + Celebrating the true superheroes of our military Families—April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to highlight the extraordinary powers of these young champions. This year’s theme, "Military Child...
- + Nurturing resilience: The vital role of communication in military Families during the Month of the Military Child—Tucson, Ariz. — During April, as we pay tribute to the resilience and sacrifices of military Families and their children, it's crucial to acknowledge ...
- + 2024 Fort McCoy fishing season begins May 4—The 2024 Fort McCoy fishing season opens May 4, concurrent with the Wisconsin general inland fishing season opener. [Author: Scott Sturkol]
- + Alaska Air National Guard officer shares story with Service High JROTC—Alaska Air National Guard officer shares story with Service High JROTC [Author: Maj. David Bedard]
- + Living the American dream: Paying it forward—According to former President Harry S. Truman, “America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand.” T...
- + Camp Pendleton extends electric vehicle charger service to privately owned vehicles—MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton had extended electric vehicle charger service beyond government owned elec...
- + Munson Army Health Center Soldier promoted through Army Recruiting Program—FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas – A Soldier on Fort Leavenworth was promoted to specialist nine months early and earned a U.S. Army Recruiting Ribbon through...
- + AMC partners with Standing Rock Community School to host local tribal engagement—Air Mobility Command partnered with Standing Rock Community School to host a tribal engagement in Fort Yates, North Dakota, April 18, 2024. Leaders f...
- + NUWC Division Newport employees win National Defense Industrial Association undersea warfare awards—Dr. Jason Gomez, the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport’s chief technology officer, and Dr. Robert Koch, a senior technologist in t...
- + Billy Currington to headline Fort Drum’s Mountainfest concert—Billy Currington, with special guest Conner Smith, will perform a free concert June 20 during Fort Drum’s Mountainfest. [Author: Michael Strasser]
- + A day in the life of pest management—As you sit at your desk, typing on your keyboard, the familiar sound of keys clicking fills the air. With each tap, you immerse yourself further into...
- + Leaders celebrate hangar completion at Yuma Proving Ground—The U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground’s primary mission is to test the nation’s military ground combat equipment; however, for nearly 30 years, its vast d...
- + Baltimore Native Leads Coordination Efforts for US Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore in Key Bridge Response—In the heart of Baltimore, Kimberly Matthews, a design manager with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, stands at the forefront of d...
- + Reimagining Space Force EPME: A Deep Dive into the Vosler Fellowships—The U.S. Space Force reimagined its Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME) to meet the demands and challenges unique to enlisted Guardians. [...
- + NY Senator calls on Air Force to replace aging NY Air Guard planes—STRATTON AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, New York --New York Senator Charles Schumer, the Senate Majority Leader, on Monday, April 22, called on the Air Forc...
- + Fort McCoy ArtiFACT: Visiting archeologists establish Stillwell Crossing Mock Cultural Site—In 2017, archaeologists with Colorado State University’s Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CSU-CEMML) initiated the largest resea...
- + Be Proud, But Never Satisfied: Puckett’s Legacy Lives on In The 75th Ranger Regiment—One-hundred and forty-six servicemembers earned the Medal of Honor for their actions during the Korean War. On April 8, 2024, the last living recipien...
- + TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six Counties in Iowa due to Storm Damage—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in six counties in Iowa may receive emergency prescription ref...
- + PA Guard inaugural WOCS graduation—FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. - Eighteen U.S. Soldiers recently graduated from Warrant Officer Candidate School (WOCS) here, 15 being pinned the rank of Wa...
- + NPS Researchers Recognized for Modeling Integrated Deterrence in INDOPACOM Region—In recognition of their efforts to advance future force design and the next-generation Joint Warfighting Concept, several researchers from the Naval P...
- + Fairchild Air Force Base Mental Health department decreased wait time to 24 hours—Mental Health professionals assigned to the 92nd Medical Operations Squadron implemented changes that offer patients group therapy opportunities and w...
- + ISG TURNS FIVE!—The Institute for Security Governance has now celebrated its fifth year under DSCA! [Author: Juanita White]
- + MCAF and VFW launch partnership—MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3103 announced their adoption of Marine Corps Air Facilities Quantico during a cer...
- + U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton returns home following 111-day Alaskan deployment—ALAMEDA, Calif. – U.S. Coast Guard Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (WMSL 752) and crew returned to home port in Alameda, Monday, following a 111-day deplo...
- + US, Zambian armies host African Land Forces Summit in Livingstone—LIVINGSTONE, Zambia — U.S. Army Southern Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) and the Zambia Army held the opening ceremony for the African Land Forces Summi...
- + Military child: A story of resilience and strength—TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- U.S. President Joe Biden voiced that military children embody the very best of America — shouldering the unique chall...
- + Military spouse ‘shares her spare’ with fellow Olympian’s dad—Olympic gold medalist Crissy Perham may have hung up her swim cap in her 20s, but she held onto the dedication and passion that drove her to record-br...
- + Soldier sentenced to prison for distribution of child pornography—On April 18, a military judge sentenced Army Sgt. Dustin R. Matthews, 27, to 12 months and one day of confinement and a bad conduct discharge from the...
- + NAVSUP WSS resolves seven CASREPs for a single part, single ship—In supply terms, Casualty Reports or CASREPs are high visibility, high priority requisitions. A single CASREP garners attention; seven from one ship, ...
- + AFTC’s Digital Leap: SharePoint Community Drives Future Initiatives—The Air Force Test Center is undergoing a digital transformation with new projects driven by the 2022 AFTC Digital Modernization Strategy. This strate...
- + Ad Inexplorata: Bjorkman retires as AFTC executive director—After a distinguished career spanning over four decades, Dr. Eileen A. Bjorkman, a prominent member of the Senior Executive Service, will retire as th...
- + Earth Day: Marine Corps Installations Command’s Environmental Readiness is Mission Readiness—In 2023 the Marine Corps made great strides in building resilience against myriad types of environmental threats at its installations around the world...
- + Signal Soldier recognized for technical expertise—CAMP ARIFJAN, Kuwait— The 160th Signal Brigade recognizes Pfc. Molina, 151st Expeditionary Signal Battalion, for her technical expertise. Molina demon...
- + New PIEE tool replaces legacy options—DCMA employees can soon begin using Audit Tracking and Action Tool within the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment. [Author: Elizabeth Szoke]
- + ‘It Was Done’: V Corps ‘original plank holder’ concludes career in ancestral homeland—The final mission of Lt. Gen. John S. Kolasheski’s distinguished career was a doozy. He organized, trained, equipped, deployed, and commanded a storie...
- + Walter Reed and Leaders from National Capital Region Defense Health Network Conclude Inaugural Joint Financial Assistance and Recovery Mission Seminar—Leaders from the Defense Health Agency, the National Capital Region (NCR) Defense Health Network, and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center con...
- + DCMA International welcomes new commander—Navy Capt. Bari Jones assumes command of DCMA International Command. [Author: Elizabeth Szoke]
- + USACE stands up first National Occupational Health Center in Mobile—MOBILE, Ala. – It is said that success breeds success. Whatever your business or endeavor, if you create something innovative and set yourself apart f...
- + The Defense Centers for Public Health-Aberdeen Turns to Experts at the Navy Entomology Center of Excellence for the Latest Genomic Techniques—The Navy Entomology Center of Excellence (NECE), the U.S. Navy’s insect experts provided comprehensive training on advanced techniques in genetics to ...
- + The Defense Centers for Public Health-Aberdeen Looks to Experts at the Navy Entomology Center of Excellence for the Latest on Insect Genetics—The Navy Entomology Center of Excellence (NECE), the U.S. Navy’s insect experts provided comprehensive training on advanced techniques in genetics to ...
- + Cancer diagnosis linked to HPV—According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year in the United States, more than 46,700 new cases of cancer are found in parts o...
- + Cancer diagnosis linked to HPV virus—According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year in the United States, more than 46,700 new cases of cancer are found in parts o...
- + Occupational Therapy Helps Improve Function to Regain Independence—Blanchfield Army Community Hospital’s OT staff is committed to assisting patients in achieving their goals, functioning at the highest level, and main...
- + Corps seeks comments on water and sewer project in Cando, North Dakota—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is seeking comments on the draft Environmental Assessment, or EA, for the city of Cando, North Da...
- + Air University hosts Japanese air defense leader—Air University welcomed Gen. Hiroaki Uchikura, Koku-Jieitai (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) Chief of Staff, during the 2024 International Honor Roll ev...
- + V Corps Participates in Warfighting Symposium in Sibiu—SIBIU, Romania—The U.S. Army V Corps participated in a Warfighting Symposium at Headquarters Multinational Corps South-East (MNC-SE) from April 17 to ...
- + RAF, RAAF reactivate squadron for F-35 reprogramming mission—No. 80 Squadron, which also includes Royal Navy Sailors, was formerly known as the Australia Canada United Kingdom Reprogramming Laboratory. [Author: ...
- + Hampton Roads Fleet and Family Support Center Introduces Remote Clinical Counseling Services—Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Support Center has expanded its services by offering remote clinical counseling to individuals, couples, and...
- + Army G-1 officer spotlights HR Impact during Europe visit—Lt. Gen. Douglas F. Stitt, Deputy Chief of Staff for G-1 for the U.S. Army, visited Europe, praising HR professionals for their vital contributions. S...
- + Community Leadership and Disc Golf—SSG Christopher LeTourneau, recruiter with Bridgeport Recruiting Company, is an avid disc golfer. He uses this lifelong hobby to give back to the comm...
- + FRCE receives the 2024 SECNAV Environmental Award—The Office of the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) recently recognized Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) for its continued commitment to environmental ...
- + 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion conducts convoy support center operations in support of Saber Strike 2024—FRANKENBERG, Germany – The 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion (18th CSSB) deployed a team of fuelers and maintainers to establish a level-two c...
- + Unspoken Connections: Soldier Brings ASL Classes to Deployed Troops—In the heart of U.S. Central Command area of operations, where the focus is often on mission readiness and combat preparedness, one service member has...
- + USAG Rheinland-Pfalz commemorates Earth Day, memorializes deceased comrade—U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz leadership held a tree-planting ceremony at the installation's headquarters building April 19, 2024, to both celebr...
- + Landing in Leszno—A CH-47 crew from the Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, conducted a precautionary landing in March 2024 due to a change in weather in Le...
- + USSPACECOM visit cements commitment to bolstering the Alliance in Korea—CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea – Gen. Stephen Whiting, Commander of the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM), visited the Republic of Korea (ROK) Apr...
- + Earth Day 2024 at NSA Souda Bay—NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (April 19, 2024) Solid waste and wastewater recycling. Solar energy. Electric vehicles. These are just a few ...
- + Prepositioned stock site in Belgium opens medical materiel warehouse—Army Prepositioned Stock-2 Zutendaal site celebrated the grand opening of the newly renovated warehouse 50035 in Zutendaal, Belgium on April 18. [Auth...
- + Exercise Balikatan 2024 kicks off with opening ceremony highlighting ironclad alliance—CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City, Philippines –Exercise Balikatan 2024, the largest annual bilateral exercise conducted between the Philippines and the U.S...
- + Powerful grasp of languages common denominator for LRC Italy’s employees of the year—A powerful grasp of languages was the common denominator for Logistics Readiness Center Italy’s Employee of the Year selections for fiscal year 2023. ...
- + Cmdr. Woodcock, Executive Officer of USS Frank Cable, Retires Following 36 Years of Service—Cmdr. Michael A. Woodcock, executive officer of the Emory S. Land-class submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), bid farewell to his accomplished mil...
- + Introducing Ms. ChinKyong Kim: FED's Safety Guardian with a Passion for Excellence!—ChinKyong has been a vital member of FED serving as a senior safety and occupational health specialist since January 2019! In her role, she assumes a ...
- + Presenting Ms. Sarah Woo: Pioneering Engineering Excellence as FED's Chief of the Engineering Division!—At the helm of the Engineering Division at the Far East District (FED), Sarah has been steering the course since July 2023, infusing her role with pas...
- + Roots of Resilience: The Chamorro spirit of Chief Petty Officer Luis Jose Reyes Blas—In the vast expanse of the Pacific, where the horizon seems to stretch infinitely, blending sea and sky, Chief Petty Officer Luis Jose Reyes Blas char...
- + South Korea’s largest air exercise proves ‘Accept Follow-on Forces’ mission—KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea – A crucial aspect of any exercise for the 8th Fighter Wing is the reception of forces, and that was no different a...
- + MV Cape Horn Delivers Gear Destined for Balikatan 2024—Military Sealift Command chartered ship MV Cape Horn (T-AKR 5068) continued its voyage through the Pacific and arrived at the New Container Terminal i...
- + Spc. Jason Hall, Sgt. James Castro named 2024 West Virginia Soldier, NCO of the Year—Twenty-five service members from the West Virginia and District of Columbia Army National Guard and West Virginia Air National Guard vied for top hono...
- + Kentucky National Guard Supports 35th Thunder Over Louisville Event—Kentucky National Guard Supports 35th Thunder Over Louisville Event in Louisville, Kentucky, April 20, 2024. [Author: Spc. Caleb Sooter]
- + Motor City Conferences: Empowering National Guard Members to Break Barriers—Motor City 2024 offers National Guard members a transformative series of conferences in Detroit, focusing on personal development, industry partnershi...
- + Final Formation for Departing Soldiers—FRANKFORT, Ky &#e2;P] In a poignant display of respect and camaraderie, the Kentucky National Guard held its Final Formation ceremony Satu...
- + Versatile Ecologist Takes on Multiple Roles to Ensure Smooth Operations at Unified Command Center—Amani Khalil's Adaptability and Willingness to Step in Where Needed Proves Invaluable in Disaster Response Efforts [Author: Jeremy Todd]
- + Command of Southern Oregon's 'Guardian' Battalion Passes to New Leader—This article covers the change of command ceremony for the 1st Battalion, 186th Infantry Regiment, an Army National Guard unit based in Southern Orego...
- + Retirement Ceremony Ushers Collaborative Support Between Active Duty and Reservists—MARIETTA, GA &#e2;P] Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Bahrain Navy Reserve Headquarters (HQ) held a reti...
- + Construction begins on Chinook helicopter display addition to somber Mustang 22 Memorial—A Nevada Army Guard CH-47D Chinook helicopter grounded permanently by the U.S. Army due to structural damage caused by bullet holes in its hull follow...
- + Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One Holds Change of Command Ceremony—SAN DIEGO (April 19, 2024) &#e2;P] Capt. Douglas Meagher relieved Capt. Marc Crawford as Commander, Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One duri...
- + New technologies make Saber Strike 24 a proving ground for innovation—As an M1A2 Abrams lets loose with its main gun during a portion of a multinational live fire on Bemowo Piskie Training Ground, Poland, April 19, 2024,...
- + Community and Culture at the Center of U.S. Navy’s White Beach Festival in Okinawa—White Beach Festival, the U.S. Navy's largest event of the year in Okinawa, was held April 13-14, 2024. Fleet Activities Okinawa welcomed more than 14...
- + Community and Culture at the Center of U.S. Navy&#e2;Pcs White Beach Festival in Okinawa—White Beach Festival, the U.S. Navy's largest event of the year in Okinawa, was held April 13-14, 2024. Fleet Activities Okinawa welcomed more than 14...
- + Redefining Readiness: USACE and ARCENT Partnership Empowers Forward Operating Bases' Leap into Tech-Driven Defense—In a groundbreaking partnership at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Army Central, and private industry leaders, are pionee...
- + 406th AEW establishes regional command post, streamlines C2 operations—As the focal point for commanders across the wing, the new regional operations center is anticipated to reduce facility and equipment costs, enhance t...
- + U.S. Ambassador Tours C-130J at Chile&#e2;Pcs Premier Air and Space Fair—U.S. Ambassador, Bernadette Meehan, tours a C-130J and speaks with members of the 136th Airlift Wing, during an air show at FIDAE [Author: Tech. Sgt. ...
- + COMSUBPAC Holds Undersea Warfare Commanders’ Conference in Pearl Harbor—Commander, Submarine Force U.S. Pacific Fleet hosted the 2024 Undersea Warfare Commanders’ Conference at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, April 9-13, 2...
- + COMSUBPAC Holds Undersea Warfare Commanders&#e2;Pc Conference in Pearl Harbor—Commander, Submarine Force U.S. Pacific Fleet hosted the 2024 Undersea Warfare Commanders&#e2;Pc Conference at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hic...
- + NMCSD celebrates Lab Week with cutting-edge capabilities, exceptional staff—As Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) kicked off National Laboratory Week (14-20 April) with a cake-cutting ceremony, 15 April, it is the laborato...
- + New commanding officer at helm of USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139) in Guam—SANTA RITA, Guam &#e2;P^ Lt. Emma Saunders took command of USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139) from Lt. Jalle Merritt in a change of command ce...
- + Fort McCoy&#e2;Pcs 2024 Armed Forces Day Open House set for May 18—Fort McCoy will hold its 2024 Armed Forces Day Open House on May 18 at the installation&#e2;Pcs historic Commemorative Area. [Author: Scot...
- + Hometown Hero Flies with Blue Angels—NAS JRB FORT WORTH, TEXAS &#e2;P]Mr. John Fahey, director of college and career readiness at Eagle Mountain Saginaw Independent School Dis...
- + 146th Maintenance Group Airmen Learn a New Skill—VOLK FIELD, CAMP DOUGLAS, WISC. April 17, 2024 &#e2;P] On a chilly, windy, overcast morning that promised rain in the very northern state ...
- + Photo Story: April 2024 barracks construction operations at Fort McCoy, Part IV—The construction area for a new $28.08 million barracks building is shown April 10, 2024, at Fort McCoy, Wis., as framing of the building continues to...
- + Fort McCoy holds second 2024 Area Development Plan workshop—Fort McCoy conducted its second Area Development Plan workshop in mid-April as part of the installation Real Property Master Plan update, said Fort Mc...
- + Fort McCoy holds secone 2024 Area Development Plan workshop—Fort McCoy conducted its second Area Development Plan workshop in mid-April as part of the installation Real Property Master Plan update, said Fort Mc...
- + Artillery Execution Suite streamlines flow of data for the modern battlefield—By 2030, The U.S. Army&#e2;Pcs Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System will essentially be replaced by the new AXS software, which c...
- + A singing Soldier truly time-tuned to his interests—FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii &#e2;P] For most people, time is always slipping through their fingers, but for Sgt. Luis Mendez, time management is ...
- + A Singing Soldier: Time Tuned Truly to Their Interest—FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii – For most people, time is always slipping through their fingers, but for Sgt. Luis Mendez, time management is second nature. Men...
- + Fort Buchanan establishes a Partnership in Education with DoDEA—Maj. Gen. Robert D. Harter, Commanding General of the 81st Readiness Division, Col. Charles N. Moulton, commander of Fort Buchanan, Dr. Andrew Rynberg...
- + Air Force wins Armed Forces Men&#e2;Pcs Soccer championship—The Air Force men's soccer team won the 2024 Armed Forces Men's Soccer Championship at Albany State University in Albany, Georgia, April 9, 2024. [Aut...
- + Air Force wins Armed Forces Men’s Soccer championship—The Air Force men's soccer team won the 2024 Armed Forces Men's Soccer Championship at Albany State University in Albany, Georgia, April 9, 2024. [Aut...
- + 911: What's your emergency?—National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is observed each April to honor the dedication of first response emergency dispatchers for the critical ...
- + Optimizing excellence and empowerment—Innovators who passed through the first phase of Dragon Tank pitched their ideas to 81st Training Wing leadership here, April 4. Innovators first sub...
- + Multiple emergency missions lead to impactful experiences for Stettson Smith—LAHAINA —Stettson Smith, a civil engineer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Vicksburg District, has volunteered for multiple disaster missions du...
- + Strengthening Alliances: A Soldier's Journey Through Saber Strike 24—BEMOWO PISKIE TRAINING AREA, POLAND - In the heart of Poland’s Bemowo Piskie Training Area, the epicenter of activity of Saber Strike 24, U.S. Army Sg...
- + Ready Tiger 24-1 tests Mortuary Affairs Airmen—MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- In the solemn corridors of military operations, there is a vital yet often overlooked aspect of service — Mortuary Affair...
- + RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1 begins at JBER—RED FLAG-Alaska, a series of Pacific Air Forces commander-directed field training exercises for U.S. forces, kicked off April 18 and will run until Ma...
- + Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet Names Sea, Shore and Reserve Sailors of the Year—Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) named the active and reserve 2023 Sea and Shore Sailors of the Year, April 18 during the ann...
- + SES Karen M. Davis Engages in Insightful Leadership Discussions at SUPSHIP Newport News—Newport News, VA - Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion and Repair, USN, Newport News had the privilege of welcoming Ms. Karen M. Davis, the Deputy ...
- + Tyndall Express hosts ribbon cutting to celebrate renovations—Installation leadership joined the Tyndall Army and Air Force Exchange Service team to celebrate the recent renovations to the Tyndall Air Force Base,...
- + 8th MPs get tipsy for field sobriety training—SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii – Army military police with the 39th Military Police Detachment and 558th Military Police Company, 8th Military Police Brig...
- + BACH Offers High-Tech Alternative to CPAP Therapy—BACH Chief of Otolaryngology Maj. Alexander Lanigan poses with the only current FDA approved device assisted upper airway stimulation therapy for the ...
- + Fort McCoy observes 2024 Holocaust Remembrance Day, National Days of Remembrance—Fort McCoy held a special event April 15 in the chapel building 2672 to observe the 2024 Holocaust Days of Remembrance and Holocaust Remembrance Day. ...
- + Excellence in Action: NECE Officer in Charge participates in the Opening Ceremony of Vector Control Technology and Education Centers—Cmdr. Ian Sutherland, Officer-in-Charge of the Navy Entomology Center of Excellence (NECE) and Centers for Disease Control representative recently joi...
- + Navy Munitions Command Atlantic Det Pax Sailor Provides Life-Saving Roadside Assistance—Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Isaiah Mercado rendered life-saving aid to injured motorists April 7, 2024. [Author: Chief Petty Officer Patrick Gordon...
- + SECNAV Travels to Site of Francis Scott Key Bridge, Oversees Navy Equities—Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro traveled to Baltimore to personally assess the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse site and visit with Naval Sea S...
- + Army Holds First-of-its-Kind Career Fair in Arlington—The traditional sights and sounds of Globe Life Field, home of the Texas Rangers, were replaced with something brand new on Saturday, April 13. Ins...
- + River Skirmish Sparks Mexican-American War (25 APR 1846)—On 25 April 1846, Capt. Seth B. Thornton led two companies of the 2d Dragoon Regiment to investigate reports of Mexican insurgents crossing into Ameri...
- + Andrew Rowan Arrives in Cuba (23 APR 1898)—On 23 April 1898, 1st Lt. Andrew S. Rowan arrived in Cuba on a secret mission to coordinate and exchange information with insurgents waging a fight fo...
- + From The Front Lines: Sgt. 1st Class Joe Garvie: Empowering Dreams, Changing Lives—In Michigan's Bay City/Saginaw area, there's a figure whose dedication to service and community has left an indelible mark on countless lives. Sgt. 1s...
- + Submarine Squadron 12 holds change of command—GROTON, Connecticut – Capt. Thomas O’Donnell turned command of Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 12 over to Capt. Phil Castellano in a traditional change of...
- + RNZAF Warrant Officer of the Air Force visits Little Rock AFB—Royal New Zealand Air Force Warrant Officer of the Air Force Kerry Williams visited Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 16, 2024. [Author: Air...
- + Fort Buchanan leaders gather for Installation Planning Board—Maj. Gen. Robert D. Harter, Commanding General, 81st Readiness Division and Fort Buchanan's senior commander, along with Patrick J. Appelman, Installa...
- + Barkley Elementary Honors Military Children with Special Challenge Coin Ceremony—FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. – Barkley Elementary School celebrated the Month of the Military Child, April 11, by presenting each student with a unique coin sym...
- + Fort Drum Soldiers address quality of life issues during BOSS conference—The Fort Drum Better Opportunities for Single Soldier Conference gathered BOSS representatives from across 10th Mountain Division (LI) battalions Apri...
- + Team Whiteman demonstrates readiness during Exercise Spirit Vigilance—The 509th and 131st Bomb Wings capped off the most recent iteration of Exercise Spirit Vigilance by performing a mass fly-off of 12 B-2 Spirit stealth...
- + Gen. Richardson meets with Guatemalan leaders, Central American security chiefs in Guatemala—Army Gen. Laura Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), visited Guatemala April 15-18, meeting with President Bernardo Arévalo and ...
- + Guatemala Hosts Central American Security Conference, Focuses on Cyber Security—For this year’s Central American Security Conference (CENTSEC), defense and public-security leaders from the United States and Central America discuss...
- + Youth of the Year: ‘Change doesn’t always mean difficulty’—This year’s Military Child of the Year stands out for her remarkable resilience and unwavering support for other kids like her. Kieva DeFrancisco is ...
- + CNIC Selects 2023 Command Sailor of the Year—Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) named Culinary Specialist 1st Class (SW/AW) Yvener Plaisimond the command Sailor of the Year (SOY) for 20...
- + Tactile Tactics: Approaching self-care with tasks of intention—The Steel Airman Support Team hosted a self-care class during lunch, April 10, 2024, at the Pittsburgh International Airport Air Reserve Station, Penn...
- + WWII veteran is visited by 23rd Marines during 99th birthday celebration—U.S. Marines with Headquarters Company, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, visited retired U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Lou 'Mama Lou' Keller du...
- + Continuing a New START: AFGSC hosts internal workshop on US arms control treaty—Air Force Global Strike Command hosted a workshop here for 90 attendees across the Department of the Air Force from April 2-4 regarding the Command’s ...
- + 101st Airborne Division sniper places in international competition—U.S. Army Sgt. Aaron Fouts waited in a government van on a cold, wet, windy, and rainy April day at a long-distance shooting range near Parnu, Estonia...
- + Through the Lens of Duty: Conservation and Education is Key for Jacksonville District Park Rangers—CLEWISTON, Fla. – (Apr. 16, 2024) – Driven by a profound passion for the great outdoors, wildlife, and the environment, natural resource park rangers ...
- + Naval District Washington’s Prepares for Hurricane Season—Naval District Washington is gearing up for an extensive hurricane preparedness and disaster response exercise from April 22 to May 3. This exercise u...
- + RED HORSE Airmen return home from 6-month deployment—Members of the 823d RED HORSE from Hurlburt Field, Florida, spent more than six months rebuilding and restoring old runways that once were a crucial U...
- + USSOCOM inducts 18 new members into Commando Hall of Honor—U.S. Special Operations Command inducted 18 former special operators to include 9 Medal of Honor recipients into the USSOCOM Commando Hall of Honor lo...
- + Medicine, Manufacturing, Molecules: DoN Shines at Navy League STEM Expo—The Department of the Navy hosted many fun, interactive displays at the Navy League STEM Expo, held Sunday, April 7, at the Gaylord National Resort an...
- + Second Air Force kicks off Pathways to Blue 2024—Second Air Force held its annual Pathways to Blue event, giving Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets from across the southeast United States an intro...
- + Unified Care: A new approach for military religious professionals of diverse faiths—U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing Chaplain Corps are at the forefront of preparing military religious professionals from diverse...
- + Georgia Hosts Trojan Footprint 2024 with NATO partners—Special operations forces from the country Georgia joined their counterparts from the United States and 11 other nations to participate in Exercise Tr...
- + Team Souda supports Crete Marathon—Personnel assigned to Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay and tenant commands volunteered to support participants of the Crete Marathon in Chania, ...
- + Fort Drum Soldiers master basics of motorcycle riding—Soldiers across the 10th Mountain Division (LI) practice their skills on the motorcycle safety range April 16-17 at Fort Drum, as part of the Basic Ri...
- + USAG Rheinland-Pfalz hosts annual Real Property Planning Board meeting forging comprehensive mission development strategy—U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz conducted its annual Real Property Planning Board (RPPB) at the Rheinlander Community Center in Baumholder, Apr. 18...
- + 10th Mountain Division Sustainment Brigade hosts Innovative Technology Symposium—Representatives from U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Lab and the Civil-Military Innovation Institute met with...
- + U.S. Soldiers trade fitness tips with German firefighters—Soldiers from U.S. Army NATO and 7th Army Training Command traveled to Ludwigshafen, Germany, a major port city on the Rhine River, April 4 to spend a...
- + Combined Maritime Forces Hosts 2024 Maritime Security Conference—Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) hosted senior military leaders during a two-day maritime security conference held aboard Naval Support Activity Bahrain...
- + Finland Joins Combined Maritime Forces in Middle East as 43rd Member—Combined Maritime Forces welcomed Finland as the 43rd member of the world's largest maritime security partnership, April 17. [Author: NAVCENT Public A...
- + Ansbach Student-Athlete Excels in National Contest on Democracy—Ansbach Middle High School junior, Meredith Maxwell, was recently presented with a Veterans of Foreign Wars National Merit scholarship as a finalist i...
- + RAF Mildenhall Fire Department earns prestigious international accreditation for second time—Raising and setting the bar to gain international accreditation status by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International in 2019 wasn’t enough for...
- + RAF Mildenhall firefighter becomes first British ‘Ronny Jack Coleman Leadership Legacy Award’ recipient—A 100th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department firefighter has started the year off in a blaze of glory, winning not only the 100th Air Refueling Win...
- + 405th AFSB holds 3-day budget working group at Ramstein Air Base—Two clear and concise words from 405th Army Field Support Brigade Deputy to the Commander Joseph Scheff summarized the 405th AFSB’s Budget Working Gro...
- + U.S. Soldiers and Marines embrace local tradition at Dangjin Tug-of-War Festival—DANGJIN CITY, South Korea — Against the backdrop of Dangjin city's historic streets, the rhythmic chant of participants and the beating of ceremonial ...
- + Contact Front: 5th ANGLICO Prepares for Any Crisis—5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, is known for its fire support and liaison capabilities with j...
- + Aircraft arrive at Kentucky Air National Guard for Thunder air show—Military aircraft began arriving at the Kentucky Air National Guard Base in Louisville, Kentucky, April 18, 2024, in preparation for this weekend’s Th...
- + C3F Announces SOY Selectees—Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet Vice Adm. Michael Boyle announced the 2023 3rd Fleet Sea and Shore Sailors of the Year (SOY) during a ceremony held April 18...
- + 168th Wing enables Fighter Support over the Pacific during Agile Reaper 24-1—Airmen from the 168th Wing support Agile Reaper 24-1, providing combat refueling capabilities to the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing F-22 Raptors and airli...
- + Fort Liberty Maternity Fair: Empowering families one connection at a time—This Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Fort Liberty community is coming together for the biannual Maternity Fair at Womack Army Medical ...
- + Yuma Proving Ground celebrates Earth Day 2024—As a natural laboratory for testing virtually every piece of equipment in the U.S. Army’s ground combat arsenal, every day is Earth Day at Yuma Provin...
- + Colorado reservist awarded Citizen Honors Service Award—A 310th Space Wing Airman received the 2024 Citizen Honors Service Award from the Congressional Medal of Honor Society for leading his non-profit orga...
- + Fort McCoy’s safety council reviews strong safety performance in 2024 during April SOHAC gathering—Fort McCoy's Safety and Occupational Health Advisory Council (SOHAC) convened April 9 at the McCoy’s Community Center to discuss safety measures and p...
- + Iowa’s 185th ARW awarded Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award—The Iowa Air National Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing was recently awarded Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award. [Author: Senior Master Sgt. Vincent ...
- + Public Health Command-Pacific Hosts inaugural Veterinary One Health International Military Symposium, Indo-Pacific—t the intersection of military global health and veterinary medicine, collaboration and innovation are paramount. This was illustrated at the inaugura...
- + Marine Raiders conduct language immersion training with French Special Operations Forces—Marine Raiders with Marine Forces Special Operations Command recently conducted a two-week language immersion training with French special operations ...
- + New aircraft arrives at NAS Corpus Christi to replace aging T-44C Pegasus—By CNATRA Public Affairs Two T-54A multi-engine aircraft landed aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Corpus Christi, April 18. The arrival of the T-54A h...
- + Guardians of Tradition: Inside the 377th Air Base Wing Kirtland Air Force Base Honor Guard—KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- In the heart of Kirtland Air Force Base, a distinguished group of servicemen and servicewomen stand ready to honor, p...
- + CASCOM hosts future Deputy Commanding Generals for Support—The U.S. Combihned Arms Support Command and Sustainment Center of Excellence hosts ten senior field grade officers ahead of assuming their new roles a...
- + Vermont Army National Guard Soldiers Compete in Statewide Best Warrior Competition—The Vermont Army National Guard held its 2024 Statewide Best Warrior Competition at the Ethan Allen Firing Range in Jericho, Vermont on April 6th and ...
- + Commander for a Day participant: ‘Thank you … for affording me this opportunity’—Let me start with thanking Sylvia Lopez, Fort McCoy Army Community Service Office director, and Patric McGuane, director of the Fort McCoy Directorate...
- + Barksdale conducts exercise Bayou Vigilance 2024—Airmen from the 2nd and 5th Bomb Wings trained together while evaluating response and combat operation skills during exercise Bayou Vigilance April 3-...
- + Task Force Iroquois deploys to Africa—U.S. Soldiers from the Pennsylvania National Guard’s 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team recently deployed to Africa in support of Special Operations Com...
- + TRADOC command sergeant major visits Fort Leonard Wood—U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command’s Command Sgt. Maj. Raymond Harris got a hands-on tour of the specialized training service members experience ...
- + From Analysis to Action: Enhancing Decision-Making with Risk-Informed Strategies—ALEXANDRIA, Va. (April 18, 2024) - A white paper was released in February 2024 titled “Enhancing Risk-Informed Decision Making in the U.S. Army Corps ...
- + Read all about it! AEDC newspaper reaches 70th year in circulation—A photo of test cells in the new Engine Test Facility at Arnold Air Force Base spanned the entire width of the page. Just below the picture was an acc...
- + Fort McCoy Commander for a Day participant: ‘It was an honor’—As I pulled into the parking lot behind headquarters (building 100), I took notice of a Soldier making haste for a white pickup truck holding up his h...
- + Artificial Intelligence Changing Way Military Health System Delivers Health Care—Artificial intelligence is innovating the way that the world operates, and this is no more evident than in health care delivery—particularly within th...
- + UNEXPECTED CONNECTION AT ROBOTICS COMPETITION—Collaborative recruiting event at a regional robotics competition produced more than leads, but a connection and experience that will last a lifetime....
- + McConnell Reservists perform first tasked KC-46A AE mission to Pacific—Citizen Reserve Airmen from the 931st Air Refueling Wing recently expanded Pacific Air Force (PACAF) capabilities by piloting a KC-46A Pegasus with Ai...
- + Army CSA and SMA Visit I Corps and JBLM—General Randy George, Chief of Staff of the Army, and Sergeant Major of the Army Michael Weimer visits America’s First Corps and JBLM from 3rd-5th Apr...
- + Iowa National Guard Solider headed to Olympic Trials—MOUNT PLEASANT, Ia. - Spc. Adaugo Nwachukwu, currently serving in the 224 Brigade Engineer Battalion (BEB) , 2/34 Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT),...
- + Army medical logistics transformation focuses on readiness—FORT LIBERTY, N.C. -- Transformational change was the focus of a three-day exercise that brought together more than 100 stakeholders from throughout t...
- + Pacific Air Forces weather branch hosts multilateral weather talks—Air Force weather officers from the U.S., Japan, Republic of Korea, and Germany gathered at the Tradewinds Conference Center to discuss key lines of e...
- + STARCOM tests RMT system for Space Rapid Capabilities Office—Space Training and Readiness Command recently conducted a test of the Remote Modular Terminal (RMT), a new system for the Space Rapid Capabilities Off...
- + BJACH Lab clinical training site for LSUA medical laboratory science program—FORT JOHNSON, La. —Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital recently joined forces with Louisiana State University, Alexandria to serve as a clinical train...
- + Commander, Submarine Group Nine Visits University of Washington—Rear Adm. Nicholas R. Tilbrook, Commander, Submarine Group Nine and Task Group 114.3, visited the University of Washington and its Applied Physics Lab...
- + USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) Holds Change of Command—PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii – Cmdr. Jonathan Greenwald relieved Cmdr. John E. Holthaus as commanding officer of USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) in a ceremony he...
- + Eid al-Fitr celebrated at Walter Reed—The Walter Reed Islamic community along with the Department of Pastoral Care hosted a special meal April 16 in observance of Eid al-Fitr, celebrated b...
- + Work With Us: Defense Health Agency Seeks Commercial Solutions to Support the Transformation of Military Health Care—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency is seeking solutions to change the care model and create a new value equation for military medicine...
- + PAANG Enlistment Bonuses—The Pennsylvania Air National Guard is currently offering non-prior service enlistment bonuses up to $50,000 for select critical career fields. The 17...
- + Digging into a major project—The 509th Civil Engineer Squadron is hard at work bringing more reliable power to the Whiteman Air Force Base water treatment facility by modifying th...
- + Team Kingsley collaborates with ANG innovation team and local universities—In early April, Team Kingsley hosted a group of academics and U.S. Air Force Innovation and ARCWERX members on base to discuss current and future inno...
- + 153rd Security Forces Squadron Installs AI Powered Camera—The Wyoming Air National Guard's 153rd Security Forces Squadron pioneers AI-enhanced camera surveillance at their base, boosting detection capabilitie...
- + I Am Navy Medicine – and Victim Advocate – Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Robediane G. Santiago—By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- For Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Robediane G. Santiago, becoming a victim advocate wa...
- + The Project Prevention Journey: Raider Analytics, Innovation, and Data Team (RAID-T) Efforts to Forecast and Reduce Harmful Behaviors—Fort Carson, Colo—What initially seemed to be a challenge for one unit within the 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team (1SBCT), evolved into a novel volunt...
- + AFCENT honors leaders during Change of Command—AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar – U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Derek France took command of Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) and Combined Air Forces Central, ...
- + Photo Story: April 2024 barracks construction operations at Fort McCoy, Part III—The construction area for a new $28.08 million barracks building is shown April 9, 2024, at Fort McCoy, Wis., as framing of the building continues to ...
- + The U.S. Army Medical Test and Evaluation Activity conducts a customer test of the advanced medium power source microgrid system—The U.S. Army Medical Test and Evaluation Activity ), conducted a customer test of the Advanced Medium Power Source (AMMPS) 120kW Microgrid System at ...
- + Pathfinders Conduct Munitions Port Operations in Wales—Pathfinders from RAF Welford, RAF Croughton and RAF Fairford recently coordinated with U.S. Army Soldiers from the 598th Transportation Brigade as wel...
- + 10th AAMDC Operation Shield 2024—PULA, Croatia — From April 6-13, 2024, Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 57th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, participated in Operation Shield 2024. Ope...
- + Marching Through Time: Michigan Army National Guard Officer Candidates Reflect on Leadership Lessons at Gettysburg—Michigan Army National Guard Officer Candidate School Class 067 reflect on leadership principles during Staff Ride to Gettysburg National Battlefield ...
- + Veterans and community invited to Clarksville VA Expo—The Clarksville VA Clinic will host a Veterans Service Expo providing food, music, and entertainment for Veterans to increase awareness of VA health c...
- + YPG Emergency Dispatcher honored as peak performer—As National Public Telecommunicator Week comes to an end, Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) would like to gratefully recognize the 10 dispatchers supporting t...
- + MCAS Yuma Launches Innovative Regenerative Grazing Pilot Project—[MCAS Yuma, Arizona] - The landscape surrounding Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma is undergoing a unique transformation with the introduction of a...
- + Oklahoma honors Medal of Honor recipients with plaque and Heroes Hall—On April 1, 2024, a profound sense of reverence and gratitude filled the Oklahoma State Capitol building as the state paid homage to its Medal of Hono...
- + Lt. Cmdr. Genevieve Flatgard Named Military Engineer of the Year by NAVFAC Washington—The Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Washington has selected Lt. Cmdr. Genevieve Flatgard, Facilities Engineering and Acquisition...
- + Soldiers honor fallen WWII service members—U.S. Soldiers assigned to HHC, Allied Forces South Battalion in Naples, Italy, visited the Sicily-Rome American Cemetery Jan. 24 to honor the fallen o...
- + The Army’s Home in the Caribbean hosts USARC conference—Leaders form the U.S. Army Reserve, the Installation Management Command (IMCOM), the Army Reserve Installation Management Directorate along with U.S. ...
- + Wisconsin Air Guard conduct security training with Papua New Guinea counterparts—Security Forces Squadron members train alongside Papua New Guinea Defence Force military police on security tasks [Author: Staff Sgt. Kati Volkman]
- + Rota's A3T: Developing Youth Leaders on and off the Court—Twelve Rota Middle/High School students, aged 11-14 years old, gather in the school’s basketball court for practice. On first glance, this would be a ...
- + Team Rota: QM2 Kayla Mares—Quartermaster 2nd Class Kayla Mares is an admin clerk at Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota administrative department. “I am responsible for processing pa...
- + Engineering the future: FRCE engineers help high schoolers compete in this year’s UUAV competition—With the help of Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) engineers, teams of Eastern North Carolina high school students geared up for the 2024 Ultimate Un...
- + Engineering the future: FRCE engineers help high schoolers compete in this year&#e2;Pcs UUAV competition—With the help of Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) engineers, teams of Eastern North Carolina high school students geared up for the 2024 Ultimate Un...
- + U.S.-ROK SOF participate in routine Airborne training for KFT 24—Approximately 300 U.S. and Republic of Korea special operations forces personnel participated in a static-line Airborne training operation today as pa...
- + CJTF-HOA works with U.S. Embassy in Burundi in exercise to maintain regional readiness—The East Africa Response Force (EARF), comprised of members from Task Force Paxton under the direction of CJTF-HOA, conducted an Emergency Deployment ...
- + US Soldiers a slam dunk with local Poznan school—POZNAN, Poland &#e2;P] Chants of &#e2;P	c;GO ARMY! GO ARMY! GO ARMY!&#e2;P	d; bounce off the walls of the Inte...
- + Baumholder’s Smith Elementary School celebrates Month of the Military Child with guest speaker Julia Furman—April is Month of the Military Child (MOMC), and Smith Elementary School (ES) took the opportunity to celebrate all its students during a MOMC Purple ...
- + Baumholder&#e2;Pcs Smith Elementary School celebrates Month of the Military Child with guest speaker Julia Furman—April is Month of the Military Child (MOMC), and Smith Elementary School (ES) took the opportunity to celebrate all its students during a MOMC Purple ...
- + Aviano Airmen train Istrana AB allies on RAPCON—The 31st Operations Support Squadron&#e2;Pcs Automation and Radar Approach Control (RAPCON) team conducted training at Aviano Air Base for...
- + 8th FW maintains aerial strength with interoperability planning—KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- As part of Korea Flying Training 2024 units across the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, and the Rep...
- + Engineer officer follows in her father’s footsteps—Some people join the military to serve their country, make a difference, and earn educational benefits. For Maj. Pam Rusinko, however, the decision wa...
- + Engineer officer follows in her father&#e2;Pcs footsteps—Some people join the military to serve their country, make a difference, and earn educational benefits. For Maj. Pam Rusinko, however, the decision wa...
- + 51st FW wins Aether Sprint innovation awards—The 51st Fighter Wing's commitment to innovation soared to new heights with Mustangwerx, the innovation cell at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, earn...
- + JROTC cadets instill values of leadership, respect in elementary students through service project—NAVAL AIR FACILITY ATSUGI, Japan &#e2;P] A group of Junior Reserve Officers&#e2;Pc Training Corps cadets aimed to instill the ...
- + USS Colorado Arrives at New Homeport in Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam—The Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Colorado (SSN 788) and its crew of approximately 130 Sailors arrived at its new homeport at Joint Base Pe...
- + 259th E-MIB Soldier wins MIRC Soldier of the Year Competition—259th E-MIB Soldier wins MIRC Soldier of the Year Competition [Author: Sgt. Brea DuBose]
- + USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) holds ribbon cutting for ship-based USO center—The U.S. Navy&#e2;Pcs only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan, and United Service Operations (USO) held a ribbon cutting...
- + Camp Zama festival celebrates youngest community members during Month of the Military Child—CAMP ZAMA, Japan &#e2;P] Games, rides, live music, refreshments and more were part of an outdoor event held here Saturday to recognize and...
- + Memorial unveiled for freefall jumpers KIA—Five years ago, when Master Sgt. Nick Sheperty was killed in a training accident his family learned there were no memorial statues specifically repres...
- + Motivated.—Korinne Israel ran her first ever marathon last October in Des Moines, which qualified her for the 2024 Boston Marathon. Then, wearing number 12936, I...
- + Washington Air National Guard Innovation Team hosts first-ever Innovation Industry Day—The 194th Air Support Operations Group (ASOG) motor pool was transformed into a hub of innovation during the first-ever Washington Air National Guard ...
- + U.S. Army Aviation Media Round Table - April 24, 2024—U.S. Army Aviation will host a Media Round Table during the 2024 Army Aviation Mission Solutions Summit on April 24, 2024, at 2 p.m. in room Summit 10...
- + Community leader visits Fort McCoy, learns more about post mission—Derek Daly, chief executive officer of Tomah Health at Tomah, Wis., visited Fort McCoy on April 12 along with another representative from Tomah Health...
- + Doghouse hosts first joint UABMT graduation&#c2;&#a0;—TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. &#e2;P] Junior officers from the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps graduated from the 337th Air Control Sq...
- + Readiness, resilience on display during IMCOM command visit to Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield—U.S. Army Garrison Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield leadership hosted the U.S. Army Installation Management Command command team for its first visit ...
- + Pease to hold exercise—The 157th Air Refueling Wing is scheduled to conduct a series of joint exercises April 17-19, 2024, at Pease Air National Guard Base, New Hampshire. D...
- + 142nd Wing observes Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month—Every April marks the observance of Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month (SAAPM) across the Department of Defense. The month-long informati...
- + Incorporating environmental flows through the Sustainable Rivers Program to support lake sturgeon spawning continues to prove successful—The St. Louis District, U. S. Army Corps of Engineers works in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation to survey fish species on the ...
- + La. National Guard Engineers prepare for deployment—More than 40 Soldiers of the Louisiana Army National Guard&#e2;Pcs 1021st Engineer Vertical Construction Company are conducting a two-week...
- + Fort McCoy&#e2;Pcs Rumpel Fitness Center reopens May 1 after extensive renovation—Fort McCoy&#e2;Pcs Rumpel Fitness Center will reopen May 1 with a grand-reopening ceremony at the facility after 18 months of renovation a...
- + IWR Leads USACE Participation in United Nations&#e2;Pc Water and Disasters Panel—ALEXANDRIA, Va. (April 17, 2024) &#e2;P^ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is a participant in the United Nations' (UN) High-level ...
- + La. Army Guard's 'Best Warriors' compete for honors—The Louisiana Army National Guard&#e2;Pcs top 17 Soldiers from across the State competed in the 2024 Best Warrior Competition at Louisiana...
- + Dylan Karr: Army soldiers solve the nation&#e2;Pcs toughest challenges with USACE—The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approximately 37,000 dedicated civilians and soldiers delivering engineering services to customers in more than 1...
- + AMC recognizes employees for exceptional service—Army Materiel Command recently recognized 11 employees across the enterprise for their outstanding contributions to the sustainment mission for the fo...
- + Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen provide base defense at FOS—When operating across vast regions with limited infrastructure, the Air Force must adapt and find creative ways to complete Air Tasking Orders. To com...
- + Navigating Food Labels: Making the Informed Choice—In today's busy supermarkets there is an abundance of options, and reading food labels can feel like a puzzle. Understanding what they mean is crucial...
- + McDonald Army Health Center Pharmacy: Tough times, Tougher People—McDonald Army Health Center's Pharmacy Staff bands together to provide safe and reliable healthcare to their beneficiaries during tough times. [Author...
- + McDonald Army Health Center Pharmacy: Tough times, Tougher People—McDonald Army Health Center's Pharmacy Staff bands together to provide safe and reliable healthcare to their beneficiaries during tough times. [Author...
- + Introduction of HERC trainer at JB MDL—The introduction of this state-of-the-art training platform marks a pivotal moment for JB MDL&#e2;Pcs enhancement of operational readiness...
- + Conservation partnership enhances habitat for endangered arroyo toad—Earth Day showcases Army&#e2;Pcs exemplary environmental stewardship in places such as Fort Hunter Liggett (FHL), the largest Army Reserve...
- + Charlevoix channel dredging scheduled to conclude by May 15—DETROIT &#e2;P^ About 13,000 cubic yards of material is scheduled to be removed from the Charlevoix Harbor channel before May 15, as part ...
- + III Armored Corps rolls into Fort Worth for Meet Your Army events—III Armored Corps brought unprecedented support to Texas Motor Speedway and Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth, April 12-14, as part of M...
- + Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Unit Two Celebrates 75 Years of Excellence—The Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Unit Two (NEPMU Two) celebrates its 75th anniversary, March 30, 2024, on Naval Station Norfolk, Virgini...
- + B-52s land at civilian airfield during exercise Bayou Vigilance—A pair of B-52H Stratofortresses from the 20th Bomb Squadron tested their capabilities by landing at a civilian airfield as part of exercise Bayou Vig...
- + 323 rd Military Intelligence Battalion, 66 th Military Intelligence Brigade (Theater) Work Together During Exercise Austere Challenge 24—Forty soldiers from the 323rd Military Intelligence Battalion, a U.S. Army Reserve unit, joined their active-duty counterparts in the 66th Military ...
- + NAMRU SOUTH Conducts Ongoing Febrile and Respiratory Disease Surveillance—LIMA, Peru – Researchers from U.S. Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) SOUTH have an ongoing collaboration with local Peruvian hospitals to surveil pa...
- + Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center kicks off Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month—The Fort Meade Medical Department Activity commander and command sergeant major signed a proclamation of commitment to sexual assault awareness and pr...
- + Service Extends Past the Gates of Naval Base San Diego for USS Essex—SAN DIEGO (March 22, 2024) Amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), ranked number one for volunteer hours among all ashore and afloat commands in Sa...
- + MSC75 Blast from the Past – USNS Windham Bay (T-CVE/CVU 92)—This year marks the 75th Anniversary of Military Sealift Command. In our MSC75 Blast from the Past series, we honor MSC’s significant impact on the ma...
- + Show You Care, Protect Yourself, Others from STIs—More than 20 years ago, military public health scientists warned that service members had higher rates of certain sexually transmitted diseases, known...
- + Ready Tiger 24-1 tests CSAR operational reach—In the hazy hours of dusk, a 10-man pararescue team jumps from an HC-130J Combat King II into the unknown. Their objective is to retrieve an isolated ...
- + Navy EFMP families at JBSA welcome new case liaison—The Exceptional Family Member Program is a vital support system for service members who have family members with special medical, mental health, or ed...
- + JBSA salutes military children in April, year-round—In 1986, former Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger recognized just that when he dedicated April as the Month of the Military Child to recognize the s...
- + Jungle and Arctic training highlighted at AUSA Global Force Symposium—HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command G2 Opposing Forces Directorate and the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center par...
- + SpaceWERX, Aerospace Corporation collaborate to guide technologies through the 'Valley of Death'—SpaceWERX, the innovation arm of the U.S. Space Force and a unique division within AFWERX, has partnered with the Aerospace Corporation to establish a...
- + USAES announces Engineer Regimental Week events at Fort Leonard Wood—The U.S. Army Engineer School will host the annual Engineer Regimental Week celebration from April 18 to 28 at Fort Leonard Wood. [Author: Brian Hill]
- + British team takes Engineer School’s inaugural Regimental Best Mapper Competition title—A pair of British Soldiers are the first winners of the U.S. Army Engineer School’s Regimental Best Mapper Competition, which took place from April 12...
- + Goodfellow Celebrates Commissioning of Chief Warrant Officer—A chief cryptologic technician interpretive (CTI) assigned to Information Warfare Training Command (IWTC) Monterey Detachment Goodfellow was commissio...
- + Spirit of Steel: Celebrating the Youngest Heroes of 3rd MEB—The head coach paused like a conductor catching an off-key clarinet. He fixed his eyes on a face flushed firetruck-red, streaming with tears. With a h...
- + Giving HOPE: Joshua Harman shares story—U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Harman, 95th Reconnaissance Squadron avionics journeyman, is an Oregon native and violinist who enlisted in the U....
- + Strategic Alliances Solidify at African Lion 2024’s Final Coordination Event in Dakar—DAKAR, Senegal — Amid the diplomatic grandeur of the King Fahd Palace Hotel, the corridors buzz with the strategic discourse of military planners from...
- + American and Belgian Families honor the Royal Flush Airmen—The city of Silly pays tribute to the fallen Royal Flush aircrew each year with a wreath-laying ceremony at the crash site in Fouleng to honor lives l...
- + U.S. Coast Guard conducts medical evacuation and delivers drought relief in Federated States of Micronesia—YAP, Federated States of Micronesia — Following a high-profile rescue of three mariners from Pikelot Atoll, the U.S. Coast Guard, operating through th...
- + Expertise at the Front: How USACE Experience Powers U.S. Army Success—In the vast, dynamic landscape of the U.S. Central Command’s Area of Responsibility, the success of the U.S. Army's mission is intricately linked to t...
- + Motorcycle riders in USAG Rheinland-Pfalz community refresh their safety skills—U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz hosted a week-long safe driving campaign, and throughout the week the garrison highlighted crucial safety topics ea...
- + Empowering the Future: USACE Division CSM Visits U.S. Army Engineers in Kuwait—In a significant event aimed at fostering professional growth among U.S. Army Engineer Regiment Soldiers, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic D...
- + Researchers and Guard Physicians Set Their Sights on Mitigating the Impact of Blast Exposures—Red Arrow Soldiers from the 1-120th Field Artillery Battalion, 1-105th Cavalry Squadron, and 2-127th Infantry Battalion were visited by a team of civi...
- + Systems Navigators provide assistance to PCSing families—Families preparing for a move can face many obstacles, however Systems Navigators are available to provide support. [Author: Monica K. Guthrie]
- + Humphreys host joint U.S.-Korea Special Olympics event during MOMC—Student athletes representing both the United States and the Republic of Korea participated in a combined Special Olympics event, April 11, at Camp Hu...
- + University of Alaska ROTC spring exercise Operation Orca Mace hones skills of military’s future leaders—JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — More than 30 cadets from the University of Alaska Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program conducted th...
- + Guam Guardsman earns Blade Runner award—U.S. Army Capt. Greg May of the Guam National Guard volunteered for Pathfinder School with two days' notice and despite a series of retests, beat the ...
- + Blue Angels Announce Commanding Officer for 2025-2026 Show Seasons—The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, announced the commanding officer for the 2025 and 2026 seasons at a press conference at ...
- + Army's SAAPM Emphasizes Unity and SHARP Program Enhancements—FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii -- As the Army once again recognize April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, its approach to addressing sexual har...
- + Fort McCoy sees uptick in weekend training during April 2024—Weekend training operations increased significantly during the first half of April at Fort McCoy, officials with the Fort McCoy Directorate of Plans, ...
- + Fort Carson honors volunteers in ceremony—Fort Carson celebrated 555 volunteers April 9, 2024, for amassing nearly 60,000 hours of service in 2023, saving the installation about $1.7 million. ...
- + Reset of World War II-era barracks moved in 2023 continues in April 2024—World War II-era barracks buildings are shown resting on a new foundation April 3 and 8, 2024, after contractors moved them in 2023 at Fort McCoy, Wis...
- + LA District Command team discuss future projects during Arizona visit—Los Angeles District Commander Col. Andrew Baker led a team from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, or USACE, to review several military and civil work...
- + Joint warfighters virtually train in large-scale military exercise—The 705th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Distributed Mission Operations Center, executed exercise Virtual Flag: Mission Command in a synt...
- + ANG Command Chief visits Kingsley Field—U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Maurice Williams, Air National Guard command chief, and spouse, Mrs. Gwendolyn Williams, visited with Oregon Air Nati...
- + Defense Health Agency Assists European Command’s Operation Austere Challenge Conflict Exercise—The Defense Health Agency tracked more than 500 transports from the front lines to hospitals of simulated casualties during the computer exercise Oper...
- + Military Health Conference Opens with Call to Come Together as One—Ashish S. Vazirani, performing the duties of the undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness, launched the 2024 Military Health System Confe...
- + Shannon Dye Has Received a Bachelor's Degree—Atlanta, GA native, [Civilian] Shannon Dye has received a bachelor's degree test. While on active duty, military members are encouraged to further...
- + 188th Infanty Brigade supports Marne Focus—FORT STEWART, Ga.—The “Ready Brigade,” 188th Infantry Brigade, supported the “Raider Brigade,” 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division ...
- + Ready Tiger 24-1: MCA enables combat airpower at CL Perry-Houston—To reduce military presence in a theater of operations, small teams of Air Force specialists establish expeditionary air bases at dispersed locations....
- + SIOP hosts first Think Different, Build Better Industry Day—The Navy’s Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) Think Different, Build Better Industry Day is coming this summer. [Author: Christopher ...
- + 19 SFS conducts Op Feathered Laser—Col. Denny Davies, 19th Airlift Wing and installation commander, participated in Operation Feathered Laser which was conducted by the 19th Security Fo...
- + DCMA activates Missiles primary contract management office—The establishment of DCMA Missiles is the latest evolution of DCMA Vision, the agency’s strategic plan. [Author: Luis Delgadillo]
- + Patients rate Walter Reed providers high—Four Walter Reed doctors and a specialty care clinic are listed among the Military Health System’s (MHS) Joint Outpatient Experience Survey (JOES) Bes...
- + Create, innovate, accelerate, repeat: The formula for shaping the future—The Forge, a hub for innovation and problem solving at Patrick Space Force Base, is currently looking for motivated individuals known as accelerators ...
- + Ready, Set, Library: Celebrating National Library Week at Fort Buchanan—Members of the military community gathered at the installation's library to celebrate National Library Week on April 13, with a story time led by Col....
- + RNZAF leadership get first-hand look at team’s training—Herk Nation welcomed leadership from the Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J Transition Unit at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, March 18, 2024. [...
- + Carson conducts full-scale exercise—Fort Carson tested its emergency response time, recovery systems and capabilities during its annual full-scale exercise April 10, 2024. [Author: Jordy...
- + Continuing the tradition: father retires, son fills family boots—FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. - April 8, 2024 will be remembered by many U.S. citizens as the day of a total solar eclipse, but for the Brinckman family th...
- + AMC senior enlisted leader releases handbook—REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. – This fiscal year, senior leaders across the sustainment community developed and implemented the Sustainment Command Sergeant ...
- + Honoring the sacrifice: Little Rock AFB commemorates anniversary of tragic plane crash—Little Rock Air Force Base held a High Flight Memorial ceremony to commemorate the 60th anniversary of a tragic accident involving a B-47E aircraft fr...
- + VA to Host PACT Act Veterans Resource Fair in Columbia, Tennessee—VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System will host a PACT Act Veterans Resource Fair May 22, 2024, at the Memorial Building in Columbia from 2 p.m. – 6 p...
- + Opinion: The Importance of NATO on its 75th Anniversary—Born out of the ashes of post WWII, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, commonly referred to simply as NATO, was created in 1949 by the United Sta...
- + Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen demonstrate the importance of BOS-I—AVON PARK AIR FORCE RANGE, Fla. -- In the intricacies of military operations, collaborative efforts behind the scenes are essential to ensuring succes...
- + $103M Contract Awarded for Construction Project at Corpus Christi Army Depot—Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Southeast awarded a $103.3 million firm-fixed-price construction contract on April 16 to W. G. Y...
- + ‘Can Do’ wing advances airborne mobility mission management effectiveness—The exercise focused on testing and validating the Platform Agnostic Command and Control concept, leveraging connectivity capabilities of select airfr...
- + TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Eight Florida and Georgia Counties due to Storm Damage—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in eight Florida and Georgia counties may receive emergency pr...
- + TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Charleston County, South Carolina, due to Flooding—FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Charleston County, South Carolina, may receive emergency pr...
- + NEX Micro Market Opens at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth—PORTSMOUTH, Va. (April 15, 2024) – A ribbon and cake cutting ceremony for a new Navy Exchange (NEX) Micro Market was held in Naval Medical Center Port...
- + Fort Riley wins recognition from Secretary of Army for energy, water management for fifth consecutive year—The U.S. Army Public Affairs office released the results of the 2023 Secretary of the Army Energy and Water Management Awards March 26. For the fifth ...
- + W.Va. Guard continues to build and expand important international partnerships—The Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Bill Crane, and other West Virginia National Guard leaders recently returned from trips to Peru and Qatar as the Guard...
- + W.Va. Guard hosts 3rd annual statewide Military Retiree Appreciation Day—The West Virginia National Guard, in partnership with the West Virginia Retired Military Council, hosted the third annual West Virginia Military Retir...
- + NWS Yorktown's Fleet & Family Support Center to host Health and Wellness Fair—NWS Yorktown's Fleet & Family Support Center and Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) will host a Health and Wellness Fair on Friday, May 10, ...
- + Medical readiness coordinator selected as 20th CBRNE Command Civilian of the Year—ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. – The U.S. Army civilian medical readiness coordinator for the 20th Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosiv...
- + William A. Howell TSF opens its doors on Fort Novosel—Fort Novosel recently opened the William A. Howell Training Support Facility (TSF), adjacent to the U.S. Army Aviation Museum, to transform the educat...
- + DEVCOM CBC Partners with Vanderbilt University in Educational Agreement—Vanderbilt University (VU) and the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM CBC) officially formalized an ...
- + Fort Novosel breaks ground on $100 million barracks complex—As the Army Aviation Branch celebrates 41 years, it’s home, Fort Novosel, broke ground on the first barracks building project since 1998. A ceremonial...
- + April is for the children at Fort Novosel—The Fort Novosel Garrison Commander, Col. John Miller, and Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Gary Williams reaffirmed the post’s commitment to preventing chi...
- + Fort Buchanan Religious Support Office talks about Spiritual Resiliency—Maj Okpe F. Joseph, Fort Buchanan Chaplain, and Staff Sgt. Juan Merced, Religious Affairs Specialist, conducted a spiritual resiliency class at the in...
- + NAVFAC MIDLANT Awards Multiple Contracts for General Construction in Hampton Roads, Virginia Area of Operations—NORFOLK, VA – Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Mid-Atlantic (NAVFAC MIDLANT) awarded CJW Contractors Inc., Herndon, Virginia (N4008524D003...
- + Fleet Readiness Center Southeast recognizes mentor award winners—Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE) recognizes 2023 Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and Dora Quinlan Mentor of the Year Award winners. [Author...
- + Naval sustainment takes center stage at Sea Air Space—In an atmosphere dense with a sense of industry and innovation, high profile defense industry tsars and scrappy tech start-ups vie for the attention o...
- + U.S. Navy Capt. Eilis Cancel Assumes Command of Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti—CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti (April 16, 2024) – U.S. Navy Capt. Eilis Cancel assumed command of Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, the U.S. military's only permane...
- + Award-winning history team turns pages into power—The Headquarters, Air Force Materiel Command History and Heritage Directorate won the 2024 Department of the Air Force Excellence in Major Command His...
- + 'We must support each other’: JMC’s commander hosts Senior Leader Forum—Col. Ronnie Anderson Jr., the commander of the Joint Munitions Command, addressed several points during the most recent Senior Leader Forum. The co...
- + The F-35 Joint Program Office and Lockheed Martin Announce F-35-in-a-Box Agreement—The F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) and Lockheed Martin have reached a mutually beneficial agreement on the intellectual property dispute concernin...
- + Indian Navy Carries Out First Drug Interdiction as CMF Member—MANAMA, Bahrain – The Indian Navy Ship INS Talwar, operating in support of the Canadian-led Combined Task Force (CTF) 150, conducted its first interdi...
- + PACAF leadership, coalition, joint leaders visit Agile Reaper 24-1—More than 20 distinguished visitors, including Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, gained insight and exposure to the activities of th...
- + 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command hosts Air and Missile Defense high-level talks with Ally and partner nations—SEMBACH, Germany — 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command hosted NATO Allies and partners for discussion on integrated air and missile defense and ...
- + Philippine, U.S. Troops to Kick Off Exercise Balikatan 2024—Manila, April 16, 2024—The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the U.S. military will conduct the 39th iteration of Balikatan, the largest annua...
- + Ishigaki locals memorialize U.S. Aircrew lives lost in WWII—ISHIGAKI, Japan – During World War II, the start of a devastating event unfolded in the skies above Ishigaki. On August 15, 1945, as the war was com...
- + 'Intelligent' Mail Lockers Debut at NAS Key West—Mail service at Naval Air Station Key West recently improved with the introduction of “intelligent" lockers at the air station’s mail center. [Author:...
- + Meritoriously Promoted Twice: MAG-39's Cpl Flomo—MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CAMP PENDLETON, Calif.-- U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Celia G. Flomo, a supply clerk with Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Airc...
- + US Army’s Mid-Range Capability makes its first deployment in the Philippines for Salaknib 24—NORTHERN LUZON, Philippines – In a historic first, the 1st Multi-Domain Task Force successfully deployed the Mid-Range Capability (MRC) missile system...
- + DAF General Counsel makes first visit to Wake Island—The Honorable Peter Beshar, General Counsel, U.S. Department of the Air Force, visited Wake Island on March 22, 2024. [Author: Maj. Jhanelle Haag]
- + Chaplain Event - Southern African Development Community (SADC) 2024—U.S. Army Chaplain Karen Meeker, Command Chaplain for U.S. Africa Command speaks to 90 students from the Zambia Defence Command and Staff College from...
- + Chaplain Event - Southern African Development Community (SADC) 2024—U.S. Army Chaplain Karen Meeker, Command Chaplain gives a gift to the commandant of the Zambia Defence Command and Staff College after she gave remark...
- + Chaplain Event - Southern African Development Community (SADC) 2024—U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Karen Meeker, Command Chaplain for U.S. Africa Command joins female chaplains from various Southern African Development Commun...
- + Chaplain Event - Southern African Development Community (SADC) 2024—U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Karen Meeker, Command Chaplain for U.S. Africa Command joins female chaplains from various Southern African Development Commun...
- + Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division Personnel Win Awards for Disability Awareness, Inclusion Efforts—Steven Cosgrove and Wendy Dasgupta are the first NSWC PHD personnel to win Disability Matters Awards, which recognize organizations and individuals fo...
- + USACE, Chicago Harbor Lock Reopens For The 2024 Season After Winter Construction—The Chicago Harbor Lock, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is open for vessel traffic as of April 15, marking the end of this phas...
- + Bliss Chaplains hold first Religious Leader Symposium—FORT BLISS, Texas -- Religious leaders and spiritual care specialists from greater El Paso joined the Fort Bliss Chaplain community for the 2024 Sprin...
- + MEDCoE Graduate School ranks high among top U.S. schools—U.S. News and World Report ranks several programs at the Fort Sam Houston-based U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence highly in their most recent rep...
- + Against all odds: Sgt. Nowell perseveres—In 2022, Nowell was sitting in his car when he was struck by a drunk driver going 65 mph. The impact caused nerve and fiber breakage in Nowell’s brain...
- + Goodfellow Honors Vietnam Veterans—The 17th Training Wing celebrated National Vietnam War Veteran’s Day at the Weyandt-Eddy Memorial Plaza, Norma Brown Headquarters building, Goodfellow...
- + Profile in Professionalism - ND1 Petrea—Former Active duty Sailor, Tyler Petrea, continues his success as a Navy diver with his career as a civilian and in the Navy Reserves. [Author: Petty ...
- + Bridging the GADP: DEL 3 provides servicemembers with professional development opportunities—Space Delta 3 – Space Electromagnetic Warfare has introduced a new peer-to-peer mentorship initiative called the Guardian and Airmen Development Progr...
- + Team Dover celebrates new state-of-the-art hangar—Team Dover hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new state-of-the-art aircraft hangar at Dover AFB, Delaware, April 15, 2024. [Author: Airman 1st C...
- + U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations visits 1st Space Brigade—Chief of Space Operations U.S. Space Force Gen. Chance Saltzman visited U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command’s 1st Space Brigade headquarters i...
- + U.S. Army Reserve Military Police Leaders Honored at Command Senior Enlisted Leader Forum—Command Sgt. Major Robert Provost of the 200th Military Police Command received the Medal of Military Police at the Command Senior Enlisted Leader for...
- + Unpacking a Soldier’s story and why it’s important.—At this year's Leadership Summit for the Army Recovery Care Program, Strategic Communication leaders discussed the importance of telling Soldiers' sto...
- + Republic of Korea, U.S. Military Police Train Together on Detention Operations—The 200th Military Police Command conducted the first live international detainee transfer point training with Republic of Korea Military Police at Ca...
- + Navy Career Development Symposium Coming to Europe—The MyNavyHR Carer Development Symposium is coming to Europe May 6 – 10, 2024. [Author: Petty Officer 2nd Class Dallas Snider]
- + Increasing Military Readiness: Employing Technology to Increase Lethality—FORT STEWART, Ga. – Marne Focus is an annual event designed to increase readiness and lethality across the 3rd Infantry Division. As battlefields chan...
- + Photo Story: April 2024 barracks construction operations at Fort McCoy, Part II—The construction area for a new $28.08 million barracks building is shown April 3, 2024, at Fort McCoy, Wis., as framing of the building continues to ...
- + Modernizing JBLE through military construction—JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. – Since 2015, Joint Base Langley-Eustis has been granted $449.6 million in military construction funds to build new fac...
- + New DCSA Director Focuses on Future Capabilities at Insider Threat Analyst Forum—ARLINGTON, Va. – Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Director David Cattler challenged 160 insider threat professionals to describe...
- + DoD recognizes DAF Radioisotope Committee Secretariat for commitment to safety—On March 21, Peter I. Belk met with the Department of the U.S. Air Force’s Radioisotope Committee Secretariat and recognized the staff for their effor...
- + Army veteran, 3-time sexual assault victim spreads hope for survivors—A former soldier shares her journey to rock bottom after three sexual assaults, one of them from her fellow troops, in hopes of educating others on th...
- + Photo Story: Work underway to install infrastructure for future garrison operations support area at Fort McCoy—Contractors work on the Prepare Garrison Operations Support Area Site and Install Utilities Project on April 3, 2024, at Fort McCoy, Wis. [Author: Sco...
- + CDSE releases new insider threat journal—CDSE releases new insider threat journal [Author: Samantha Dambach]
- + Navy Medicine partners with Recruiting Command to attract STEM-focused students—Encouraging people interested in medicine and science to join Navy Medicine was the focus of the inaugural kaizen meeting at the Navy Recruiting Comma...
- + 927th ASTS conducts Black Hawk 101 training—Working in partnership with 5th Battalion, 159th Aviation Regiment U.S. Army Reserve soldiers, the 927th Aeromedical Staging Squadron trained its Citi...
- + Every 15 Minutes: Drunk Driving—Silver Valley High School in Yermo, California, reenacted a drunk-driving crash as part of California Highway Patrol's Every 15 Minutes program. Servi...
- + Fort McCoy observes Alcohol Awareness Month with special display during April 2024—A display observing the dangers of drunk driving is set up on the cantonment area across from McCoy's Community Center at Fort McCoy during all of Apr...
- + Contingency location Airmen respond to Mass Casualty exercise—Airmen assigned to the 23rd Wing were tested during a simulated mass casualty (MASCAL) exercise during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at a simulated contin...
- + Harpist Provides Volunteer Performances at Walter Reed to Enhance Therapeutic Patient Care—Inside the quiet corridors of Walter Reed’s Center for Prostate Disease (CPDR), patients and their families sit comfortably in reception areas contemp...
- + From empowered to empowering others about sexual assault: Amanda Moore—Raised in an environment of domestic violence and sexual assault, Fort Knox Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention coordinator Amanda Moore...
- + Soldier couple earns back-to-back Sapper school leadership awards, wife to compete in Best Sapper—Just a few years into their marriage and their Army careers, 1st Lts. Rachel and Samuel Kicklighter have completed some of the Army’s toughest challen...
- + COLLEGE STUDENT FROM ARLINGTON HEIGHTS AND PEKIN POLICE OFFICER TAKE TOP HONORS IN ILLINOIS NATIONAL GUARD’S BEST WARRIOR COMPETITION—Pfc. Nathan Johnson of Arlington Heights was named the Illinois Army National Guard’s “Soldier of the Year” and Sgt. Terry Lair of Pekin was named the...
- + Dr. Alan Wolfelt lends expertise on grief and mourning—Those who experience the unexpected loss of a friend or loved one can find themselves catapulted into a process of grief and mourning. According to re...
- + NSWCPD EEO Team Honored with the Disability Matters Workplace North America Award—The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Diversity, and Inclusion Office was presented the...
- + PACT Designates Rates for More Than 200 Sailors—Two-hundred and eighteen Professional Apprenticeship Career Track Sailors selected their rate during a series of PACT Rodeos at Commander Fleet Activi...
- + USFF and CNIC to Conduct Hurricane Preparedness Exercise—WASHINGTON – U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFFC) and Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) will conduct their annual two-week hurricane prepared...
- + Press Release: 364th ESC deploys to assume enduring Operational Command Post Mission—364th Expeditionary Sustainment Command deployed from Fort Cavazos, Texas as a pre-planned regular rotation of forces in support of 1st TSC, U.S. Army...
- + 352nd Special Operations Wing Fosters Partnership and Historical Ties with the Chindits—352nd Special Operations Wing Fosters Partnership and Historical Ties with the Chindits. [Author: 1st Lt. Remington Sawade]
- + Honor a Public Safety Telecommunicator During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week—HEADQUARTERS MARINE CORPS, Washington, D.C. – For three decades, the nation has celebrated National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week during the sec...
- + MCAAP employees celebrate Solar Eclipse through ‘Total Eclipse of the SHARP’—McAlester Army Ammunition Plant employees kicked off Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month at by gathering to watch the solar eclipse at the “...
- + 1 CTCS upgrades Scorpion Lens, enhances communication arsenal—The 1st Combat Camera Squadron hosted exercise Scorpion Lens 2024, the Department of Defense’s largest public affairs exercise, March 4 - 15, at Joint...
- + AFRL-developed physiological monitoring system undergoes flight tests—An Air Force Research Laboratory-developed physiological monitoring system for pilots completed a series of F-16 flight tests March 4-17, 2024, at the...
- + University students to present new aerospace propulsion concepts at Air Force Museum—The Aerospace Propulsion Outreach Program, or APOP, will hold its 15th annual symposium and poster session at the National Museum of the United States...
- + Plugged into the mission with 81st CS/OL-A—The 81st Communications Squadron Operating Location-Alpha at Naval Air Station Pensacola has found their own way of staying connected to the mission. ...
- + USAFE-AFAFRICA leadership hosts first sergeant symposium at Ramstein AB—“Shirts,” “diamonds,” or “first shirts” – first sergeants have many names and wear many hats, but their goal is the same: to ensure Airmen are ready f...
- + Just Landed: April 2024 Newcomers—The 908th Airlift Wing welcomes the following members to the unit. [Author: Bradley Clark]
- + Bullseye: Combined Impact in the All-Domain Battlespace—Today, hitting the bullseye goes beyond a single scope—it's a collective effort. U.S. Marines of 3rd Radio Battalion (RADBN), III Marine Expeditionary...
- + Corvus Dawn: Innovation in the Indo-Pacific—Focused on strengthening the operational ability of 3rd Radio Battalion (RADBN), exercise Corvus Dawn 24 sharpened the unit's capacity to deliver tech...
- + The Radio Reconnaissance Platoon—In the expansive arena of modern warfare, battles unfold not only on the ground but also within the realm of transmitted signals. Within this landscap...
- + Intelligence is Gold: The Value of Electronic Warfare and Signals Intelligence—Intelligence can be viewed as a golden thread woven through the fabric of strategic decision-making. As conflicts unfold outside of traditional fronts...
- + Tech for Teachers: AFP, U.S. Chaplains’ Initiative for La Union Elementary Education—In a showcase to strengthen local grade school learning, Philippine and U.S. Chaplains with the Combined Joint Civil-Military Operations Task Force le...
- + Canadian-Led CTF 150 Conducts Third Drug Interdiction in a Week—The Royal Navy’s HMS Lancaster (F229), operating in support of the Canadian-led Combined Task Force (CTF) 150, carried out its second successful drug ...
- + Dülmen Tower Barracks works with local community to provide international driver's license—As of March 26, 2024 U.S. Soldiers and Department of the Army civilians stationed in Dülmen, Germany can now obtain an international driver’s license ...
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