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Westphal, Fort Sill community break ground on...
U.S. Army, Oklahoma state and local officials broke ground for a new $45 million elementary school, April 26, 2013, ensuring national academic excellence for military children at Fort Sill, Okla. MORE about Westphal, Fort Sill community break ground on new elementary school
Colorado Avalanche hockey team honors service...
The arena erupted with cheers as the Colorado Avalanche took the ice for the pregame warm-up donning special camouflage jerseys as a show of support for the men and women who serve the nation in... MORE about Colorado Avalanche hockey team honors service members
Fathers, daughters bond by dancing
Fathers held their daughters or twirled them around the dance floor, the young ladies dressed in gorgeous gowns, their eyes full of admiration for the dads that held them, as the lyrics to "My... MORE about Fathers, daughters bond by dancing
Early intervention gives autistic child a...
A child diagnosed with autism has overcome his challenges and is now an above average student and is actively involved in extracurricular activities. MORE about Early intervention gives autistic child a bright future
Soldier inspires spouse to enlist
Christy reluctantly agreed to meet Joshua, the nephew of a co-worker, when he was home on leave from Germany for a second time. Joshua and Christy Garlick have now been married more than seven... MORE about Soldier inspires spouse to enlist
Honor student, athlete honored as Army's 2013...
Honor student, athlete and volunteer Nicole Daly has been honored as the 2013 Military Child of the Year for the Army. MORE about Honor student, athlete honored as Army's 2013 Military Child of Year
Army honors Gold Star Wives
More than 20 survivors, who lost their spouses, gathered April 5, 2013, at the Survivor Outreach Services Hall of Remembrance at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, to mark the second-annual Gold Star Wives... MORE about Army honors Gold Star Wives
Month of the Military Child: Children First
What do all of us have in common when it comes to children? Protecting them. MORE about Month of the Military Child: Children First
Day pays tribute to spouses, families of fallen
April 5, 2013, has been designated Gold Star Wives Day to allow America to pay respect to the spouses and families of fallen members of the U.S. armed forces. MORE about Day pays tribute to spouses, families of fallen
Survivor Outreach Services assists families
In one photograph, Brian Hornsby looks out from the cockpit of his Blackhawk helicopter - calm, competent and confident, the quintessential American soldier. MORE about Survivor Outreach Services assists families
Youth wrestlers learn from national champ
Since the age of eight, wrestling has been Jeremy Larson's sport.His impressive grappling resume includes winning the individual Minnesota state high school championship as a senior, followed by a... MORE about Youth wrestlers learn from national champ
10-year-old girl helps save her mom
A 10-year-old girl helped save her mother who was unable to breathe after having an allergic reaction to a dose of aspirin. The hospital command rewarded her at her school with a hat and backpack. MORE about 10-year-old girl helps save her mom
Transformation continues to change face of...
Transformation continues to change the face of the Wiesbaden military community in Germany. Scores of projects are changing traffic patterns, creating new facilities and upgrading existing... MORE about Transformation continues to change face of Wiesbaden military community
Reviews deem Girls Night Out 'fierce, fabulous'
The fifth biannual Girls Night Out March 1 did not disappoint the 330 attending patrons, with many claiming the event to be "fierce," and "fabulous." MORE about Reviews deem Girls Night Out 'fierce, fabulous'
Army Reserve youth tackle science day camp...
More than a dozen Army Reserve youth spent March 2, 2013, wrapped up in science experiments during a day-long camp hosted by the 200th Military Police Command's Child, Youth and Social Services... MORE about Army Reserve youth tackle science day camp during battle assembly weekend
Army Reserve youth discuss deployments, living...
Children of Army Reserve Soldiers deployed or about to deploy to Afghanistan came from all over the Southwestern U.S. to attend a Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program event. MORE about Army Reserve youth discuss deployments, living without a parent for a year
Hagel vows to ensure well-being of service...
New Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel promised today to always be frank with the men and women of the department and said he expects all to be direct in return. MORE about Hagel vows to ensure well-being of service members, families
'Military Saves Week' challenges families to...
This week, U.S. service members around the world, along with their spouses and kids too, have been challenged to take a pledge to save money in their at-home budgets; to "Set a goal, make a... MORE about 'Military Saves Week' challenges families to set goals
Army family programs to be cut under...
Childcare and family support programs will be reduced under sequestration, the Army's chief of staff told members of Congress. MORE about Army family programs to be cut under sequestration
Daddy Daughter Dance sweeps girls off their feet
This year's formal affair is the most popular dance yet MORE about Daddy Daughter Dance sweeps girls off their feet
'Beyond the Horizon' Yellow Ribbon event...
Soldiers and Airmen from the New Hampshire National Guard scheduled to deploy next month in support of the Beyond the Horizon mission to El Salvador traveled through wintry weather in North Conway... MORE about 'Beyond the Horizon' Yellow Ribbon event assists Soldiers, families with deployment
Mentors provide special attention to children...
Employees of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command, mentored children of fallen service members, while having fun Mardi Gras style, at Redstone Arsenal... MORE about Mentors provide special attention to children of the fallen
Installations remain Army Strong despite hiring...
Army installations will continue to hire the critical career fields, from firefighters to child care workers, in accordance with guidance regarding a Army-wide hiring freeze and release of term and... MORE about Installations remain Army Strong despite hiring freeze
CSF2 provides family members, Army civilians...
Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness now provides a new feature for family members and Army civilians. MORE about CSF2 provides family members, Army civilians with better resilience training tools
Community leaders learn how Army takes care of...
Army garrison leaders from multiple installations reached out to dozens of educators, business executives and community leaders from across the country during U.S. Army All-American Bowl week... MORE about Community leaders learn how Army takes care of families
AER scholarships available for families of...
Army Emergency Relief scholarships for the academic year 2013-2014 will be available starting, Jan. 2, 2013, for spouses and children of Soldiers, retired Soldiers and reserve-component Soldiers on... MORE about AER scholarships available for families of Soldiers
Lancer Brigade Soldiers make it home for the...
Families and friends waited eagerly with open arms and anxious smiles as Soldiers returning from combat made their way into Wilson Sports and Fitness Center, Joint Base Lewis-McChord-North, Wash... MORE about Lancer Brigade Soldiers make it home for the holidays
AFAP conference identifies issues, offers...
AFAP conference shines light, aims to fix community issues MORE about AFAP conference identifies issues, offers solutions
Spouse Sponsorship program helps newcomers
Sandy Timbrook was one of the first participants in the Army Community Service Spouse Sponsorship program to receive a newcomer to help, and she eagerly awaited her arrival. MORE about Spouse Sponsorship program helps newcomers
Military families meet with first lady at White...
The children of military families sat patiently in the front row of seats set up in the East Room of the White House, Nov. 28, to listen to remarks by Michelle Obama. MORE about Military families meet with first lady at White House
Family input improves Army life
FORT SILL, Okla.-- Sixty-one delegates, dozens of subject matter experts and countless volunteers spent three intensive days identifying, researching and prioritizing issues at the Army Family... MORE about Family input improves Army life
Garrison hosts joint tri-community AFAP...
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany -- Three communities and three military branches came together here for the first tri-community Armed Forces Action Plan conference Oct. 23-26. Delegates, volunteers and... MORE about Garrison hosts joint tri-community AFAP conference
AFAP conference kicks off in Hawaii
WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD, Hawaii -- The Army Family Action Plan, or AFAP, kicked off its annual conference, here, Oct. 29. MORE about AFAP conference kicks off in Hawaii
Month of Military Family: Teen memoir on war...
Her mom was proud and excited on the drive to Carnegie Hall to see her daughter honored for her award-winning writing. And, just before Michaela's memoir would be read to an audience of strangers... MORE about Month of Military Family: Teen memoir on war shocked, awed, won awards
DOD awards $49 million to public schools
Despite budget cuts, the Department of Defense Education Activity awarded almost $49 million in grants earlier this month to public schools that teach military children. MORE about DOD awards $49 million to public schools
AFAP conference prioritizes concerns
Delegates representing various constituent groups on Fort Jackson came together last week to develop a list of issues and recommendations at the fiscal year 2013 Fort Jackson Army Family Action... MORE about AFAP conference prioritizes concerns
