Apr 10, 2013

WIESBADEN, Germany - Venturing out alone with 4-month-old twins is not easy, but new mom Jennifer Tobash considered the Army Community Service Rock-a-Bye Baby Fair a can't-miss event. "It's great the community does this for us, because as a busy mom, I don't have time to go to all these different places one at a time," Tobash said.

Apr 10, 2013

WIESBADEN, Germany - All Soldiers who reenlist in the U.S. Army vow to obey the orders of the president of the United States, but not many do it feet from the presidential seal on Air Force One. Spc. Kurt Sanson, a Black Hawk mechanic with the 1st Battalion, 214th Aviation Regiment in Wiesbaden, did exactly that March 20. "It was an awesome experience. It was definitely something I wasn't expecting," he said.

Apr 10, 2013

WIESBADEN, Germany - Women who sought to answer questions of why, how, and where were the inspiration for the day at the Women's History Month event March 29 in Wiesbaden's Tony Bass Fitness Center. Rachel Carson, Sophie Germain and Maria Mitchell were three women topping the list of local educator Dr. Susan Hargis who delivered the keynote speech for the event which had the theme, "Women Inspiring Innovation through Imagination: Celebrating Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics."

Apr 10, 2013

Fort Huachuca, AZ. - Command Sgt. Maj. Maurice A. Rambert assumed responsibility as the 11th Signal Brigade command sergeant major Friday during a ceremony on historic Brown Parade Field at 10 a.m.

Apr 10, 2013

Having an expert on-hand who recognizes the unique skills, talents and abilities associated with serving the nation can make a tremendous difference for a candidate seeking the right fit.

Apr 10, 2013

FORT MCCOY, Wis. -- Representatives from Fort McCoy, the surrounding townships/communities and other government agencies have completed a Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) program document. The document presents a rationale and justification and provides a policy framework to support adoption and implementation of compatible development measures designed to prevent urban encroachment, safeguard the military mission and protect the public health, safety and welfare.

Apr 10, 2013

FORT MCCOY, Wis. -- A Kick Butts Day Carnival was hosted by the Fort McCoy Torch Club teens of the School Age Center March 20 to help combat the use of tobacco products. Activities emulated the 4-H Club learning model, which ensured that participants comprehended the purpose through experiential or hands-on learning.

Apr 10, 2013

FORT MCCOY, Wis. -- Organizations at Fort McCoy that are in need of certain items have an option that helps save money and is good for the installation's waste-management efforts. The Reuse-It Store offers free items to military, civilian, and contractor organizations on post, said David Schafer, an Environmental Protection assistant with the Directorate of Public Works (DPW). Items must be used at Fort McCoy for official, not personal, purposes, he said.

Apr 10, 2013

Fort Huachuca, AZ. - Caring for a Family member with special needs, especially severe chronic medical conditions, is an around-the-clock job. There may be no end to a caregiver's love, but everyone who shoulders such responsibilities needs a break to rest and recharge.

Apr 10, 2013

FORT DRUM, N.Y. -- A woman dedicated to the development and well-being of the children of 10th Mountain Division (LI) Soldiers received special recognition this week for her years of hard work and innovative ideas at the post's Child, Youth and School Services.

Apr 10, 2013

FORT MCCOY, Wis. -- New mine-clearance simulation training equipment located at the Wisconsin Military Academy at Fort McCoy will help engineer units learn the latest techniques to conduct route-clearance operations. Rob Weisbrod, Training Support officer, Fort McCoy Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security (DPTMS), said Army Reserve and National Guard engineer route-clearance units will have first priority to use the Virtual Clearance Training Suite (VCTS) simulation system. Other units can schedule use of the system when it's available. "The VCTS will be a valuable training tool for non-route clearance units also," Weisbrod said. "Other combat arms, combat support, and combat service support units may want to use it for some of the other simulations training capabilities offered, such as convoy operations, security escort training, vehicle familiarization training, and communications training, etc."

Apr 10, 2013

He had a happy early childhood; as a European Jewish boy during World War II, he lived through and survived the Nazi Germany invasion of his homeland, the Netherlands; and then he eventually moved to the United States to begin a new life. But like all those who did survive, he went through hell.

Apr 10, 2013

Knowing your father caused a serious auto accident while driving under the influence is something you never forget.

Apr 10, 2013

FORT DRUM, N.Y. -- When Makayla Rast was 4, her parents began noticing that she was "different." She preferred to be alone, and she didn't get along with her siblings. By the time she reached the first grade, she was having problems reading; the next year, Makayla was placed in special education classes at her school.

Apr 9, 2013

About 82 percent of the Army's major units are now meeting the Defense Department's Medical Evaluation Board goal of processing Soldiers' disability evaluations within 100 days, significantly reducing a backlog that sometimes took eight months or longer in recent years.

Apr 9, 2013

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month across the Army because "Protecting Children is Everyone's Job!" supporting Rock Island Arsenal's child abuse prevention efforts is as easy as 1 -- 2 -- 3.

Apr 9, 2013

The 2013 U.S. Army Soldier Show is getting set to embark on a "Ready and Resilient" tour of installations across the nation.

Apr 9, 2013

If a loved one were in a serious accident or suddenly diagnosed with a life-threatening condition, do you know what their wishes are regarding end-of-life care? Does your family know your wishes?

Apr 9, 2013

Camp Zama's annual Cherry Blossom Festival was held Saturday, April 6, on the installation. Japanese and Americans from both on and off the installation enjoyed this year's festivities together. With more on this is a report from Dustin Perry, U.S. Army Garrison Japan Public Affairs.

Apr 9, 2013

To commemorate the Korean national holiday of Arbor Day, and promote friendship between Korea and the United States, soldiers from U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan visited Singye Historic Park and planted trees with their good neighbors, Yongsan-gu, April 5.

Apr 8, 2013

The annual Cherry Blossom Festival at Camp Zama, Japan, an open-base event, was held April 6 on the installation and drew more than 7,000 visitors. The event featured a three- and seven-kilometer youth and adult run, a golf tournament, live music, a boxing showcase, games, food vendors and a flea market.

Apr 8, 2013

To address the need for widely available transition resources, the Department of Defense created the Hero2Hired program as a central, user-friendly resource for Active Duty, Reserve and National Guard service members to connect with military-friendly companies who want to hire them.

Apr 8, 2013

High school students from around Europe converge in Vilseck to test robotic prowess

Apr 8, 2013

One community member shares her thoughts on SHARP training at USAG Grafenwoehr

Apr 8, 2013

Students of Ansbach High School put on a short play called "Walls" about the dangers of cyberbullying April 4 at Ansbach Middle/High School for their high school classmates.

Apr 8, 2013

The Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies at National Defense University added a prefix to the center's name April 2 when it became the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies, paying tribute to the former secretary of defense who was instrumental in establishing the center.

Apr 8, 2013

April is the month of the Military Child, celebrating the youngest members of military families. This year's theme, Proud, Ready and Resilient, focuses on the unique challenges military children encounter while growing up in a service-related environment.

Apr 8, 2013

The latest class of 12 CBRN warrant officers graduated from the Interservice Training Review Organization-Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Warrant Officer Basic Course run by the Marine Corps in conjunction with the Army Chemical School March 28, 2013, at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.

Apr 8, 2013

Pre-deployment site surveys prepare units for deployments and helps First Army trainer/mentors develop training that is relevant, realistic and that reflects the most current conditions Soldiers will face in theater.

Apr 8, 2013

As the month of April begins, the Army's attention turns to the Sexual Harassment/Assault Response Prevention program.

Apr 8, 2013

Accident statistics from the second quarter show the Army continues to improve its safety performance well into fiscal 2013, according to data released by the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center.

Apr 8, 2013

Whether on a building sign, as part of a Fort Knox PowerPoint presentation, at the main installation gate or on the Army post's web page or Facebook site, the Fort Knox community has been gradually introduced to a new image over the past several weeks -- the Fort Knox Logo.

Apr 8, 2013

A West Point academy professor concluded 28 years of service while leading his final class of cadets through a three-day battlefield study at Gettysburg National Military Park, Pa.

Apr 8, 2013

Recruiting Command has launched an update to its Family Strong Resource Guide, a comprehensive source of information, phone numbers and Web links for Soldiers and Families making the transition to recruiting duty.

Apr 8, 2013

The Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood announced the winners of the 2013 Best Warrior Competition April 5, 2013, in Lincoln Hall Auditorium. Individuals will represent Fort Leonard Wood in six categories including Drill Sergeant of the Year, Advanced Individual Training Platoon Sergeant of the Year, Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year, Joint Service NCO and Joint Service Junior Enlisted Member of the Year.

Apr 5, 2013

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.

Apr 5, 2013

The National Museum of Korea was established in 1945, and relocated in 2005 to Yongsan district, right next door to the Yongsan garrison. The museum has attracted an attendance of 20 million visitors and has been committed to various studies and research activities in the fields of archaeology, history, and art.

Apr 5, 2013

Families of U.S. Army Garrison Ansbach celebrated Easter with an egg hunt at Duggan Gym at Barton Barracks March 30, 2013.

Apr 5, 2013

After 40 years as a cook, Jim Schmidlin retires with the Commander's Award for Civilian Service.

Apr 5, 2013

A Red Cross themed locker decorating contest at HMHS highlights the efforts of "everyday heroes."

Apr 5, 2013

The Army War College Strategy Conference 2013, April 9-11, will focus on the Future of American Landpower. Senior leaders, policy-makers and experts will share insights and engage with conference participants about Landpower with respect to rival power transitions, social and political revolutions, international organized crime, the changing nature of alliances and partnerships, and the role of the military in advancing U.S. foreign policy.

Apr 5, 2013

A traditional Irish storyteller puts a fresh spin on ancient tales at Hohenfels Elementary School.

Apr 5, 2013

With the inevitable closure of USAG Schweinfurt right around the corner, local Schweinfurt organizations are looking to help individuals looking for job opportunities here in Germany. Bundesagentur fuer Arbeit, the Handwerkskammer Unterfranken and the Industrie und Handelskammer Wuerzburg-Schweinfurt are sponsoring a Schweinfurt Job Forum April 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mercure Hotel downtown.

Apr 5, 2013

The Victim Advocate hotline can connect victims with a victim advocate, a health care provider or the military police at any time of day. The victim can decide whom they want to talk to, and those working the hotline will connect them. If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault, whether Soldier or civilian, help is available: Simply call DSN 475-4567 or CIV 09641-83-4567.

Apr 5, 2013

Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Commander Col. Fern O. Sumpter, was mugged with hugs from eager children the morning of April 3 as she marked the beginning of Child Abuse Prevention Month with a pinwheel parade.

Apr 5, 2013

Military and community leaders gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony officially marking the end of renovations of Ulysses S. Grant Hall on the Fort Lesley J. McNair portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall April 3.

Apr 5, 2013

All the elements and intangibles have been aligned for massive weekend crowds to walk southwest District of Columbia sidewalks and tidal basin paths to visually consume the annual explosion of the blossoms.

Apr 5, 2013

Team Jackson, let me be clear, the Army has zero tolerance for sexual harassment and sexual assault, and so do I.

Apr 5, 2013

Here's a pop quiz: What sport leads all others in injuries for troops in combat theaters? The answer may surprise you - it's basketball. Nearly 300 basketball-related accidents were reported to the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center between fiscal 2008 and 2012, and the cost associated with those accidents was more than $1.5 million! And it's no secret that many more basketball injuries go unreported. I realized anyone is susceptible to these injuries when I became a victim of the hoop demon during my second tour in Iraq.

Apr 5, 2013

Defense Department civilians can expect fewer unpaid furloughs days this year than originally anticipated.

Apr 5, 2013

LANDSTUHL, Germany -- Surviving family members of fallen Soldiers gathered recently at U.S. Army Garrison Kaiserslautern for a luncheon held in their honor by Survivor Outreach Services. The April 4 event, sponsored by the SOS programs in Baumholder, Wiesbaden and Kaiserslautern, was held at the Landstuhl Community Club. About a dozen women and children attended, plus Army leaders from each garrison. "The Army made a covenant to support Soldiers in good time and bad," said Basil Forrest, 49, the SOS coordinator for U.S. Army Garrison Baumholder, who organized the luncheon. "We're here to help their families when the Soldier is deceased."

Apr 5, 2013

Normally, fall is the appropriate time of the year for capturing and moving red-cockaded woodpeckers, or RCWs. However, circumstances sometime dictate that procedures be modified to accommodate and protect these endangered birds. Such was the case last month for the translocation of a pair of RCWs from Myrtle Beach to Fort Jackson.

Apr 5, 2013

Last week, The Bayonet was honored with first place in the MG Keith L. Ware Public Affairs Awards Communication Competition. However, that was just the latest honor in the long and storied history of The Bayonet, a history that stretches back to the days of World War II. For more than 70 years, The Bayonet has served as the official newspaper of Fort Benning, and has been the only continuously published weekly newspaper during that timeframe.

Apr 5, 2013

Fort Jackson celebrated Women's History Month Friday with a luncheon at the Solomon Center.

Apr 5, 2013

FORT HOOD, Texas --The likelihood of a school-aged American child receiving a diagnosis of autism, Asperger syndrome or a related developmental disorder is on the rise. In 2006, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimated one in every 110 children was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. That number has risen to 1 in 50, according to an analysis of a phone survey of parents released in March 2013 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Apr 5, 2013

Fort Jackson will celebrate Earth Day with a special "Green Initiative Day" April 13 at Semmes Park.

Apr 5, 2013

Special tactics operators from Pope Field at Fort Bragg, took part in a six-mile walk around the flightline carrying a log dedicated to a fallen comrade, March 15.

Apr 5, 2013

Suicide is always a tragedy, but it is one with certain earmarks individuals can often spot in advance if they're attentive. In the health-care industry, these are called suicide indicators.

Apr 5, 2013

1st Battalion, 46th Infantry Regiment, ceremony commemorates overseas campaigns, Mary Ann tragedy For more than a quarter of a century, veterans and Soldiers of the 46th Infantry Regiment have staged a memorial torchlight ceremony to remember those who came before them -- particularly those who gave their lives in service to their country.

Apr 5, 2013

The Army Substance Abuse Program at Fort Bragg, currently offers five different programs to help tackle the problems associated with substance abuse as part of the Army's Ready and Resilient campaign.

Apr 5, 2013

All of the dogs inside the Fort Bragg Animal Control Facility and Adoption Center were barking with excitement, March 25. Ten canines were slated to become companions for wounded warriors and veterans suffering from post traumatic stress disorder through the Guardians of Rescue's Paws of War program.

Apr 5, 2013

Six members of the Cavalry lineage were memorialized forever Wednesday as the Soldiers of 5th Squadron, 15th Cavalry Regiment, gathered to dedicate the unit's headquarters and barracks facilities.

Apr 5, 2013

On military installations throughout the nation, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has built hangars, fire stations, barracks and homes in a sustainable, energy-saving way, saving taxpayer dollars and working in collaboration with other federal agencies and partners.

Apr 5, 2013

The Hawaii State House of Representatives approved a House Resolution recognizing Hawaii's advocates for military children, April 1, 2013, the first day of the Month of the Military Child.

Apr 5, 2013

From 600 to 900 Soldiers take a motorcycle riding course every year through the Maneuver Center of Excellence Safety Office. The goal is to encourage safe driving and, ultimately, fewer motorcycle-related injuries and deaths. "Approximately 75 percent of the Army's fatalities are associated with riding a motorcycle or driving a car," said Brian Blanton, safety and occupational health specialist for the Safety Office. "The Army Traffic Safety Training Program is required for all Soldiers who operate a motorcycle on or off post, on or off duty, anywhere in the world. It's another tool for Soldiers to better and hone their riding skill."

Apr 5, 2013

For Soldiers looking to get a little rest and relaxation on the weekends, Edgewood Baptist Church in Columbus is now opening its doors on Saturdays to all active duty military.

Apr 5, 2013

PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, Calif. -- More than 3,000 people gathered together on the Monterey Peninsula March 23 to give credence to the adage that you are never too old to play in the mud.

Apr 5, 2013

What do all of us have in common when it comes to children? Protecting them.

Apr 5, 2013

The smell of fried carnival food lingered into the crisp spring air, March 30, 2013.

Apr 5, 2013

Moving trucks began rolling into Helemano Military Reservation, in March, delivering household goods to nearly two dozen families moving into the first new homes constructed in Island Palm Communities' (IPC) Helemano community.

Apr 5, 2013

The reasons for the donation of hours for a variety of tasks vary, but hundreds of Soldiers, family members and civilians were feted together, March 27, at Fort Shafter's Hale Ikena, for a year of selfless volunteer service that assisted U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii's programs, services and community members.

Apr 5, 2013

Members of the Fort Benning community should soon find their Saturdays a bit quieter than usual. The Giant Voice, Fort Benning's emergency warning siren system, is reducing its live testing schedule from every Saturday at noon to the first Saturday of each month at noon.

Apr 5, 2013

The American Cancer Society's Relays for Life are coming up in Columbus, Harris County and Phenix City. Each year, the event honors those who have survived cancer, those who lost their lives and raises money for cancer research.

Apr 5, 2013

Military youth in the Child, Youth and School Services; Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation; U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii; were treated to PT in the Park at Bennett Youth Center, with aerobic activities, breakfast and characters as part of Month of the Military Child, April 2, 2013.

Apr 5, 2013

Chief Warrant Officer 4 Matthew Roman (blue, on ball) and teammate Capt. Steve Martin (right), both from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, control the ball in the 2013 Army Hawaii Intramural Soccer Championship game at Tripler Army Medical Center, April 1, 2013.

Apr 4, 2013

Yongsan thanked People to People Seoul chapter members for the sincere help they have been giving for United States Force Korea, during a luncheon, Mar. 28.

Apr 4, 2013

TORII STATION, Okinawa (April 4, 2013) -- Single Soldiers who live or work on U.S. Army Garrison Torii Station now have a new place to hang out without ever having to leave the installation. The Morale, Welfare and Recreation Directorate held a grand-opening ceremony March 14 for the "Warrior Zone."

Apr 4, 2013

Hundreds of children and parents gathered at the Youth field located in U.S. Army garrison Yongsan on Mar. 30. For the annual Easter egg hunt hosted by Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation.

Apr 4, 2013

Last week, the U.S. Army welcomed back to Okinawa a highly decorated Army officer who fought in the Battle of Okinawa during World War II.

Apr 4, 2013

"The Franconian News" (or "On the Scene" as it was known before October 2011) has straddled the line between digital and print for years but now has a new face at www.army.mil.

Apr 4, 2013

Linda LaBalle, an indigo and dyeing expert traveled to the Vicenza Middle School to teach the students about dyeing techniques March 25.

Apr 4, 2013

Noreen Riols was selected to work for Winston Churchill's secret Army in 1943 and traveled March 28 to speak to a group of females as a part of Women's History Month.

Apr 4, 2013

FORT LEE, Va. (April 4, 2013) -- Sgt. 1st Class Naira Frazier was in a much lighter mood when the day was over.

Apr 4, 2013

FORT LEE, Va. (April 4, 2013) -- The shortage of women in the career fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics -- or STEM for short -- was the focus of a special gathering here Friday in front of the U.S. Army Women's Museum.

Apr 4, 2013

A Fort Carson military working dog handler adopted Canto, his first working dog, when the dog was deemed unable to continue his duties.

Apr 4, 2013

To reduce costs and achieve its objective of Net Zero water, Fort Carson has partnered with Johnson Controls under a federal Energy Savings Performance Contract to replace water fixtures in 124 facilities, which includes installing pint flush urinals, low-flow toilets, aerators for faucets and low-flow shower heads. The project began in mid January and completion is anticipated by August.

Apr 4, 2013

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - April is the Month of the Military Child! This special celebration - a legacy of former Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger -- was established to underscore the important role children play in the Armed Forces community. During April, Army Garrisons, Child, Youth and School Services programs and Child Development Centers plan numerous events ranging from picnics and parades to recreational fairs and fun festivals -- all to recognize and applaud Families and their children for the daily sacrifices they make in supporting America's Army.

Apr 4, 2013

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - The APG community kicked off Sexual Assault Awareness Month with a ceremony at the Post Theater April 2. This year's SAAM theme is, "We own it ... we'll solve it ... together."

Apr 4, 2013

From March 24-29, six representatives from the Jordanian special forces capitalized on the expertise of U.S. Army civil affairs Soldiers from Fort Carson, Colo.

Apr 4, 2013

Apr 4, 2013

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - More than 500 11th graders from Harford County Public Schools' magnet programs attended the fourth annual Futures 11 conference at Harford Community College March 27.

Apr 4, 2013

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - Esteemed experts in the field of adult, child and sports-related brain injuries spoke at a brain injury awareness event held at the post theater March 28. The interactive discussion was led by professionals from Kirk U.S. Army Health Clinic, the Brain Injury Association of Maryland and the Kennedy Krieger Institute.

Apr 4, 2013

Fort Rucker honored its professional women during its annual Women of the Year Awards March 28 at the U.S. Army Aviation Museum.

Apr 4, 2013

A few Aviators at Fort Rucker had the opportunity to experience for the first time something that hasn't taken place in almost 15 years.

Apr 4, 2013

Apr 4, 2013

The success of a resume is measured by getting an interview. The success of an interview is measured by receiving a job offer.

Apr 4, 2013

Donating money to help Soldiers and Families in need is cause enough to answer the call of selfless service, but getting the chance to arrest your boss in the process -- priceless.

Apr 4, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III visited Fort Rucker April 1-2 with Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, chief of staff of the Army, to conduct open discussions with Soldiers about budget constraints, affects of sequestration and what it means to be an Army professional.

Apr 4, 2013

CW3 Ronald Sandler did not expect he would be standing on stage next to the chief of staff of the Army April 1, but this was no April fool's joke.

Apr 4, 2013

April is the Month of the Military Child and to help celebrate, the Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and has events planned throughout the month.