Mar 19, 2013

The 1st Infantry Division marked its return to American soil, March 19, 2013, with a colors uncasing ceremony at Victory Park on Fort Riley, Kan.

Mar 19, 2013

Soldiers from the 3d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) participated in paintball activities March 11 at Paintball Asylum in Louisville, Ky.

Mar 19, 2013

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - As the Picatinny Arsenal workforce prepares for the possibility of furloughs, the installation's senior mission commander, Brig. Gen. John J. McGuiness, held a second town hall meeting to inform garrison employees of some things they might expect.

Mar 19, 2013

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- Girl Scout Troop 530 and the Army share a common goal: to be good stewards of the community in which they live and work.

Mar 19, 2013

HONOLULU -- With the release of a maile lei, Maj. Gen. Anthony Crutchfield, chief of staff, U.S. Pacific Command, alongside USO sponsors, staff and Hawaii's senior military leaders, officially reopened USO Hawaii's renovated Honolulu airport center, recently.

Mar 19, 2013

The Combined Arms Support Command hosted the Global Logistics 2020 Rehearsal of Concept Drill at the Army Logistics University March 11-14, to gather feedback on adapting the sustainment community to support the Army of 2020 and beyond. CASCOM, a major subordinate command of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, is responsible for training over 185,000 students annually through more than 500 courses taught by the Ordnance, Quartermaster and Transportation schools, Soldier Support Institute and the Army Logistics University.

Mar 19, 2013

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - For the third consecutive year Ted Cole, Spider Munitions Lead Engineer, has earned the top spot in the installation's annual chili cook-off competition.

Mar 19, 2013

WAHIAWA, Hawaii -- Leilehua High School returned to the national CyberPatriot Finals after finishing as the top Army JROTC qualifier in the nation.

Mar 19, 2013

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- The Hawaii Department of Education (DOE) released its "Race to the Top" (RTTT) accomplishments for the year showing positive results.

Mar 18, 2013

When it comes to providing comfortable living spaces for deployed Soldiers while saving time, money, fuel and water, rigid walls beat canvas every time.

Mar 18, 2013

A small team of six Soldiers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team traveled to Livorno, Italy, last month to train with the 1st Tuscania Special Operations Regiment.

Mar 18, 2013

While the 38th Military Culinary Arts Competitive Training Event may be over, the experiences of the more than 200 service members will have a lasting impact on culinary programs across the military. With 500 judged entries, this event is a primary training opportunity for military chefs.

Mar 18, 2013

CAMP HUMPHREYS - In celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the U.S.-ROK alliance and Pyeongtaek University's centennial anniversary, a concert featuring the Korean pop singer "Rain," was held at the Pyeongtaek University 90th Anniversary Building, March 7.

Mar 18, 2013

Warrior Transition Battalion-Europe Soldiers introduced adaptive sports to the Soldiers of the 44th Expeditionary Signal Battalion and the 2nd Cavalry Regiment.

Mar 18, 2013

KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany -- The sounds of cash registers and customers' chatter mixed with cutters swiping fabric and speakers pulsing salsa music gave art enthusiasts reason to celebrate. Even before the official March 15 opening of the Kaiserslautern Arts and Cultural Center, people at U.S. Army Garrison Kaiserslautern were coming out to the Kaiserslautern Community Activity Center on Daenner Kaserne to shop, said Ed Codina, the center's director. The garrison's directorate of Families, Morale, Welfare and Recreation, opened the doors in early March, followed by a two-day grand opening event.

Mar 18, 2013

Safety is such a constant part of a Soldier's life they sometimes get complacent. After a while, one of two things usually happens: Soldiers forget about the measures that kept them safe because there have been no accidents, or they become focused on the outcome of a mission instead of their well-being. Often, the prime time for this to happen is when a unit is in the process of redeploying.

Mar 18, 2013

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts visited the Natick Soldier Systems Center, March 15, 2013, as the installation braced for the impact of across-the-board budget cuts, known as sequestration.

Mar 18, 2013

Former Soldier teaches Army Values at high school where he coaches football.

Mar 18, 2013

Watervliet Arsenal announced this week that it has completed its first shipment of 19 M20A1 Breech Block Kits, as part of a $22.6 million contract for the U.S. Army to upgrade the M119A2 105mm howitzer.

Mar 18, 2013

The three-year $33.2 million re-construction plan for the 1959 built Hale Kula Elementary School, at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, is scheduled for rapid implementation.

Mar 18, 2013

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- The Department of Defense announced, March 7, a grant from the Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) for $26,560,000 to the Hawaii Department of Education for the renovation and expansion of Hale Kula Elementary School, here.

Mar 18, 2013

HONOLULU -- Few individuals in Hawai'i's history have been as influential in the lives of contemporary Native Hawaiians as Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana'ole.

Mar 18, 2013

HONOLULU -- Carnivorous wolf snails, Jackson's chameleons, pigs, goats, deer, fountain grass, strawberry guava, rats, slugs, devil weed, ants, coqui frogs, sheep.

Mar 18, 2013

Fort Leonard Wood welcomed Command Sgt. Maj. Terrence Murphy as the installation's top noncommissioned officer during a change-of-responsibility ceremony held March 11 at Nutter Field House. Murphy joins the Maneuver Support Center of Excellence from the U.S. Army Engineer School where he most recently served as regimental command sergeant major.

Mar 18, 2013

HONOLULU -- Starting school is a very exciting time for both children and parents, which is why the Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) is encouraging all parents to register their children for junior or regular kindergarten for the 2013-14 school year as soon as possible.

Mar 18, 2013

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- Parents of students who are presently enrolled in the third or fourth grade are invited to participate in Hale Kula Elementary School's Department of Defense Education Activity-funded Blended Learning (BL) program for school year 2013-2014.

Mar 18, 2013

WAIPAHU, Hawaii -- More than 33 students and Mililani High School Army JROTC cadets arrived at Pouhala Marsh, here, on an early Saturday morning to connect what they learned about invasive species, in class, with the real-world experience of removing non-native plants.

Mar 18, 2013

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- Centuries before the area became a modern, major U.S. military installation, traditional Hawaiian leaders developed governance and management techniques that revolutionized Hawaii.

Mar 16, 2013

Fort Huachuca, Az. - The chapel-sponsored Awana club is molding children in a positive light. The discipleship program on Fort Huachuca uses high-energy activities and games, Scripture memorization and interactive Bible lessons to develop each child's relationship with Jesus Christ, according to Fred Robinson, installation director of religious education.

Mar 16, 2013

Fort Huachuca, AZ. - On April 20, 2012, Purgatory Vodka, an alcoholic beverage containing hemp byproducts, became available for purchase throughout the United States, including at retailers on select military installations -- until recently.

Mar 15, 2013

A lifeguard at the Yano Fitness Center, Camp Zama, Japan, was recognized March 12, for rescuing a drowning Soldier at the Yano swimming pool, March 5.

Mar 15, 2013

REPUBLIC OF KOREA -- The next step in the Camp Humphreys transformation was realized March 6 when the first families began moving into the new Army Family Housing towers here.

Mar 15, 2013

18th MP Brigade tests professional law enforcement proficiency

Mar 15, 2013

More than 120 service members and community members attended a "Life After the Military" panel discussion at the Golden Lion conference center Feb. 28 as guests of the Vicenza Military Community Female 2 Female program.

Mar 15, 2013

Few can say they travel the world, engage in new cultural ways of life and leave their mark on those they have visited, but for three Soldiers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team, it's all in a day's work.

Mar 15, 2013

Service members and families stationed in Italy have the opportunity to enjoy skiing in the Alps. Vicenza Outdoor Recreation offers free lessons to help novices find their feet in snow.

Mar 15, 2013

A month after their first face-off at Caserma Ederle, the Mestrino Raptors basketball team from nearby Padova hosted the Vicenza CYSS Yellow Jackets for a re-match at the Lissaro Gym Feb. 27.

Mar 15, 2013

The U.S. Army Installation Management Command has recognized USAG Vicenza for having the best Family and MWR Community Recreation Program in the Army for 2012.

Mar 15, 2013

Depending on the building you work in and the time you arrive, finding a viable parking spot on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall can be a trial. Like a game of musical chairs, you may find yourself circling aisles of cars trying to beat another motorist to the last remaining parking space.

Mar 15, 2013

Questions on sequestration abound, but many answers are readily available. "We want to ensure our Fort Benning employees are informed on all aspects of how sequestration will affect them," said Gary Jones, MCoE Public Affairs director, "so they can at least understand the issues and plan accordingly."

Mar 15, 2013

It's not the end of history, but close. When Kim Bernard Holien retires from civilian service March 15 after 18 years as the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall historian, the position itself will disappear.

Mar 15, 2013

Gregory Olmsted, environmental protection specialist with the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Directorate of Environmental Management, spoke with 10 bus drivers from the 529th Regimental Support Company, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) about the importance of properly responding to hazardous material spills, including materials like oil and diesel March 8.

Mar 15, 2013

Dozens of former military police and officers who were based at Fort Myer during the 20th century have given their first-hand accounts of war time proceedings to the Veteran History Project.

Mar 15, 2013

A stringent endeavor is underway to record servicemembers' war time experiences -- especially veterans of World War II and the Korean and Vietnam Wars.

Mar 15, 2013

Some of us grew up drinking out of the garden hose. Many of us grew up without using seat belts, car seats or helmets. However, we have come a long way in our society. The next generation is more educated on the value of injury prevention and making better choices.

Mar 15, 2013

Going to the gym is supposed to be good for you.

Mar 15, 2013

March 8 is known in Italy as the "Festa della Donna" celebration or International Women's Day. To mark the occasion, more than 100 women from the Vicenza Military Community gathered for the annual combined Italian-American organization Ciao Conference, enjoying a variety of classes and cultural opportunities at Dai Gelosi, a restaurant in nearby Valproto.

Mar 15, 2013

About 150 families with approximately 250 students joined together during Math Night held at the Villaggio school complex March 6, where the PTSA and faculty offered an evening of fun and engaging mathematical games and activities for children of all ages.

Mar 15, 2013

Marty Kane is not a man to lounge around. In addition to a 40-plus hour workweek, he is president of two community organizations, a board member of several others, and plays on multiple intramural sports teams. And he loves every minute of it.

Mar 15, 2013

Nineteen teams competed at the inaugural Gainey Cup competition, but only one came away the victor. 1st Squadron, 40th Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, was given the top prize at the awards ceremony March 5, the final day of the competition. Hailing from Fort Richardson, Alaska, the team included Staff Sgt. Justin Miller, Sgt. Zachary Adkins, Spc. Alexander Berlin, Spc. Mitchell Sanderson and Pfc. Joseph Calderon.

Mar 15, 2013

The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) hosted their first of nine Armed Services Blood Program Blood Drives [ASBP], Mar. 11, at the community center on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va.

Mar 15, 2013

Nearly 130 Soldiers in the 63rd Engineer Company (Horizontal), 11th Engineer Battalion, returned from Afghanistan March 4. Their arrival was hailed in a welcome home ceremony with hundreds of guests -- fellow Soldiers, community volunteers and Family members.

Mar 15, 2013

The 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team landed at Fort Benning Thursday following a nine-month deployment to Kuwait. More than 150 Soldiers came home on the flight, the final one in a series of eight that brought home about 2,000 warriors.

Mar 15, 2013

Day zero of redeployment was a happy day for Soldiers of the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, as they reunited with Family and friends following a nine-month deployment to Kuwait. After the returning Soldiers went on a 48-hour pass to enjoy being back at home, they began Army-mandated reintegration training, part of the Deployment Cycle Support Process -- 10 days designed to successfully transition Soldiers from the front lines to the home front.

Mar 15, 2013

Senior Airman Steven Soto is shy and quiet. But make no mistake -- if something comes up, he'll probably be the first to volunteer. That, one of his superiors said, is the attitude that recently earned him the honor of 2012 Military Firefighter of the Year for the Army's Installation Management Command.

Mar 15, 2013

The Exchange at Fort Benning doesn't just provide its customers with convenient on-post shopping options; it also gives back to the community in other ways, Exchange officials said. Roughly two-thirds of Exchange earnings are paid to the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, with the other third used to renovate Exchange facilities or build new facilities, such as the new facilities at Patton Village and Harmony Church.

Mar 15, 2013

Units around Fort Bragg have been holding town hall meetings since last month to ensure the civilian workforce is informed about the impact and effects of sequestration.

Mar 15, 2013

Dignitaries from local and higher commands cut the ribbon to open the Sensors and Lasers Distribution Center (SLDC) at Rock Island Arsenal Wednesday. The SLDC became operational in Sept. 1, 2012, allowing RIA-JMTC to fulfill the PM SSL logistics mission by providing products to support the Total Package Fielding (TPF) missions to the war fighter.

Mar 15, 2013

Baby talk filled the halls of Womack Army Medical Center on March 9, as nearly 400 expecting Families attended a Maternity Fair. In its tenth year, the fair offers information to Families who are expecting a child, new parents, or Families wishing to start a Family in the future.

Mar 15, 2013

Fort Bragg's Throckmorton Library celebrated the 100th birthday of its namesake in a ceremony Feb. 28. Gen. John L. Throckmorton, a veteran of World War II, Korea, Vietnam and the Detroit riots, commanded both the 82nd Airborne Division and the XVIII Airborne Corps during his time at Fort Bragg. He later retired in Fayetteville after 38 years of service.

Mar 15, 2013

Many Soldiers have passed through Fort Benning on their way to completing a larger mission. On March 4, Leonard "Mac" McQuown, a former Marine, did the same. McQuown is in the midst of a six-year journey to walk to every state capital in an effort to raise awareness and funds for veterans.

Mar 15, 2013

When Soldiers from the 102nd Sapper Company get home to their barracks from a nine-month deployment, they will be in for a pleasant surprise thanks to 102nd Sapper Co. Family Readiness Group. Instead of empty dressers, uncovered beds and clean counters, 41 'Outlaws' will find snacks, pillows, new shower curtains, toiletries and other goodies with welcome home signs hung in every room.

Mar 15, 2013

The All American Cheer team, practices Wednesdays, from 4 to 4:45 p.m., at Maholic Child Development Center. The class is offered through the SKIES Unlimited program, designed to compliment youth experiences as military and Department of Defense dependents.

Mar 15, 2013

Photography helped Recruiting Command NCO overcome PTSD.

Mar 15, 2013

Fort Huachuca, AZ. - Family, friends and colleagues gathered to honor Col. Michael Arinello's accomplishments last week. His most recent -- retirement. A ceremony was held March 8 in Fitch Auditorium, Alvarado Hall, to thank Arinello for his 33 years of military service.

Mar 14, 2013

In USAREC's geographically dispersed command, leaders, Soldiers and families alike rely heavily on their Soldier and Family Assistance program manager, or SFA, to fill the shoes of an entire Army Community Service office. Located in each recruiting brigade and battalion headquarters, a single SFA provides his or her families the whole gamut of services available on an installation.

Mar 14, 2013

Leaders from U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, South Korea, visited the Republic of Korea's Ministry of National Defense (MND) Service Support Group to strengthen the friendship and alliance between the R.O.K. and U.S. here, March 12.

Mar 14, 2013

Automobile accidents come in all shapes and sizes. U.S. Army Garrison Ansbach is spread over several kasernes in and around the Ansbach area, and its residents usually by necessity spend time driving between the different kasernes. Because of this normal road usage, the garrison's safety office has noticed several trouble spots that could cause various vehicular vexations, if not downright dangers.

Mar 14, 2013

FORT LEE, Va. (March 14, 2013) -- Recovering from cancer can be a tough experience and the lingering effects can impact one's work for months on end.

Mar 14, 2013

Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Derrick Davenport remembers the bitter taste of defeat during last year's Culinary Olympics in Germany.

Mar 14, 2013

FORT LEE, Va. (March 14, 2013) -- Staff Sgt. Billy Daugette has nothing to prove. The 28-year-old has accomplished much in his short career, and some of those milestones wander into the territory of he cooking world's very best. He's an American Culinary Federation-certified chef; winner of the 2011 Armed Forces Chef of the Year title; and enlisted aide for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Mar 14, 2013

Many of you are playing a major role in improving our Quality of Life and Responsible Stewardhip (protecting our precious resources) here at Fort Jackson. I would like to thank you for what you're doing with two of our four priorities (the others being Leader Development and Training/Readiness) and ask that you don't let up.

Mar 14, 2013

In light of the current developments, civilian employees should be managing expenses now to help prepare for reduced income if furloughs occur.

Mar 14, 2013

Fort Jackson Soldiers, employees and family members had the chance Tuesday to make their voices heard during the first installation town hall meetings of 2013.

Mar 14, 2013

At Fort Jackson, the youth organization, now called American Red Cross "VolunTEENS" is thriving, and making real contributions. The school year program, which runs from September to June, is for teens ages 13 through the end of high school.

Mar 14, 2013

FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas (March 11, 2013) - - Army civilian personnel are bracing for the impact of furloughs and changing financial priorities on their organizations. Approximately 251,000 Department of the Army civilians expect to be notified soon if they will be furloughed up to 22 days starting in April.

Mar 14, 2013

FORT DRUM, N.Y. -- Nathan E. Morrell, whose adult life began and ended with the 10th Mountain Division, died last week after a brief hospitalization in Watertown. He was 89.

Mar 14, 2013

FORT SILL, Okla. (14 March 2013) -- The post's largest dental facility Cowan Dental Clinic reopened after an 18-month, $8 million renovation March 6.

Mar 14, 2013

WIESBADEN, Germany - V Corps Chaplain (Capt.) Andrew Spriensma could have given a big pep talk on rock climbing before hitting the walls with a group of spouses at T-Hall Indoor Rock Climbing, but it was not necessary. Instead, Spriensma presented Strong Bonds training, much of which was right on target for indoor rock climbing as well as life as a whole.

Mar 14, 2013

FORT SILL, Okla. -- (14 March 2013) March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. To help address this complex and sometimes confusing medical condition, the Cannoneer interviewed Dr. Jason Albano, clinical neuropsychologist at the Fort Sill Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic.

Mar 14, 2013

FORT SILL, Okla. (14 March 2013) -- Competition amongst Fort Sill dining facilities again opened National Nutrition Month, this year under the theme, "Eat Right, Your Way, Everyday."

Mar 14, 2013

Mar 14, 2013

FORT SILL, Okla. (14 March 2013) -- Some Soldiers relieve stress in the weight room, some unwind over meals and some write poetry or stories. But for Capt. Micah Ray, Headquarters and Headquarters battery commander, 214th Fires Brigade, and a native of Oklahoma City, he relieves his stress by rapping.

Mar 14, 2013

The 3d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) held an uncasing ceremony March 6 at the Natcher Physical Fitness Center on Fort Knox, Ky.

Mar 14, 2013

The Fort Carson commanding general and community leaders from Aurora, Colo., signed a community covenant to strengthen bonds between the two communities.

Mar 14, 2013

Miles of power lines crisscross Fort Carson's 137,000 acres, providing essential electricity to the garrison, but the many poles present a deadly threat to wildlife, especially raptors.

Mar 14, 2013

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Mar 14, 2013

McALESTER, Okla. -- Preschoolers from McAlester Army Ammunition Plant's child development center here had a message for the installation's commander when he visited them March 7.

Mar 14, 2013

A special "fast and furious" repair activity team from the 597th Ordnance Maintenance Company returned home March 11 from a six-month deployment in the Middle East.

Mar 14, 2013

After a decade of war, our Army is changing and so are its people. We find ourselves at a unique and critical time in our Army's history. We're at a time when not only military personnel are in theater…but Civilians, too, have also made the commitment and are often standing in harm's way to support the joint Warfighter.

Mar 14, 2013

Mar 14, 2013

After 90 Aviation Training Exercises spanning more than 16 years, the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's ATX Feb. 26 to March 7 is expected to be the last active-duty exercise of its kind at Fort Rucker.

Mar 14, 2013

Among the Army values, selfless service is one that can make a huge impact both within the Army and to the surrounding communities, and Soldiers in various organizations on Fort Rucker have taken that value to heart.

Mar 14, 2013

Military spouses with an at-home business showcased their products to active-duty servicemembers, retirees, spouses and local community members at the USO Metro and The Major Group Women in Business and Community event Saturday at the USO Warrior and Family Center -- Fort Belvoir. Spouses displayed at-home businesses like Pampered Chef, Simply Panache Products, Organo Gold Gourmet Coffee, Tupperware products and independent travel companies.

Mar 14, 2013

So far in 2013, eight Soldiers have been killed in motorcycle accidents according to the Army's Daily Statistic Spreadsheet, and the riding season is just now approaching.

Mar 14, 2013

Attendees of this year's Children's Festival can expect to see brilliant colors from thousands of kites, decorated eggs, inflatables, crafts and games that will be featured at the Easter event that celebrates and showcases military children.

Mar 14, 2013

Soldiers at Fort Belvoir took advantage of a free home-cooked meal provided by the USO of Metropolitan Washington Friday afternoon at the USO Warrior and Family Center - Fort Belvoir. The program, called Your USO Meal or Y.U.M., is designed to help Soldiers E-4 and lower. However, all active-duty or Reserve servicemembers and National Guard Soldiers are welcome to the lunches to get a home-cooked meal.

Mar 14, 2013

Soldiers and Families looking to plan vacations visited the 25th annual Travel Extravaganza March 6 to find new places to journey to while taking advantage of deals and discounts.

Mar 14, 2013

It's hard enough to become the No. 1 team for the Fort Rucker Intramural Basketball regular season, but to achieve that while remaining undefeated is an accomplished feat.