Feb 21, 2007

The Washington Capitals hockey team honored servicemembers in the national capital region last night during a "Salute to the Military Night" at the Verizon Center.

Feb 20, 2007

"I just can't tell you how bad I wanted it," said Mark Martin seconds after climbing out of his No. 01 U.S. Army Chevrolet following Sunday's Daytona 500. "We gave it our best shot aEUR" we were within inches of getting it done."

Feb 15, 2007

An officer in the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program was selected as the 2006 Amateur Female Triathlete of the Year by "Triathlete" magazine.

Feb 15, 2007

Some 200 Soldier-chefs from Army installations around the world will trade body armor and M-16 rifles for filet knives, spatulas and pastry bags here March 5-16 during the 32nd annual U.S. Army Culinary Arts Competition.

Feb 14, 2007

A California-based home builder has donated a 10-passenger, wheelchair-accessible minibus to the Armed Forces YMCA and the Warrior Foundation to be used to transport wounded servicemembers around San Diego.

Feb 8, 2007

A local business owner was recently recognized by the Joint Munition and Lethality Life Cycle Management Command commander for his generosity and kindness in support of wounded military members. During a tour of the Jackie Evans Inc., manufacturing facility in Passaic Maj. Gen. Paul S. Izzo presented Mario Monaco Jr. with a two-star note in recognition of continued support to wounded Soldiers Jan. 23.

Feb 8, 2007

Friends and family back home will have a chance to see their servicemembers in action and hear their personal messages via video thanks to the efforts of a cable network dedicated to the military. Beginning at 6 a.m. on Feb. 14, Discovery Communications' Military Channel plans to launch "Operation V-Day," a 24-hour commercial-free airing of messages from troops around the world to their loved ones in the states.

Feb 8, 2007

Friends and family back home will have a chance to see their servicemembers in action and hear their personal messages via video thanks to the efforts of a cable network dedicated to the military.

Feb 5, 2007

It's an award that has been given to such distinguished leaders as retired Gen. Colin Powell, former Senator Bob Dole, former Secretary of Defense William J. Perry, and retired Gen. Hugh Shelton. Since 1979, George Washington Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army has been awarding their Commander-in-Chief Award to a deserving leader who makes a great contribution to America. This year, for the first time ever, board members of the chapter selected not an individual, but a unit of Soldiers. The 2006 recipient of the Commander-in-Chief Award is the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard).

Feb 2, 2007

African-Americans have a long tradition of honorable and distinguished service in America's armed forces, going back 231 years to the nation's birth aEUR" and even before.

Jan 31, 2007

Nearly 300 Soldiers and airmen from the Florida National Guard cheered the Orlando Magic during its Friday game at the Amway Arena during the team's 'Seats for Soldiers' night. Members from all other branches of the military were also present during this night of exclusive recognition for those supporting the Global War on Terrorism.

Jan 30, 2007

Actor and military advocate Gary Sinise earned praise for his portrayal of a disabled Vietnam veteran in the 1994 movie, "Forrest Gump." Sinise now is helping to build a memorial for America's 3 million living disabled military veterans.

Jan 30, 2007

Thanks to the generosity of 600,000 Americans, wounded warriors now have a $50 million state-of-the-art physical rehabilitation facility.

Jan 24, 2007

Austin Peay State University hosted Operation Tribute to Freedom at the Dunn Center during Tuesday's basketball game with Ohio Valley Conference rival Murray State University.

Jan 23, 2007

Separating from the Army can be challenging... and even a little scary. SGT Daniel Dooley is in Schweinfurt, Germany with someone who makes sure you'll have everything in order when making the transition.

Jan 23, 2007

The second servicemember to receive the Medal of Honor for actions in the Iraq war was inducted into the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes today.

Jan 19, 2007

Marking a milestone, Operation Homelink, in collaboration with Dell, presented 250 refurbished computers to families of the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force on Jan. 9 at Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Jan 19, 2007

When the Girl Scouts combined their knack for selling cookies with their dedication to community service, they cooked up the Gift of Caring program. Each Girl Scout troop can choose a Gift of Caring partner to receive donated boxes of Thin Mints, Do-si-dos, Trefoils and other baked favorites throughout the cookie-selling season.

Jan 18, 2007

Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness Michael L. Dominguez stated at a meeting Thursday with military and community support organizations, "As additional forces deploy in support of the new strategies in Iraq, programs and policies at home will immediately respond to the needs of families. These families will need grassroots support as many are National Guard and Reserve and are distributed across many states rather than on or near military installations."

Jan 18, 2007

The unit is proposing a $4 million renovation project that includes installing an underground sewage system with connections to each house in the area, drain culverts, sidewalks and paved roads.

Jan 17, 2007

On Pearl Harbor Day, BJ Penn, voted one of the best pound-for-pound fighters ever by Elite Fighter magazine, gave his own time and expertise to some Green Berets at Fort Lewis, Wa. simply because he wanted to contribute to the war on terror. At his own expense and with his younger brother Reagan, also a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, in tow, BJ spent two days with the 1st Special Forces Group sharing his vast knowledge of submission grappling, twice.

Jan 16, 2007

Most infantry Soldiers would be a little surprised to see a female Soldier riding with them in their Bradley fighting vehicle through the streets of Baghdad. But Soldiers of 2nd Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, attached to 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, regularly conduct search missions with female Soldiers.

Jan 16, 2007

The Fisher House Foundation will expand its efforts to help injured U.S. troops and their families by building five new comfort homes per year until 2010, the foundation's chairman said last night on CNN's "Larry King Live."

Jan 9, 2007

2007 All-American Bowl articles, images and video.

Jan 9, 2007

Not only is the U.S. Army All-American Bowl about football players and Soldiers, but is also about the invaluable contributions of the spouses, parents, veterans, and employers who support them.

Jan 9, 2007

For the more than 80 'Soldier Heroes' who have been awarded a Bronze Star, Silver Star or Purple Heart, the buffet breakfast was good, but the company was great.

Jan 9, 2007

The holidays are a special time for a lot of people around the world, but this past Christmas it had the additional meaning of special recognition from the National Football League's Miami Dolphins for family members of Army Reserve Soldiers serving in Afghanistan.

Jan 9, 2007

One of the ongoing traditions leading up to the U.S. Army All-American Bowl high school all-star football game is the Boone-Yoast barbecue.

Jan 9, 2007

Not only is the U.S. Army All-American Bowl about football players and Soldiers, but is also about the invaluable contributions of the spouses, parents, veterans, and employers who support them. Freedom Team Salute presented five awards to deserving supporters who showed exemplary support of the Army and the Soldiers during a ceremony on Friday.

Jan 8, 2007

On the third Saturday in December, the Cats and Cards squared off once again in the commonwealth's most heated state rivalry, and many deployed Soldiers and their families were watching TVs, but not for the reason you would think.

Dec 28, 2006

The game may have been all about football, but the overall event was a tribute to 1.2 million very special people aEUR" the men and women of the United States armed forces.

Dec 15, 2006

Christmas came a few weeks early this year for military families throughout the city.

Dec 13, 2006

More than 150 Depot community members, distinguished guests, officials from Sagamihara City and students from Koyo Elementary School watched as a string of colorful lights brightened a large 20-ft. tree near Depot's front gate.

Dec 13, 2006

U.S. Army Alaska's only unit to deploy twice to Iraq is back again.

Dec 12, 2006

Thanks to a partnership with Hollywood Video and Game Craze rental stores in five states, "Tunes 4 the Troops" anticipates sending troops 5,000 DVDs this holiday season.

Dec 7, 2006

Just in time for the holiday season, Marvel Comics' "The New Avengers" and the Army and Air Force Exchange Service have teamed up to bring troops stationed around the world another free, military-exclusive comic book.

Dec 6, 2006

The Fort Belvoir community and several celebrity actors came together on Tuesday for an autograph signing and a special screening of a Hallmark Channel movie

Dec 5, 2006

An America Supports You corporate team member is coordinating creation of what it calls the world's largest scrapbook as a way for the nation's students to show their support for America's servicemembers.

Dec 1, 2006

Silver Star Families of America, a group dedicated to supporting wounded servicemembers and their families, is thinking outside the box this Christmas.

Nov 29, 2006

The Defense Department's technology transfer program, which shares newly developed DoD technologies with civilian first responders, benefits both communities in cost effectiveness and mission accomplishment, the DoD official in charge of the program said here today.

Nov 17, 2006

Army Broadcasting Service is deactivated and the Soldiers Media Center stands up, ceremony at the Pentagon. SSG Dan Wiltshire reports.

Nov 14, 2006

Servicemembers will receive free admission at Daytona USA throughout November to celebrate Armed Forces Month.

Nov 14, 2006

Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation's Information, Tickets and Reservation offices have military discounted ticket packages available for SpeedWeeks 2007 at Daytona International Speedway.

Nov 13, 2006

PHOENIX (Army News Service) Nov. 13, 2006 - It was another top-20 finish for Army driver Joe Nemechek, who posted a 19th place finish in yesterday's Checker Auto Parts 500 at Phoenix International Raceway.

Nov 9, 2006

The director of the National Security Agency stepped uncharacteristically into the spotlight here today to join the United Service Organizations in honoring veterans, who he said set the example for today's troops, and the family members who stand by them.

Nov 7, 2006

The one overriding lesson of the all-volunteer force is the importance of the military family, a top Defense Department official said here today.

Nov 7, 2006

With National Veterans Awareness Week underway and the national Veterans Day observance on Nov. 11, the Veterans Affairs secretary is urging all veterans to show their pride by wearing their military medals.

Nov 7, 2006

Though Joe Nemechek fought a handling problem and a broken axle, the U.S. Army driver managed to notch an 18th-place finish Sunday at Texas Motor Speedway.

Nov 2, 2006

Six Soldiers sang their way into the Military Idol semifinals at Wallace Theatre Monday.

Nov 2, 2006

Army Knowledge Online is your ticket to watch the competition and help select the second Military Idol.

Oct 31, 2006

The Army once again this year took top honors in the Military Division of the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, Oct. 21.

Oct 26, 2006

On a remote stretch of road on a sweltering desert evening in August, 2004, Soldiers from the Chillicothe-based A Company, 216th Engineer Battalion, wrapped up a long day's work and prepared to head back to their temporary base of operations near Samarra, Iraq.

Oct 26, 2006

Multiple standing ovations greeted the Soldier/musicians of U.S. Army Forces Command's "Concert Band" Oct. 5, during their free, public show at the Falany Performing Arts Center on the campus of Reinhardt College in Waleska, Ga.

Oct 23, 2006

Joe Nemechek\'s strong run in Sunday\'s Nextel Cup event came to a halt when he was black flagged by NASCAR on Lap 389 of 500 to repair damage to the No. 01 U.S. Army Chevrolet.

Oct 23, 2006

In a show of support for troops, the man who coined the terms "kicked up" and "Bam!" held a book-signing event at the Post Exchange Oct. 12 as part of his current book tour.

Oct 19, 2006

Leaders of major veterans organizations joined Veterans Affairs Secretary R. James Nicholson here yesterday in launching an effort to "kindle a new spark of patriotism" by asking men and women who have served in the military to wear their medals on Veterans Day.

Oct 17, 2006

U.S. Army Top Fuel driver, Tony "The Sarge" Schumacher, lost in the first round of eliminations of the rain-delayed Torco Racing Fuels Nationals here Sunday at Virginia Motorsports Park.

Oct 17, 2006

Amid the whistles and cheers of more than 100,000 NASCAR fans, nearly 500 3rd Infantry Division Soldiers marched onto the track at Lowe's Motor Speedway Saturday evening.

Oct 16, 2006

Joe Nemechek took advantage of two big breaks and went on to post a ninth-place finish in Saturday night's Bank of America 500 Nextel Cup race at Lowe's Motor Speedway.

Oct 13, 2006

Today's announcement of the Army's new advertising campaign "Army Strong" folllows earlier slogans of "Be All That You Can Be" and more recently "An Army of One" to attract recruits into the all-volunteer Army.

Oct 12, 2006

Free tickets are now available for the U.S. Army Soldier Show's Oct. 28 performance at historic Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C.

Oct 4, 2006

The return of not one, but almost 300 Soldiers from the 205th MI Battalion, Saturday, after an almost year long deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Oct 4, 2006

Aca,!A"We were a splash of fuel away from having a good day," said Joe Nemechek after finishing 27th in Sunday's Nextel Cup race.

Sep 26, 2006

The Navy christened and launched the nation's first Littoral Combat Ship, Freedom (LCS-1), at the Marinette Marine shipyard Sept. 24.

Sep 19, 2006

Three Soldiers of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit of Fort Benning, Ga., are halfway to the 2007 Pan-American Games.

Sep 17, 2006

The Combined Arms Center at Fort Leavenworth, Kan., is accepting original research papers for its inaugural Information Operations Writing Competition through Oct. 30.

Sep 17, 2006

In April, ousted dictator Saddam Hussein was charged with genocide and crimes against humanity for his role 1988's Anfal campaign against Iraq's Kurdish population. Now, as Iraqis wait for the trial to run its course, three local Kurdish citizens reflect on what they endured before and after the campaign that some say left 100,000 Kurds dead and another 182,000 missing.

Sep 17, 2006

The scorching sands of Iraq gave way to the lush green and cool winds of Germany as soldiers from Charlie Company, 501st Military Intelligence Battalion, returned from deployment. The 501st MI spent nearly a year in Ramadi and Al Taqaddum, before returning to Germany shortly after 10 a.m. Sept. 9.

Sep 16, 2006

As the oldest daughter of immigrant parents, Staff Sgt. Magda R. Khalifa, an Army Reserve Soldier with the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, has provided much cultural awareness to her civil affairs unit.

Sep 15, 2006

Grace Russo is auctioning off her head. For at least $500, she'll let a company draw its logo or slogan on her nogginaEUR"which she will shaveaEUR"and she'll parade it around Fayetteville for up to five months. Up the bid to at least $100,000, and she'd even tattoo the logo on her scalp.

Sep 14, 2006

After more than a year in Iraq, Sgt. 1st Class Peter Moran was ready to get back to his family and friends. Little did he know his return festivities would include Christina Aguilera and the Good Morning America crew.

Sep 11, 2006

A lack of traction in Saturday night's Nextel Cup race at Richmond International Raceway sent Joe Nemechek to the back with a 32nd-place result.

Sep 10, 2006

Sgt. Renee Kraus, administrative noncommissioned officer to the Fort Meyer, Va., garrison command sergeant major, shares the spirit of giving with the local military community by volunteering with So Others Might Eat, a nonprofit Washington, D.C. organization.

Sep 8, 2006

Tens of thousands of Americans in all 50 states and the District of Columbia are preparing to put on their walking shoes during the next few days as they participate in Freedom Walks to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and to honor veterans, past and present.