Nov 15, 2010

One of the ways Madigan is caring for Soldiers' teens is by transitioning to a medical home environment within the Adolescent Specialty Clinic. A medical home is characterized by comprehensive, holistic care within the department. The concept involves having the adolescent meet with a team in one location for all health care-related matters.

Nov 15, 2010

A myriad of presenters spoke at Madigan Healthcare System's TBI and PTS Symposium Nov. 4 at McChord Field. Soldiers, Family members, and civilian employees participated in the symposium, which featured speakers on the inner workings of TBI, the options of treatment available and how to interact with someone suffering from TBI or PTS.

Nov 15, 2010

Fort Hood Warriors in Transition participate in wheelchair basketball game with local team to raise disability awareness during October's National Disability Employment Awareness month.

Nov 15, 2010

WIESBADEN, Germany - On Veterans Day we pause to remember those who have gone before us and those still serving in harm's way. This year members of the Wiesbaden military community joined together at the Wiesbaden Library to hear reflections on heroic figures in individuals' lives before marching to Veterans Park for a traditional ceremony Nov. 10. Speakers described their heroes - ranging from parents to a spouse to Medal of Honor recipients.

Nov 12, 2010

More than 200 Soldiers from 68th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 43rd Sustainment Brigade returned to Fort Carson last week, after assisting a massive shift in U.S. Central Command forces. Eighty-four Soldiers assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 68th CSSB, 43rd SB, arrived from Afghanistan Nov. 2, followed by another 121 with 60th Ordnance Company from Iraq Saturday. During one-year deployments, the units supported the troop buildup in Afghanistan and drawdown in Iraq.

Nov 12, 2010

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - Recently some members of the Aberdeen Proving Ground community voiced their concern about the impending loss of a large oak tree on a part of APG scheduled for development.

Nov 12, 2010

The Fisher House provides a valuable service military Families during medical crises, allowing them to remain close as a Soldier receives life-sustaining treatment or medical care. For all that Fisher House has given to the community, local motorcycle builder Hotrodz has decided to give some back. The shop has taken a wrecked, 1977 Harley-Davidson motorcycle and is in the process of transforming it into a custom, bobber-style bike. The bike is expected to be complete in February and will be auctioned off to the public. Proceeds from the project will go to the Fisher House.

Nov 12, 2010

The annual "Families First" Military Fun Night brought together servicemembers and families for an evening of games, food and relaxation at the SoutheastFamily Center/Armed Services YMCA Nov. 5.

Nov 12, 2010

Soldiers from the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson gathered with Front Range schools and veteran organizations to participate in Veterans Day Parades in Pueblo and Colorado Springs Saturday. Nearly 100 military and local service organizations participated in the 11th Annual Colorado Springs Veterans Day Parade themed "Veterans: Diverse and Determined."

Nov 12, 2010

Children living in the Fort Bragg neighborhoods of Bougainville and Corrigedor Courts will soon have a new place to play thanks to a $50,000 grant from Lowe's Charitiable and Educational Foundation to the Fort Bragg USO. The grant will build two playgrounds in the neighborhood.

Nov 12, 2010

ESPN Sportscenter broadcasted live from Grafenwoehr, Germany as a salute to the U.S Army Europe during Veterans Day, 2010.

Nov 10, 2010

Hundreds watched the 250 World War II veterans as they walked or were pushed in wheelchairs through the chilly air to their positions of honor beside the World War II Memorial in Savannah, Nov. 7.

Nov 10, 2010

The new building for the Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) Army Ground Forces Band (AGFB) is coming along well. The pads upon which the building will rise have been laid and half of the "red iron" beams are already in place, with the other half due by the end of the week. All of the metal roof decking is expected to be installed by Thanksgiving if all goes as planned, according to Joe Wright, the project superintendent who works for Lifecycle Construction Services, the prime contract design-builder. Elsewhere on the construction site, underground utilities work proceeds for laying water and sewage lines. The band will move to Fort Bragg with Headquarters, Army Forces Command, the summer of 2011, in accordance with the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure legislation.

Nov 10, 2010

Justin Bieber visits Fort Sam Houston school

Nov 10, 2010

TEMPLE, Texas-Soldiers, family members, veterans and staff members walk around the Temple Veterans Hospital Park in support of Alzheimer's disease research during the Alzheimer's Memory Walk at the veterans' hospital in Temple, Texas Nov. 6. The event included a fundraiser, face painting and a raffle. The walk was sponsored by the William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home, Temple and the Alzheimer's Association.

Nov 10, 2010

WIESBADEN, Germany - A long line of cars rolled slowly up the winding hill overlooking Wiesbaden-Breckenheim Oct. 31. Word had gotten out - Americans were invited to help pick apples.

Nov 9, 2010

Darryl Worley's "God & Country Tour" came to Fort Carson, Colo., Oct. 30, to pay tribute to military families with a free concert. The "God & Country Tour" is a country music tribute to the military and their families, and Fort Carson was the fourth stop of seven U.S. military installations.

Nov 8, 2010

After a full year of operation, the Child Development Center at 3301 Indiana Ave. finally received a name in a dedication ceremony October 29. Families and leaders alike attended the grand opening of the Billy C. Colwell, Sr. Child Development Center. Colwell retired from Fort Campbell in 1979 as a first sergeant, but continued to work in the community to better relations with Fort Campbell.

Nov 8, 2010

November is officially the Month of the Military Family and all across Fort Campbell, Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities are paying tribute to Fort Campbell Families through discounts and events across post.

Nov 8, 2010

Ryan Newman's Veterans Day Chevrolet that will compete in Sunday's Sprint Cup race at Phoenix International Raceway. The car will feature more than 500 photos of men and women who served in the military.

Nov 8, 2010

When the "Soldier Show 27.0" opened at Fort Belvoir's (Va.) Wallace Theatre, the audience couldn't stay in their seats. Six months later, not much has changed except the location.

Nov 8, 2010

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - Team Picatinny sent 16 representatives, both military and civilian, to compete in the 26th annual Army Ten-Miler Oct. 24 in Washington, D.C.

Nov 8, 2010

Superheroes, ninjas, princesses and a dark lord of the Sith were among the children and Families who trick-or-treated on the streets of Fort McPherson Sunday, hoping to snag some sugary treats for their night's collection. "Snickers, licorice, suckers ... you name it, we've got it," said Hertha Larson, wife of Col. Darrel Larson, deputy chief of staff, G-4, First Army, who dressed as a clown and passed out grilled cheese sandwiches in addition to candy.

Nov 8, 2010

A day before Halloween, military children and their Families got a chance for some extra treats at the Fort McPherson Fall Festival Saturday. The festival, held at the Fort McPherson Chapel Center, was sponsored by the U.S. Army Garrison (USAG) Chaplain Office and was an opportunity to build a sense of community, said Chap. (Lt. Col.) Robert Phillips, USAG chaplain.

Nov 8, 2010

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Nov 8, 2010

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - A thunderous roar of more than 73,000 fans welcomed the color guards from all five branches of the U.S. Armed Forces during a National Football League's Carolina Panther football game against the New Orleans Saints Nov. 7. As part of Panthers' military appreciation day activities, Army Reserve Soldiers from the 81st Regional Support Command, based at nearby Fort Jackson, S.C., carried "Old Glory" and

Nov 7, 2010

Soldiers from U.S. Army Alaska and the Indian Army teamed up to play basketball during a sporting event Nov. 6 at the Elmendorf Fitness Center on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, as part of the combined training exercise Yudh Abhyas 2010. Soldiers from U.S. Army Alaska and the Indian Army teamed up to play basketball and dodge ball. The activity gave soldiers from both armies an opportunity to interact outside of their combined training exercise events.

Nov 7, 2010

It's a rare experience being involved in a traditional celebration of another country. Soldiers from U.S. Army Alaska were given that experience when they were invited to celebrate the Diwali festival Nov. 5 with soldiers of the Indian army at the Wilderness Inn dining facility on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

Nov 6, 2010

Cross-fit competition held in honor of the victims of the Fort Hood shooting.

Nov 5, 2010

On Oct. 25, at the Association of the U.S. Army's 2010 Annual Meeting and Exposition, the Army Spouse Employment Partnership welcomed 16 more U.S. corporations, who pledge their best efforts to increase employment opportunities for Army spouses.

Nov 5, 2010

Soldiers and Civilian employees gathered Oct. 29 outside U.S. Army Garrison Headquarters (Bldg. 65) to cleanup the area surrounding the building as part of the installations' fall cleanup program. Throughout the week, Fort McPherson and Fort Gillem personnel took time to spruce up their work areas and show pride in their community.

Nov 5, 2010

FORT MCPHERSON, Ga. -- Forty-five people: that's how many lost their lives in Georgia as a result of domestic violence in 2009.

Nov 5, 2010

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. -- Historians are known for telling the stories of people and events that are long since passed and no longer part of living history.

Nov 5, 2010

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. -- This year's Veterans Day Parade and all the other activities surrounding it will represent "something old, something new."

Nov 5, 2010

WASHINGTON - Redstone Arsenal's chances of repeating this year as a double winner in the Army Ten-Miler didn't look promising.

Nov 5, 2010

Flood waters due to heavy rain closed roads, bridges and the Army post, Casmera Ederle in Vicenza, Italy, Nov. 1 and 2. The historic city, Vicenza, was engulfed in muddy water several feet deep as the river topped its banks. U.S. personnel and Italians helped each other bail water out of homes and businesses and are helping each other clean up in the aftermath.

Nov 5, 2010

Military operations between two nations can be challenging with the diversity of language, cultures and traditions.U.S. Army Alaska found an untraditional method of alleviating those challenges when they discovered India-born sisters Cpl. Balreet Kaur and Spc. Jasleen Kaur, both medics for the 79th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (National Guard), who serve as cultural liaisons between the armies of India and the United States during exercise Yudh Abhyas 2010. The 14-day exercise started Nov 1 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, and serves as an opportunity to strengthen military cooperation between the two countries. "This brings our two countries much closer together and anytime we have experts from the other country it brings us much further along. They understand their customs and courtesies, so they help us out tremendously and make sure that we do not violate any of the normal policies that they follow," said U.S. Army Alaska Deputy Commander Col. Mark S. Lowe, acting exercise director.

Nov 4, 2010

The U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center has teamed up with the Family and MWR Command to provide Soldiers with a ready-to-use tool that, according to USACR/SC Command Sgt. Maj. Michael Eyer, is "anything but your boring safety presentation."

Nov 4, 2010

FORT RILEY, Kan. - Every year, fire departments that support airports and aircraft are required by the Federal Aviation Administration to be certified for airport rescue. Part of that certification requires live fire burns at night. During Fort Riley's annual certification Oct. 25, Lucas Everett, a firefighter with the Hays Fire Department, joined Fort Riley Fire Department firefighters for their night-fire training exercise.

Nov 4, 2010

FORT RILEY, Kan. - Spirit days, military working dog demonstrations and costume parades were some of the ways students celebrated the life of Enrique "Kiki" Camarena during Red Ribbon Week Oct. 25 to 29. Red Ribbon Week is dedicated to anti-drug messages in honor of Camarena, who lost his life in 1985, while working as a special agent in the Drug Enforcement Administration.

Nov 4, 2010

On Oct. 20, 2010, Ronald Decker , a Robertson Blood Center donor and volunteer was inducted into the Donation Hall of Fame. This award, sponsored by a leading healthcare company focused on the development and marketing of products and services for the transfusion medicine industry, recognizes individuals nationwide who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to blood donation.

Nov 3, 2010

Let me ask you this: How many military spouses do you know walk around in a pair of $500 shoes, carry around designer purses, drive high-end luxury vehicles, or have a full-time nanny raising their children' I don't know of any. Those so-called real housewives on TV think they have it hard, but as an outside viewer into their lives, all I see is a lack of appreciation for what they have and no understanding of sacrifice. Concerns over social circles, salon appointments, making sure the nanny is there to raise their children and what party to go to next has my stomach turning.

Nov 2, 2010

FORT IRWIN, Calif.- During their preschool days, Tiefort View Intermediate School fifth-graders Kayla Hensley, Hannah Kaczor and J.M. Malana sang, "Twinkle, twinkle little star. How I wonder what you are." Last year as fourth-graders at TVIS, the trio not only discovered the composition of stars but the moon as well as they participated in the LCROSS mission, which revealed more about the lunar make-up to NASA scientists through the Lewis Center for Education Research (LCER) program. The program enables students at TVIS to operate and control a deep space radio telescope as part of the Goldstone Apple Valley Radio Telescope program.

Nov 1, 2010

ALEXANDRIA, Va. - Like the power brought to Fox TV''s "American Idol," by Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul during the early seasons, the celebrity judges participating in the 2010 Operation Rising Star production will bring their own star-studded qualities to the military singing competition.

Nov 1, 2010

FORT EUSTIS, VA. (Oct. 22, 2010) - Did you know breast cancer will strike approximately one in eight women, a startling statistic according to data provided by the National Cancer Institute. Waterborne Soldiers assigned to the 10th Transportation Battalion in conjunction with Beyond Boobs, a Virginia based non-profit organization, held a 'Run for a Cure' October 22. Soldiers, family members, and survivors taking part in the event showed their support by wearing pink, the color long associated with the breast cancer.

Nov 1, 2010

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - A group of Wounded Warriors from Walter Reed Army Medical Center got into the swing of things with members of the Aberdeen Chapter of the Association of the United States Army during its 2nd Annual Golf Tournament at Ruggles Golf Course Oct. 15.

Nov 1, 2010

FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. -- Fort Campbell rolled out the annual "green" carpet for Retiree Appreciation Day, Oct. 30.

Nov 1, 2010

Nearly four years after a life-changing helicopter crash in Afghanistan, SFC Scot Noss is finally back home. On Tuesday, the Soldier from 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, and his wife, RyAnne, moved into their new 2,400-square-foot, four-bedroom house in Trussville, Ala., a Birmingham suburb.

Nov 1, 2010

As severe weather season ramps up, the Army is on the forefront of keeping military Families safe. The Ready Army campaign helps prepare installations for many different types of disasters. The campaign encourages Soldiers, Families and civilians to "Get a Kit, Make a Plan and Be Informed."

Nov 1, 2010

Zombies, witches, killer-clowns and famous slasher-movie characters populated the woods and buildings of Shoreline Park to create an environment of horror and fright for the patrons of "Theatrical Nightmare: A Walk in the Dark," Oct. 28 - 30.

Oct 29, 2010

FORT CARSON, Colo. -- About 500 volunteers turned out to clean and build a dog park at Iron Horse Park Saturday for Make a Difference Day. Soldiers, Family members, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and about 80 U.S. Air Force Academy cadets took part in Fort Carson's 20th Make a Difference Day, said Joey Bautista, Installation Volunteer Program coordinator, Army Community Service.

Oct 29, 2010

Fort Carson celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with an observance, sponsored by the Equal Opportunity Office, Oct. 19 at Elkhorn Conference Center. The event featured a guest speaker, dancing, music and food sampling.

Oct 29, 2010

Bronze medalist Capt. Daniela Kessler and fourth-place finisher Capt. Austin Luher led the All-Army Golf Teams to runner-up finishes behind All-Air Force at the 2010 Armed Forces Golf Championships Oct. 23-26 at Eaglewood Golf Course.

Oct 29, 2010

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. -- "You are the world's fastest man. You're gonna win it all."

Oct 29, 2010

The Shades of Green-an Armed Forces Recreation Center located on the Walt Disney World Resort-is now offering the Disney Parks' "Let the Memories Begin" program for military personnel, providing special offers on theme park tickets and accommodations.

Oct 29, 2010

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. -- In the military world, the wife is often the spouse who follows her Soldier to destinations near and far. But for the Kirk family, that scenario has taken a decidedly different turn.

Oct 29, 2010

Survivor Outreach Services met for their third annual summit at L'Enfant Plaza on Monday, Oct. 25. "Caring for our survivors is one of the most honorable things anyone can do," said Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Commander Maj. Gen. Reuben D. Jones. "We're so proud to build a program that aids in healing as the survivor honors their fallen Soldier."

Oct 29, 2010

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. -- In his 36 years of military service, women have come a long way. Speaking about the views of women then and now at the Women in Defense luncheon on Oct. 20, Lt. Gen. Mitchell Stevenson, the Army's deputy chief of staff for logistics, G-4, complimented women throughout the Department of Defense for the leadership and capabilities they bring to the workplace. Today's female professionals set a high standard for both men and women in the workplace, he said.

Oct 29, 2010

One of the first groups of visitors to the Installation Management Command's exhibit at the 2010 Association of the U.S. Army's annual meeting and exposition was a video crew from Fort Benning, Ga.

Oct 29, 2010

Sgt. Kevin Jarvis (second from left), 166th Aviation Brigade, First Army Division West, and Spc. Ashley Killian (center), 188th Infantry Brigade, First Army Division East, talk with Soldiers at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C., Oct 25. The three-day event at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center brought thousands of Soldiers, DA Civilian employees and defense contractors together to showcase Army programs, services and equipment. Jarvis, First Army Soldier of the Year, and Killian, the runner-up, informed attendees about First Army's mission in mobilizing, training and deploying Reserve-component Soldiers.

Oct 29, 2010

More than $1,100 was raised when U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Force Strategic Command employees tailgated Oct. 21 to support the Combined Federal Campaign.

Oct 29, 2010

"You can be a leader no matter what your position." This was one of the many points Scott Randazza, director of finance for the Coca-Cola Company, shared with members of the Fort McPherson community Oct. 19 during the third leadership luncheon event hosted by the U.S. Army Garrison Chaplain Office staff. The luncheon program, held in the basement of the Fort McPherson Chapel Center, brings leaders from around the community to share their knowledge with military personnel.

Oct 29, 2010

The 2010 political campaign season is now in full swing with local, state and national elections taking place Nov. 2.

Oct 28, 2010

WASHINGTON - Citizens were awakened Sunday by the thunder of Soldiers running through the nation's capital.

Oct 28, 2010

When workers fixing up the Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery saw the U.S. Disciplinary Barracks Cemetery, they wanted to do something to make it look nicer, too. The USDB Cemetery was established in 1884 as the burial site for military prisoners. After World War II, 14 German prisoners of war were buried there after being executed by hanging. Burials continued there until the 1950s. The cemetery has about 250 headstones.

Oct 28, 2010

Safety checks, history lessons and fun might not normally be associated with one another, but those were the words used to promote and describe the 15th Military Police Internment and Resettlement Brigade Motorcycle Mentorship Program Autumn Ride Oct. 22. Motorcycle mentors stress the importance of having fun and being safe. The ride encompassed all types of riding - group, urban, country and staggered. More than 40 riders, including Soldiers, civilians, family members and retirees, took the day off of work and participated in the 162-mile trip. The day started at 9 a.m. at the Fort Leavenworth Post Exchange parking lot where participating riders had their bikes inspected by mentors using the T-CLOCS pre-ride checklist.

Oct 26, 2010

There's nothing like getting together with friends, dressing up in Halloween costumes, and throwing pies in people's faces. Rock Island Arsenal community members gathered after work to enjoy some friendship, food and fun activities during the 3rd annual Family Readiness Group Fall Festival held Oct. 20 at Heritage Hall. The Army Sustainment Command's Headquarters and Headquarters Company and the Community-Based Warrior in Transition Unit FRG teamed up to hold this event. The FRG provides support and services to deployed troops, civilians and their families.

Oct 25, 2010

HONOLULU - The tens of thousands of screaming fans who filled Aloha Stadium cheered as eight women took the field and received honors in the 2010 Hawaii's Outstanding Military Spouse Awards at a University of Hawaii football game, Saturday.

Oct 25, 2010

An old Soldier relives the same scene every day: In the muddy, humid jungle on a far-flung battlefield, he turns just in time to see his buddy take a bullet. Each day he watches his friend die. Every day, moments of comfort are at risk of being invaded by a memory: The stench of death, the discomfort of never being clean or dry, and the constant terror (pushed to the back of the mind) that this may be the day he gets hit with shrapnel or dies by a sniper's bullet. It may be easy to pass the grey-haired man and think "hurry up old man, I've got somewhere to be, and you're slowing me down." There might be a wealth of experience -- and sacrifice -- under a wrinkled brow, though. Movies like "Saving Private Ryan," and TV series like "The Pacific" can be eye opening for people who have not experienced the stress of combat -- often veterans come home and live with the constant memory of things their Families and neighbors might never understand. This week, as Fort Polk prepares for Saturday's Retiree Appreciation Day, some local retired combat veterans shared their experiences -- stories of horror and death that are inescapable for them, but unapparent to the casual bystander.

Oct 25, 2010

ARLINGTON, Va. - Runners from the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program triumphantly took the team trophy from the Brazilian Army at this year's Army Ten-Miler on Sunday.

Oct 25, 2010

The TRX equipment and exercise program is a suspension training system that uses body weight to achieve fitness goals. The system is starting to gain attention in the Army. Thanks to the American Red Cross, the newest workout equipment on Fort Polk will not be found at any gym. Rather, it can be found at the Warrior Transition Unit.

Oct 25, 2010

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - More than 30 vendors packed the Lindner Conference Center Oct. 6 for the installation's safety preparedness fair.

Oct 25, 2010

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. John F. Campbell, Combined Joint Task Force 101, Regional Command East commander, receives an initial briefing for an upcoming flight on an F-15E Strike Eagle from U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Allan A. Nilles, 336th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron commander, Oct. 20. Campbell is flying with members of the Strike Eagle squadron to become more familiar with the mission and capabilities of the F-15 which provides close-air support to his Soldiers on the ground in eastern Afghanistan.

Oct 23, 2010

BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Whoever said "never trust a skinny chef" could not have been thinking about military cooks at the time. Meet the 185-pound U.S. Army Sgt. Bill McDonald.

Oct 22, 2010

An important facet to Family safety is having a plan and being prepared in case an emergency strikes. Preparing yourself and your Family for all types of emergencies is very important.

Oct 22, 2010

Fort Campbell spouses had a lot of fun and got some special "peer" attention this past weekend from the Army Wife Network and the spouse's Field Exercise at the Family Resource Center.

Oct 22, 2010

FORT CAMPELL, Ky. -- Work began on a new Fort Campbell chapel complex Wednesday, as post leaders gathered at Bastogne Avenue and 42nd Street for a groundbreaking ceremony at the site.

Oct 22, 2010

FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. -- The game of golf requires quiet, calm and focus - not traits generally associated with school age children. But that's exactly what the First Tee program is aiming to teach the children of Fort Campbell.

Oct 22, 2010

More than 400 special olympians and 700 volunteers participated in the 42nd annual Special Olympics at Milton Frank Stadium Oct. 19. A number of U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command employees volunteered, among them was Michelle Smith, an operations research and systems analyst with the Future Warfare Center. "Everyone should do it at least once," Smith said. "After that they will be hooked. We had a great time, and I look forward to volunteering next year."

Oct 22, 2010

Capts. Patrick Hawthorne and Daniela Kessler topped the leader boards at the conclusion of the 2010 All-Army Golf Team Trials on Oct. 19 at The Cardinal Golf Club.

Oct 22, 2010

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kan. (Oct. 21, 2010) - Frontier Chapel on Fort Leavenworth was dedicated in an ecumenical service Oct. 18.

Oct 22, 2010

FORT RILEY, Kan. - Fort Riley's Army flag football team protected its house with a 13-6 victory over McConnell Air Force Base in the second annual Army vs. Air Force Flag Football Game Oct. 16 at Sacco Softball Complex. There was a little trash talking before the game about McConnell taking the trophy back to Wichita, Kan.

Oct 22, 2010

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - When Maj. Brian Spurlock, of Project Manager Combat Ammunition Systems, deployed in May on a six month tasker to represent PEO Ammunition in Afghanistan, Picatinny's, FMWR staff ensured that his son would be able to continue playing golf while he way away.

Oct 22, 2010

SALINA, Kan. - Left and right turns, backing and parking are just some of the exercises that more than 60 Fort Riley civilian and military police officers went through during a training event at the Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy Oct. 4 to 14 in Salina. This is the first time Kansas Highway Patrol has provided this training to Fort Riley police officers as their annual in-service.

Oct 22, 2010

FORT BENNING, Ga. - The idea of watching active-duty Soldiers play in Doughboy Stadium had been in John Hargrove's mind for quite some time. The Doughboy Classic, a football game between the Columbus State University Club football team and a team comprised of 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Soldiers, is a dream come true for him.

Oct 22, 2010

Heven Ford, Fort McPherson Mission and Installation Contracting Command director, decided to upgrade from "a chicken in every pot" to two turkey legs during the U.S. Army Garrison organization day. The event, held Oct. 15 at Jacobs Park on Fort McPherson, allowed the garrison community to get together one last time before the base closes next year. Participants partook in a bounty of food - ranging from hot dogs, hamburgers, turkey legs, grilled corn and more - as well as fellowship, music, games and dancing.

Oct 22, 2010

<b>FORT STEWART, Ga. </b>- Staff Sergeant Arthur Stuart, the Division Special Troops Battalion Rear Detachment noncommissioned officer in charge of supply, didn't know what to expect when he became a judge at the 12th Annual Ogeechee Seafood Festival in Richmond Hill, Ga., Oct. 15-17.

Oct 22, 2010

FORT RILEY, Kan. -- Saving the installation more than $5,700 per year, the First Sergeants Barracks Program utilizes six electric vehicles to move in and around the brigade areas in support of barrack's assignments, terminations and maintenance calls.

Oct 22, 2010

Soldiers of 260th Quartermaster Battalion, 3rd Sustainment Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, took to the field at Richmond Hill High School, Oct. 15. They were dressed for the pigskin game between the Wildcats and Glynn Academy Red Terrors, but were part of Richmond Hill High School's Military Appreciation Night.

Oct 22, 2010

She is praised for her initiative and performance and serves as an inspiration to her colleagues. And while Sherry Kidd cannot physically see the joy on her friends' and family's faces, she is the first to say she feels it in her heart. Her work ethic, along with the example she sets for employees with disabilities, is why Kidd, a member of the Combined Arms Support Command and Sustainment Center of Excellence headquarters and headquarters company, has been recognized as the 2010 Training and Doctrine Command Outstanding Employee with a Disability.

Oct 22, 2010

JUNCTION CITY, Kan. - Married couples sat down for an evening of relationship advice from the experts during the iTalk live talk show Oct.16 at the C.L. Hoover Opera House in Junction City. Carolyn Tolliver-Lee, Family Advocacy Program specialist and hostess for the evening, said she wanted the couples to be engaged.

Oct 22, 2010

The flicker of 184 luminaries reflected off the 101st Airborne Division monument Tuesday night in remembrance of those killed in combat.

Oct 21, 2010

Oct 21, 2010

Packages to troops and civilians stationed outside the continental United States need to be mailed soon to make it there by the holidays, according to Peter Graeve, a plans and policy management analyst at the Military Postal Service Agency in Alexandria, Va.

Oct 21, 2010

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - More than 500 people took in fire prevention lessons, organization displays and entertainment during the 2010 Community Awareness Day activities at the Directorate of Emergency Services building Oct. 9.

Oct 21, 2010

FORT WAINWRIGHT, Alaska -- Thanks to a collaboration between the Army and the U.S. Department of Agriculture's 4-H youth development programs, Operation: Military Kids is available to support children and youth in Alaska and around the country as they cope with deployments.

Oct 21, 2010

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - Two U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program boxers led the United States to one of its best performances in Conseil International du Sport Militaire history at the 2010 World Military Boxing Championships

Oct 21, 2010

More than 500 deployed servicemembers and civilians participated in a shadow run of the Army 10-Miler here Oct. 17.

Oct 20, 2010

DONGDUCHEON, South Korea - U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud commander Col. Hank Dodge had a simple message for Korean Special Tourist Association bar and club owners here Oct. 14: prostitution, human trafficking and underage drinking are non-negotiable.

Oct 19, 2010

The U.S. Military Academy at West Point provided a Cadet Color Guard as the official colors for the American League Championship series game at Yankee Stadium, New York, N.Y., Oct. 18. Seventy-five cadets also unfurled a giant ceremonial American flag during the pre-game festivities.