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The Presidential Unit Citation was awarded to 319th Ordnance Company (EOD), 741st Ordnance Battalion, 96th Troop Command, during a ceremony at the Pasco armory, Jan. 17, 2024. Command Sgt. Maj. David Erickson - former 319th EOD first sergeant - Sgt. 1st Class Rich Gonzales, Sgt. 1st Class Kyle Yarbrough, Sgt. 1st
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SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - The Green Beret Foundation, the leading nonprofit organization that stands with and exclusively supports The U.S. Army Special Forces Regiment and their families, is proud to announce the significant expansion of its scholarship offerings through the strategic addition of the Special Forces Scholarship Fund. Marking a
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To best optimize itself for great power competition, the Air Force plans to, among other things, bring back warrant officers within the cyber and information technology professions, said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin during a presentation Feb. 12 at the Air Force Association's 2024 Warfare Symposium. That
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Blue Star Families, together with Heidi Murkoff, author of What to Expect When You're Expecting and founder of What to Expect Project, are hosting What to Expect: A Blue Star Baby Shower, a special event for 120 new and expecting military parents. Joint Base Lewis-McChord I Corps Commander's wife Jae Rin
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The Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) annually ushers in the Lunar New Year with its grandest celebration, the Annual Asia Pacific New Year Celebration. This cornerstone event, rooted in community spirit, showcases a diverse array of arts and culture, highlighting a different host country or culture each year. For over two
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In response to mounting concerns over the deplorable conditions of its barracks, the United States Army is exploring privatization as a potential solution. With few viable alternatives on the table, service leaders convened a barracks summit in December to confront the pervasive issues plaguing soldier housing, including widespread mold infestations
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Making the transition from military life to civilian life can be a challenge. In order to help service members understand this change, the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) team at Joint Base Lewis-McChord stands ready to help. The program's mission is to prepare and connect service members to the resources needed to
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ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) - The Secretary of the Air Force has reimplemented the Voluntary Retired Return to Active Duty Program in an effort to leverage the talents of our highly trained and experienced officer and enlisted military retirees to help minimize the service's critical manning shortages. Application window opens Feb.
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The Defense Department is focused on making quality child care options affordable for military families as officials continue to prioritize initiatives to take care of those who serve. Earlier this month the department implemented its new fee schedule for on-base child care designed to reduce fees for lower income military families
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Embark on a magical journey at our enchanting Salute to Military Princess and Superhero tea party where Captain America, Spiderman, Sleeping Beauty, Rapunzel, Belle, and Princess Elena of Avalor, accompanied by the Fairy Godmother, await your presence. This delightful free event is proudly presented by Northwest Military - publishers of
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Are you planning for your military separation and thinking about a college degree? Maybe you've taken a few college classes over the years and aren't sure what your next move should be. Or, you may already be in college but finding it tougher to succeed than you thought. These are
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The Western Air Defense Sector celebrated the opening of its new Agile Operations Center during a ribbon cutting ceremony, Jan. 26, 2024, on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The Adjutant General for Washington, Maj. Gen. Bret Daugherty and Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland's (WA-10) Deputy Chief of Staff and District Director, Liz Larter,
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Over the last 15 years, the recruiting rate of the all-volunteer force has been declining, said Stephanie Miller, deputy assistant secretary of defense for military personnel policy. Those with an interest in serving and qualification rates are hovering near all-time lows, she said yesterday at the Institute for Defense Analysis in Alexandria,
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - As the new year continues, February brings a time of celebration in honor of Black History Month. Airmen of African American heritage worldwide have dedicated their lives to defending the United States of America, honoring the vital role that black history plays in its culture and
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Leadership from across Joint Base Lewis-McChord gathered inside building 580 on McChord Field Jan. 23 to celebrate the reopening of the child development center after nearly four years of renovation. "This is exciting. It is a relief to see the renovations complete after such a long road,"
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Twelve years after arriving in the United States from Ukraine, U.S. Army Sgt. Dmytro Tsvira, a culinary specialist assigned to 296th Brigade Support Battalion on JBLM, shares how he plans to achieve his personal and career goals. Sgt. Tsvira maintains operations at Ghost Bistro, First Striker Brigade
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Nestled along the shores of the Puget Sound, Steilacoom, is a charming and historic town that often goes unnoticed among the bustling cities of the Pacific Northwest. Despite its relatively small size, Steilacoom boasts a rich history, picturesque landscapes, and a welcoming community that makes it a hidden gem for
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - "Life is a competition, not with others, but with ourselves. We should seek each day to live stronger, better, truer lives; each day to master some weakness of yesterday; each day to repair a mistake; each day to surpass ourselves." - David B. Haight.
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Within the vibrant walls of Joint Base-Lewis McChord's Arts and Craft Center, the Alcohol Ink Arts class has emerged as a dynamic hub for artistic expression. Led by Alicia Butler, the Arts and Crafts Center Business Manager, and attended by participants like Genevieve Shelby, the
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No Barriers USA, which provides programs for veterans with visible and invisible disabilities, is excited to launch its 2024 season with the opening of applications for its No Barriers Warriors program. The application period opened on Jan. 9. In 2024, No Barriers Warriors will have several programs for veterans with disabilities:
