Established June 14, 1775, more than a year before the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Army is older than the nation it serves. This year, in celebration of 244 years of service, … read full article about U.S. Army 244th Birthday: Honoring the call to service from D-Day to today
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Exceeding expectations: 515th Sapper Co. gets the job done
Story and photo by Sgt. Nicholas Brown-Bell1st. Lt. Jacob Savage, 2nd Platoon Leader, 515th Sapper Company, watched his Soldiers navigate the 22-foot tall fencing separating Nogales, Arizona and Mexico.His expression was a delicate mix of nerves mirroring that of an anxious father watching … read full article about Exceeding expectations: 515th Sapper Co. gets the job done
Army selects CSM Grinston as 16th Sergeant Major of the Army
By U.S. Army Public AffairsSecretary of the Army Dr. Mark Esper and Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Milley, announced today Command Sgt. Maj. Michael Grinston will assume responsibilities as the 16th sergeant major of the Army (SMA).“I look forward to working with Command Sgt. Maj. Michael … read full article about Army selects CSM Grinston as 16th Sergeant Major of the Army
Time is running out to transfer GI Bill benefits
Military OneSourceThe Post-9/11 GI Bill gives generous education benefits to service members, and as an extra perk, you may share these benefits with your family. However, starting July 12 a recent change limits transfer of the benefit to service members with between six and 16 years of service. … read full article about Time is running out to transfer GI Bill benefits
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AER Campaign to end Saturday
By Chuck Matthews Special to GUIDONThe Army Emergency Relief 2019 Fundraising Campaign will be ending Saturday. This is the 77th anniversary of AER, and the goal is $125,000 from active duty Soldiers.As of June 7, AER has raised $91,000 toward that goal. To help Soldiers and retirees … read full article about AER Campaign to end Saturday
Military Family Life counselors, chaplain engage drill sergeants in spiritual resiliency training
Special to GUIDONThe Drill Sergeant Resiliency Program is a Fort Leonard Wood joint effort to strengthen drill sergeants and families during their high operational training of Initial Entry Training and Advanced Individual Training Soldiers.In June, Military Family Life counselors joined … read full article about Military Family Life counselors, chaplain engage drill sergeants in spiritual resiliency training
Local students receive FLWH scholarships
Special to GUIDONFort Leonard Wood Homes is one of more than 30 communities whose residents have received funding totaling more than $120,000 given across the United States.FLWH is pleased to announce that four of its residents, Savannah Crockett, Darren McKenzie, Elissa Giles and Jacob … read full article about Local students receive FLWH scholarships
PFAA plays ‘Pinocchio’ for laughs
Like most classic fairy tales, there are many versions of “Pinocchio.” But the latest stage version … read full article about PFAA plays ‘Pinocchio’ for laughs
Pulaski Fair underway
Event features carnival rides, ATV rodeo, bull riding at St. Robert parkThe Pulaski County … read full article about Pulaski Fair underway
Intramural softball season gets off to soggy start; CTC wins first game
After inclement weather caused the start of the 2019 intramural softball season to be delayed a day … read full article about Intramural softball season gets off to soggy start; CTC wins first game
Cave State Cruisers to showcase classic vehicles
The 32nd annual Cave State Cruisers Car, Truck, Motorcycle and Classic RV Show and Old Route 66 Fun … read full article about Cave State Cruisers to showcase classic vehicles
