Aug 22, 2012

The Cherry Point autocross began with an inconvenient delay due to rain and lightning strikes within five miles. After 45 minutes of waiting, the rain and lightning cleared, letting the racers commence to skidding their cars along the wet windy track.

Aug 21, 2012

Brig. Gen. John B. Morrison, Jr., assumed command of 7th Signal Command (Theater) from Col. John B. Hildebrand during a ceremony at Alexander Hall (Fort Gordon, GA) today.

Aug 16, 2012

Semaphore ceremony takes the Signal Corps back to basics. FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii (Aug. 15, 2012) -- Long before the advent of the radio, battlefield communications took the form of the Wig Wag. With each position representing different letters, numerals and special signs, wigwaggers could signal an entire command to attention in complete silence. The 311th Signal Command (Theater) paid homage to this historical means of communications by conducting the entire 311th change of command ceremony, during which Maj. Gen. James T. Walton assumed command from outgoing commander Brig. Gen. William Scott, utilizing the Signal Corps semaphore flags.

Aug 16, 2012

U.S. Cyber Command recently conducted on Fort Meade its first exercise in collaboration with cyber subject-matter experts from across the National Security Agency, National Guard, Department of Homeland Security and FBI.

Aug 14, 2012

Aug 14, 2012

Aug 10, 2012

Through opportunities for professional development and education, the Army will shape the future civilian workforce, ensuring adaptive leaders with diverse experiences, who are able to solve complex problems -- an effort comparable to the development of Soldiers throughout their careers. Retaining and managing talent is a top priority for Army leaders, particularly during downsizing.

Aug 9, 2012

Maj. Gen. Jennifer L. Napper passed the reins of the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command to Maj. Gen. Alan R. Lynn in a ceremony Aug. 9 here at Brown Parade Field.

Aug 9, 2012

Army Cyber Command is working to identify what leaders need to know with regard to cyber threats to protect the force and maintain the freedom to operate and increase cyber awareness among senior leaders.

Aug 7, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany (Aug. 1, 2012) -- 5th Signal Command's senior maintenance noncommissioned officer and Veterans of Foreign Wars Department Commander in Europe has achieved the most prestigious honor given by the VFW.

Aug 1, 2012

Col. Mark Baxter replaced Col. Aaron Webster as commander of the 21st Signal Brigade during a change of command ceremony here recently (July 13).

Jul 31, 2012

Jul 30, 2012

If your confidence and decision-making skills behind the handlebars are generated from experiences while riding, when do you actually become an "experienced" motorcycle rider? To determine that answer, ask yourself certain questions. For example, how much have you ridden and on what types of motorcycles? Or, are you simply an experienced owner; someone who has had a bike for a long time but only spends a limited time riding?

Jul 30, 2012

How do we teach our young Soldiers to "Do it right ... the first time?" Doing things right the first time is a philosophy, a mentality and a performance standard. Too many people today want to cut corners, get out of work and overlook the little things. In the world of Army aviation, this philosophy costs time, money, resources and, most importantly, lives. Taking your time and doing the job right the first time will not only improve and build a much needed trust between the maintainers and users, but also increase morale, productivity and trust across any organization.

Jul 30, 2012

While I've always worn my seat belt, it wasn't until last year that I personally understood why it was important.

Jul 26, 2012

Remember: Be Vigilant! Wear your personal protective equipment.

Jul 24, 2012

Brig. Gen. LaWarren V. Patterson relinquished command of 7th Signal Command (Theater), to Col. John Hildebrand during a ceremony here today.

Jul 23, 2012

MOKULEIA, Hawaii -- "I've gotta do this again!" Spc. Travis Anderson exclaimed as his parachute drifted to the ground behind him, excited eyes confirming his words were true and that he has a shot at earning his wings in airborne school. Anderson, an intelligence analyst assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 311th Signal Command (Theater), raised his right hand and reenlisted in the Army for six years at Dillingham Airfield, July 16. Anderson, his wife Sara and four other Soldiers celebrated his decision by skydiving tandem with a local skydiving company.

Jul 17, 2012

FORT HUACHUCA, Ariz. (NETCOM) -- The U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command will hold a change of command ceremony at 8 a.m., Aug. 9, at Brown Parade Field. Maj. Gen. Jennifer L. Napper will relinquish command to Maj. Gen. Alan R. Lynn.

Jul 13, 2012

The Army's 75th Ranger Regiment is already reaping the benefits of advanced encryption tools for their Rifleman Radios in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, as a direct result of successful participation in the Network Integration Evaluation 12.1.

Jul 12, 2012

U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center data show the third quarter of fiscal year 2012 has been the deadliest yet this year regarding accidents, with 42 Soldiers lost between April 1 and June 30.

Jul 10, 2012

FORT HUACHCUA, Ariz. - As the oversized Mountain View charter bus pulled up to Fort Huachuca's Murr Community Center, a line of high-ranking leaders from the 11th Tactical Theater Signal Brigade and 40th Expeditionary Signal Battalion lined the side of the sidewalk to the building. Every member of the leadership group present that day awaited the opening of the bus doors which would reveal the cargo onboard.

Jul 10, 2012

FORT BRAGG, N.C. (June 10, 2012) -- Nine Non-Commissioned Officers and nine Soldiers representing commands from across the Army are competing in the 2012 U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) NCO and Soldier Best Warrior Competition, here, July 7-13.

Jul 3, 2012

The U.S. military needs to concentrate on developing a robust defense system against cyber attacks from foreign adversaries, U.S. Rep. C.A. "Dutch" Ruppersberger said to a senior U.S. Army leader July 2.

Jun 29, 2012

Members of the Network Enterprise Technology Command bid farewell to Brig. Gen Frederick A. Henry, deputy commanding general, in a Retreat ceremony June 28, in front of Greely Hall on Fort Huachuca.

Jun 28, 2012

The process Soldiers use to get their required motorcycling and driving training will change with the coming of the new fiscal year. Since 2007, Soldiers have used AIRS, or the Army IMCOM Registration System, to sign up for the driving and motorcycle riding training provided under the Army Traffic Safety Training Program. Performed under contract for the Army's Installation Management Command, AIRS allowed Soldiers to self-register by going to an online site, search for the training they wanted and then apply for it. The system allowed safety offices to plan riding and driving training, recognizing the needs of Soldiers at installations worldwide. However, when the contract supporting AIRS ends, or Oct. 1, 2012, the Army has to find another way to ensure Soldiers get the needed training. And the Army didn't have to look far for an effective solution that included the Soldiers' leadership into the process.

Jun 27, 2012

Engineers from U.S. Army CERDEC and ERDC received the Outstanding Collaborative Research and Development Achievement Award for their work to automate route planning capabilities for the Command Post of the Future, or CPOF, system. The result of the teams' effort will provide lessons learned for production runs of the capability in the program of record.

Jun 15, 2012

Maj. Gen. Jennifer L. Napper was chosen for reassignment as director of Plans and Policy/J-5, U.S. Cyber Command, Fort Meade, Md.

Jun 15, 2012

Representing five different Signal commands across the globe, five Soldiers and five noncommissioned officers competed for the chance to be the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command 2012 NCO of the Year and Soldier of the Year.

Jun 14, 2012

For the first time, the Army will automatically execute pay actions in response to approved personnel information changes, such as a change in grade or dependents via future system.

Jun 14, 2012

FORT DRUM, N.Y. -- For the second time in three years, the Network Enterprise Center at Fort Drum has been named Best Large NEC in 7th Signal Command, an accomplishment that recognizes the center's expertise in operating, maintaining and defending the post's digital networks.

Jun 14, 2012

Actions online can result in professional and legal consequences offline. While the military permits service members to use social media, their participation is not without limitations.

Jun 11, 2012

The process Soldiers use to get their required motorcycling and driving training will change with the coming of the new fiscal year. Since 2007, Soldiers have used the AIRS, or the Army IMCOM Registration System, to sign up for the driving and motorcycle riding provided under the Army Traffic Safety Training Program. Performed under contract for the Army's Installation Management Command, AIRS allowed Soldiers to self-register by going to an online site, search for the training they wanted and then apply for it.

Jun 8, 2012

June isn't just National Safety Month -- it's also the beginning of summer and the season of road trips and vacations, and we all have a responsibility to ensure those journeys don't end with a one-way ticket to tragedy.

May 31, 2012

Asia and Pacific Signal non-commissioned officers and Soldiers, both Active Duty and Reserve, convened in Hawaii for four grueling days of tough challenges at the 2012 "Best of the Best" 311th Signal Command (Theater) Best Warrior Competition. Since the 311th is a multi-component unit, winners go on to the Network Enterprise Technology Command/9th Signal Command Army, USARPAC and Army Reserve Competition.

May 24, 2012

June is National Safety Month, and senior Army Leaders are asking Soldiers at all levels to use this opportunity to reaffirm their commitment to safety.

May 22, 2012

U.S. Army CERDEC hosted a coalition interoperability experiment May 10-18, 2012, at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., to identify performance shortfalls and to evaluate future network architectures that will better enable interoperability for coalition ground forces brigade and below, prevent fratricide and extend continuity of operations.

May 21, 2012

Memorial Day is among the most revered of holidays in our Army. We remember those who have fallen before us, and during this era of persistent conflict, honor the memory of those now absent from our formations. Thank you for your continued service, which ensures their sacrifices will never be forgotten.

May 18, 2012

Two 21st Signal Brigade Soldiers earned recognition for their selection as the 7th Signal Command (Theater) Non-Commissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year during a ceremony at the Third Annual 7th Signal Command (Theater) Ball at Fort Gordon, Ga., recently.

May 10, 2012

The U.S. Senate recently confirmed the selection of Brig, Gen. LaWarren V. Patterson, commanding general, 7th Signal Command (Theater), headquartered at Fort Gordon, Ga., for promotion to major general.

May 10, 2012

The guidon of Delta Company, 781st Military Intelligence Battalion, 780th MI Brigade, was unfurled for the first time during an activation ceremony on April 23 at the Fort Meade Museum.

May 2, 2012

Last October, one of my closest friends, Cynthia, was involved in a fatal accident while touring California on her motorcycle. She was accompanied by her husband and my good friend, Tim.

Apr 25, 2012

Civilian Aides to the Secretary of the Army from numerous states attend the 2012 annual CASA conference located in Tucson, Ariz.

Apr 18, 2012

This May, our Army will observe Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's national campaign to keep riders safe on our nation's highways. The increasing number of registered motorcycles on Army installations shows more and more Soldiers are discovering the freedom and excitement of riding. This hobby comes with significant risks, however, and all Soldiers should be aware the most dangerous hazard they encounter on the road could be themselves.

Apr 12, 2012

Secretary of the Army John McHugh visits U.S. Army Cyber Command headquarters at Fort Belvoir, Va., April 2, 2012, to gain situational awareness and ensure the Army is correctly prioritizing, balancing and integrating resources to support the cyber mission.

Apr 10, 2012

Fort A.P. Hill is expanding its outreach to the Warriors it trains, employees who support them and the public with just a click of its new smart device and mobile application.

Apr 10, 2012

Network modernization is an Army priority. The U.S. Army will assess capabilities and emerging C4ISR technologies as part of its efforts to shape the future network when its annual integrated capabilities event begins at Fort Dix, N.J., April 16. The work will support initiatives to provide actionable intelligence at the squad level and improved situational awareness to dismounted Soldiers. The event, which provides an opportunity for stakeholders from across the DoD to integrate and exercise future force capabilities, will also inform efforts to accelerate and recapitalize C4ISR technologies into the current force, thus supporting the Agile acquisition process.

Apr 2, 2012

The Army has been working to position Regional Hub Nodes in five separate strategic regions, providing tactical users with secure, reliable connectivity worldwide.

Apr 2, 2012

Looking for something new to do with your summer? Try working for U.S. Army Network Technology Command. NETCOM is currently accepting applications from high school and college students for its summer hire program through April 6. The summer hire program is a 10-week paid internship that allows participants to work in such areas as clerical, information technology, automation, human resources, and budgeting, according to Isabel Bayardo, a NETCOM human resources specialist.

Mar 30, 2012

Fort Rucker, Ala. (April 1, 2012) -- The U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center commences it's official Spring and Summer safety campaign and encourages all Soldiers, Family Members and Department of the Army Civilians to remain prepared for the fun and hazards associated with warmer weather.

Mar 28, 2012

Outdoor activities are one way to enjoy the warm weather of spring and summer, but Soldiers and Family members should be mindful that high temperatures pose a significant risk for heat injury.

Mar 28, 2012

Summer is coming and with it the kind of weather that draws riders to the road. If you're a dedicated rider or thinking about taking up the sport, the Army can help you ride safely.

Mar 28, 2012

A number of Soldiers have been killed or seriously injured in pedestrian-related accidents during recent years, and one goal of this year's Army Safe Spring/Summer campaign is to heighten awareness of unsafe behaviors and the hazards of distracted walking.

Mar 28, 2012

Just because you made it safely through the day at work doesn't mean you can forget safety when you get home.

Mar 23, 2012

Army Software Marketplace prototype now delivers 12 mobile training applications for Soldiers to use on personal phones or tablets.

Mar 23, 2012

Service members and veterans whose military service was involuntarily extended under the "Stop Loss" program between the 9/11 terrorist attacks and Sept. 30, 2009, are eligible for special retroactive pay, and they now have more time to apply for it.

Mar 22, 2012

WEST POINT, N.Y. (March 22, 2012) -- One of West Point's oldest research centers was re-designated Monday as the Cyber Research Center, coinciding with a promotion ceremony for its director. Formerly the Information Technology and Operations Center, the newly-recognized Cyber Research Center and Col. Gregory Conti were recognized in a ceremony at Herbert Hall with about 60 guests in attendance. As the CRC director and associate professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Conti said this is the era of the cyber warrior and it reflects the country's current needs.

Mar 22, 2012

After three days and nights of competing, two Fort Meade service members came out on top in the 21st Signal Brigade's NCO and Soldier of the Year competition.

Mar 22, 2012

Voting is an important right that affords every American the opportunity to have a personal voice in shaping our country's future. In our political process, every vote counts, and one vote can make a world of difference.

Mar 22, 2012

A new policy established by Army acquisition officials for the procurement and deployment of all communications security (COMSEC) technologies will help ensure that critical information does not fall into the wrong hands.

Mar 22, 2012

It's not enough to simply treat post-traumatic stress disorder any longer. The Army recognizes the importance of preventing it from happening in the first place.

Mar 20, 2012

This week the Army resumed migrations to DOD Enterprise Email. On Dec. 31, 2011, the Army had stopped migrations to address requirements from Congress in the FY12 National Defense Authorization Act.

Mar 15, 2012

The U.S. Army recognized Camp Humphreys, South Korea, with a first place award in the 2011 Maj. Gen. Keith L. Ware Public Affairs Competition for "Outstanding Initiatives in New Media."

Mar 9, 2012

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. -- Joint Base Lewis-McChord leadership held a town hall meeting March 1 and Col. Thomas Brittain, the installation's commander, was glad the community stayed home.

Mar 8, 2012

CAMP ARIFJAN, Kuwait -- Command Sgt. Maj. Gerald L. Tyce, senior enlisted advisor, 160th Signal Brigade and native of Charleston, S.C., transferred responsibility to Command Sgt. Maj. Arthur T. Swingler, native of Chambersburg, Pa., in a Change of Responsibility Ceremony Mar. 5.

Mar 8, 2012

While Warfighter Information Network-Tactical (WIN-T) Increment 2, the Army's newest generation of its tactical communications network backbone, undergoes its operational test this spring, an upgraded version of its earlier counterpart, WIN-T Increment 1b, will also participate in the test to ensure seamless connectivity and interoperability.

Mar 2, 2012

New terminals enable the 403rd Army Field Support Brigade to use NIPR and SIPR communications in a tactical environment.

Feb 29, 2012

If you don't have a Motorcycle Mentorship Program supported by senior Leaders, then maybe you don't have one at all.

Feb 29, 2012

With summer approaching and temperatures rising, there is a natural tendency to worry about heat injuries. But another equal concern is the increase in musculoskeletal injuries due to more vigorous outdoor summer activities. Winter conditioning does not necessarily translate to being conditioned for your summer activities. This creates the need to physically train the body for warm-weather activities.

Feb 29, 2012

I was the incoming battalion commander and it had been a wonderful couple of days familiarizing myself with what appeared to be a great unit. After reviewing the brigade commander's Officer Evaluation Report support form in preparation for my initial counseling, I noted the usual comments about meeting or exceeding standards for the commander's unit status report, individual weapons qualification, Army physical fitness test and the unit's successful external evaluation. However, what I hadn't seen before was an objective to "implement and maintain an effective unit safety program supporting unit readiness and combat capability."

Feb 22, 2012

The Army expects to resume migrations to Department of Defense Enterprise Email by Mar. 17, 2012.

Feb 22, 2012

In a ceremony held in the Greely Hall Auditorium today, the Network Enterprise Technology Command revealed their 2011 Civilian of the Year.

Feb 16, 2012

The 2012 Winter Army Senior Safety Symposium was held Feb. 14-16, 2012, at Fort Rucker, Ala., with 65 of the Army's senior safety Leaders in attendance to assess current Army Safety Program efforts and chart a path forward to ensure continued success of the program.

Feb 10, 2012

Their stories may be as varied as their careers and places they lived; however, African-American women have shared a common bond throughout history. The myriad of careers held and experiences dealing with their race and gender are woven into their life stories.

Feb 10, 2012

Army Command, Army Service Component Commands and Direct Reporting Units will establish brigade-level reenlistment objectives and as in the past, commanders will be directed to retain a percentage of the eligible population. In March 2012 the reenlistment window opens for Soldiers whose enlistments end in fiscal year 2013.

Feb 8, 2012

Members of Team C4ISR showed promise becoming a reality to Lt. Gen. Susan S. Lawrence, the Army's chief information officer/G6, Jan. 30, 2012, during her visit to the C4ISR Center of Excellence.

Feb 7, 2012

A platoon from 261st Signal Company, 15th Special Troops Battalion, 15th Sustainment Brigade willingly volunteers their time to help those less fortunate than themselves. The Soldiers who volunteer from 261st spend every Tuesday volunteering at the West Texas Food Bank.

Feb 6, 2012

African American/Black History Month: Black Women in American History and Culture -- tri-signed letter

Feb 6, 2012

African-American/Black History Month is a time to reflect on the contributions that African-Americans have made to the nation's society and to the rest of the world. The 2012 theme is Black Women in American Culture and History.

Feb 6, 2012

Secretary of the Army John McHugh swears in the Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III during a ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Jan. 31, 2012.

Feb 6, 2012

Soldiers of the 841st Engineer Battalion's headquarters and forward support companies lead by (L-R) 1st Lt. Santos Ortiz and 1st Sgt. Stephon McAffee, headquarters company, Capt. Geoffery Givens and 1st Sgt. Corey Thompson, Forward Support Company. Seated, (L-R) Florida Governor Rick Scott, 841st Engineer Battalion commander Lt. Col. William Schaper, 926th Engineer Brigade commander Col. Lew Irwin and Miami Dade College president Dr. Jose A. Vicente during a departure ceremony at Miami Dade College, Feb. 4, 2012. The two companies will deploy to Afghanistan as part of Task Force Hurricane to provide command and control of combat and construction missions. The task force will also collaborate with the Afghan National Army in Regional Command North to improve security, development, and governance of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Phillip Eugene, 412th TEC Public Affairs)

Feb 3, 2012

Feb 1, 2012

Facing an environment of emerging fiscal constraints, the Army is using its Network Integration Evaluation efforts, part of the Agile Acquisition Process, to force a shift from Research, Developmental, Technical and Engineering efforts to the procurement of mature network capability that will be fielded starting in 2013.

Jan 31, 2012

While stationed in the southwest as an explosive ordnance disposal specialist, one of our unit's missions was to clear Air Force aerial bombing and gunnery ranges of unexploded and "practice" ordnance. Practice ordnance, while sounding innocuous, contains explosive charges to produce a white marking smoke and can, depending on the particular round, have explosive charges that are equivalent to 5 pounds or more of high explosives.

Jan 31, 2012

Motorcycling is a lifelong learning process. Far too often riders think after a few years and a few thousand miles that they know it all. That concept can be fatal.

Jan 31, 2012

Jan. 31, the U.S. Army Human Resources Command launched a new website, www.hrc.army.mil, designed to increase Soldier awareness of and interest in HRC programs, policies and initiatives.

Jan 20, 2012

Officials at the Human Resources Command want to ensure that the entire Army family understands the importance of voting, and want to make it as easy as possible.

Jan 19, 2012

The phenomenon known as social media is utilized by many different businesses, organizations and individuals.

Jan 6, 2012

Armed with the ability to recreate a battlefield network environment in its multiple integrated testing facilities here, the Army is providing advanced technologies to the field faster and with greater efficiency.

Jan 4, 2012

The Fort Jackson community lost a very important person when Jeremiah Jeffcoat died unexpectedly shortly before Christmas.

Jan 3, 2012

Choose the best Army image of 2011 by "liking" your favorite photo.

Dec 19, 2011

There is another war in Afghanistan. A war that has no armor or aircraft yet expands well beyond the boundaries of every nation known to man, the vast landscape of the digital realm.

Dec 19, 2011

A recent member of 5th Signal Command was recognized by the Pentagon yesterday as one of the winners of this year's Department of Defense Chief Information Officer Awards.

Dec 16, 2011

Before more than 500 information technology business representatives, the Army's chief information officer said Wednesday the service plans to consolidate data centers and close at least 185 by fiscal year 2014.

Dec 9, 2011

The U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command activated the 780th Military Intelligence Brigade to support U.S. and Army Cyber Commands with their missions to provide a proactive cyber defense, Dec. 1, 2011, at Fort Meade, Md.

Dec 9, 2011

Family members and loved ones received an early Christmas present Dec. 8 when approximately 150 Soldiers with the 44th Expeditionary Signal Battalion returned here from Afghanistan earlier than anticipated.

Dec 9, 2011

WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD, Hawaii -- U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii hosted its second social media-based town hall, Nov. 30, to address community concerns in a format community members are familiar with: Facebook.

Dec 8, 2011

Representatives of garrison and partner commands on Fort Meade participated in the installation's first cyber-training table top exercise on Friday at McGill Training Center.

Dec 6, 2011

Accounting for and taking care of the Army Family is the primary purpose of the Army Disaster Personnel Accountability and Assessment System (ADPAAS).

Dec 2, 2011

The first general officer of the Army's Information Systems Management functional area was pinned in a promotion ceremony here Nov. 18.