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With the final shipment of steel delivered, contractors began erecting the remaining pieces on the Route 36 flyover bridge in early December 2008 and are on schedule for a May 2010 completion date.

May 25, 2009

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Col. Michael T. McBride, OC&S deputy commander and chief of staff, and Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Bray of the 16th Ordnance Battalion retire during units retreat ceremony.

May 25, 2009

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In his annual Memorial Day message to servicemembers worldwide, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates urges the nation's men and women in uniform to observe a moment of silence on the holiday to honor their fallen comrades.

May 25, 2009

Before 970 cadets took the oath of office or "covers" were tossed high overhead, graduating West Point cadets heard some praise and sage advice from their future boss.

May 23, 2009

Nine local Iraqi Police stations of the Tikrit district received validation establishing independence from the 342nd Military Police Company, who was responsible for advising the IPs on the security of the district.

May 23, 2009

Battle staff in Kuwait emerges during Year of the NCO.

May 22, 2009

ChicagoAca,!a,,cs oldest and largest running Cinco De Mayo Parade and Festival in the Midwest, celebrated it's 26-Year anniversary by inviting U.S. Army Soldiers to participate as Co-Grand Marshalls, on Sunday, 03 May, 2009. The Casa Puebla Chamber of Commerce President, Mr. Hector Escobar Jr., took the Soldiers under his wings and invited them to participate in the activities with the rest of the VIPs.

May 22, 2009

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii -- Students from Fort Shafter Elementary School, here, participated in their annual May Day celebration, May 15. Check out more photos on U.S. Army Garrison-HawaiiAca,!a,,cs Flickr site at http://www.flickr.com/photos/usag-hi/sets/.

May 22, 2009

MANOA, Hawaii - The University of Hawaii (UH) conducted a commissioning ceremony for 25 graduates of the UH-Manoa, Army ROTC program, May 17, at the Kennedy Theater on the campus, here.

May 22, 2009

WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD, Hawaii - In an effort to further improve the quality of life in our communities, Col. Matthew Margotta, commander, U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii (USAG-HI), chaired a meeting with garrison leaders May 12.

May 22, 2009

WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD, Hawaii - The Army Hawaii community logged two motorcycle incidents during the past week - one ended in a fatality.

May 22, 2009

The U.S. Army participates in the 2009 'Chicago Moves Day' put on by Mayor Richard Daley's "Chicago Fitness Council." The event was to promote physical fitness and get all Chicagoland residents to work out on the same day, at the same time and promote a healthy lifestyle. The two hour event was held on Friday, 15 May, 2009 on Daley Plaza. The Chicago Fire and Police Departments were also present, as well as the USMC and many other physical fitness organizations.

May 22, 2009

WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD, Hawaii - Standing outside her classroom following another nerve-wracking yet successful Student Showcase Night at Wheeler Middle School, art instructor Jennifer Wada-Goode finally had a chance to relax.

May 22, 2009

FORT DERUSSY, Hawaii - Mike Maranto blew in from the Windy City last week and found the perfect spot to chill in Waikiki, at the U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii, site of the 10th Annual Living History Day, May 16.

May 22, 2009

Family members and supporters of Illinois National Guard Soldiers participated in a live webcast with senior leadership, to discuss their loved ones deployed to Afghanistan. Sponsored by We Do Care, and Hosted by U.S. Cellular Corporation, "Connecting Communities in Frontline Conversations: Live from Kabul, Afghanistan," is the second in a series of webcast conversations. The webcast at U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Chicago White Sox, also gave the family members a chance to interact with community leaders and address concerns. On hand to support were: 11th Ward Alderman, James Balcer; CASA John Scully and his wife, Judy; USO of Illinois; Ms. Lisa Moeller, Executive Director, Tawani Foundation and the U.S. Army 'Soldier of the Year,' Sgt. David Obray, as well as Rear Detachment Commander, Colonel Haerr, ILARNG.

May 22, 2009

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii - The 10th Annual Lantern Floating Hawaii Ceremony will take place May 25 and invites people of all cultures and religious backgrounds to come together to cast afloat more than 2,000 candlelit lanterns as a way of peacefully remembering loved ones who have passed.

May 22, 2009

All across the country, high school and college students are celebrating the end of a long four year journey with commencement. The same was celebrated at the Rock Island Arsenal Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center when 11 people graduated from the Machinist Apprenticeship Program Friday. The Apprentice Program at Rock Island Arsenal can trace its roots to just before World War I. The first class graduated in 1910. Today, the program is partnered with Black Hawk College, a partnership that has helped the program expand and improve.

May 22, 2009

The Army is hosting a Pentagon Tri-Service Safety and Health Fair on 19 June, from 0900 Aca,!" 1400 in the Pentagon Center Courtyard.

May 22, 2009

Miss Missouri 2008, Lacey Fitzgerald, joined Soldiers for drown-proofing training at Davidson Fitness Center, Tuesday. Fitzgerald's visit was part of Summer Safety Days, a two-week period set aside by the Maneuver Support Center and Fort Leonard Wood to prepare everyone for the safety and health concerns associated with summer.

May 22, 2009

Col. John Megnia relinquished command of the Fort Leonard Wood garrison to Col. Charles Williams in Lincoln Hall auditorium, Tuesday. "A garrison commander is a ... one man band," said Russell Hall, Installation Management Command-Northeast region director. "He orchestrates a great fleet of individuals and a great team of professionals."

May 22, 2009

Reynolds Army Community Hospital starts a new prenatal program

May 22, 2009

The third annual Military Working Dog Warrior Police Competition was held at Fort Leonard Wood, May 11-15, putting more than 40 teams through the ultimate test to find out who could be "top dog." After nearly a week of competition and 12 different events, Staff Sgt. James Cooey, 42nd Military Police Detachment, Fort Bragg, N.C., and his dog, Randy took "Top Dog" honors.

May 22, 2009

2,000 community members celebrated Armed Forces Day on the Detroit Arsenal, MI, sharing a fun-filled day.

May 22, 2009

Nearly 3, 000 Soldiers marched in what some call the biggest armed forces day parade in the country.

May 22, 2009

The Maneuver Support Center and Fort Leonard Wood held their Safety and Health Fair - as part of Summer Safety Days - at Nutter Field House, to warn the public about potential hazards and educate them in regard to health concerns, Monday.

May 22, 2009

As thousands of troops arrive in Afghanistan, the Obama administration expressed concern over having enough civilian experts to fill an increasing shortage in support roles.

May 22, 2009

A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Detroit Arsenal, MI, to celebrate three construction projects. Picture Caption: MG Scott G. West, Commander, TACOM LCMC, stands guard as Ms. Brenda Lee McCullough, Garrison Manager, CSM Otis Cuffee, Command Sergeant Major, TACOM LCMC, and others symbolically break ground for new construction on the Arsenal.

May 22, 2009

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - Picatinny opened its hearts and gates to honor the nation's service members during an Armed Forces Day open house that drew thousands of guests from surrounding communities here May 9.

May 22, 2009

May 22, 2009

2009 EOD of the Year Competition

May 22, 2009

Improvements, initiative and teamwork help Tobyhanna personnel return AN/TRC-190 systems to Soldiers more efficiently.

May 22, 2009

More than 100 federal employees were recognized for their service on Tuesday at the Federal Executive Awards luncheon held at Rock Island Arsenal's Heritage Hall.

May 22, 2009

FORT BLISS, Texas - The U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy graduated 614 senior noncommissioned officers from Sergeants Major Course at the Centennial Club on Fort Bliss, May 21.

May 22, 2009

Army families attending a recent Soldier Show at Fort Belvoir, Va., were greeted by a unique group of Soldiers from the Army's Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Program.

May 22, 2009

CAMP VICTORY, Iraq - Cheers, applause and pride filled the room as 79 servicemembers moved their tassels from left to right after graduating from college at Camp Victory, Baghdad, May 17.

May 22, 2009

Dozens of Tobyhanna employees were recognized at the annual Volunteer Appreciation and Awards Luncheon held at The Landing on April 30.

May 22, 2009

Military officers from several services, including a lieutenant colonel from the Netherlands, visited Fort Hood this week as part of the Tri-Services Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) Fellowship program. They were at the Robertson Blood Center for two days of orientation and study at what is currently the military's largest blood testing facility.

May 22, 2009

The second Thunder Over Augusta military appreciation event was bigger than the first event.

May 22, 2009

Soldiers from Fort Gordon in the Intermediate-Level Education program spend their free time volunteering at a local food bank.

May 22, 2009

The unit tasked with the mission of defending the United States against ballistic missile attack - the only unit of its type in the nation - gained a new commander May 15 when Col. Gregory S. Bowen assumed command in a ceremony held here.

May 22, 2009

Signal Soldiers compete for Best Warrior title.

May 22, 2009

May 22, 2009

Wounded service member care draws high level visitors' attention.

May 22, 2009

The Fort Benning Junior Rifle Club took first place in the precision class team competition at the U.S. Army Junior Open Air Rifle Championship Friday and Saturday at Pool International Shooting Complex. The Fort Benning club received a trophy, medals and bragging rights as the best precision team competing against 20 teams from across the nation. Fort Benning's Andrea Vautrin, a 17-year-old junior at Chattahoochee County High School, took second place in the precision class.

May 22, 2009

May 22, 2009

Wounded female Soldiers enjoy tasty treats from home during stay at Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

May 22, 2009

More than two dozen facilities on Fort Benning will get needed facelifts from millions in federal stimulus dollars pumped through the Defense Department, a Directorate of Public Works official said.

May 22, 2009

Harris, a fourth-grader at Stowers Elementary School, won second place in the Army category of the Armed Services YMCA annual art contest. The contest is open to children of military families in first through 12th grades and receives thousands of entries each year.

May 22, 2009

Military Intelligence detachment Soldiers move through urban warfare scenarios to develop complete warrior skills.

May 22, 2009

When basic trainees arrived at a Sand Hill obstacle course Saturday, they were greeted with a surprise - 41 Miss Georgia pageant contestants.

May 22, 2009

The sting of a paintball doesn't intimidate SPC Jason Scott. "Paintball is a sport for those who love an adrenaline rush - you get bumps and bruises, but it's worth it," said Scott, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Infantry Regiment. "You go out and hunt other players knowing they are just as sneaky as you are."

May 22, 2009

May 22, 2009

A team from Company C, 277th Aviation Battalion's network extension platoon took the prize for "most creative" in the Exchange New Car Sales first ever Soap Box Derby May 8 with their raven-themed entry.

May 22, 2009

A few weeks after the closure of Bernheim Dental Clinic, the staff of Love Dental Clinic continues to adjust to the influx of Soldiers coming through its doors. "There are challenges for Soldiers getting an exam in a timely manner," said COL Mark McDonald, commander of Fort Benning's DENTAC.

May 22, 2009

May 22, 2009

The Imax Theatre at Patriot Park beckons moviegoers to immerse themselves in the larger-than-life action of Hollywood hits this summer. The Dark Knight will run a final weekend at Imax before the theater kicks off a summer filled with big-name movies such as Monsters vs. Aliens in 3D, Star Trek, Night at the Museum 2 and Transformers 2.

May 22, 2009

Garrison officials don't anticipate fallout from the upcoming change at Access Control Point 1 on Lumpkin Road, but they'll continue monitoring traffic flow and adjust as needed. Starting June 1, the gate will be open from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday. It will remain closed on weekends and holidays.

May 22, 2009

May 22, 2009

At the recent Spring awards ceremony conducted at the University of Florida in Gainesville (Home of the Gator Nation), Dr. Mark L. Swinson, Chief Scientist for the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command, received the "Outstanding Alumnus Award - 2009 - Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering."

May 22, 2009

Memorial Day is more than just a Monday where we get to take the day off from work each May. It is a day dedicated to the memories of the men and women who died in military service.

May 22, 2009

PISA, Italy -- Suzanne Sperl, Art and Video production teacher at the U.S Army Garrison Livorno Unit School was named as Department of Defense Dependents Schools Mediterranean district Teacher of the Year during an award ceremony May 21 at the school.

May 22, 2009

The example the U.S. military sets can inspire people around the world, Vice President Joe Biden told servicemembers at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, Thursday.

May 22, 2009

The Combat Medic Advanced Skills Training center at the Joint Multinational Training Center, in Vilseck, Germany, provides some of the most realistic medic training in the world. The training prepares Soldiers for treating casualties in combat.

Oct 14, 2011

Fort Benning and the U.S. Army Infantry Center swapped out its top enlisted Soldiers on Monday. CSM Earl Rice took over the position from CSM Joe Ulibarri during a change-of-responsibility ceremony at the Benning Conference Center. Ulibarri retired Tuesday after 27 years on active duty.

May 21, 2009

Tackling a series of challenging training scenarios May 16 - 19, Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams competed for the title of top U.S. Army EOD team on the Korean peninsula.

May 21, 2009

<b>What is it' </b> Austere Challenge is an annual joint exercise that enables U.S. European Command (USEUCOM) service components to plan and execute full spectrum operations (FSO) as a Joint Task Force Headquarters (JTF HQ). During Austere Challenge '09 (AC09), USAREUR/7A was assigned the role as the JTF HQ, demonstrating its capabilities to rapidly organize and execute missions in the context of a realistic crisis scenario.

May 21, 2009

Chaplain's Corner is a weekly column in the Pentagram managed by Installation Chaplain (LTC) Barry White, whereby multiple chaplains in the National Capital Region provide their commentary on life in the military.

May 21, 2009

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May 21, 2009

Every Memorial Day since 1948, Soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) have made their way through Fort Myer's Selfridge Gate, rucksacks filled with American flags.

May 21, 2009

Five Soldiers recently returned home from a deployment that marked a first for the Army.

May 21, 2009

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May 21, 2009

BAGHDAD - Medics from Company C, 115th Brigade Support Battalion, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division recently moved the Joint Security Station War Eagle Battalion Aid Station to a larger location capable of treating more soldiers.

May 21, 2009

May 21, 2009

BAGHDAD- Metalworkers have long been associated with Cavalry troops. In the days of mounted horse cavalry, farriers were always on hand at encampments to keep the horses shod. Blacksmiths were also necessary for making the shoes and repairing other iron and steel implements.

May 21, 2009

May 21, 2009

Photos and story related to inaugural Motorcycle Mentorship Ride May 21, at Fort Riley and the 1st Infantry Division.

May 21, 2009

Photograph of Private Marlene Gissendander, Specialist Charles Russel, and Private First Class Charlie Wilson of the 15th Military Intelligence Battalion at Fort Hood as they wait to donate blood. A scheduled blood drive was moved from their battalion classroom to the Robertson Blood Center after heat shut down the mobile blood drive.

May 21, 2009

Photograph of Maybelline Smith, Quality Assurance Officer with Robertson Blood Center at Fort Hood, being presented a certificate of appreciation for five years of service to the center by Colonel Ronny Fryar. Prior to her service as a Department of the Army Civilian she served as an enlisted Medical Technologist at Fort Polk, Louisiana.

May 21, 2009

Photograph of SSG Michael Whitely from the Robertson Blood Center as he sets up the registration table for an Armed Services Blood Drive at the III Corps Headquarters at Fort Hood, Texas.

May 21, 2009

A military custom older than the United States itself is carried out each Wednesday evening through July 1 at the site of the old Washington Barracks, now Fort Lesley J. McNair, in Washington, D.C.

May 21, 2009

Our expeditionary Army does not take its equipment from garrison to training to battle and back again... Army Sustainment Command is ensuring property on the move stays on the books...

May 21, 2009

Program Executive Office Soldier at Fort Belvoir, Va., serves as the organization responsible for virtually everything a Soldier wears or carries opened its doors recently to give the media a look at some new gear in development that will lighten a Soldier's load while improvimg survivability, lethality and comfort.

May 21, 2009

Three skilled machinists, working in a purpose-built Mobile Parts Hospital, fabricated more than 11,000 critical replacement parts last year. The MPH here is located in the shadow of huge relocatable maintenance structures, known as Sprungs, adjacent to the 1st Battalion, 402nd Army Field Support Brigade headquarters area. The Balad MPH is one of only three serving the Army since 2003.

May 21, 2009

Training article about the specialized training law enforcement officers received in counter-terrorism tactics as they apply to "tubular targets."

May 21, 2009

Mission of new Air Force unit explained to Fort Knox readers

May 21, 2009

A new Department of Defense campaign aims to minimize, if not eliminate the stigma attached to seeking mental- health assistance.