Oct 11, 2012

FORT LEE, Va. (Oct. 11, 2012) -- Less than two months after Fort Lee children spent the afternoon designing their dream playground, a partnership between Fort Lee, KaBOOM! and Dr Pepper Snapple Group helped make that park a reality Saturday in Monroe Manor.

Oct 11, 2012

FORT SILL, Okla.-- A group of 50 leaders from across Oklahoma visited Fort Sill Oct. 4-6. This group was made up of people who know what it takes to run a business, make the decisions to stay afloat during tough economic times and know how to manage employees. What they learned was what it takes to be a Soldier.

Oct 11, 2012

Through hours of volunteer work, Capt. William Mendelsohn and his wife, Debra, have labored to instill in their children the same kind of passion for service that led Mendelsohn to join the Army National Guard.

Aug 17, 2012

As we've become a more transient society, following school, jobs or the American dream from one part of the country to another, we've grown less rooted in the communities we live in. There might be a nod or wave to a neighbor as you glimpse each other sweeping the porch, mowing the lawn or moving from house to car for the daily commute, but for the most part, you live your lives independently of each other.

Aug 17, 2012

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - More than 8,000 fans braved threatening skies and a short rainfall to go back in time with yester-year's leaders of popular rock - Boston, Kansas and Grand Funk Railroad -- during the Army Entertainment Concert at Shine Sports Field Aug. 11.

Aug 16, 2012

Leaders from each of the services shared their perspectives on how to maintain community ties in an era of efficiencies, stewardship and renewable energy pursuits at a conference here today.

Aug 15, 2012

While standing in line to enter the post exchange on base in Logar Province, Afghanistan in 2010, Spc. Tim Hall was hit by a mortar. When he regained full consciousness in a hospital, he realized he had lost both of his legs.

Aug 14, 2012

Military District of Washington servicemembers and their Families took a Saturday off from their missions to watch the Baltimore Ravens prepare for their next mission -- the 2012-2013 National Football League season and another run at a Super Bowl championship Aug. 4.

Jun 15, 2012

Jun 14, 2012

The Army birthday week is about recognizing more than two centuries of Soldiers defending freedom, and about saying thank you to those Americans that have ceaselessly supported them in the effort.

Jun 12, 2012

A proclamation and Army Community Covenant signing at the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County officially started an activities-filled Armed Forces Celebration Week within the community that surrounds Redstone Arsenal, June 11.

Apr 16, 2012

Several hundred Vietnam-era veterans took part in the third annual Vietnam-era Veterans Welcome Home ceremony at Fort Irwin, Calif., April 4, 2012.

Apr 12, 2012

New York Army National Guardsmen and Family Members of NY Guardsmen deployed to Afghanistan Recognized in Audience

Apr 11, 2012

First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden mark the first anniversary of their "Joining Forces" initiative.

Feb 29, 2012

Representatives from the military and government signed the Wounded Warrior Employment Community Covenant, which commits federal agencies to hire wounded warriors and their family members, share resources and best practices, and hold their own events to help hire vets.

Feb 27, 2012

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - Picatinny officials, along with elected and Sussex County community leaders and the United Way of Northern New Jersey, pledged their support for local military families by signing a U.S. Army Community Covenant at a ceremony Feb. 16 at the Cannon Gates Catering and Conference Center.

Feb 23, 2012

The military has a long tradition of working with the civilian community through war and peace. Fort Belvoir and several other branches commemorated this historical bond during the Armed Forces Community Covenant signing Monday.

Jan 10, 2012

It was a brief hallway ceremony and handshakes between four men on Nov. 17. Two were in Army uniform - 95th Civil Affairs Brigade (Airborne) commander Col. Jay Wolff and Command Sgt. Maj. Thomas Wall. The other two, Robert Proulx and William Greene, wore the colorful garrison caps of Post 10630 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Proulx is the VFW Post 10630 commander, while Greene is a three-year trustee and chairs the membership committee.

Jan 9, 2012

Through National Military Services, Veterans of Foreign Wars' programs can provide support and assistance to Soldiers and their family members throughout the world.

Dec 30, 2011

Since the start of current combat operations in 2001, deployments have become all too common for many military families. While it may be easy at times to explain to adults that duty calls them away for an extended period, it can be very complicated to convey that message to children.

Dec 30, 2011

2nd graders at Lausanne Collegiate School proudly show letters and snacks they have prepared for the Soldiers of the 689th Engineer Company currently deployed to Afghanistan.

Dec 15, 2011

The Intergovernmental Cooperation Council for Milwaukee County signed a community covenant with the Milwaukee Recruiting Battalion Nov. 14, 2011.

Dec 15, 2011

For Betsy Whisenhunt and her daughter, Allison, 7, the holidays are an especially difficult time -- and have been since 2008. That's when her husband and Allison's father, Sgt. 1st Class Jerald Whisenhunt of the 25th Infantry Division, was killed in Iraq.

Dec 14, 2011

Some 720 farm-grown trees were delivered to Fort Drum Dec. 8, 2011, for distribution to Soldiers and their families as part of this year's Trees for Troops program, a national campaign.

Dec 14, 2011

More than twenty WWE Superstars and Divas went around Fort Bragg, N.C., taking pictures and signing autographs for Soldiers and families leading up to their free "Tribute to the Troops" show Dec. 11, 2011, at the Crowne Coliseum in Fayetteville, N.C.

Dec 6, 2011

The Warrior and Family Support Center on Fort Sam Houston, Texas, which was completely funded through civilian donations, offers wounded warriors and their families a place to connect and find emotional support, and to serve as a respite away from the rigors of recovery.

Nov 28, 2011

Homes for Our Troops gave retired Cpl. Jeffery Williams the keys to his brand new home, built just for him, in a key ceremony Saturday.

Nov 21, 2011

Building Homes for Heroes welcomed Sgt. Joel Tavera home to his newly built house in Tampa, Fla., Nov. 19, 2011.

Nov 18, 2011

Veterans Day weekend gave more than 50 moms-to-be at Fort Campbell a little more to be thankful for. As spouses of deployed or injured service members or Soldiers themselves, they were invited to take part in a baby shower hosted by Operation Shower. The non-profit partnered with Birdies for the Brave and Pottery Barn Kids to make the event something the moms would remember.

Nov 18, 2011

PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, Calif. - As the holiday season approaches, Thanksgiving dinners weigh on everyone's minds.On some people's minds, those thoughts are probably heavier this year than other years.

Nov 14, 2011

Service members from all branches of the military were honored at the Dallas Cowboy's stadium during their Sunday game against the Buffalo Bills.

Nov 14, 2011

Veterans from American conflicts dating back to World War II gathered Nov. 11 at the Lord Community Center on Natick Soldier Systems Center for the annual Town of Natick Veterans Appreciation Dinner.

Nov 10, 2011

CULLMAN, Ala. -- One local elementary school showed their appreciation for all those who have served and sacrificed to defend and keep America free.

Nov 8, 2011

Lt. Gen. Jack C. Stultz, commander, U.S. Army Reserve signs Community Covenant with City of Gainesville at All American Liberty Festival, Nov. 6, 2011.

Nov 8, 2011

Military, federal, state, local officials reaffirmed their committment to Fort Meade by signing the Fort Meade Community Covenant at the BWI International Airport today.

Nov 4, 2011

Gratitude is a continuum, a two-way street through which givers and receivers exchange good will.

Nov 3, 2011

More than 800 retirees from the greater Fort Hood area attended Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center's annual Military Retiree Health Fair at Thomas Moore Health Clinic, Oct. 29.

Nov 3, 2011

The Oregon National Guard reintegration team and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce are scheduled to join area partners in Oregon's first Hiring Our Heroes Career and Benefit Fairs at Clackamas Community College and Blue Mountain Community College, Nov. 19.

Nov 2, 2011

Military service is among the most noble of all American traditions

Nov 1, 2011

The Army is always trying to improve the standard of care Soldiers receive today. But with the emphasis on the new veterans returning, sometimes the veterans from previous wars are unintentionally forgotten.

Nov 1, 2011

Nine citizens stepped into the shoes of Fort A.P. Hill employees and the boots of the Warriors they train and support during the Fort A.P. Hill Citizens' Academy Pilot Program.

Oct 27, 2011

FORT LEE, Va. (Oct. 27, 2011) -- Fort Lee students arriving to Hopewell's Carter G. Woodson Middle School will have personal guides and potential friends waiting to help them adjust to their new surroundings.

Oct 21, 2011

Single Soldiers assigned to the 416th Transportation Company, 260th Quartermaster Battalion, 3rd Sustainment Brigade, Third Infantry Division's received an unexpected surprise when they arrived home from their deployment to Kuwait in support of Operation New Dawn.

Oct 21, 2011

More than 200 men and women from Fort Bragg and the local communities who provide counseling, education and other support services, gathered Oct. 13, at Snyder Memorial Baptist Church in Fayetteville for the second Forward March conference to help find ways to assist military Families during challenging times.

Oct 21, 2011

Nothing was going to keep 80-year-old Army veteran Frank "the Tank" Barella from cycling the 325 miles from Pittsburgh to Gaithersburg, Md., during the Columbus Day weekend.

Oct 21, 2011

Brig. Gen. Clarence K.K. Chinn, Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk commanding general, attended a Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce luncheon Oct. 17 in Alexandria for the signing of a community covenant between Fort Polk and Rapides Parish. Alexandria business, education and community leaders participated in the event, as well as United States Representative Rodney Alexander and mayors from Pineville, Boyce and Glenmora.

Oct 6, 2011

The Richmond Fisher House is truly a "home away from home" for families of service members and veterans receiving care at the Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Medical Center. The kitchen is the heart of the facility as family members gather to talk about their loved ones, share information on programs and grab a bite to eat in between trips to the hospital. Most days, residents of the Fisher House must either rely on their own skills in the kitchen or get meals from local restaurants. But on a recent Saturday, Advanced Culinary Course students and instructors from the Joint Center of Culinary Excellence, Quartermaster School volunteered to prepare a brunch designed to nourish their bodies and spirits.

Sep 29, 2011

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala.--Sandra Childress and Darrell Delaine have no qualms about going out of business if it means not a single veteran will spend tonight on the streets.

Sep 23, 2011

LAKE CHARLES -- Fort Polk Soldiers, as well as service members from the Air Force, Navy and Coast Guard, were lauded during Military Appreciation Day at McNeese State University's home football opener against Sioux Falls University Sept. 17.

Sep 22, 2011

Community support of the Army's wounded, ill and injured warriors

Sep 21, 2011

Ride 2 Recovery cyclists pedaled more than 500 miles during an eight-day trip from New York to the Pentagon commemorating the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

Sep 19, 2011

The Patriot Foundation held its 6th Annual Soldier Appreciation Dinner at the National Golf Club in Pinehurst, N.C., Sept. 16, 2011. The foundation provides support to the Families of Soldiers in the 82nd Airborne Division, XVIII Airborne Corps, U.S. Special Operations Command, Fort Bragg Warrior Transition Battalion and the Survivors Outreach Program.

Sep 15, 2011

FORT JACKSON, S.C. -- Service members who have deployed or traveled far from home know when they see the patriotic banner with "USO" on it, there's surely musical entertainment, food, a feel of home and appreciation nearby.

Sep 15, 2011

FORT JACKSON, S.C. -- Country artist Kellie Pickler performed Saturday during a Patriot Day concert at Hilton Field.

Sep 14, 2011

Navy Adm. Mike Mullen has billed his frequent speaking engagements around the nation as a "Conversation With the Country," and that proved especially fitting as three members of the military community spoke here today.

Sep 14, 2011

The Los Angeles Film School produced this documentary as a gift to the 63rd Regional Support Command of the U.S. Army Reserve to help raise awareness of the existence of the Yellow Ribbon Program. The Yellow Ribbon experience originated to ensure that Soldiers and their families are able to access assistance whenever they need it, whether they are pre-deployment, during deployment, or post-deployment. As our nation begins to draw down our military presence across the globe, we continue to support this program, as well as the agencies and volunteers that contribute to this experience.

Sep 12, 2011

Fort Belvoir's Army Community Service and the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation provide outstanding services to servicemembers here. But, they also have relationships with organizations off post if additional services are needed.

Sep 10, 2011

Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta pitched in alongside more than 300 military and civilian volunteers to build a new playground for children of military families at Fort Meade, Md.

Sep 7, 2011

Army Sustainment Command leaders and others from Rock Island Arsenal, Ill., regularly meet with community leaders to create and sustain a common vision.

Aug 26, 2011

Several Nevada quilters are stitched in friendship with about 80 Fort Campbell children after completing a recent craft project.

Aug 25, 2011

The fourth annual EFMP Camp was held at the Northwest Adventure Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord Lewis North Aug. 19 to 21.

Aug 24, 2011

FORT BENNING, Ga. - Eight wounded Soldiers from the Warrior Transition Battalion received an all-expenses-paid fishing trip to Lake Lanier July 29-31. Nine more will go deep-sea fishing this weekend in Destin, Fla. Both excursions are courtesy of the Georgia chapter of Safari Club International, a nonprofit organization that sponsors hunting and fishing trips for wounded warriors and retirees under the Soldiers Rebound program.

Aug 24, 2011

FORT RUCKER, Ala. -- More than 2,500 jobseekers arrived at the Enterprise civic center Aug. 17 for the eighth annual Fort Rucker Area Job Fair, handing out resumes and interviewing with 72 local businesses, government contractors and federal agencies.

Aug 18, 2011

SAN ANTONIO -- One of the world's most unique amusement parks was the setting for an event last week that brought together a special group of military families.

Aug 10, 2011

FORT BENNING, Ga. - Visitors from Cobb County Chamber of Commerce were able to see firsthand how the Army at Fort Benning operates Friday.

Aug 10, 2011

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- Connor McQuaig started his first day of kindergarten at Solomon Elementary School, here, this year.

Aug 10, 2011

More than 50 on- and off-post organizations and vendors put their services on display during the inaugural Fort Jackson Jubilee community information fair Tuesday at the Solomon Center.

Aug 9, 2011

The 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield partnered with the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System to build a public elementary school on Hunter Army Airfield, Ga.

Jul 25, 2011

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- A symbolic, yet powerful, first step in initiating proactive dialogue between the Native Hawaiian community and the U.S. Army was signed at Fort DeRussy by respected leaders of both communities, March 24, 2010.

Jul 25, 2011

Lewis-McChord Communities’ annual barbecue at Eagleview Community Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord-North July 23 was an event with a simple purpose: treating servicemembers and their families who live on the installation to a cost-free day of fun while allowing them to build friendly bonds with others.

Jul 21, 2011

The Women's Bureau of the Department of Labor has released an online publication that will help community service providers aid homeless women veterans, Labor Secretary Hilda L. Solis said today.

Jul 21, 2011

Several new Soldiers were enlisted at the Augusta Green Jackets Military Appreciation game, July 16 at Lake Olmstead Stadium. Thirty-six new Soldiers from across the Central Savannah River Area were enlisted by Maj. Gen. Alan Lynn, U.S. Army Signal Center of Excellence and Fort Gordon commanding general.

Jul 20, 2011

The annual West Point Community Fair sponsored by the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation and Army Community Service at Eisenhower Hall was, by all accounts, a great success.

Jul 13, 2011

The "Thank you Foundation," and the Cincinnati Reds, honor a wounded warrior.

Jul 13, 2011

Wounded veterans in need of assistance are often confused by the variety organizations with aid available to them. The U.S. Army Military District of Washington’s Army Air Operations Group (AAOG) is attempting to eliminate some of that confusion.

Jul 12, 2011

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- Leilehua High School boasts amenities for military youth and, now, principal of the year, too.

Jul 7, 2011

"Books -- The Magic Is Real 2," a show created by Joe Romano, a professional magician who uses magic and illusions to encourage youths to read, attracted more than 200 people to Fort Meade's Burba Lake Cottage June 28

Jul 6, 2011

Chef Jamie Keating, usually known for his cooking demonstrations and wine-pairings, scaled down his usual fare in favor of pizza-making June 22 while he partnered with the Villages of Benning for another Resident Event.

Jul 6, 2011

1st Sgt. Joseph Landy and Pfc Josephy Landy, a New York Army National Guard father and son team, threw out the opening pitches during the July 5th fame of the Tri-City Valley Cats, their hometown minor league baseball team in Troy, N.Y. The Elder Landy is home on leave from Iraq while the younger Landy will deploy to Afghanistan in 2012.

Jun 30, 2011

Members of the Human Animal Bond organization visit places throughout the Leavenworth and Fort Leavenworth community -- schools, libraries, nursing homes and hospitals.

Jun 20, 2011

The man who did more than anyone outside the military and government to ensure mandatory protocols were established that would help Soldiers recover as quickly as possible after suffering a traumatic brain injury, was presented the Strength of the Nation Award, June 15, 2011.

Jun 14, 2011

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. -- June 14, 2011-- Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody, AMC commanding general, welcomed her new teammates and paid tribute to the Army's 236th birthday during the first official ceremony held at AMC's new headquarters here, Tuesday.

Jun 3, 2011

For the second consecutive year, Fort Meade's service members were honored at the USO's Service Member Appreciation Barbecue.

Jun 3, 2011

In honor of Memorial Day, the Charlotte Motor Speedway opened it’s doors to members of the armed forces to enjoy the Coca-Cola 600 NASCAR race with Family members. Past and present servicemembers from around the country were thanked, for their service by receiving free tickets to the May 29 race and were honored during the pre-race show.

Jun 1, 2011

REDSTONE ARSENAL, AL.--The Huntsville/Madison County community will once again have its patriotic spirit on display as it holds the annual Armed Forces Celebration Week.

May 23, 2011

Good old Southern hospitality was recently extended to the Wounded Warriors of Fort Gordon. Charlie and Trudy Lewis of Thomson, Ga., opened up their farm for the fourth consecutive year for Wounded Warriors and their families to sit on the banks of their ponds to fish and relax.

May 19, 2011

FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- First-time expectant mothers are counting down the days to the birth of their babies with a little less anxiety, thanks to the parenting tips of Dr. Harvey Karp.

May 19, 2011

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala.--In times of need, people generally look to their immediate community for support such as family, friends and neighbors.

May 5, 2011

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - Brig. Gen. Jonathan Maddux, along with about a dozen military dignitaries with ties to the state of New Jersey signed the Association of New Jersey Chiropractors' community covenant pledging their support for military servicemembers and their families.

May 1, 2011

The 6th Annual "Warriors on the Water" Bass Tournament was held at Jordan Lake, N.C., April 29, 2011. The event, sponsored by local, regional and national businesses and individuals from across the United States gave more than 150 service members the opportunity to develop their angling skills under the watchful eye of an equal number of professional bass anglers and other dedicated fisherman. The "catch and release" protocol followed ensured the great majority of gamefish caught were returned to the lake, where they will continue to grow and propagate the species.

Apr 29, 2011

Women across Fort Irwin gathered to "rediscover" themselves during the post's Women's Conference April 28 at Reggie's. The theme of this year's conference, sponsored by the Military and Civilian Spouses' Club, was "Rediscovering You."

Apr 28, 2011

The Fort Bragg, N.C. community came together during the the 6th Annual Warriors on the Water Icebreaker Gathering, April 27, 2011 at Fort Bragg, N.C. More than 400 sponsors, professional and amateur bass anglers, boaters and servicemember "co-anglers" from Fort Bragg, Pope Field, Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station and other locations, were in attendance at the opening ceremony for this year's event which culminates on Friday, April 29, with a fishing tournament at Jordan Lake, N.C. More than 150 donated boats are expected to be on the waters for a full day of bass fishing.

Apr 21, 2011

For Brea Harper, getting to travel to Coors Field in Denver to play on the field with cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy, seeing the Rockies' clubhouse and watching Jessica Simpson perform for military Families paled in comparison to meeting her hero: Michelle Obama.

Apr 11, 2011

Military children of servicemembers who died or who were seriously disabled in the line of duty might be eligible for a college education through the Fisher House Foundation.

Apr 9, 2011

Imagine that you are deployed to a foreign country for 12 months and not receiving a single letter or package from anyone. The stressful work hours and austere environment affect your morale, but feeling like no one back home cares about you can make it even harder to get by each day.

Apr 8, 2011

Victory Junction is a way to get away from everyday life and focus on having fun for Soldiers and their Families. In 2004, the Richard Petty Family built Victory Junction in memory of Adam Petty, Kyle's son who died in a NASCAR race. The camp has much to offer children with special needs as well as survivors. Things such as catch and release fishing, canoeing, bowling, a gymnasium, and a small water park.

Apr 8, 2011

FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- The Fort Sam Houston Equestrian Center grounds looked like a scene from the Old West pioneer days with chuck wagons cookin' up vittles, horses stirring up dust and kids practicing their ropin' skills during the Cowboys for Heroes event April 2.

Apr 1, 2011

FORT LEE, Va. (March 31, 2011) - During a signing ceremony here today, Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell, a former Army officer and a big supporter of military veterans, put his stamp of approval on 25 legislative actions that will benefit the state's large populations of current and former military members.

Mar 29, 2011

Mar 29, 2011

Gold Star families retreat to Victory Junction in Randleman, N.C. for some fun and relaxation.