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The DJs versus the gunmen

Story by Sgt. Matt Kuzara | 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division | Date: 11.05.2012

Their voices carry out over the whole of the Arghandab District, an area that once was a bastion of Taliban control. Years have passed since the insurgency was defeated in this region north of Kandahar City,... Read More

Regulators focused on mission as Clean Water Act turns 40

Story by Mark Haviland | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District | Date: 10.18.2012

The Clean Water Act turns 40 today and, though opponents and supporters still debate the scope and effectiveness of the landmark legislation, employees of the regulatory branch here have a clear understanding of... Read More

Soldiers save US dollars helping Afghan drivers

Story by Sgt. Gregory Williams | 3rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) | Date: 09.09.2012

For soldiers at an entry control point at Camp Marmal, it is very important to get Afghan drivers escorted onto the base as soon as possible. Read More

Police crackdown on credentials for base access

Story by Pfc. Norman Eckles | Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow | Date: 08.17.2012

Since 1941, military police around the country have stood post on every military installation, protecting all government assets, and making sure those requesting entry meet the requirements of the Department of... Read More

Afghan leaders learn justice system, spread legal knowledge in Paktika By U.S. Army 1st Lt. Stephanie Sefren

Courtesy Story | 4th Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division | Date: 07.01.2012

More than 30 local village elders and a visiting prosecutor gathered at the Zarghun Shahr district center June 28 for a three day course, where they studied Afghan law, conducted a mock trial, and at the request... Read More