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Army Reserve 2nd Lt. Sam Kendricks, of Oxford, Miss., wins the bronze medal in the men's pole vault at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Aug. 15, 2016. Army photo by Tim Hipps

In Olympic Competition, Pole-Vaulter Kendricks is Soldier First

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Katie Lange

2nd Lt. Sam Kendricks proved at the Olympics that he’s a soldier first by stopping mid-run to pause for the national anthem.
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The 45th Space Wing supported the SpaceX Falcon 9 JCSAT-16 launch Aug. 14, 2016, from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla. A combined team of military, government civilians and contractors from across the 45th SW supported the mission with weather forecasts, operations, security, safety, public affairs, and launch and range. The wing also provided its vast network of radar, telemetry and communications instrumentation to facilitate a safe launch on the Eastern Range. (Courtesy photo/SpaceX)

Daily SITREP: Air Force Space Launch, Soldier Wins Bronze & More

Posted on August 16, 2016 by glenn.selby

From the military services and around the DoD, here’s your Daily SITREP for Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016.
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This year, for the first time, U.S. service members worldwide will be able to watch NBC Olympics' streaming coverage of the 2016 Rio Olympics from their desktop and personal devices. (Photo Credit: AAFES)

Daily SITREP: Free Olympics Coverage, Ultramarathon Runner & More

Posted on August 8, 2016 by glenn.selby

From the military services and around the DoD, here’s your Daily SITREP for Monday, Aug. 8, 2016.
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The Aedes Aegypi mosquito is one of two found in tropical climate countries which is capable of carrying the Zika virus. It is not native to the U.S. but has been found in 12 of California’s 58 counties. The mosquitoes are transported into this country by visitors and residents. Marine Corps photo by Keith Hayes, courtesy of CDC’s James Gathany

DoD Personnel: Here’s How to Protect Yourself from Zika

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Katie Lange

DoD employees travel the world regularly, so the Zika virus is a prevalent problem. Find out what you can do to combat it.
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Airmen with the 182nd Security Forces Squadron, Illinois Air National Guard, maneuver through concealment smoke during shoot, move, communicate training in Peoria, Ill., July 20, 2016. The training was designed to practice fire team communication and movements while engaging simulated combatants. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Lealan Buehrer

Daily SITREP: Sea Rescues, Dive Testing, Military Olympians

Posted on August 1, 2016 by Katie Lange

From the military services and around the DoD, here’s your Daily SITREP for Monday, Aug. 1, 2016.
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