June 10, 2014 - The Army will begin its annual observance of National Safety Month in June, and senior leaders are encouraging Soldiers, civilian employees and their Family members to use the time to focus on mitigating summertime risks. Off-duty Army accidents and fatalities typically rise during late spring and early summer as compared to other times of year, according to … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2014
Department of the Navy Seeks Biofuels on a Large Scale
June 10, 2014, WASHINGTON (NNS) - In a major step for the Department of the Navy's efforts to increase operational readiness and mission effectiveness by reducing its reliance on petroleum, at least 37 million gallons of drop-in biofuels are being sought as part of its F-76 marine diesel and JP-5 shipboard jet fuel supply in the upcoming Inland/East/Gulf Coast bulk fuels … [Read more...]
Arizona National Guard’s First Female General ‘An Incredible Mentor’
June 10, 2014, PHOENIX - The Arizona National Guard congratulated its newest brigadier general at a promotion ceremony for the state’s joint staff director here June 7. Air Force Brig. Gen. Kerry Muehlenbeck now wears the rank commensurate with her duty to direct Arizona Army and Air Guard joint operations, special staff agencies, and joint policies and programs. … [Read more...]
Making Student Loans More Affordable
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June 9, 2014, White House Office of Communications - President Obama declared 2014 a year of action – vowing to use the power of his pen and phone to help ensure that hardworking Americans have the opportunity to succeed. And this week will be no different. With a focus on supporting hardworking Americans and upholding our country’s commitment to provide a quality … [Read more...]
Air Force Releases New Feedback Forms
June 9, 2014, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - During the past year, Air Force leaders have been shaping a new and more comprehensive Air Force evaluation system for officers and enlisted Airmen. The new system is designed to better meet the needs of the Air Force and Airmen, differentiate more effectively between good and great performers, and value job performance first and foremost, … [Read more...]