TUCSON, Ariz. -- September 10, 2015 - The All-Marine soccer team visited the University of Arizona for a tour of their sports facilities and an exhibition soccer match, Sept. 9. 2015. The event was the first the All-Marine soccer team supported as part of Marine Week Phoenix. “This is huge military town,” said Greg Burns, the athletic director of the University … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2015
Homeless, Abused, High School Dropout Shares her Struggles, Triumphs
WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Sept. 10, 2015) -- Linda Singh, a then 16-year-old high school honor student living in Frederick, Maryland, had dreams of playing basketball at the University of Maryland and majoring in engineering. Then one night, her dreams were crushed. Singh, who is now a major general and adjutant general for the Maryland Army National Guard, spoke at the … [Read more...]
The Iron Airman
PATRICK AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (AFNS) - September 10, 2015 -- (This feature is part of the "Through Airmen's Eyes" series. These stories focus on individual Airmen, highlighting their Air Force story.) In the Air Force, fitness isn't just a stepping stone to success, it’s a requirement. While each Airman has their own idea of how to stay fit to fight, 1st Lt. Roman Tillman … [Read more...]
How Will Imminent GI Bill Changes Affect Military Marriages?
September 9, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - This year, a government commission evaluated the benefits programs offered to military personnel and families through the VA. The commission's recommendations could have serious consequences for military families. If you or your spouse are currently involved with the military, you need to inform yourself about these changes to see … [Read more...]
Marines, Phoenix Residents Officially Begin Marine Week
PHOENIX - September 10, 2015 - The Marine Corps came together to officially start Marine Week Phoenix during an opening ceremony conducted at Civic Space Park, Sept. 9, 2015. The Marines began the ceremony with a performance conducted by Marine Band San Diego followed by a presentation of the colors by a mounted color guard. “This week we salute all our Marines, young … [Read more...]