September 13, 2017, by Sam Bocetta – On August 21st, President Donald J. Trump lifted a divisive ban on the transference of select surplus military gear to local police departments. The ban, which was enforced three years ago after cops reacted to rioting in Ferguson, Missouri with armored trucks, tear gas and assault rifles, sought to restrict police units from purchasing … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2017
Army Scientists Discover Power in Urine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2017, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - Scientists at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory observed an unexpected result when combining urine with a newly engineered nano-powder based on aluminum. It instantly releases hydrogen from the urine at much higher rate than with ordinary water. The research team announced earlier this summer that a nano-galvanic … [Read more...]
Join The Team That Makes A Difference
What's next? You've graduated from high school or college. It's time to build a strong foundation for whatever you want to do in life. The Army and the Army Reserve offer a range of options and opportunities to gain skills and experience while earning a paycheck. You may also qualify for enlistment and education incentives. Army benefits include: Up to a $40,000 … [Read more...]
Soldiers Support Shelter Operations during Hurricane Irma
SEPTEMBER 9, 2017, Miramar, FL - A sense of urgency filled the room in preparation for the morning shift change in the Tactical Operations Center as Florida National Guard Soldiers waited for the latest update on Hurricane Irma at the Ronald O. Harrison National Guard Readiness Center in Miramar. U.S. Army Capt. John Beamer, Assistant Operations Officer for the 1-124 … [Read more...]
3 MISTAKES MILITARY MEMBERS MAKE WHEN BUYING A HOME
Last month, the popular website, American Grit, interviewed AAFMAA Mortgage Services (AMS) COO Andy May. Since frequent relocation is just a way of life for the military community, it can remove a lot of headache to know precise mistakes you can easily avoid. Three ways to avoid some of the big ones, according to May, are: Be careful with your hard-earned … [Read more...]