APRIL 20, 2020 - Eighty-six graduates from the United States Air Force Academy celebrated receiving their diplomas April 18 and moved directly into the U.S. Space Force, marking the first infusion of commissioned personnel into the new service since its creation last year. Vice President Mike Pence was in attendance at the event and congratulated the entire graduating … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2020
USS Vermont Becomes Latest Virginia-Class Submarine in Service
APRIL 20, 2020 - The U.S. Navy commissioned USS Vermont (SSN 792), the 19th Virginia-class attack submarine, April 18. Although the traditional public commissioning ceremony was canceled due to public health restrictions on large public gatherings, the Navy commissioned USS Vermont administratively and transitioned the boat to normal operations. Meanwhile, the Navy is … [Read more...]
Soldiers Should Check IRS Website to Ensure Stimulus Payment
APRIL 20, 2020 - Soldiers anticipating a stimulus payment should immediately update their direct deposit information on the Internal Revenue Service's website to avoid possible delays, according to Office of the Judge Advocate General sources. To quickly provide financial assistance during the COVID-19 outbreak, the IRS has begun to send out economic impact payments to … [Read more...]
Vice President Delivers Air Force Academy Commencement Address
APRIL 19, 2020 - Vice President Mike Pence delivered the Class of 2020 commencement address at the U.S. Air Force Academy's first virtual graduation, necessitated by social distancing guidelines for the coronavirus pandemic. No families or friends were allowed to attend today's event. Pence congratulated the academy's 62nd graduating class, saying he wouldn't want to be … [Read more...]
Forging Ahead in Cyberspace: Empowering Airmen in a Post-Virus World
APRIL 17, 2020 - Before the COVID-19 pandemic began infiltrating every aspect of American life, the 51st Network Operations Squadron was formulating a strategy designed to harness the innate talents of its Cyber Warriors and emerge from the crisis stronger, faster and more capable than ever before. As a guardian of the Air Force Information Network, the 51st NOS’ mission is … [Read more...]