FEBRUARY 22, 2022 - Part of the appeal of coming to the Republic of Korea, or any overseas assignment, can be the great unknown - for those stationed on contingency operating bases (COBs), that experience is significantly intensified. The comforts of a traditional installation often don’t exist, but what isn’t found in amenities can be made up for in camaraderie. “We only … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2022
Respite Care Available for EFMP Families
FEBRUARY 22, 2022 - Families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program are eligible for additional support through the Air Force Respite Care program. The program provides active duty Air Force families with short-term, specialized childcare to reduce the stressors associated with caring for a child with exceptional needs. It is exclusively connected to EFMP families … [Read more...]
How Can Veterans Further Their Education Even After a Long Break
FEBRUARY 23, 2022 - Veterans often have a difficult time transitioning back to civilian life. One of the biggest challenges is finding a job that can match their skills and experience. However, many veterans find that continuing their education can be a great way to transition back into society. There are new rules for finding a job in 2022, and having extra qualifications can … [Read more...]
NATO’s Advanced Anti-submarine Warfare Exercise Underway
FEBRUARY 22, 2022 - NATO exercise Dynamic Manta (DYMA22) began off the Sicilian coast on Feb. 21. Ships, submarines, as well as aircraft and personnel from nine Allied nations converged in the Central Mediterranean Sea for anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare training. Dynamic Manta is a planned NATO exercise that occurs every year in Italy. The aim of … [Read more...]
Connecticut Guardsmen Now Part of Contingency Response Force
FEBRUARY 22, 2022 – Soldiers from the 143rd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion handle a variety of missions. However, this may be their most important mission yet. The 143rd CSSB of the Connecticut Army National Guard, known by its motto, “Sustain the Sword,” handles the essential logistics of Army operations. This means providing and distributing supplies, from … [Read more...]