NOVEMBER 27, 2024 – Service members and families welcomed the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree for a public viewing on Nov. 21, celebrating its journey from Alaska’s Tongass National Forest. The 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, also known as the “People’s Tree,” traveled over 900 miles by sea using three barges to reach the Pacific Northwest, where it began a 2,899-mile journey … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2024
TRICARE Open Season: Understanding Who’s Eligible
NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - It’s that time of year again—TRICARE Open Season is here. Open season, which began Nov. 11, runs until Dec. 10. During this period, most beneficiaries with TRICARE Prime or TRICARE Select can make changes to their health plan for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2025. “TRICARE Open Season is your opportunity to make changes to your health plan that match your … [Read more...]
Native American Heritage Month Wraps Up
NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - For the month of November and in honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Yokota community held events to honor and show respect to Native American culture and history. A kickoff event earlier in the month showcased intertribal performances, books and hand-made crafts showcasing the Native American culture, heritage and history. U.S. Air Force … [Read more...]
USS Indianapolis Returns from Deployment
NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - The Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Indianapolis (LCS 17) returned to Naval Station Mayport, Fla. following a deployment to the U.S. 5th Fleet, 6th Fleet, and 2nd Fleet areas of operations, Nov. 26. Indianapolis deployed in March 2024 as a dual-crewed command, conducting two exchanges of command between LCS Crew 112 and LCS Crew 118. This final … [Read more...]
Dalton Inspires Cadets at Virginia Tech
NOVEMBER 27, 2024 - Under Secretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton visited Virginia Tech Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment 875 to engage with cadets and civilian students and discuss national defense challenges and strategies in Blacksburg, Nov. 19. Landing on the drillfield in a UH-1N Twin Huey, Dalton’s arrival sparked excitement throughout the campus. … [Read more...]