DECEMBER 31, 2024 - Personnel from the installation's Directorate of Human Resources, Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System/Identification (DEERS/ID) section, serve approximately 1,000 customers at the Welcome Center every month by verifying eligibility and managing enrollment. Since an expired identification card can prevent access to the cardholder's benefits, … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2024
Army Leads Professional Military Exchange in Africa
DECEMBER 31, 2024 – U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) recently conducted a professional military exchange with the Armed Forces of the Central African Republic (FACA) from Dec. 3-7. This engagement, co-led by U.S. Africa Command’s (AFRICOM) Inspector General (IG) Col. Valentin Maldonado and SETAF-AF’s IG Lt. Col. Benjamin Barrett, aimed to strengthen … [Read more...]
Admin Lauds President Carter’s Leadership, Humanity
DECEMBER 31, 2024 - Former President Jimmy Carter died at his home in Plains, Georgia at age 100. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, in a statement yesterday, called Carter a "principled leader" and "a steadfast champion of human rights and democratic ideals." Americans will remember Carter for his leadership in office and his distinguished post-presidency, but the … [Read more...]
How Can Bullet-Resistant Doors Improve Safety in High-Risk Environments?
JANUARY 3, 2025 - Keeping people and property safe is crucial in places where unexpected threats can happen. Bullet-resistant doors have become a critical component of security measures in these settings. They provide a robust barrier against gunfire, helping to protect occupants and minimize damage. These doors from Insulgard Security Products are built to handle bullet … [Read more...]
DoD Announces $2.5 Billion for Ukraine
DECEMBER 30, 2024 - The Defense Department today announced it will be providing close to $2.5 billion in additional new security assistance support to Ukraine intended to reaffirm the department's commitment to supporting Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression. The latest aid package includes a $1.25 billion presidential drawdown authority package, as well as $1.22 … [Read more...]