DECEMBER 6, 2023 — A close friend told her there was no way she could do it. She would not make it in the Army, and there was even less chance of her becoming a sniper. Four years later, she is still defying the odds. “My nickname growing up was ‘Sniper,’” said U.S. Army Sgt. Maciel Hay, a cavalry scout with 1st Squadron, 91st Cavalry Regiment (1-91 CAV), 173rd Airborne … [Read more...]
Next Generation Squad Weapons Tested by Rangers
DECEMBER 6, 2023 — Screaming Eagle Division Soldiers at Fort Knox just completed training and testing the Army’s 6.8mm family of Next Generation Squad Weapon-Rifle, NGSW-Automatic Rifle and the NGSW-Fire Control systems. Troops of Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 502nd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and members of 1st Battalion, 75th … [Read more...]
24/7 Fitness Centers Promote Army Readiness
DECEMBER 5, 2023 – Thanksgiving Day marks the beginning of the Holiday Season for many of us, presenting multiple occasions to indulge in exquisite meals and enjoy plenty of extra relaxing time. As the new year approaches, conversations about "new year's resolutions" commonly revolve around fitness goals, leading many individuals to consider gym memberships. This surge … [Read more...]
Navy to Start Recovery Operations for Downed Blackhawk
DECEMBER 5, 2023 - The U.S. Navy contracted the multi-purpose support vessel, NG Worker, for search and recovery operations of an Army Blackhawk aircraft that crashed into the Mediterranean Sea, Nov. 10. The aircraft was conducting routine training when the crash occurred. The NG Worker, equipped with the U.S. Navy Supervisor of Salvage and Diving team, is set to depart to … [Read more...]
Army HR System Helps Solve Soldiers’ Problems
DECEMBER 1, 2023 - If you’ve ever gone to administration or the S1 shop to check on your leave packet just to be told they have no idea what you’re talking about and it’s likely your packet is lost, you’re not alone. This is a common woe and nightmare other Soldiers have experienced throughout the Army. The Integrated Personnel and Pay System – Army is here to change … [Read more...]