MARCH 10, 2026 - "It was just a lot of frustration and a little bit of anger towards the military," said Army Spc. Hunter Wade, an indirect fire infantryman assigned to the 101st Airborne Division, recalling sitting in his commander's office in 2022. The married soldier, from Greensboro, North Carolina, knew what would happen next. "The [administrative separation] process … [Read more...]

MARCH 9, 2026 - Army Col. Jack Howard Jacobs was just a first lieutenant when he saved more than a dozen lives during an intense firefight in the swamplands of Vietnam. His actions during that incident and throughout his deployment made him one of the most decorated soldiers of the war, including the nation's highest medal for valor. Jacobs was born Aug. 2, 1945, in … [Read more...]

MARCH 9, 2026 – In a state where communities are separated by vast terrain, and severe weather can isolate regions without warning, resilient communications are essential. More than 30 radio operators positioned at 28 locations across Alaska participated in Exercise Arctic Connect, linking a network of federal, state and volunteer organizations. Participants represented … [Read more...]

MARCH 9, 2026 - When you think of Fort Detrick, what comes to mind? For many, it’s the sense of a close-knit community, the people and their willingness to support one another. That spirit of generosity is embodied in the Army Emergency Relief (AER) program—a lifeline for Soldiers and their families in times of need. This year, Fort Detrick is aiming high, with a goal of 50% … [Read more...]

MARCH 6, 2026 – In a powerful display of the enduring alliance between Germany and the United States, approximately 400 U.S. service members gathered to test their military skills and physical prowess in the 2026 German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge competition. The demanding five-day event, held from February 23-27 as a highlight of the German American Friendship Day … [Read more...]