November 14, 2012 By David Vergun, ARNEWS Soldiers are now enlisting more than just other soldier. They are now enlisting in the help of sun power in Afghanistan. Ten solar generators are now providing Special Forces Soldiers in distant outposts the energy they need to accomplish their mission. And, these generators are allowing them precious more time to train Afghan forces … [Read more...]
‘Veterans in Blue’ Highlights 19 Stories of Brave Heroism
11/14/2012 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- "Let me not mourn for the men who have died fighting, but rather let me be glad that such heroes have lived," said Gen. George S. Patton. For decades Airmen have answered the call to serve and protect the nation's interests, its people and the cherished freedoms that underpin it all, risking their lives for others, and thus, becoming heroes in … [Read more...]
One Wounded Marines’ Success Through Transition
11/13/2012 By Aquita Brown , Wounded Warrior Regiment MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va., For Marine veteran Lance Cpl. Chase Savage, spending his Saturdays outdoors is the best prescription for healing. Savage spends his weekends participating in various hunting and fishing outings with his fellow wounded, ill and injured Marines through the Wounded Warrior Regiment’s … [Read more...]
DATE Training Prepares Soldiers for Hybrid Threats
November 14, 2012 By C. Todd Lopez Soldiers last month parachuted into the JRTC Center to participate in a "Decisive Action Training Environment" exercise meant to prepare them for the hybrid threats the Army will likely face as it shifts its resources in Afghanistan. The Joint Readiness Training Center, or JRTC, has for years conducted "mission readiness exercises," or … [Read more...]
New Process Helps Prevent Adverse Civilian Pay
By Debbie Gildea Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs 11/13/2012 - , Texas (AFNS) -- Supervisors of civilian employees will now get several automatic email reminders before personnel actions are due to help prevent adverse impact on civilian pay and records, Air Force Personnel Center officials said. Automatic notifications will go out for various actions, including when … [Read more...]