8/23/2012 - WASHINGTON, D.C. (AFNS) -- The Air Force Spice Testing Lab became fully operational on Aug. 1, in support of the Air Force's focus on quality Airmen. The new lab establishes a robust urinalysis testing program as part of the Air Force's ongoing efforts to deter use of "spice," the common name for synthetic cannabinoids. The spice lab is capable of handling 2,500 … [Read more...]
U.S. Military Athletes Leave Mark on London 2012 Olympic Games
August 22, 2012 By Tim Hipps, IMCOM Public Affairs LONDON (Aug. 22, 2012) -- More than 20 U.S. military athletes, coaches, training partners, family members and support personnel served as sports ambassadors to the world during the London 2012 Olympic Games. From Olympic Stadium to the Royal Artillery Barracks shooting halls and ranges, to the boxing rings, wrestling mats … [Read more...]
9/11 Hearings Will Be Postponed as Guantanamo Prepares for Storm
By Cheryl Pellerin American Forces Press Service NAVAL STATION GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba, Aug. 23, 2012 -Tropical storm Isaac’s projected path to Cuba has lawyers, observers and media leaving the island today after the base commanding officer recommended their evacuation. Military commissions judge Army Col. James L. Pohl postponed hearings of five accused 9/11 detainees … [Read more...]
‘Joining Forces’ Initiative Exceeds Hiring Goals for Vets, Spouses
By Lisa Daniel American Forces Press Service 8/22/2012 - WASHINGTON (AFPS) -- The White House initiative to hire veterans and military spouses has surpassed its goals, having led to the hiring or training of more than 125,000 veterans and spouses in the past year, First Lady Michelle Obama announced today. Speaking to sailors and their families at Naval Station Mayport in … [Read more...]
Marine Stays Focused During First Firefight
8/21/2012 By Cpl. Timothy Lenzo , Regimental Combat Team 6 PATROL BASE DETROIT, Afghanistan - It’s a moment of truth for many Marines – the first time they are in combat and their training is put to the test. When his squad took enemy contact during a recent patrol through Trek Nawa, Pfc. Timothy Workman found his moment. “I could hear rounds cracking … [Read more...]