NOVEMBER 15, 2016, By Sgt. Ian Leones, ARLINGTON, Va - Gen. Robert B. Neller, commandant of the Marine Corps, and Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North, participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the official unveiling of the Marine Corps Reserve Centennial exhibit wall display at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., Nov. 9, 2016. … [Read more...]
Carter Urges Congress to Adopt Proposed Budget Amendment
NOVEMBER 15, 2016,By DoD News, Defense Media Activity - Defense Secretary Ash Carter urged Congress Thursday to adopt a proposed budget amendment that he said is "vitally important for our national security." In a statement issued after the administration proposed the plan, Carter said it reflects the evolving nature of the military campaign against the Islamic State of Iraq … [Read more...]
In the Zone: Carl Vinson’s Maintenance and Material Management Program Maintains Excellence
NOVEMBER 15, 2016, By Petty Officer 3rd Class Zackary Alan Landers, Pacific Ocean (NNS) - All Nimitz-Class aircraft carriers are built to serve the United States for 50 years, according to the Navy.mil official fact file. These ships need constant upkeep, and it is the job of the Maintenance and Material Management, or 3M, Department to make sure the work gets done. Aboard … [Read more...]
HUD and VA Team Up to Help Homeless Veterans Find Permanent Homes
NOVEMBER 15, 2016, WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today announced $18.5 million to 39 local public housing agencies across the country to help homeless Veterans find permanent homes for an estimated 2,100 veterans experiencing homelessness. The supportive housing assistance announced today … [Read more...]
Hawkeye: Eyes and Ears of the RQ-4
NOVEMBER 14, 2016, BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. (AFNS) - An aircraft accelerating down the runway with 8,500 pounds of thrust and a wingspan greater than a Boeing 737 is inherently dangerous. The danger is amplified when the pilot isn’t even located on board the aircraft. Trailing behind pursuing the aircraft is “Hawkeye” ensuring the remotely piloted aircraft ascends from the … [Read more...]