November 13, 2012 NATICK, Mass. -- When it comes to turning out the finest equipment in the world for American servicemen and women, no one else can "Git-R-Done" quite like the folks at the Natick Soldier Systems Center. That's what "Larry the Cable Guy" discovered Nov. 8, when the comedian known for that blue-collar catch phrase brought the crew of his popular History … [Read more...]
New LED Fixtures Light the Way
November 13, 2012 by Lea Johnson 21st Space Wing Public Affairs staff writer PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. (AFNS) -- For close to two years, almost half of the street lights and parking lot lights on Peterson AFB have been disabled in an effort to cut energy costs. This past summer, the lights started coming back on in anticipation of new light-emitting diode fixtures being … [Read more...]
U.S. Will Make ‘Measured Response’ to Iranian Threats
Nov. 12, 2012 By Jim Garamone ABOARD A MILITARY AIRCRAFT (American Forces Press Service) – The attempted shootdown of an unmanned U.S. Predator aircraft is the latest example of a pattern of disturbing behavior by Iran, and the United States will take “a measured response,” the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said today. In an interview during a … [Read more...]
Joining Forces Wellness Week Addresses Health Needs
November 12, 2012 Joining Forces Wellness Week Addresses Health Needs of Veterans, Military Service Members, and Their Families America’s Medical Schools and Teaching Hospitals Renew Commitment to Initiative Washington, D.C. — In recognition of Veterans Day, the AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges) today announced the start of Joining Forces Wellness … [Read more...]
2012 BAH Washington
Washington (FY2012) Find your Location and the corresponding Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) in the pay tables below. All pay is listed in terms of dollars per month. Enlisted Personnel (Without Dependents) Location E-1 E-2 E-3 E-4 E-5 E-6 E-7 E-8 E-9 BREMERTON … [Read more...]