MARCH 31, 2026 - The Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Health Affairs hosted a virtual information session March 10, 2026, to gather feedback on the effectiveness of the Pilot Health Insurance Enhancement for Department of War Civilian Employees In Japan. Launched Jan. 1, 2025, the program provides supplemental health services for approximately 11,000 DOW civilian … [Read more...]
The Four-Legged Therapist On Duty
MARCH 31, 2026 - Behind a big goofy smile, wet pink nose, and wagging tail, the soft patter of furry white paws gently treads through the halls of the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic in search of the next belly rub or head pat. A medical facility may be the last place to expect such an encounter, but for a female, nine-and-a-half-year-old therapy dog such as Izy, it’s just another … [Read more...]
Coast Guard to Support Historic Artemis II Launch
MARCH 31, 2026 — Coast Guard and partner agency crews are scheduled to support NASA’s Artemis II launch beginning Wednesday at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral. Coast Guard crews are scheduled to apply and enforce limited access areas for the launch, which include a security zone, regulated navigation area and a safety zone, to mitigate safety risks to the maritime … [Read more...]
‘Bud’ Anderson Laid to Rest at Arlington
MARCH 31, 2026 - Brig. Gen. Clarence E. “Bud” Anderson, the last surviving “triple ace” pilot from World War II, received full military funeral honors at Arlington National Cemetery, March 30. Anderson, who passed away on May 17, 2024, at the age of 102, was a figure of legendary status in military aviation. Born in Oakland, California, on Jan. 13, 1922, Anderson enlisted in … [Read more...]
USAF, Army Integrate Air Defense Capabilities
MARCH 31, 2026 - The 51st Security Forces Squadron and 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade conducted joint training during exercise Freedom Shield 26 at Osan Air Base, March 9-13. During the exercise, the 51st SFS and 35th ADA worked together to detect and respond to a simulated hostile drone approaching the installation, using a U.S. Army AN/TWQ-1 Avenger to identify, track … [Read more...]