December 14, 2012 In what is now known as one of the deadliest school shootings in history, a gunman opened fire in a Connecticut Elementary School today, killing 27 people - 20 of which were children. A source has identified the shooter as Adam Lanza, 20, who was dressed in black military gear. His mother worked at Sandy Hook Elementary School, where he opened fire inside … [Read more...]
The Journey of a Toys for Tots Toy
December 14, 2012 By Cpl. Michael Ito NEW ORLEANS -- Ted is a teddy bear. He was donated to the Toys for Tots program so he could change the life of a child that would have otherwise not had a Christmas. He will inspire more than one child though, because he is the main character of Rebecca Varicak’s new children’s book, “The Journey of a Toys for Tots … [Read more...]
Families of U.S. Military Invited to Participate in Study
Pilot Study Examines Impact of Deployment on Families Military deployment of a parent poses significant stress to a family, including anxiety and depression that may negatively impact parenting behaviors and relationships, according to Candice Alfano, associate professor in clinical psychology at the University of Houston (UH) and director of the Sleep and Anxiety … [Read more...]
Auctions America’s Sale of Historic Military Vehicles
Generates More than $2.9 Million for National Military History Center Auctions America concludes its 2012 auction calendar on a positive note, generating $2.9 million in sales for the National Military History Center in Auburn, Indiana Sale captures attention of global collector community with bidders representing 19 countries around the world Top sellers … [Read more...]
The Sportsman’s Guide Launches Military-Inspired HQ ISSUE™ Brand
Premier sporting goods retailer muscles-up its “Lowest Prices, Best Quality” promise with newest private label ST. PAUL, MN – Heeding the continued growth and popularity of its original private label, Guide Gear®, The Sportsman’s Guide® has called a new in-house brand into service: HQ ISSUE™. Shoppers of The Guide®’s popular HQ™ Military Surplus catalog were recently … [Read more...]