JULY 3, 2024 — The 4th of July is a time for fireworks, cookouts, and enjoying the great outdoors, especially at lakes and parks. While fireworks are not allowed on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers property, the focus on safety applies everywhere. “The Tulsa District hosts more than twenty-two million visitors each year,” said Hutch Todd, Keystone Lake assistant manager. … [Read more...]
DoD Modernizes SkillBridge Application Process
JULY 1, 2024 — The Military-Civilian Transition Office (MCTO), under the authority of Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)), is implementing changes to the DoD SkillBridge partner application process to modernize industry partnership support agreements with the Department. This includes the release of a revised Memorandum of Understanding … [Read more...]
June is Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month
JUNE 28, 2024 - Did you know that June is Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month? It’s the perfect time to start focusing on the many benefits they bring when added to your diet. According to the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, individuals should include more fruits and vegetables in their daily diet by aiming to eat 1.5- to 2-cups-equivalent of fruits and 2- to … [Read more...]
Garrison Highlights Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month
JUNE 21, 2024 – The month of June carries several important observances including Pride Month, Juneteenth, and Army Heritage Month to name a few. But what many people might not know is that June is also Men’s Health Awareness Month. Recognized by Mental Health America (MHA), this observance highlights June as a crucial time to address and raise awareness about the mental health … [Read more...]
Building Your Military Family Caregiver Network
JUNE 20, 2024 - As a Military Family Life Counselor, I support individuals, couples, families, and groups with the unique challenges of military life, such as managing stress, work-life balance, grief and loss, and other various transitions. To assist those transitioning out of the military, MFLC counselors can extend their assistance to Veterans and their families for up to … [Read more...]