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Civic leaders see Edwards flight test mission up close

412th Test Wing: "Fifteen civic leaders from across the nation visited Edwards Air Force Base, California, Nov. 3-5, for an immersion tour with Lt. Gen. Linda Hurry, Air Force Materiel Command commander."

Royal Thai Army delegation visits Fort Carson to strengthen Partnership

4th Infantry Division Public Affairs Office: "FORT CARSON, Colo."

Coastal Trident’s Event Kilo Includes a Variety of Experiments Testing Material Resilience, Shipboard Maintenance

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division: "Event Kilo, part of this year’s Coastal Trident series of Advanced Naval Technology Exercises (ANTX-CT26), served as a catch-all for a variety of technical demonstrations and experiments that examined material resilience in maritime applications,…"

Washington Artillery marks 188 years at annual Pass in Review

Louisiana National Guard: "By Capt. Peter Drasutis, Louisiana National Guard Public Affairs Office New Orleans -The Louisiana National Guard’s 1st Battalion, 141st Field Artillery Regiment, Washington Artillery, commemorated 188 years of service during its annual Pass in…"

Ready to Serve: Reservists Complete Boarding Team Member College

U.S. Coast Guard Great Lakes: "A steady cadence of pops reverberated along the shooting line. Ejected brass landed with a ring on the range’s concrete floor."

Jackson hosts townhall aimed at single Soldiers

Fort Jackson Public Affairs Office: "Fort Jackson held a town hall, Nov. 10, aimed at helping single Soldiers improve their quality of life and to inform them of programs available on post that can positively affect their lives."

De-stress vs. distress | Workshop offers strategies to reduce holiday stress

U.S. Army Garrison Fort Leavenworth: "FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Using the power of gratitude might help manage the stress and expectations felt around the holidays."

USS Michael Murphy Returns to Pearl Harbor Following an 11-Month Combat Deployment

Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet: "PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii — Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112), with embarked Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71 Detachment 2, returned to its homeport of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii following…"

Atkinson joins Drill Sergeant Academy as 34th commandant

Fort Jackson Public Affairs Office: “This is an important occasion for the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy and Fort Jackson,” said Brig. Gen. Jeremy Wilson, Fort Jackson commander. “A change in commandant represents more than a change in leadership."

Fort Buchanan commander honors veterans, strengthens community ties in Caguas

U.S. Army Garrison Fort Buchanan: "CAGUAS, Puerto Rico — Col. David L. Brewer, Fort Buchanan garrison commander, joined elected officials, community stakeholders and veterans Nov. 11 during a Veterans Day commemoration at the Roger Mendoza Coliseum in Caguas, honoring Puerto Rico's…"

Fairfield-Based Small Business Owner Promoted to Major in Illinois Army National Guard

Joint Force Headquarters - Illinois National Guard Public Affairs: "Illinois Army National Guard Capt. Henry Simmers was promoted to major during a ceremony on Nov. 7 at the 183rd Wing Headquarters in Springfield, Ill., recognizing his military service, professional development and contributions to logistics and his…"

Facility technology medical program ends sunsets

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville: "Redstone Arsenal, Ala. --The program built to specifically support the unique technology U.S. military hospitals and medical treatment facilities require has closed shop."

TEN ARMY RESERVE SOLDIERS HONORED IN HOOPS FOR TROOPS EVENT

310th Expeditionary Sustainment Command: "Indianapolis - Ten members of the 310th Expeditionary Sustainment Command were honored to participate in the Indianapolis Pacers Hoops for Troops event held on Veterans Day, November 11th, 2026, at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse."

Giant salvinia discovered on Millwood Lake

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District: "The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is alerting Millwood Lake visitors that giant salvinia, an invasive aquatic plant, was discovered in the lake in late October 2026."

Exchange, Air Force Team Up to Provide Free Internet to Dormitories

Army & Air Force Exchange Service HQ: "DALLAS — The Army & Air Force Exchange Service and the Air Force have teamed up to provide free internet to nearly 30,000 Airmen living in dormitories on 26 installations, with more to come."

Army & Air Force Exchange Service Earns 13th Straight Best for Vets: Employer Honor

Army & Air Force Exchange Service HQ: "DALLAS — The Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES, the Exchange) has been recognized as a 2026 Best for Vets: Employer by Military Times, marking the 13th consecutive year the Department of War retailer has earned the honor for its commitment to…"

Ayala takes command of VX-30 ‘Bloodhounds’

Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division: "U.S. Navy Cmdr. J. Anderson Ayala took command of the “Bloodhounds” of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 30 from Capt. Barry Carmody during a Nov. 10 ceremony at Point Mugu. VX-30 tests aircraft and weapons systems."

Cleveland Harbor Fall Dredging Completed in Just Over Two Weeks; Completes $11.7M Annual Operation

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District: "The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District, completed fall dredging of Cleveland Harbor in just over two weeks, ensuring safe and navigable waterways for Great Lakes commercial vessels, recreational boaters and other harbor users on Lake…"

103-year-old D-Day vet receives French Legion of Honor Medal

Fort Jackson Public Affairs Office: "The French government bestowed its highest medals for honor to a 103-year-old World War II veteran during a ceremony held at the U.S. Army Institute for Religious Leadership, Nov. 10.…"

Fort Wainwright Expands Barracks Wireless Internet Access

Fort Wainwright Public Affairs Office: "Fort Wainwright is expanding wireless internet access to all permanent party barracks across the installation after a successful six building pilot program demonstrated the value of reliable, no cost connectivity for soldiers."

Pioneer of Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program remembered, honored

Minnesota National Guard: "How deployed service members are welcomed home has changed over the decades, and Minnesota has Marine Corps Veteran Robert “Bob” Allen Davis to thank for the progress it has experienced through the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program."

New exhibit showcases bond between MWD handler, their K-9

Fort Leonard Wood Public Affairs Office: "FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. — The John B. Mahaffey Museum Complex’s Military Police Corps Museum unveiled a new exhibit Nov. 9, 2026, dedicated to military working dog handlers, known as 31K, and their dogs."

Fort Buchanan students build fitness and resilience through the Presidential Fitness Test

U.S. Army Garrison Fort Buchanan: "FORT BUCHANAN, Puerto Rico — Approximately 100 students at Antilles High School participated in the Presidential Fitness Test on Nov. 10, as Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) educators assessed physical endurance, strength, and…"

Fort A.P. Hill commander strengthens community ties through Veterans Day outreach in Bowling Green, Richmond

Fort Walker: "BOWLING GREEN, Va. — Invited by the Caroline County Commission, LtCol Howard served as the keynote speaker for the county's annual Veterans Day commemoration at the historic courthouse lawn in Bowling Green."

Veterans continue to inspire

U.S. Army Materiel Command: "HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The legacy of American military service is a continuous chain, with each generation drawing inspiration from those who served before them."

Oregon National Guard honors veterans at Albany memorial service, 75th annual parade

Oregon National Guard Public Affairs Office: "ALBANY, Ore. — Howitzer fire rolled across Timber Linn Memorial Park on a foggy Veterans Day morning as Oregon National Guard Soldiers saluted the generations who served before them."

Repairing the HUEY on a Stick

North Dakota National Guard Public Affairs: "Soldiers from the North Dakota Army National Guard Aviation Support Facility worked together Oct. 30 to repair and replace the tail rotor on a UH-1H Iroquois helicopter, nicknamed “Huey,” which marks the facility’s entrance."

NATO Forward Land Forces Battle Group-Poland welcomes new U.S. Army commander during Transfer of Authority Ceremony at BPTA

U.S. Army V Corps: "BEMOWO PISKIE TRAINING AREA, Poland — A historic moment took place at the Bemowo Piskie Training Area (BPTA) on Nov. 12, 2026, as one U.S. Army battalion transferred authority to another, with the incoming battalion commander assuming leadership of…"

DPW plans to remove, cut trees along Missouri Avenue

Fort Leonard Wood Public Affairs Office: "FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo."

Fort Drum applauds civilian workforce at quarterly ceremony

Fort Drum Garrison Public Affairs: "Fort Drum, N.Y. (Nov. 12, 2026) -- On most days, their work usually doesn’t draw wide attention - whether it is keeping critical systems online, maintaining a safe and secure community or ensuring Soldiers and their families have what they need to…"

Naval Hospital Bremerton reminds beneficiaries to review TRICARE coverage during Open Season

Naval Hospital Bremerton/Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Bremerton: "BREMERTON, Wash."

White Sands Missile Range Supports Veterans Day Ceremony

White Sands Missile Range Public Affairs: "Socorro, N.M. (Nov. 12, 2026) - White Sands Missile Range personnel joined community members at Isidro Baca Park on Wednesday to observe Veterans Day, reinforcing the installation's longstanding ties to its northern neighboring communities."

Getting prior authorizations for TRICARE prescriptions: Your questions answered

Defense Health Agency: "When you’re covered by a TRICARE health plan, you also have pharmacy coverage through the TRICARE Pharmacy Program. And as with any TRICARE health plan, it’s important to know how this program works."

Presidio Endeavor 2026

North Dakota National Guard Public Affairs: "Joint Force Headquarters-North Dakota hosted the National Guard Presidio Endeavor Homeland Defense Wargame at the Raymond J. Bohn Armory in Bismarck, North Dakota, Oct. 27, 2026.…"

Walter Reed provides individualized diabetic care management

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center: "By Bernard S. Little Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Hospital Communications Walter Reed National Military Medical Center encourages people to learn about diabetes as it provides Military Health System (MHS) beneficiaries individualized…"

Fort Meade removes hazardous trees to protect community, sustain mission readiness

Fort George G. Meade Public Affairs: "FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. — Fort Meade has removed 51 high-priority hazardous trees across the installation, reducing risks to people and property and helping protect critical infrastructure during severe weather."

FRCE steps into the future with first C-130T induction at new Global TransPark facility

Fleet Readiness Center East: "Marine Corps Air Station Cherry point, N.C. - Hangar doors opened to a new milestone recently as Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) welcomed its first C-130T Hercules for scheduled maintenance, bringing the brand-new facility another step closer to…"

Edwards summit pushes to port data systems wing-wide

412th Test Wing: "Testing a new military aircraft and software once took years of rigid phases, but that timetable is shrinking to weeks or even days."

Ukraine’s drone pioneers bring battle-tested tech and high-skilled jobs to Britain

British Government: "Ukraine’s drone pioneers bring battle-tested tech and high-skilled jobs to Britain Battle-tested Ukrainian drone technology to be produced and engineered in Britain as £113 million National Wealth Fund investment boosts UFORCE expansion and…"

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Volunteers make a lasting impact during National Public Lands Day cleanup at Riverlands

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District - MVS: "A waterlogged refrigerator, 15 tires and a discarded metal duck blind are not things most people expect to find along the Mississippi River."

Homic Earns Military Excellence Award at Recruit Training Command

U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command: "Seaman Isabella Homic graduated as the top Sailor from Recruit Training Command (RTC) Great Lakes, earning the Military Excellence Award (MEA) Nov. 12, 2026.…"

Know Your World brings global connections to Carlisle Barracks

U.S. Army War College Public Affairs: "CARLISLE BARRACKS, Pa."

Committed to Service: How One Man’s Service impacts the Future

Space Base Delta 41: "At the Schriever Space Force Base Child Development Center you’re likely to run into plenty of friendly faces. Among the staff is David Tobin, one of two cooks at the CDC responsible for keeping approximately 150 children fed throughout the day."

Checkered Flag 27-1 strengthens joint, coalition air combat readiness

325th Fighter Wing: "Exercise Checkered Flag 27-1 concluded Nov. 5, 2026, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, following more than two weeks of large-scale air combat training focused on readiness and interoperability."

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting speech at Atlantic Future Forum

British Government: "Thank you very much Mark for that generous introduction and actually can I just say through you an enormous thank you to the entire team for the work that’s gone into producing what I think I’ve heard reflected in conversations in the last day has…"

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U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground Soldiers get warm reception at Veterans Day Parade

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground: "American Legion Post #19 has staged Yuma's large Veterans Day parade for decades, and U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) personnel always appear in full force."

Securing the Peninsula: 411th CSB Advances Security, Housing, and Innovation Targets

U.S. Army Contracting Command: "Securing the Peninsula: 411th CSB Advances Housing, Security, and Innovation Targets SEOUL, South Korea - Following a busy fiscal year closeout that saw more than 50 contracts executed totaling over $13.8 million, the 411th Contracting Support…"

DEVCOM Armaments Center showcases future battlefield lethality at 15th annual S&T Networking event

Picatinny Arsenal: "PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. — The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Armaments Center hosted its 15th annual Science and Technology Networking Event on Sep.…"

832nd Ordnance Battalion Honors Pfc. Nicholas M. Chavira During Memorial Ceremony

U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command (CASCOM): "FORT LEE, Va. — Soldiers, family members and friends gathered at Liberty Chapel on Fort Lee Nov. 9, 2026, as the 832nd Ordnance Battalion conducted a memorial ceremony honoring the life and service of Pfc."

U.S. Naval Academy Dedicates AV-8B Harrier at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Honoring Generations of Marine Aviators

United States Naval Academy: "The U.S. Naval Academy and the United States Marine Corps formally dedicated a decommissioned AV-8B Harrier static display at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Nov. 8th."

Send Me: The making of a Soldier | Week 7

Fort Leonard Wood Public Affairs Office: "FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo."

Royal Navy agrees export deal for new mine-hunting motherships

British Government: "A new Royal Navy mine-hunting mothership agreement set to bolster NATO defences and support UK growth. First of three Offshore Support Vessels to be delivered in 2031 through the UK joining Norway’s major naval programme."

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Commentary: Kentucky Air Guard Public Affairs Officer reflects on 40-year career

123rd Airlift Wing: "Saturday marked my final day in uniform. After 40 years, 8 months and 29 days, I am officially retired from the Kentucky Air National Guard and the United States Air Force."

Herbert’s Hütte German Canteen officially opens on Clay Kaserne

U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden: "CLAY KASERNE, Germany — USAG Wiesbaden held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 9 to officially open a new German dining facility. Herbert’s Hütte, on Clay Kaserne, offers the community affordable, traditional German meals and a place to connect."

AFMS hosts MRC-Bravo, DHN Continental change of command

Air Force Medical Service: "The Air Force Medical Service hosted a change of command ceremony for Medical Readiness Command-Bravo and Defense Health Network Continental, Oct. 27, 2026, transferring leadership from Maj. Gen. Jeannine M. Ryder to Brig. Gen. Gwendolyn Foster."

Army research helps advance industry-developed hybrid microgrid during exercise in the Philippines

U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command - Army Research Laboratory: "Research could deliver reliable, adaptable power for Soldiers ADELPHI, Md."

U.S., Colombian Armies Convene 17th Staff Talks to Expand Partnership, Strengthen Hemispheric Security

U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command: "Senior Army leaders from the United States and Colombia convened in Bogotá, Colombia for the 17th U.S.-Colombia Army Staff Talks Executive Session, Nov. 10, 2026.…"

Maryland Army National Guard officer receives MacArthur Leadership Award

Maryland National Guard Public Affairs Office: "A Maryland Army National Guard officer received the 2025 General Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award at a ceremony at Conmy Hall in Arlington, Virginia, on October 27, 2026, in recognition of his exceptional leadership and contributions to the U.S.…"

AFCENT conference strengthens senior enlisted partnerships

United States Air Forces Central: "SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. — Senior enlisted leaders from the U.S. Air Force and partner nation air forces gathered at the Ninth Air Force’s (Air Forces Central) Senior Enlisted Leadership Conference at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov.…"

New York Army National Guard Soldiers honor fellow Soldier during memorial ceremony

42nd Combat Aviation Brigade: "\_\_New York Army National Guard Soldiers honor fellow Soldier during memorial ceremony \_\_ \_\_Latham, N.Y. \_\_-New York Army National Guard Soldiers remembered the life of Spc."