Today we are honoring Memorial Day   Back in 1896 began with the local traditions from the wives and soldiers of decorating the graves of the Civil War. Soldiers' graves with flags and flowers...

A PROCLAMATIONMore than 200 years ago, the American steamship S.S. Savannah set sail across the Atlantic, becoming the first vessel of its kind to complete the journey. That daring voyage marked the start of American maritime excellence. From that first crossing to the increasingly important shipping lanes of today, America’s strength at sea has always been driven by the United States Merchant Marine and the skilled merchant mariners who support our economy and readiness in times of peace,...

On May 21st, National American Red Cross Founders Day marks the anniversary of the American Red Cross.The American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton in 1881 after learning about and being inspired by the Red Cross in Geneva, Switzerland, established in 1863.It now serves as the official US branch of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red...

 Peace offers and the police are vital in trying to keep individuals, families, neighborhoods, and communities safe and peaceful. The job can be a difficult and stressful one, often involving a great deal of risk and sacrifice. Law enforcement and peace officers are called to serve and protect their communities, which is an honorable and noble task that is worth celebrating. And those officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty deserve a day of remembrance.  Peace...

Women’s Army Corps (WAC)   Despite facing resistance and discrimination, more than 150,000 women served in the Women's Army Corps during World War II, performing vital noncombat roles and paving the way for women's permanent inclusion in the US military.   World War II marked a significant milestone in the history of women's participation in the armed...

         Establishment Date of the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps The United States Navy Nurse Corps was officially established on May 13, 1908, by an Act of Congress signed by President Theodore Roosevelt This legislation created the corps to formally organize and support nursing services within the Navy. The first group of nurses,...

The Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Fire Department is on fire, figuratively, after being named the Department of War and U.S. Army’s Best Medium Fire Department for 2025. “When we found out we won the Army-level, I was happy because our guys have really stepped up and really dedicated themselves through some harder times, and they really dedicated themselves to the department and to each other,” said FS-HAAF Fire Department Deputy Fire Chief Gary Flores. “The Department of War-level award...

NCOs are the backbone of the unit and the Army. The Warrior Leadership Course is a two-day event that helps prepare soldiers to take up the role of NCO, giving them the tools needed to be effective leaders. Candidates are those Specialists and Corporals who have shown the potential and drive to be solid leaders of Fireteams as well as opening the opportunity for advance to Sergeant and beyond.Graduates:GRADUATE: Noah Danvers GRADUATE: Reed Sevstant GRADUATE: David Kale GRADUATE: Leonard...

                       Fall is in swing, and that means daylight savings time!   In the United States, daylight savings time begins on the second Sunday in March at 2 a.m. At that time the clocks move...