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'Fiscal Cliff' would challenge Army to maintain readiness
December 10, 2012 — With the possibility of the government going over a "fiscal cliff" on midnight, Dec. 31, the Army recognizes some of the challenges it will face, but a senior leader said Thursday its priority will be to maintain force readiness.Like its sister services, the Army faces adjustments following a nearly $500-billion cut to the Department of Defense... MORE

Lt. Gen. William Grisoli, director, Army Office of Business Transformation, speaks to the Government Executive Media Group, Dec. 6, 2012, as part of a panel discussing fiscal challenges with possible sequestration known as a "fiscal cliff." (U.S. Army photo by C. Todd Lopez/Released)

DOD prepares for potential sequestration
December 10, 2012 — The Office of Management and Budget has instructed the Department of Defense to pursue internal planning to meet required budget cuts if sequestration goes into effect Jan. 3."We are at the very start of this process," said Dr. George Little, acting assistant secretary of defense for public affairs, during a Pentagon press availability, Dec. 5. "We... MORE

Norfolk and WWE host "Tribute to the Troops" event
December 10, 2012 — MORE

Active duty Service members and their families filled the Norfolk Scope Arena during a live World Wrestling Entertainment show at Norfolk, Va., Dec. 9, 2012. The show was part of the 10th annual WWE "Tribute to the Troops" week honoring active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Molly A. Burgess/Released)

Ready, Set... Mentor!
December 10, 2012 — With the ring of the bell and the scurrying of feet, the latest speed mentoring session took off at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Dec. 7, 2012. "Speed mentoring gives NCOs [non-commissioned officers] the opportunity to sit down, ask chiefs questions and get multiple perspectives," explained Chief Master Sgt. Karen Harris, Air Combat Command major... MORE

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Will Hardin, Air Combat Command A7X fire emergency services functional manager, shares his advice with an individual during a speed mentoring session at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Dec. 5, 2012. Speed mentoring focused on quick-hit information, time-efficient networking and the methodical pursuit of a mentor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kayla Newman/Released)

Shared interests
December 10, 2012 — Familiar tunes filled the air as the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band performed a live rehearsal for York High School students at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Dec. 3. Twenty students from the York High School band had the opportunity to experience a day in the life of an Air Force bandsman as they practiced for their upcoming holiday... MORE

Students from York High School listen as the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America band rehearses at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Dec. 3, 2012. The students also had the opportunity to speak to band members who play the same instruments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ciara Wymbs/Released)

Fort Eustis gate to close Dec. 14
December 10, 2012 — The Fort Eustis Gate 2, located on Shellanbarger Road - adjacent to General Stanford Elementary School, is scheduled to close to all traffic the weekend of Dec. 15 through 16.The closure is in support of the Access Control Point Improvement Project. Normal gate operations are expected to resume at 5 a.m., Dec. 17.For more information, contact... MORE

Langley AFB units will conduct base-level exercise Dec. 11-14
December 10, 2012 — Langley Air Force Base units will conduct a base-wide exercise here from Dec. 11 to 14.The exercise is designed to improve the base's preparedness for multiple emergency situations and demonstrate the ability to deploy and operate in a foreign environment.During the exercise, community members will hear explosions and see smoke from simulated... MORE

JBLE's joint Christmas tree lighting
December 7, 2012 — MORE

Col. Jim Forrest, Air Combat Command 633rd Medical Group deputy group commander, assists Jasmine E. Goodrum, daughter of Tech. Sgt. Aaron N. Goodrum, 633rd Air Base Wing noncommissioned officer in charge of chapel operations, in tying on a ribbon to the Christmas tree during the lighting ceremony at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Dec. 4, 2012. This was the 45th year running for this Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Langley. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Victoria Taylor/Released)

SOS helps survivors honor fallen
December 7, 2012 — MORE

Paul and Kathy Bredlau make an ornament honoring their son Joshua, a fallen Soldier, at the 733rd Mission Support Group headquarters, Dec. 4, 2012. The Survivor Outreach Services office held the event for loved ones to hang ornaments for fallen Service members on a remembrance holiday tree. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class R. Alex Durbin/Released)

Thrift savings plan contribution limits increase in 2013
December 7, 2012 — The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board has announced the 2013 elective deferral limit for regular Thrift Savings Plan contributions increased from $17,000 to $17,500 for 2013, Air Force Personnel Center officials said. The TSP catch-up plan contribution limit will remain at $5,500. TSP is a long-term retirement savings plan which allows... MORE

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