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Program Recognizes Disability Employment Awareness Month
September 24, 2012 — In 1945, Congress enacted Public Law 176, which led to the designation of October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. This was done to recognize the enormous potential of individuals with disabilities and ensure their full integration into the workforce.Throughout the month we recognize their accomplishments and reaffirm our... MORE

The road ahead: OSD visit provides joint basing perspective
September 24, 2012 — Often, when the words "joint-basing" are spoken in conversations between Service members, they invoke a myriad of responses. This was certainly the case as the Joint Base Langley-Eustis concept was discussed in depth between senior leadership from both Langley Air Force Base and Fort Eustis, Va., and the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Sept. 20... MORE

U.S Air Force Col. Charlie Perham, Office of the Secretary of Defense deputy director, basing, briefs Col. Korvin Auch, 633rd Air Base Wing commander, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis senior leaders about the future prospects of joint basing during his visit to Langley Air Force Base, Va., Sept. 20, 2012. Representatives from OSD toured JBLE to receive feedback and inform leadership from both installations about the future of joint basing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley Hawkins/Released)

Retired, separated wounded warriors can still pursue CCAF degree
September 24, 2012 — Air Force combat-related wounded warriors wishing to continue their Community College of the Air Force education can now do so after separating or retiring thanks to provisions in the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act. This legislative change supports the secretary of the Air Force's priority to ensure combat-related wounded warriors receive... MORE

Fort Eustis Fire Department announces Fire Prevention Week slate for Oct. 8-12
September 19, 2012 — October 8 to12 is Fire Prevention Week, and the Fort Eustis Fire Department is geared up to ensure the post community can beat the heat and stay safe.The department will host a series of events throughout the week to educate Soldiers and families about fire safety. Activities will include door-to-door visits in post housing, where personnel will... MORE

October 8 to 12 is Fire Prevention Week, and the Fort Eustis Fire Department is geared up to ensure the post community can beat the heat and stay safe. The department will host a series of events throughout the week to educate Soldiers and families about fire safety, such as door-to-door visits in post housing, blood pressure checks, fire extinguisher demonstrations, and a fire station open house. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth/Released)

List of Events
September 18, 2012 — Bob Delaney, a National Basketball Association referee and victim of post-traumatic stress, will serve as guest speaker at the senior leader luncheon and will also speak to Soldiers, civilians and family members at Jacobs Theater at 3 p.m. "Run For Resilience" is a 2.5 mile Run-Walk, 5:30 a.m. at Murphy Field. Opening remarks by Maj. Gen... MORE

Fort Eustis prepares for Army-wide suicide prevention stand down day Sept. 27
September 17, 2012 — Fort Eustis will host a series of events as part of the Army-wide suicide prevention stand -down day, scheduled for Sept. 27.Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III, the Army's vice chief of staff, ordered the Army-wide suicide stand-down as a way to empower leadership to prevent further loss of life due to suicide."The Army dedicates a significant amount of... MORE

McDonald Pharmacy aids in proper disposal of unused, expired medications
September 17, 2012 — The McDonald Army Health Center is hosting the 2012 National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day event Sept. 29 at the Fort Eustis, Va., Post Exchange from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.This drug take-back day event will give the Fort Eustis community an opportunity to dispose of unwanted and unused prescription drugs that may be piling up at home, in a medicine... MORE

Air Force, Army bands join forces for Constitution Day concert in Colonial Williamsburg
September 17, 2012 — Amidst the quaint store fronts, cafes and brick-hewn streets of Colonial Williamsburg, Va., the U.S. military's world-class musicians took the stage to celebrate the nation's Constitution in a rousing, patriotic concert at Merchant's Square, Sept. 15.Soldiers of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band and Airmen from the U.S. Air Force... MORE

The Langley Air Force Base Honor guard posts the colors during the National Anthem at the fourth annual Constitution Day celebration in Williamsburg, Va., Sept. 15, 2012. Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley Hawkins/Released)

Leaders issue Air Force birthday message
September 14, 2012 — Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy issued the following message to the Airmen of the United States Air Force:As we celebrate the United States Air Force's 65th birthday, we salute all of the dedicated Airmen who serve or have served in our... MORE

Doris Hernandez models a Khaki Shade 1 Women in the Air Force transition uniform worn between 1947 and 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Bennie J. Davis III)

TRADOC Deputy Chief of Staff visits with World War II veterans
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Maj. Gen. Mark MacCarley, Deputy Chief of Staff, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, meets with Gordon Bates, a World War II veteran who served with the 503rd Parachute Regimental Combat Team, during the team's reunion breakfast the morning of Sept. 13, 2012 at Richmond, Va. The reunion included a day trip to Washington D.C. to visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the World War II and Korean War Veterans Memorials. Members of the Honor flight Historic Triangle Virginia, a non-profit organization, were the veteran's escorts for the day. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Kelly Jo Bridgwater/Released)

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