8/21/25
A new Prevention Music Initiative offers a modern, creative way to reach Soldiers and Families with messages of suicide prevention. The initiative’s collaborators include Sgt. 1st Class Todd Freeman from the United States Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command; Sgt. Maj. Ruben Murillo, Senior Enlisted Advisor to DPRR; and the United States Army Field Band and Army band musicians.
8/21/25
Picture this: You’re at the last barbecue of the summer, enjoying a sizzling burger hot off the grill, when your friend starts to choke. Everyone senses the urgency of the situation and watches with concern, but few people can help. They may not know what to do, but you do. By springing into action and administering the Heimlich maneuver, you’re able to save your friend.
8/21/25
Starting fresh at a new duty station can bring stress, uncertainty and a long checklist of to-dos. At Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, the Installation Reception Center exists to remove that burden from Soldiers and their Families. Whether someone is arriving solo or with dependents, the IRC’s structured onboarding process ensures they’re not facing it alone.
8/21/25
When a Soldier commits a UCMJ offense, it may be tempting for command teams to distance themselves from the situation, especially if the Soldier is being separated from the Army, but it is precisely in these circumstances that leaders must step up.
8/19/25
Financial Frontline, the Army’s online hub of financial readiness resources for Soldiers, Families, leaders and service providers, has a new web address that will continue to house videos, checklists, handouts and other essential budgeting and money-focused materials.
8/14/25
The Teenvenuti welcome program greets newcomer students with peer-led tours of the historic city center. This Child and Youth Service student-centered initiative has supported the Vicenza military community for over a decade.
8/13/25
U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii’s School Liaison Office welcomed principals, vice principals and educators from more than 18 local schools to Schofield Barracks Aug. 12 for a luncheon aimed at deepening collaboration between the Army and the educational community. The event featured presentations from the Garrison’s Natural and Cultural Resources Departments and the Hawaiian Civic Club of Wahiawa, spotlighting unique opportunities for students to engage in programs that connect them with both military and local heritage.
8/13/25
Back to school starts soon, and the 405th Army Field Support Brigade Safety Office is asking that we exercise extreme caution while operating our motor vehicles on the roads, especially when approaching areas where there may be small children and when traveling along school bus routes and nearby schools and daycare centers.
8/8/25
Last night in the nation's capital, five young Americans from across the Defense Department came together for the chance to be named the 2025 National Military Youth of the Year, and one walked away with the honor and the opportunity to be named the Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Youth of the Year.
8/7/25
The Vicenza Library celebrated the achievements of 338 summer reading program participants Thursday at Caserma Ederle, recognizing nearly 395,000 minutes of reading across four age categories.
8/1/25
The Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force launched a 24/7 call center today to help service members, Defense Department civilians and their families with their government moves. Service members can call 833-MIL-MOVE (833-645-6683), email PCSCallCenter@mail.mil or visit the PCS JTF Spotlight webpage for support.
8/1/25
Community members from across the Garrison came together at Clay Kaserne Chapel on Tuesday to honor the service and sacred mission of the United States Army Chaplain Corps with a 250th anniversary picnic celebration.
