Presidio of Monterey School Liaison Officer Prepares Families for Kindergarten
7/30/25
Blanca Felix, the school liaison officer for the U.S. Army Garrison Presidio of Monterey, held a Kindergarten Here We Come workshop July 28, 2025.
July 2025 Articles
DOD Moves Forward With PCS Overhaul After HomeSafe Alliance Contract Terminated
7/28/25
The Defense Department's Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force is taking decisive steps to stabilize the military move process following the termination of its contract with HomeSafe Alliance, June 18, 2025.
USAG Hawaii Celebrates 250 Years of Army Chaplain Corps With Community Event
7/29/25
The Religious Support Office welcomed Families and service members to Richardson Pool on Friday for a historic celebration marking 250 years of sacred service by the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps.
7th ID Korean War Hero Honored With JBLM Building Dedication
8/1/25
Army Cpl. Frederick Arthur Higgins, a 7th Infantry Division Silver Star awardee who risked his life to aid and transport wounded Soldiers during the Korean War while he was wounded too, was honored with the July 30, 2025, Joint Base Lewis-McChord building dedication of Higgins Hall Soldier Service Center.
U.S. Army Garrison Italy Marks 60 Years of Army Community Service
7/24/25
Sixty years ago, Lt. Col. Robert Elkowitz’s parents had just married, his mother was four months pregnant, and his father was preparing to deploy to Vietnam.
Keys to Successful Delivery of Household Goods During Summer Peak PCS Season
7/24/25
The Consolidated Personal Property Shipping Office under Base Support Operations Transportation, 405th Army Field Support Brigade, is committed to providing exceptional support to military members serving in Europe, and this support is extra important during the Summer Peak PCS Season.
USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Baumholder CYS Earns $32,500 in Grants, Advances Tech, Civic Engagement Programs
7/18/25
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz’ Baumholder Child and Youth Services continues its role as a pioneer in youth development, earning two major grants totaling $32,500 to grow its tech-based and community-focused programming.
Peak PCS Season: Navigating the Skies With Air Mobility Command, Patriot Express
7/17/25
For thousands of U.S. military personnel and their Families embarking on Permanent Change of Station moves to or from Europe, the Air Force’s Air Mobility Command serves as the backbone of their journey. While commercial airlines handle much of the general air travel, AMC's dedicated Patriot Express flights remain a cornerstone for official military moves, offering a direct and often mandatory link across the Atlantic.
High Adrenaline Team Building Offered at No Cost to Army Units
7/14/25
Some Soldiers may notice a dissatisfied or listless feeling after returning from a deployment, which can be a sign that the high stress and adrenaline levels they experienced during combat are not subsiding. In some cases, the feeling, which could be a form of PTSD, fuels risky behavior, including driving under the influence, accidents and relationship conflict.
Spreading Messages of Hope, Encouragement Through Music
7/14/25
In support of the Army’s Senior Leader priorities and the Sergeant Major of the Army’s focus, the Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and Readiness has partnered with the United States Army Field Band to creatively share messages of hope and explain prevention concepts to prevent harmful behaviors, like suicide and self-harm.
Hawaii Soldier Named 2024 Athlete of the Year
7/3/25
Army Garrison Hawaii named 1st Lt. Faleniko Spino, an administrative officer with the 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, and a lifelong rugby player, the 2024 Athlete of the Year during a ceremony at garrison headquarters July 1.
Hohenfels Community Celebrates 249 Years of Freedom With Fest
7/3/25
Community members came together to enjoy food, entertainment and, by the end of the night, a sky full of fireworks during U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria’s Freedom Fest July 3, 2025 near Hohenfels, Germany.
USAG Stuttgart Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for Renovated Housing Units at Robinson Barracks
7/3/25
U.S. Army Garrison celebrated the completion of new and improved housing units for military families at a ribbon cutting this week in Zuffenhausen, Germany.
LRC Ansbach Food Service Team Brings ‘the Shine’ to Wings of Victory Warrior Restaurant
7/2/25
If you ever have the chance to visit the Wings of Victory Warrior Restaurant on Katterbach Army Airfield, U.S. Army Garrison Ansbach, one thing you’ll immediately notice is the shine, said Phil Brown. Thanks to the food service workers there assigned to Logistics Readiness Center Ansbach, the USAG Ansbach community dining facility is one of the cleanest and safest in Germany.
Limiting Alcohol Consumption, Embracing Alcohol-Free Adventures for a Fulfilling Summer
7/1/25
When the sun’s out, the fun’s out! Why not take advantage of summer by exploring new ways to enjoy your downtime? Consider incorporating more alcohol-free options into your sunny adventures to enrich this summer.
High Adrenaline Team Building Offered at No Cost to Army Units
7/1/25
Some Soldiers may notice a dissatisfied or listless feeling after returning from a deployment, which can be a sign that the high stress and adrenaline levels they experienced during combat are not subsiding. In some cases, the feeling, which could be a form of PTSD, fuels risky behavior, including driving under the influence, accidents and relationship conflict.