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Preventive medicine keeps soldiers in the fight
The unforgiving terrain of the Nangarhar, Nuristan, Konar and Laghman provinces in eastern Afghanistan hosts hoards of insects and wildlife that create quite a hairy situation when it comes to cohabitating with troops. Mosquitoes and sand flies present a particular challenge because they can be carriers of vector-borne diseases such as Malaria…
Command Sgt. Major Brown brings perspective, experience to Afghanistan
“Going into a unit with a historical reputation was a pleasure … coming back and serving with that same unit years later – wearing the [screaming eagle] patch on both shoulders – is an honor.” — Army Command Sgt. Maj. James M. Brown
Rangers, Rakkasans reflect on shared Afghan experience
U.S. Army Lt. Col. David Fivecoat, battalion commander of 3rd Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment, presented a special plaque to the Macedonian commander that boasted a battle-ax engraved with the historic Rakkasan Torii.
Fort Campbell loses five soldiers in Afghan conflict
A memorial service will be held for five soldiers who died this week in Afghanistan. Fort Campbell also holds a monthly Eagle Remembrance Ceremony. The next ceremony will be held Sept. 8 at 4 p.m.
APSU enrollment reaches new high
APSU has 10,539 students enrolled for Fall 2010 – an increase of more than 752 students enrolled on Day 1 in 2009, a 7.7 percent increase – according to figures from the registrar’s office.
Product recall notices issued
Consumer product safety recall notices issued for gas smokers, baby hammocks and TV wall mounts.
Agribusiness team assists Afghan farmers develop agricultural resources
Kentucky National Guard’s Agribusiness Team are helping Afghanistan’s farmers to become agriculturally self-sufficient and develop their agricultural marketplace. The National Guard task force is composed of a mix of Army National Guard Soldiers and Air National Guard Airmen with a variety of skills and backgrounds in agriculture matters.
Task Force Taskmaster celebrates Iftar
It is a custom for Muslims to celebrate iftar, the evening meal where they break their fast during the holy month of Ramadan. It is not often soldiers are part of the religious ceremony usually shared among the Afghan communities.
Fort Campbell soldier serves “to pay back debt” to America
“I’ve always felt that I’ve had to prove myself as an American citizen … that my way of paying back this country has been to serve it as long as I’m allowed.” — U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Gabriel Villalobos
Nightly lane closures on Wilma Rudolph Blvd bridge crossing
TDOT announces construction work at Wilma Rudolph Boulevard’s Tarpley Bridge will necessitate nightly lane closures for a brief time. This construction work is part of the state’s Better Bridges program.
Medics return to Fort Campbell from Iraq
“The soldier-medics of the 501st Area Support Medical Company…Their performance has clearly contributed to the success of the mission in OIF.” — Col. Stephen C. Phillips
Kentucky’s MED Week celebrates minority business
MED Week of Kentucky celebrates and recognizes the success of minority businesses and those that support minority enterprise development.
Iron Rakkasans provide security for peace jirga
Nearly 600 tribal leaders and elders from local villages listen to speeches during a recent peace meeting held at Forward Operating Base Kahyr Khot Castle in the Zarghun Shar District.
LBL hosts Summer Finale, County Fair and Storytelling Festival
LBL’s “Summer Finale” offers storytelling, nature hikes, music, canoe trips, and a visit by Smokey Bear.
Consumer products recall notices issued
Recalls include Leverage Gym systems, THHN electrical wire, and outdoor folding chairs.
Soldiers train on life-saving IED detection equipment in Afghanistan
NIITEK corporation are teaching a Husky-Mounted Detection System Operators Course in Afghanistan that is designed to help soldiers install and use the latest available ground penetrating radar technology to locate IEDs, before they can cause injuries.
Fort Campbell soldiers killed in Afghanistan
IED’s claim lives of two 101st Airborne Division soldiers in Afghanistan.
G.I. Jobs names APSU “military friendly” school
Military Friendly Schools were chosen based on a postsecondary institution’s policies, efforts and results used to recruit and retain military and veteran students.
Project to build Lake Barkley, Kentucky Lake bridges moves into new design phase
Basket handle arch spans will form ‘signature gateway’ to Land Between The Lakes.
Leslie Carroll named U.S. Army’s “top civilian”
Fort Campbell ontracting director Leslie H. Carroll takes 2010 recipient of the Association of the U.S. Army’s Joseph Cribbins Army Civilian Award.
Turkey Bay OHV area offers All-Terrain Vehicle training
Turkey Bay Off-Highway Vehicle Area, at Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area, is offering training for All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) riders to help them learn the skills necessary to ride safe while having fun. Users will learn valuable lessons about protecting themselves and respecting the outdoors while riding. Professionals from the ATV Safety Institute have [...]
Campfire caution at Land Between the Lakes
Golden Pond, KY – Visitors to Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area are advised to use extreme caution until further notice when having open campfires. Due to drought conditions and high temperatures, the risk for wildfires is a concern at LBL. The greatest area of concern remains backcountry campsites, where dry, grassy areas [...]
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