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The U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity has teamed with one of its commercial partners in the development of a novel medical device that may prove to be a "game-changer" in the frontline treatment of wounded warfighters. Created by TDA Research, Inc., and funded through the Defense Health Agency's Small Business
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD - A McChord C-17 Globemaster III took off Dec. 22 over the new underground bridge to commemorate the reopening of the McChord Field runway to its full, 10,100-foot operational length. This follows the 11-month closure of almost half of the runway due to two failing culverts under
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WASHINGTON - The Defense Finance and Accounting Service is planning to extend payroll collections for military and DOD civilians through December 2021 to reimburse a tax deferment designed to support personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic, officials said. A presidential memorandum signed in August temporarily paused a portion of Social Security, called
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD - Transitioning service members, military spouses, college students and local community members interned with Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) biologists and foresters in 90-day rotations throughout 2020 to gain hands-on experience with a wide range of environmental projects as part of a collaborative partnership between JBLM Fish and Wildlife and JBLM Forestry. "We're service members making leaders out of students and students making scientists out of service members," said Dennis Buckingham, conservation ecologist and internship coordinator. "Military participants are typically
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WASHINGTON (AFNS) - The Department of the Air Force released its report on the findings of an Air Force Inspector General independent review into racial disparity Dec. 21. The full report is available for download on AF.mil. The Secretary of the Air Force and the Air and Space Forces service
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U.S. Army Colonel Paul Schmitt, a Foreign Area Officer (FAO) stationed in Kyiv, Ukraine, was planning to retire after 30 years of service. Schmitt serves as the Army Attaché with the Defense Attaché Office (DAO) at the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine. The DAO represents the Department of Defense to the
Veterans
The motorcycles - two Harleys and a Victory - rumbled into a local Krispy Kreme parking lot. Jared Davis, Britt Anderson and Tim Thompson, Army veterans and members of the Warrior Brotherhood Veterans Motorcycle Club, dismounted and entered the business. Bikers having donuts - there's a picture for you. Polite and well spoken,
Health
The 21st century has seen the rise of anxiety and depression to become some of the more prevalent health concerns across all ages. According to the World Health Organization, depression is a widespread illness faced by about 264 million people of different age groups around the world. The prevalence of
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NATIONAL HARBOR, Maryland - Lt. Col. Luke Mease was awarded the Association of Military Surgeons of the United States (AMSUS) Preventive Medicine Award during the 2020 AMSUS Annual Meeting in National Harbor, Maryland, held Dec. 6-10. The AMSUS Annual Meeting is for military healthcare professionals and leaders to improve the effectiveness,
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The official Army-designed, -tested, and -refined face mask - the Combat Cloth Face Covering (CCFC) - will be provided to new soldiers during the second quarter of FY2021. This was one of the updates provided to the Army Uniform Board (AUB) during its 152nd meeting, which occurred on Nov. 18. In
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The first shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine arrived at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Tuesday morning, according to Lt. Gen. Randy George, base and I Corps commander. Because the vaccine was authorized for emergency use, he said it is "completely voluntary for everyone ... including military members." If you decline the shot, Madigan officials said it
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The Basic Allowance for Housing rates for 2021 were published by DOD today. In most instances, the BAH rates for service members who work at JBLM will increase anywhere between 4% to 9% depending on your rank. See attached graphic for 2020-2021 comparison. AD: Tricare covers TMS treatments for depression and anxiety.
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Photo: Mark Robinson, material handler (left), Pfc. Saurav Shrestha, 68J Medical Logistician, and Paul Russell, Chief of Logistics, inspect the first shipment of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Madigan Army Medical Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The first shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine arrived at Joint
Deals
Whether you're golfing at Eagles Pride or Whispering Firs, you'll be treated to the same $35 weekday special through October. Pay only $35 for greens fees and a shared cart, and you'll also get an $8 food voucher for the golf course diner at either Lacey Creek Café or
Health
Joint Base Lewis-McChord makes it easy to get out and be active during the National Physical Fitness and Sports Month beginning May 1. For the second year the Army is using the Strong B.A.N.D.S. (Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength) campaign to promote Soldier and Family health
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The 593rd Sustainment Brigade doesn't shy away from a chance to compete. The brigade's trophy case speaks for itself as it boasts numerous intramural awards including the 2012 Commander's Cup. It even has its own brigade competitions, which include the Ultimate Sustainer Competition, the Turkey Bowl football
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Forward Observers from 4th Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division "Raiders" were stationed on three outposts at Joint Base Lewis-McChord April 9 to 13. They scanned their sectors before calling in missions to a fire direction center as part of the Raider Brigade's "Fires Week," a training certification
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A wounded warrior reached a career milestone last week that appeared impossible five years ago. With the passing of the NCO sword, Command Sgt. Maj. John Blue assumed responsibility as the commander's chief enlisted adviser for 2nd Battalion, 357th Infantry Regiment, 189th Infantry Brigade. Command Sgt.
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ARLINGTON, Va. - There's an aquatic world beneath the surface of the Puget Sound that injured soldiers explore while earning scuba diving certifications. The unforgettable experience is part of Joint Base Lewis-McChord Soldier Recovery Unit's adaptive reconditioning program. For some, it's so much more than a certification program; it's a
Features
The city of Sumner is considered the "rhubarb pie capitol," but it also hosts quaint shops in its historic downtown area, especially antique shops. Alley on Main is three stores in one central location. The consignment store has fashion clothing, jewelry, accessories, refurbished and vintage furniture, and
