Training partnership - key to overseas success

An American convoy approaches, a dusty trail of dirt and sand billowing behind. The vehicles form a perimeter around the town square, and the Soldiers are quickly greeted by men speaking Pashtu."It's not Afghanistan, but it's as realistic as we can make it," said Army Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Shay, an

Joint Base MDL Semi-Annual Hydrant Flushing Program

The 87th Civil Engineer Squadron through the base operations contractor, Pride Industries, flushes the fire hydrants every spring and fall. The hydrant-flushing program is very important to the maintenance of the bases water distribution system. During this process, it is not uncommon for a yellow,

Fire chief promotion

Joint base youth enjoy face time with 76ers

JB MDL offers program to collect unwanted prescription drugs

The National Take Back Initiative is set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Exchange and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tommy B's Community Activities Center April 28. This one-day initiative, sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration provides a venue for people to safely dispose of unwanted, unused and

72nd Soldier to represent Division East in First Army Soldier of the Year competition

His professionalism and military bearing caught the Brigade Command Sergeant Major's attention first. His grasp of military knowledge got the sergeant major thinking. Two months later, the sergeant major put his faith in that Soldier to the test. The Soldier, Spec. Timothy Andariese, did not let him

JB MDL contributes to Air Force 'green' initiatives

The Air Force is challenging every member of the Air Force family to do his or her part to conserve natural resources, minimize waste and prevent pollution as millions around the world observe Earth Day April 22."I challenge all Airmen to think about pollution prevention in new ways," said Gen.

JB MDL leadership recognize Quilts for Kids volunteers

SEAC renews faith in total force

Sergeant Maj. Bryan Battaglia, senior enlisted advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, visited Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst April 14 and 15.The SEAC is the principal military advisor to the chairman and the Secretary of Defense on all Total Force matters.Battaglia's visit to JB MDL

174th Infantry Brigade host golf tournament