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Fundamentals are key for Soldiers in Basic Combat Training at Fort Jackson

After firing shot groups on the zero range Soldiers in Basic Combat Training with Company B, 2nd Battalion, 60th Infantry Regiment at Fort Jackson, S.C., have their weapons cleared by their drill sergeants, July 14. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Brian Hamilton/ released FORT JACKSON, S.C. — Soldiers in basic combat training with

1st Battalion, 389th Promotions and Awards

Promotions and awards were the flavor of the day when the 1st Battalion, 389th Regiment gathered to recognize the hard work of some of their Soldiers and Drill Sergeants. In a ceremony hosted by commander Lt. Col. Carlos Mendez, Pvt. 1st Class Christopher Colon was promoted to Spec., Spec. Joshwa Lopez was promoted to Sgt.,

Canaan Valley — a Winter Wonderland

I still remember how proud I was the moment I first let my daughter go, let her face the wonder of gravity and thrill of speed all by herself. I watched her slide smoothly down the slope, moving cautiously from one turn into another, her eyes filled with wonder and delight, and I knew then

Exhilaration Destination: Blue Ridge Mountains of Hendersonville, NC

If a destination with open spaces and exhilarating adventure sounds enticing after a topsy-turvy 2020, immerse yourself in nature in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The artsy, outdoorsy town of Hendersonville offers a unique location in an elevated plateau framed by mountain ridges. Surrounding peaks make for beautiful sunrises and sunsets, while thousands