MANSFIELD, Ohio—A major hurdle for the 179th Airlift Wing was crossed with the recent passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for 2015. The legislation, which was signed by President […]
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President Signs National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2014 – President Barack Obama today signed the annual legislation that keeps the Defense Department running. The “Carl Levin and Howard P. ‘Buck’ McKeon National Defense Authorization […]
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Major General Ashenhurst to leave position as Ohio Adjutant General
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Maj. Gen. Deborah A. Ashenhurst, Ohio’s 81st adjutant general, will leave the position of Ohio adjutant general effective Jan. 10, 2015, and continue her service at the […]
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Chaplains seek to spread joy at the 179th Airlift Wing
Chaplain Lt. Col. David Shirley at the 179th Airlift Wing said he loves it when he can help make people smile, adding, “I like to see people happy, and I […]
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Rear admiral responds to reporters’ questions, and one young girl’s
Pentagon Press Sec. Navy Rear Adm. John Kirby opened a December 12 press briefing up to questions. The questions he fielded were largely about the Islamic State of Iraq and […]
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179th Airlift Wing engages families with ‘Winter Wonderland Celebration’
The 179th Airlift Wing transformed into a “Winter Wonderland” Sunday, as unit members and their families celebrated the Christmas season through fun and festive activities. The “Winter Wonderland Celebration” featured […]
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Sailors and Marines spell out ‘Ohio’ for the Buckeyes
GULF OF ADEN – Sailors and Marines from Ohio spell out the state’s name on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) to show support […]
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179th receives Safety Outstanding Achievement Award
Brig. Gen. Michael R. Taheri, commander of the Air National Guard Readiness Center presents the Air National Guard Director of Safety Outstanding Achievement Award to Col. Gary A. McCue, commander […]
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Marine Corps sergeant visits Galion Middle School
GALION, OHIO – Students at the Galion Middle School recently had a unique opportunity to hear from a distinguished local veteran. United States Marine Corps Sergeant Brian Nutter spoke to students […]
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Bridget McDaniel named to Federal Military Jobs Commission
State Senator Larry Obhof (R–Medina) recently announced the appointment of Bridget T. McDaniel of Richland County, Ohio to serve as a member of the Federal Military Jobs Commission. The commission […]