New Garrison CSM
News 10 now article on the change of responsibility ceremony for the Garrison CSM position.
Mom's crusade to honor hero son
Blog posting about renaming of street in honor of former 10th mountain division soldier, Pvt Isaac Cortes. On November 27th, 2007, while in Amerli, Iraq, his Humvee struck an IED and he was killed.
1st BCT soldiers make final deployment preparations
In just a few days, hundreds of Fort Drum troops will deploy to Afghanistan. news 10 Now's Katie Gibas spoke with the 1st Brigade's commander and soldiers about their final preparations before they begin their year-long deployment.
04 March 2010
Press Release - Division Command Sergeant Major Retirement Ceremony Thursday
FORT DRUM, NY -- A retirement ceremony honoring Command Sergeant Major
James W. Redmore will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, March 4 at the Commons
here.
CSM Redmore is retiring after 29 years of service in the Army. Redmore
recently served as the Division Command Sergeant Major.
CSM Redmore's bio is available at the following link:
http://www.drum.army.mil/sites/cmdgrp/DCSM.asp.
Media interested in attending the ceremony must meet at the media
operations center on Route 26 not later than 12:15 p.m. on the day of
the event.
James W. Redmore will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, March 4 at the Commons
here.
CSM Redmore is retiring after 29 years of service in the Army. Redmore
recently served as the Division Command Sergeant Major.
CSM Redmore's bio is available at the following link:
http://www.drum.army.mil/sites/cmdgrp/DCSM.asp.
Media interested in attending the ceremony must meet at the media
operations center on Route 26 not later than 12:15 p.m. on the day of
the event.
02 March 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Fort Scott native serving in Iraq receives promotion to Sergeant
10th Mountain Division soldier, Sgt. Clint Metcalf, was the focus of a short article on his recent promotion to the rank of E-5.
Law gives military spouses flexibility in residency
New national legislation can simplify tax time for military spouses by allowing them to maintain consistent residency in one state, even as they move to be with their service members at their duty stations.
The Military Spouses Residency Relief Act, passed by Congress in November, offers military spouses the same flexibility in choosing their state residency that service members have enjoyed for decades through the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. Tax year 2009 is the first during which military spouses can exercise this new right.
10th Mountain Division soldier, Sgt. Clint Metcalf, was the focus of a short article on his recent promotion to the rank of E-5.
Law gives military spouses flexibility in residency
New national legislation can simplify tax time for military spouses by allowing them to maintain consistent residency in one state, even as they move to be with their service members at their duty stations.
The Military Spouses Residency Relief Act, passed by Congress in November, offers military spouses the same flexibility in choosing their state residency that service members have enjoyed for decades through the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. Tax year 2009 is the first during which military spouses can exercise this new right.
Press Release- Garrison Command Sergeant Major Change of Responsibility Ceremony
Fort Drum, NY – The U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Drum will be conducting a Change of Responsibility Ceremony Wednesday, March 3 at 11:00 a.m. Command Sergeant Major Ronald D. Andrews will relinquish responsibilities to Command Sergeant Major John F. McNeirney.
CSM Andrews is retiring after serving 30 years in the Army. CSM McNeirney most recently served as the senior non-commissioned officer for the 91st MP Battalion, Fort Drum.
Media interested in covering the event should meet at the Media Operations Center on Rt. 26, Wednesday, March 3 at 10:30 a.m.
CSM Andrews is retiring after serving 30 years in the Army. CSM McNeirney most recently served as the senior non-commissioned officer for the 91st MP Battalion, Fort Drum.
Media interested in covering the event should meet at the Media Operations Center on Rt. 26, Wednesday, March 3 at 10:30 a.m.
28 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Editor's note: I am being called up for some National Guard duty and posts may be a little sporadic over the next 2 weeks. I'll try to keep this daily as much as I can.
Civil Air Patrol cadets first focus of new squad
Fort Drum chapter of Civil Air Patrol meets for first time on post.
Guest Essay: Bombs, deaths don't tell full story in Afghanistanarticle written by Air Force LTC Kent. B. White stating that effort of 10th Mountain Division troops to train Afghan counterparts is vital, yet under reported, aspect of mission to bring security to country.
Afghans make progress growing army, police
Army Times article on how Afghan police and army forces are improving with help from US military trainers, which include 10th Mountain Division troops.
Civil Air Patrol cadets first focus of new squad
Fort Drum chapter of Civil Air Patrol meets for first time on post.
Guest Essay: Bombs, deaths don't tell full story in Afghanistanarticle written by Air Force LTC Kent. B. White stating that effort of 10th Mountain Division troops to train Afghan counterparts is vital, yet under reported, aspect of mission to bring security to country.
Afghans make progress growing army, police
Army Times article on how Afghan police and army forces are improving with help from US military trainers, which include 10th Mountain Division troops.
27 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Army expects to avert new cuts
MCHUGH TESTIFIES: Owens has questions for his predecessor
Project gives quilts to wounded soldiers
A group of St. Lawrence County stitchers has made more than 400 memory quilts to let injured soldiers know they are in someone's heart.
MCHUGH TESTIFIES: Owens has questions for his predecessor
Project gives quilts to wounded soldiers
A group of St. Lawrence County stitchers has made more than 400 memory quilts to let injured soldiers know they are in someone's heart.
26 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
2nd BCT Commander Interview on the Morning Show
2nd BCT Commander Colonel David Miller says that troops are facing a much different scenario in Iraq during interview with WWNY-TV hosts.
Funding Frozen For Military Spouse Education Program
Under the Military Spouse Career Advancement Account program, the husbands or wives of military personnel are eligible to receive up to $6,000 to pursue further education.
Last week, the Defense Department abruptly stopped the program, telling students on the MyCAA website that the program was under review.
Army Secretary: No more cuts for Fort Drum
Army Secretary John McHugh says he's hopeful Fort Drum won't see any more cuts next year. McHugh, speaking with Bill Owens Thursday, said the Army should be more financially stable next year and he doesn't think cuts will be necessary.
2nd BCT Commander Colonel David Miller says that troops are facing a much different scenario in Iraq during interview with WWNY-TV hosts.
Funding Frozen For Military Spouse Education Program
Under the Military Spouse Career Advancement Account program, the husbands or wives of military personnel are eligible to receive up to $6,000 to pursue further education.
Last week, the Defense Department abruptly stopped the program, telling students on the MyCAA website that the program was under review.
Army Secretary: No more cuts for Fort Drum
Army Secretary John McHugh says he's hopeful Fort Drum won't see any more cuts next year. McHugh, speaking with Bill Owens Thursday, said the Army should be more financially stable next year and he doesn't think cuts will be necessary.
25 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Hanson takes pride in serving his country
10th Mountain Division soldier Michael Hanson focus of story in Westby WI newspaper article.
Fly to Glory Mixer
The Army Aviation Association of American jointly and The Association of the United States Army will partner to host a monthly mixer at the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 277th Aviation Hanger on Fort Drum on Thursday, February 25 from 6 pm to 8 pm.
Office provides honor guards
Fort Drum home to NY Army National Guard Honor Guard Detachment.
10th Mountain Division soldier Michael Hanson focus of story in Westby WI newspaper article.
Fly to Glory Mixer
The Army Aviation Association of American jointly and The Association of the United States Army will partner to host a monthly mixer at the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 277th Aviation Hanger on Fort Drum on Thursday, February 25 from 6 pm to 8 pm.
Office provides honor guards
Fort Drum home to NY Army National Guard Honor Guard Detachment.
24 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Fort Drum/I-81 connector plans still a go, on schedule
Officials at the state Department of Transportation said plans for the Fort Drum connector are still intact and on schedule.
Officials at the state Department of Transportation said plans for the Fort Drum connector are still intact and on schedule.
Press Release- Mountain Remembrance Ceremony
FORT DRUM, NY -- A Mountain Remembrance Ceremony will be held Thursday,
February 25, 4:30 p.m. at the Main Post Chapel here to honor a fallen
10th Mountain Division Soldier.
Pfc. Thomas E. Hodge II, 28, of Waynesboro, Va will be honored at the
ceremony
Pfc. Hodge died Jan. 9 in Mt. Solon, Va. while on leave from duty in
Iraq.
Media interested in covering the ceremony should be at the Media
Operations Center on Route 26 no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the
event.
February 25, 4:30 p.m. at the Main Post Chapel here to honor a fallen
10th Mountain Division Soldier.
Pfc. Thomas E. Hodge II, 28, of Waynesboro, Va will be honored at the
ceremony
Pfc. Hodge died Jan. 9 in Mt. Solon, Va. while on leave from duty in
Iraq.
Media interested in covering the ceremony should be at the Media
Operations Center on Route 26 no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the
event.
Press Release- AAAA/AUSA Mixer at Fort Drum Thursday
FORT DRUM- The Army Aviation Association of America and the Association
of the United States Army will partner to host a mixer at the 10th
Combat Aviation Brigade, 277th Aviation Hangar, Wheeler Sack Army
Airfield, Thursday, February 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
The 10th CAB will present awards to aviation Soldiers and have static
displays of aircraft and equipment demonstrating their war fighting
capabilities.
Col. Pedro G. Almeida, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade commander and
Maureen P. Cean, AUSA Chapter President, will be available for
interviews.
For more information regarding the sponsor organizations, please visit
the following links for AAAA and AUSA information:
http://www.quad-a.organd http://www.ausa.org.
Media interested in attending this event must R.S.V.P. by 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, Feb. 25 by contacting Fort Drum public affairs at
315-772-7267.
All media will meet with 10th CAB PAO at the Media Operation Center on
Rt 26 by 5:30 p.m., Feb. 25.
of the United States Army will partner to host a mixer at the 10th
Combat Aviation Brigade, 277th Aviation Hangar, Wheeler Sack Army
Airfield, Thursday, February 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
The 10th CAB will present awards to aviation Soldiers and have static
displays of aircraft and equipment demonstrating their war fighting
capabilities.
Col. Pedro G. Almeida, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade commander and
Maureen P. Cean, AUSA Chapter President, will be available for
interviews.
For more information regarding the sponsor organizations, please visit
the following links for AAAA and AUSA information:
http://www.quad-a.organd http://www.ausa.org.
Media interested in attending this event must R.S.V.P. by 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, Feb. 25 by contacting Fort Drum public affairs at
315-772-7267.
All media will meet with 10th CAB PAO at the Media Operation Center on
Rt 26 by 5:30 p.m., Feb. 25.
23 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
What are the warning signs for troubled soldiers?
The minute Fort Drum soldiers return home from deployment, they go through checkups on both physical and mental well-being. They repeat this process about four months later. As our Brian Dwyer reports, members of the 3rd Brigade are getting closer to that second checkup and officials want to make sure they're not missing any warning signs of trouble ahead.
The minute Fort Drum soldiers return home from deployment, they go through checkups on both physical and mental well-being. They repeat this process about four months later. As our Brian Dwyer reports, members of the 3rd Brigade are getting closer to that second checkup and officials want to make sure they're not missing any warning signs of trouble ahead.
21 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Author tells the story of 3rd BCT soldiers deployed to Afghanistan
If you have ever wondered what it's really like for Fort Drum soldiers deployed in Afghanistan, Mike Tucker has captured it in his latest book "Bring The Heat." As our Katie Gibas tells us, Tucker was embedded with the 3rd Brigade for their entire deployment, and there were several times he didn't think he would live to tell the story.
Dedicated Non-commissioned Officer Boosts Morale Through Food
10th Mountain Division soldier, Sgt. John Barnes, focus of story about how he raised morale for unit.
Soldier receives two purple hearts
10th Mountain Division soldier, Spc Randy Moore, focus of story on Gainesville, Tx television station.
JRC-Fort Drum contracts reinstated
The Jefferson Rehabilitation Center's contract was fully reinstated. This means the JRC won't have to make up a $350,000 deficit, the amount the center's contract with Fort Drum was expected to be cut, meaning they'd have to scale back workers hours significantly.
If you have ever wondered what it's really like for Fort Drum soldiers deployed in Afghanistan, Mike Tucker has captured it in his latest book "Bring The Heat." As our Katie Gibas tells us, Tucker was embedded with the 3rd Brigade for their entire deployment, and there were several times he didn't think he would live to tell the story.
Dedicated Non-commissioned Officer Boosts Morale Through Food
10th Mountain Division soldier, Sgt. John Barnes, focus of story about how he raised morale for unit.
Soldier receives two purple hearts
10th Mountain Division soldier, Spc Randy Moore, focus of story on Gainesville, Tx television station.
JRC-Fort Drum contracts reinstated
The Jefferson Rehabilitation Center's contract was fully reinstated. This means the JRC won't have to make up a $350,000 deficit, the amount the center's contract with Fort Drum was expected to be cut, meaning they'd have to scale back workers hours significantly.
20 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Iraqi Federal Police prove capabilities, take over former US Security Station
BAGHDAD – The Government of Iraq took ownership of Joint Security Station 799 from Company C, 2nd Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, during a ceremony here, Feb. 14.
A belated Christmas
10th Mountain Division soldier, Pfc. Nicholas Kimball, was the focus of an AYER, MA newspaper article on his return from Afghanistan.
Brick Soccer Assoc. donates soccer balls for Iraqi kids
Recently BTSA donated a few soccer balls to members of the US Army 10th Mountain Division based out of Ft Drum, NY. They have been deployed to Kirkurk, Iraq, which is in the North Eastern part of the country, where they guard oil fields are part of their duty.
$300,000 in Drum funding restored, saving JRC jobs
Roughly $300,000 in funding for Fort Drum's Central Issue Facility has been fully restored, saving dozens of jobs provided by Jefferson Rehabilitation Center, the agency announced Friday.
BAGHDAD – The Government of Iraq took ownership of Joint Security Station 799 from Company C, 2nd Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, during a ceremony here, Feb. 14.
A belated Christmas
10th Mountain Division soldier, Pfc. Nicholas Kimball, was the focus of an AYER, MA newspaper article on his return from Afghanistan.
Brick Soccer Assoc. donates soccer balls for Iraqi kids
Recently BTSA donated a few soccer balls to members of the US Army 10th Mountain Division based out of Ft Drum, NY. They have been deployed to Kirkurk, Iraq, which is in the North Eastern part of the country, where they guard oil fields are part of their duty.
$300,000 in Drum funding restored, saving JRC jobs
Roughly $300,000 in funding for Fort Drum's Central Issue Facility has been fully restored, saving dozens of jobs provided by Jefferson Rehabilitation Center, the agency announced Friday.
19 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Soldiers train for air traffic on ground with computers
News 10 Now article on the Army's newest training aid and how it's really the only true training some of these soldiers get as air traffic controllers.
Fort Drum Soldiers Absorb The Culture & Languages Of Afghanistan
As they get ready for their upcoming deployment to Afghanistan, soldiers with Fort Drum's 1st Brigade Combat Team are getting a crash course in the language and culture of the country.
7 News Series: Fort Drum Past, Present & Future
Part 1 of a 3 part article on the history of the 10th Mountain Division and their time at Fort Drum.
Feedback: A Look Back At Fort Drum's Dramatic Expansion
Part 2 of a 3 part article on the history of the 10th Mountain Division and their time at Fort Drum.
7 News Special Report: Fort Drum's Deployments & Future
Part 2 of a 3 part article on the history of the 10th Mountain Division and their time at Fort Drum.
News 10 Now article on the Army's newest training aid and how it's really the only true training some of these soldiers get as air traffic controllers.
Fort Drum Soldiers Absorb The Culture & Languages Of Afghanistan
As they get ready for their upcoming deployment to Afghanistan, soldiers with Fort Drum's 1st Brigade Combat Team are getting a crash course in the language and culture of the country.
7 News Series: Fort Drum Past, Present & Future
Part 1 of a 3 part article on the history of the 10th Mountain Division and their time at Fort Drum.
Feedback: A Look Back At Fort Drum's Dramatic Expansion
Part 2 of a 3 part article on the history of the 10th Mountain Division and their time at Fort Drum.
7 News Special Report: Fort Drum's Deployments & Future
Part 2 of a 3 part article on the history of the 10th Mountain Division and their time at Fort Drum.
18 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Report faults officers' absence in Afghan ambush that killed 5 U.S. troops, 3 Fort Drum officers reprimanded
Three 10th Mountain Division officers have been reprimanded after the investigation into a deadly ambush in Afghanistan, according to McClatchy Newspapers.
Event encourages women to bloom
CONFERENCE SET: Public may hear 'Three Cups of Tea' author speak, attend workshops at Drum
Three 10th Mountain Division officers have been reprimanded after the investigation into a deadly ambush in Afghanistan, according to McClatchy Newspapers.
Event encourages women to bloom
CONFERENCE SET: Public may hear 'Three Cups of Tea' author speak, attend workshops at Drum
17 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Jefferson County plans "Safe Haven" awareness push
County DSS officials, the DA and the Youth Bureau have come up with nearly a dozen such places called "safe havens." They include county hospitals, the children's home, Watertown Fire and Police stations, Guilfoyle Ambulance and the Emergency Services building on Fort Drum. The Emergency Services building is located near the corner of Mt Belvedere Blvd and South Riva Ridge Loop.
Soldiers Sign Over Joint Security Station to Iraqi Federal Police
The Government of Iraq took ownership of Joint Security Station 799 from Company C, 2nd Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, during a Feb. 14, ceremony.
N.C. crash seriously injures Kennewick soldier
10th Mountain Division soldier, Sgt Caleb Darling, who survived two tours of duty in Afghanistan is fighting for his life at a North Carolina hospital after his car crashed into a tree.
Ferris W. Butler is Wednesday Hero
10th Mountain division soldier, Capt. Ferris W. Butler, is focus of blog post.
County DSS officials, the DA and the Youth Bureau have come up with nearly a dozen such places called "safe havens." They include county hospitals, the children's home, Watertown Fire and Police stations, Guilfoyle Ambulance and the Emergency Services building on Fort Drum. The Emergency Services building is located near the corner of Mt Belvedere Blvd and South Riva Ridge Loop.
Soldiers Sign Over Joint Security Station to Iraqi Federal Police
The Government of Iraq took ownership of Joint Security Station 799 from Company C, 2nd Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, during a Feb. 14, ceremony.
N.C. crash seriously injures Kennewick soldier
10th Mountain Division soldier, Sgt Caleb Darling, who survived two tours of duty in Afghanistan is fighting for his life at a North Carolina hospital after his car crashed into a tree.
Ferris W. Butler is Wednesday Hero
10th Mountain division soldier, Capt. Ferris W. Butler, is focus of blog post.
16 February 2010
Press Release- Soldiers now getting critical air traffic control training on Fort Drum
Fort Drum, NY - Media is invited to cover the first wave of Soldiers
training at Fort Drum's Wheeler-Sac Army Airfield new Air Traffic Control
Simulator. The simulator re-creates a wide range of real-life situations for
air traffic controllers, providing critical training and experience for
combat operations.
Training Soldiers and simulator subject matter experts will be on hand for
interviews.
Media interested in participating in the demonstration should be at the
Media Ops Center on Route 26 no later than 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 18.
Due to limited space please RSVP no later than Wednesday, February 17 by 4
p.m.
training at Fort Drum's Wheeler-Sac Army Airfield new Air Traffic Control
Simulator. The simulator re-creates a wide range of real-life situations for
air traffic controllers, providing critical training and experience for
combat operations.
Training Soldiers and simulator subject matter experts will be on hand for
interviews.
Media interested in participating in the demonstration should be at the
Media Ops Center on Route 26 no later than 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 18.
Due to limited space please RSVP no later than Wednesday, February 17 by 4
p.m.
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
1st BCT to embark on historic, unique mission
The 1st Brigade Combat Team is headed to Afghanistan as part of President Obama's call for a surge in troops. Officials are calling it not only a historic mission, but a unique one as well.
Soldier couple prepares to deploy together
10th Mountain Division soldiers, CW2 Eddie Hutchinson and Cpt. Laura Hutchinson, focus of story on couple being deployed to Afghanistan.
Army Spc. Christopher Regland of the 10th Mountain Division attends commissioning ceremony and gives first salute to brother who is in USMC.
The 1st Brigade Combat Team is headed to Afghanistan as part of President Obama's call for a surge in troops. Officials are calling it not only a historic mission, but a unique one as well.
Soldier couple prepares to deploy together
10th Mountain Division soldiers, CW2 Eddie Hutchinson and Cpt. Laura Hutchinson, focus of story on couple being deployed to Afghanistan.
Army Spc. Christopher Regland of the 10th Mountain Division attends commissioning ceremony and gives first salute to brother who is in USMC.
15 February 2010
10th Mountain Division News Roundup
Girl Scouts are 'sweethearts'
Wilton, CT Girl Scouts collected more than 100 boxes to be sent to the 10th Mountain Division for Valentine’s Day.
Museum in works for Philadelphia
OPENING IN SUMMER: Drum soldier Sgt. 1st Class Shawn P. Davis donated labor, materials to project
Wilton, CT Girl Scouts collected more than 100 boxes to be sent to the 10th Mountain Division for Valentine’s Day.
Museum in works for Philadelphia
OPENING IN SUMMER: Drum soldier Sgt. 1st Class Shawn P. Davis donated labor, materials to project
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