From Grinch greetings to Santa sightings, the holidays come to troopsHoliday helpers have been busy, as plenty of organizations and individuals have been working to make the days a bit brighter for troops and their families.By Karen Jowers5 months ago
Santa catches a ride with troops to bring Christmas to Alaska villageForget the sleigh powered by a herd of flying reindeer. Santa and Mrs. Claus hopped on military transports to deliver Christmas to a Tlingit village.5 months ago
NORAD Santa tracker started in the Cold War. Now it’s a holiday stapleNORAD typically scans the heavens for potential threats. But on Christmas Eve, volunteers are fielding questions like, “When is Santa coming?"5 months ago
How the Army is engaging soldiers to write and read more on key issuesThe Army wants soldiers to do more military reading and writing, as its leaders hope to capture feedback from the force on how to fight the next war.By Todd South7 months ago
Alaska National Guard performs medical mission while shuttling SantaAn Alaska National Guard helicopter was shuttling Santa, Mrs. Claus and gifts to an Alaska Native village when it had to make a lifesaving detour.18 months ago
Marines deliver toys to remote areas of Alaska for Toys for TotsMarine Corps Reserve troops help deliver toys to children in remote areas of Alaska.By Jonathan Lehrfeld2 years ago