Military News
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19,000 paratroopers take part in 82nd Airborne Division All American Week Division Run
The song "Eye of the Tiger" blared from a sound system as more than 19,000 paratroopers with the 82nd Airborne Division kicked off All American Week early Monday with the Division Run.Published: 5/21/2013 01:58:13 AM -
Teen struck by car driven by Fort Bragg soldier Saturday remains hospitalized
A 16-year-old who was hit by a car while riding his bicycle on N.C. 210 near Spring Lake early Saturday remains hospitalized with hip and head injuries.Published: 5/21/2013 01:40:58 AM -
VA numbers show staggering effects of sexual abuse in military
WASHINGTON - New government figures underscore the staggering long-term consequences of military sexual assaults.Published: 5/20/2013 20:40:00 PM -
Crime report for Tuesday, May 21
Compiled from law enforcement reports, magistrates' records and court documents.Published: 5/20/2013 20:00:59 PM -
Need to Know for Tuesday, May 21
The Budweiser Red, White and Blue Festival on Thursday at Festival Park will feature a free concert with country singer Jason Michael Carroll and country band Parmalee; Clydesdale horses; and NASCAR's No. 29 car (driven by Kevin Harvick).Published: 5/20/2013 20:00:00 PM -
U.S. House approves revised Stolen Valor Act
People who falsely claim they have received a military medal in order to obtain money or government benefits could face up to a year in jail under legislation that easily passed the House on Monday.Published: 5/20/2013 20:00:00 PM -
Fundraising efforts to help amputee veterans get new homes to meet their needs
Retired Special Forces soldier John Masson and Marine Staff Sgt. Tom McRae lost their legs and left hands to bombs while fighting for their country. Now, the men need new homes designed for their needs as amputees.Published: 5/20/2013 02:57:24 AM -
People share stories, pray for fallen heroes at memorial at Cornerstone United Methodist Church
Around Memorial Day, hundreds of crosses bearing the names of Fort Bragg soldiers and Pope Field airmen killed in action are lined up in a Fayetteville churchyard.Published: 5/20/2013 02:56:12 AM -
More than 25 years of All American Week
The 82nd Airborne Division's All American Week is back this year after a one-year hiatus. The week begins Monday with the Division Run on Fort Bragg.Published: 5/19/2013 20:01:00 PM -
Need to Know for Monday, May 20
Public Schools First NC will hold an information session Tuesday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m. for parents, educators and residents interested in education issues.Published: 5/19/2013 20:00:00 PM -
Soldier charged in hit-and-run in Spring Lake; 16-year-old boy struck
A Fort Bragg soldier struck a 16-year-old boy in a hit-and-run incident early Saturday morning in Spring Lake, according to the State Highway Patrol.Published: 5/19/2013 13:30:42 PM -
Marker for fallen Union officer from Fayetteville placed at old courthouse Saturday
Symbolism loomed large Saturday morning at the dedication of a stone for Union Army Capt. Alexander McRae outside the old courthouse in downtown Fayetteville.Published: 5/19/2013 04:28:12 AM -
Home Front: Y'all not from around here, are you?
Whenever someone asks my kids where they're from, they usually say they "grew up" in Maine.Published: 5/18/2013 20:00:00 PM -
Military Rec: Fort Bragg's Learn to Swim lessons to start June 17
The Fort Bragg aquatics office is accepting registration for Learn to Swim, the program for its youth swim lessons.Published: 5/18/2013 20:00:00 PM -
Cape Fear region people serving in the military
News about Cape Fear region people serving in the military.Published: 5/18/2013 20:00:00 PM -
Need to Know for Sunday, May 19
The Fort Bragg Blood Donor Center is in need of blood donors Monday and Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. All blood types are welcome, although types AB and O are most in demand.Published: 5/18/2013 20:00:00 PM