USARAK Civilian Saves A Life

Civilians who serve in the Department of Defense perform important work worldwide with active duty and reserve component mili¬tary members to protect the United States and its interests.Much of their work is done behind the scenes on the homefront, but for one U.S. Army Alaska civilian, his

Seward thanks service members with a day of fishing

Residents of this small fishing town opened their hearts and wallets last week for service members stationed in Alaska, continuing a tradition that organizers call the largest thank you of its kind in any of the United States.The 10th Annual Armed Services Combat Fishing Tournament, May 26, hosted

JBER hosts summer safety fair

Annual Motorcycle Safety Ride opens doors for mentorship

The Green Knights Military Motorcycle Club hosted the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Motorcycle Safety Ride May 26.As part of resiliency day, the ride provides an opportunity for new and experienced riders alike to hone their skills and develop mentoring relationships."It's a whole [crowd] of

Memorial Day: Military leaders honor and reflect

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson leadership, along with state and local government officials, gathered Monday at Memorial Day ceremonies in Anchorage and at the Fort Richardson National Cemetery to honor those who died serving their country.The events, which included patriotic music, guest speakers,

JBER Airmen and Soldiers participate in Army 10-miler qualifier

Maynard Smith - First enlisted Airman to earn the Medal of Honor

Maynard H. "Snuffy" Smith was born on May 19, 1911 at Cano, Michigan. The son of a school teacher and a prominent attorney with the Ford Motor Company who later became a judge, Smith grew up in an affluent environment, which largely allowed his family to escape the effects of the Great Depression of

JBER units conduct Joint Airborne and Air Transportability Training

JBER families participate in Armed Forces Color Run

The art of giving

Originating in the ancient Chamorro culture, Chenchule is a system of social reciprocity where everyone gives out of the kindness of their heart while expecting nothing in return."I grew up in Guam, the village of Dededo, and it was great," said Tech. Sgt. Daniel Dela Cruz, 703rd Aircraft