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Local Hot-Button Issues
As in any town the issues affecting the community are constantly ongoing, evolving, and being taken into consideration. As part of the military community I have to say the country options for upcoming deployments looks bleak, high operational tempo cycles, increasing military suicide rates, sequester cuts, families unraveling at the seams and the biggest one right now - PTSD and the care of our wounded warriors.
Going against his legal team, McNeill opts to not have his lawyers or family fight for his life with further testimony during the sentencing phase of the trial.
The Hope Mills man died from injuries at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center on Monday.
The Secretary of Defense approved the furlough for up to five days.
Building for America's Bravest, Tunnel to Towers Foundation and the Gary Sinise Foundation are partnering to make this dream come true for the Master Sgt. John Masson and his family.
Community leaders from Fayetteville and Fort Bragg gathered to honor local military spouses for their volunteer efforts.
It's swimming time.
When furloughs are implemented, most military commissaries will close one day a week on Mondays.
More than 2,000 museums across the nation will open their doors, free of charge, to service members and their families this summer.
The U.S. Army continues to train 'man’s best friend' to help detect explosives and keep U.S. service members and their partners safe.
Memorial Day means it's time to honor Lt. Michael Murphy, the first Medal of Honor recipient from Afghanistan.
Time to plan the summer day for your little ones.
Many of the tour dates are already sold out.
Sunday night under the stars, residents covered the lawn with blankets and chairs for the free concert.
Can you identify State Trooper vehicles in your state?
Obama lauds service members as heroes who helped to build a free and prosperous nation.
Scott Rigsby of Sandy Springs, GA, talks about how he helps families of wounded soldiers and others with physical challenges. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.
Lunch was served and clothing and shoes were given away Saturday afternoon downtown on Adam Street.
About 1,200 Old Guard Soldiers participated in the event this year, and about 220,000 graves received a flag.
Military moms and spouses are in for a day of fun and special treats. One lucky lady will even win a Chevy Cruz!
An acknowledgement and wreath laying ceremony is held every year near Memorial Day to honor fallen servicewomen.
