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How ‘Merry Christmas’ and ‘Happy Holidays’ reflect US military values
In this op-ed, an Army chaplain discusses how the military's commitment to religious freedom demonstrates the principles troops are sworn to defend.
By Chaplain (Maj.) Jordan Henricks
Federal judge shields another unvaccinated airman from punishment
The Air Force had approved 13 religious exemption requests to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate as of Feb. 21.
DC National Guard asked to provide support for upcoming trucker protest
Once again, the D.C. National Guard is being asked to help out with a protest, this time by truckers.
Judge temporarily exempts Air Force officer from vaccine mandate in religious freedom case
The order from the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia marks the first time a court has barred the Air Force from enforcing its mandate for a service member.
Air Force approves first religious exemptions to COVID-19 vaccine for 9 troops
For weeks, the Air Force said it granted no religious exemptions. Now it's approved the most in the military so far.
Unvaccinated airmen lose pay, benefits as Air National Guard yanks orders
Unvaccinated Guardsmen who are moved to the Individual Ready Reserve lose health and life insurance.
Elementary students speak to Space Force guardian
Lt. Col. Christopher Evey spent 18 years in the Air Force before joining the Space Force.
By Evan Bevins, News and Sentinel
Few airmen appeal vaccine exemption denials as COVID-19 cases spike
Air National Guard members now have until Dec. 31 to be fully vaccinated before facing punishment.
Air Force, Space Force pick 515 new chief master sergeants
About 18% of eligible airmen were chosen to become E-9s.
Here’s the Air Force’s plan to deal with unvaccinated airmen and guardians
A five-day clock begins once a vaccination exemption request or appeal is denied. Airmen who have still not received a first shot after that window are subject to discharge.
Community gathers for veteran’s funeral, family not located
Army Spc. Michael J. Gilmer died in late October in the Fort Harrison Veterans Affairs Medical Center’s intensive care unit.
By Nolan Lister, Independent Record