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Total Soldier Enhancement Training impresses 'Strong' champion

Bennie Wylie was impressed, inspired, somewhat amazed, and exhausted after completing one session of Total Soldier Enhancement Training. Wylie, the reigning training champion of NBC Television's...

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Army to uncover revamped Family readiness training for leaders

Army readiness relies on the smallest element to be prepared. Many look at troop readiness as the key cog, but if you look a bit farther, it is imaginable that if the Family is not ready, neither is...

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"Run To Honor" campaign honors the fallen at 2017 Army Ten-Miler

FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command will feature its "Run to Honor" campaign at the Army Ten-Miler Expo in the D.C. Armory Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6 and 7....

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BOSS Strong "Dog" team attacks community service project at decorated VFW Post

Six Soldiers from Fort Meade, Maryland reached high during their community service project, putting sweat and intellect to work at Texas VFW Post 8541. Green team "Dog," one of five teams in San...

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They Run To Honor by trading tears for privilege at Army Ten-Miler

The price for privilege was paid with memories, miles and tears by these runners preparing to take on the U.S. Army's premier long-distance event, and they felt fortunate to dedicate their run to their...

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All-Army Sports runners defend International title at Army Ten-Miler

The clouds settled like a fall comforter over the Pentagon, but it was warm for October, and threatening rain along a slow moving front fueled by the remnants of tropical storm Nate. It was the kind of...

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Soldiers exhibit grit to the last grasp at BOSS Strong Championship

They didn't have to persevere for the sake of victory, and some of their bodies and minds clearly were exhausted. But for this group of Soldiers and Marines, not completing the final obstacle course at...

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Army MWR delivers functional fitness to troops at BOSS Strong Championship

To help bolster Soldier readiness, Army Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation ran troops through a plethora of functional fitness events at the 2017 BOSS Strong Championship in San Antonio.

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Soldier-Olympian marksman comes full circle with Total Soldier Enhancement...

Above the din of seemingly nonstop gunfire and combat boots running across a dusty shooting range -- pierced by the pings of bullets striking steel targets and the ricochets of errant slugs making dirt...

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Army NAF Benefits Open Enrollment 'tis the season for visiting your HRO

November 6 through December 1 'tis the season for U.S. Army Nonappropriated Fund employees to visit their NAF Benefits Human Resources Office and exercise their Open Enrollment options. "Let everybody...

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Great Army leadership does not come without practice

A pack of supervisors were drawn together in the classroom, hungry and ready to hunt, catch and hold the lesson plan prepared for them. Their appetites would ultimately be fulfilled by instructors who...

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Army officer resiliently masks Armed Forces Basketball farewell

Presidio of Monterey's 1st Lt. Michelle Ambuul exhibited tough-nosed resilience to help the All-Army women secure silver at the 2017 Armed Forces Basketball Championships. As if getting her nose broken...

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Stalwart leaders recognized for innovation, problem solving and future...

Joe Capps, chief of staff at the U.S. Army Installation Management Command, recognized 15 civilians for their leadership during the 2017 Garrison Commanders Conference. Joining Capps on stage to...

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Army Safety carries price, burden

The Army's strategic and financial SITREP is what helps define and focus resources on what is most important. At the heart of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command's "Service Culture...

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Army Housing Survey planned for January 2018

The Office of the Assistant Chief of Staff of Installation Management and the U.S. Army Installation Management Command G4 (Housing) are planning to launch the Army Family Housing Survey for on-post...

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Two more lugers give Army three Soldiers nominated for Winter Olympic Games

Lugers from the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program became the second and third Soldiers nominated to the U.S. Olympic Team on Dec. 16. Sgt. Matt Mortensen, with civilian Jayson Terdiman, finished...

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Selfless Employee, Naomi Wilkins, recognized for Army Birthday Ball success

Budgeting finances can be tricky but budgeting sponsors for the Army's biggest event makes personal finances look like a piece of cake. Naomi Wilkins, commercial sponsorship and advertising account...

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Seven Soldiers will compete in bobsled, luge in 2018 Winter Olympics

SAN ANTONIO -- Seven Soldiers will be among the other athletes representing the United States Feb. 9-25, in the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

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Installation Management Command provides Suicide Prevention Program Managers...

Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas -- Suicide Prevention is an integral component of the Army's Readiness and Resiliency strategy. The U.S. Army Installation Management Command Ready and...

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Edelweiss Lodge and Resort in Germany scheduled to reopen June 15

The Edelweiss Lodge and Resort in Garmisch, Germany, is scheduled to reopen June 15 for eligible service members, their families and other authorized gu...

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Army civilians help WWII vet celebrate 94th birthday

Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston — On a day when many San Antonians’ heads were tilted upward trying to catch of glimpse of the U.S. Air Force Th...

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Fort Belvoir passport office travels to IMCOM

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Military members and their families needing passports and visas will see few changes at the Fort Belvo...

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IMCOM hosts Legacy Leaders

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO – FORT SAM HOUSTON: Leaders from throughout the short but eventful history of U.S. Army Installation Management Command convened...

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Locked down in paradise: Resort uses down time to prepare for guests

GARMISCH, Germany -- The last year been a challenging one for members of the Armed Forces stationed worldwide. In Germany, the most recent COVID-19 loc...

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Time to vacation again: Edelweiss Lodge and Resort to reopen

GARMISCH, Germany -- The time has finally arrived, beginning May 21, to open the doors for service member guests at Edelweiss Lodge and Resort in beauti...

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A grateful nation bids farewell to a legendary Soldier

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- Maj. Gen. Timothy P. McGuire, U.S. Army Installation Management Command deputy commanding general, is...

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Winners honored with annual Army Lodging awards

U.S. Army Installation Management Command G9, Hospitality Programs, has announced the winners of the 2020 Lodging Operation of the Year, as well as the...

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Winners named in ‘Young Lives, BIG Stories’ 2021 contest

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, FORT SAM HOUSTON, TEXAS ─ Seven military children are winners and two received honorable mentions in the 2021 Young Lives, BIG S...

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AFRC Resorts welcome guests again

Service members, their families and retirees worldwide are rediscovering what it feels like to vacation once again. All four of the Armed Forces Recreat...

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Army addressing PCS-related issues as a top priority

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO - FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- The Army is addressing service members’ PCS (permanent change of station) issues this summer with a...

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New IMCOM leaders step up to serve global enterprise

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO – FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- With a global footprint encompassing 97 installations, 55,000 professionals and an $11 billion annua...

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Brig. Gen. Omuso George retires as IMCOM G8 Director

Brig. Gen. Omuso George’s 30 years of service in the U.S. Army were celebrated at his retirement ceremony July 16 at the Fort Sam Houston Theater.

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ROCKS members show the path for others

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- During the Vietnam War era, a group of Army officers attending the Command General Staff College at Fo...

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U.S. Army Installation Management Command is main effort for taking care of...

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas ─ Gen. Edward Daly, commanding general of U.S. Army Materiel Command, visited JBSA July 23 to discuss th...

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Five Army installations honored as 2020 Best Garrisons

Five installations, one from each directorate of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command, have been named IMCOM Directorates Best Garrisons for Pe...

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Noble’s efforts at Fort Hood net award

As a child growing up in Monaco on the banks of the Mediterranean Sea, Marion E. Noble developed a love for the environment that not only led to her car...

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IMCOM commander engages Army community partners

SAN ANTONIO ─ Lt. Gen. Douglas Gabram, Commanding General, U.S. Army Installation Management Command, welcomed military, business and civic leaders to t...

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IMCOM leaders focus on people, strengthening communities

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Every Army installation is unique, meaning no two garrison commanders have the exact same job.

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New SharePoint site streamlines public works training

The U.S. Army Installation Management Command’s PW GFEBS eTraining, known as GeT, is helping garrison Department of Public Works personnel to stay updat...

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IMCOM communications winners announced

Public affairs professionals from the U.S. Army Installation Management Command were named winners in the 2021 U.S. Army Materiel Command David G. Harri...

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J.C. Abney was longtime IMCOM professional, friend to many

J.C. Abney, a longtime IMCOM professional and friend to many in the Army community, passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2022, leaving behind a loving w...

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Esports tournament returns for fourth Soldier Showdown competition

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas – The Esports Soldier Showdown powered by USAA is kicking off its fourth gaming tournament on May 28, as...

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2021 Army Lodging Awards Announced

U.S. Army Installation Management Command G9, Hospitality Programs, has announced the 2021 Lodging Operation Award, as well as the Employee, Supervisor...

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Lt. Gen. Omar Jones assumes command of IMCOM

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- Omar J. Jones IV was promoted from two-star to three-star general and assumed command of U.S. Army Ins...

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CSM Copeland assumes the responsibility of IMCOM HQ

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas – Command Sergeant Major Jason R. Copeland assumed responsibility for U.S. Army Installation Management C...

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Town hall spotlights Army survivors and families

Supporting Army Survivors and Families was the subject of Tuesday’s virtual town hall event at IMCOM Headquarters.

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IMCOM hosts professional development training event for Retirement Services...

Reaching military retirement following years of service to our nation reflects the commitment and dedication by many Service Members who have chosen to...

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IMCOM’s Dr. Toya shares her story of service during Women’s History Month

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas - Like many young people, LaToya Sizer joined the U.S. Army to broaden her career opportunities.

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IMCOM leaders gather to discuss services, quality of life

More than 200 leaders from 80 Army garrisons worldwide converged in San Antonio for the annual Installation Management Command Garrison Command Team Con...

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Fort Leonard Wood receives Commander in Chief's Annual Award for Installation...

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- The Department of Defense announced Fort Leonard Wood as the U.S. Army’s best garrison and will award...

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