NCMAC's E.T. Mitchell shares how the new Wayne School of Technical Arts in Goldsboro is just one way the military in North Carolina keeps our economy thriving.
Read E.T.'s editorial here
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The installations across North Carolina often connect with their communities to share about their missions. In August, Pope Army Air Field welcomed a variety of community members, including aviation leaders, to engage with the airmen and their families.
The Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH) aims to increase business for North Carolina companies by connecting them with the Department of Defense. This also increases federal spending in the state, boosting North Carolina's economy.
Read more about what makes North Carolina desirable for DoD contracts: https://www.wral.com/dod-values-north-carolina-here-s-how-deftech-contributes-to-national-security/20356692/
Read more about what makes North Carolina desirable for DoD contracts: https://www.wral.com/dod-values-north-carolina-here-s-how-deftech-contributes-to-national-security/20356692/
Kenneth Macalpin, left, and Alexander Galloway, right, both firefighters with Camp Lejeune Fire and Emergency Services, put out a simulated aircraft fire during an airport firefighter practical on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 9, 2022. All personnel with Camp Lejeune Fire and Emergency Services are required to receive an airport firefighter certification in order to support any mission aboard Marine Corps Air Station New River.
*U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Alexis
*U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Alexis
"On September the 11th, enemies of freedom committed an act of war against our country...Americans have known the casualties of war, but not at the center of a great city on a peaceful morning." - George W. Bush to Congress and the Nation, September 20, 2001
Today we remember those who lost their lives during the attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and Pennsylvania. We remember those who were injured. We remember the families who were impacted.
Today we remember those who lost their lives during the attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and Pennsylvania. We remember those who were injured. We remember the families who were impacted.
Today is the National Day of Service. In honor of all those who have served in the armed forces since 9/11, Americans are encouraged to volunteer at VA national cemeteries. Volunteers will clean headstones and complete other beautification projects across the nation.
North Carolina is home to four veterans' cemeteries. Consider volunteering your time today and throughout the year in remembrance of those who have given their lives for our country.
North Carolina is home to four veterans' cemeteries. Consider volunteering your time today and throughout the year in remembrance of those who have given their lives for our country.
You are invited to register and attend the 2022 North Carolina Defense Summit (NCDS) in Raleigh, NC, on September 27, 2022, 8:30am to 4:30pm, at Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley, 4500 Marriott Dr., Raleigh, NC 27612.
This Inaugural Defense Summit presents best practices in advancing North Carolina as the most military, veteran, and defense industry-friendly state in the nation.
Summit objectives include:
1. Advocate for individual, community, and installation resilience
2. Build installation and military host-community partnerships
This Inaugural Defense Summit presents best practices in advancing North Carolina as the most military, veteran, and defense industry-friendly state in the nation.
Summit objectives include:
1. Advocate for individual, community, and installation resilience
2. Build installation and military host-community partnerships
Thirteen of the universities in North Carolina have an Army ROTC program. Each year, these programs graduate cadets who are commissioned into the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserves, and North Carolina National Guard. North Carolina's universities contribute to the defense sector through their research programs and by educating future Army officers.
With the start of the academic year, these campuses are welcoming new first-year cadets. We wish the cadets, new and returning, the best of luck this year!
With the start of the academic year, these campuses are welcoming new first-year cadets. We wish the cadets, new and returning, the best of luck this year!
The military has been present in North Carolina and bringing positive economic impacts for decades.
In August this year, Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City celebrated 82 years in North Carolina. Starting with a small team, the air station grew and now is the largest employer in northeast North Carolina, with a workforce of 2,000 military members and civilians.
In August this year, Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City celebrated 82 years in North Carolina. Starting with a small team, the air station grew and now is the largest employer in northeast North Carolina, with a workforce of 2,000 military members and civilians.
Tonight's episode of Side by Side with Nido Qubein on PBS North Carolina features retired U.S. Marine Corps, Colonel Vance Cryer.