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More information about George McGovern's military service
I received the following email from John Meinhold, whoselate father Chief Master Sgt. RobertMeinhold served with George McGovern in the Fifteenth Air Force Command. John details some interesting and ...
Posted on 10/29/12 at 10:33 AM
Military blogs: an update
An update now on the post I wrote just before Memorial Day. I threw out a question, "Wouldn't it be great for someone to write a blog to honor our fallen soldiers?" I heard a resounding "YES" from so...
Posted on 6/2/11 at 3:08 PM
Should gays be allowed to serve openly in the military?
To get the debate going, here's part of an analysis published today by Associated Press national security writer Robert Burns: Analysis: Signs point to shift on gays in military WASHINGTON (AP) &mdas...
Posted on 2/3/10 at 9:00 AM
Military furloughs affect Ellsworth Air Force Base
RAPID CITY (AP) — The military's plan to furlough civilian employees to save money will affect an estimated 566 workers at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota.May 17, 2013
Nuke trouble in ND: Air Force removes 17 officers
By Robert Burns , May 09, 2013
Air Force officials vow decision on expanded bomber training by March
SIOUX FALLS (AP) — An Air Force decision on its plan to more than triple the airspace that can be used in training exercises for Dakotas-based B-1 and B-52 bombers is expected in March, Air Force chief of staff Gen. Mark Welsh said Wednesday.By Dirk Lammers , May 08, 2013
SD governor urges recognition of military service
PIERRE (AP) — South Dakota Gov. Dennis Daugaard says people should take time this month to recognize the sacrifices and successes of those who have served in the U.S. military.May 07, 2013
SD Air Guard has new assistant adjutant general
Brig. Gen. Matthew P. Jamison takes over the position from outgoing assistant adjutant general, Brig. Gen. Wayne M. Shanks.May 06, 2013
Confederate flags removed from Hot Springs VA hospital
HOT SPRINGS (AP) — Veterans Affairs officials have once again removed two Confederate flags from a display at a Veterans Affairs hospital in the southwestern South Dakota city of Hot Springs, and the agency says the move is permanent this time.May 02, 2013
Governor welcomes Guard troops back home
RAPID CITY (AP) — Gov. Dennis Daugaard and Maj. Gen. Tim Reisch welcomed home members of a Rapid City-based Army National Guard unit Tuesday morning.April 30, 2013
Noem frowns on confederate flags
By Denise Ross , April 26, 2013
Sen. Johnson condemns Confederate flags at VA
VA Black Hills Health System Director Steve DiStasio says the flags were put back on display because of their historical significanceApril 25, 2013
Confederate flags are back at Hot Springs VA center; so is outrage
HOT SPRINGS (AP) — Confederate flags are flying again at a southwestern South Dakota veterans hospital, upsetting two patients who first complained about the flags and then say officials allowed them to complete a hospital program early.April 25, 2013
PHOTO: Mitchell Marine earns medal
April 24, 2013
Dems, GOP press Obama administration on drone use
April 23, 2013
LETTER: Veterans’ sacrifices being disrespected
When you are at or near our cemeteries, look over at the veterans’ headstones. Then imagine each veteran standing next to their stone looking back at you.By Keith Davidson , April 20, 2013
14 soldiers from 927th Engineer Detachment return Sunday to Sioux Falls
The South Dakota Army National Guard ceremony is being held at 11 a.m. at the Holiday Inn City Center in Sioux Falls.April 19, 2013
Confederate flag removed at Hot Springs VA hospital
HOT SPRINGS (AP) — Officials at the Veterans Affairs medical center in Hot Springs have removed a Confederate flag from a historical display after some patients complained.April 18, 2013
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