In Our Communities

March 14, 2024
In Our Communities | On Base

The Army has signed a contract with two Huntsville, Alabama companies to help with weapons systems testing at Redstone Arsenal, Tribune News Service reported. Up to 600 workers will be involved. “The type of work we provide ranges from hands-on skilled technicians to degree engineers,” said Bill Colson, president of ASRI, which is partnering with Astrion….

Fort McCoy, Wisconsin’s local economic impact was an estimated $1.38 billion in fiscal year 2023, according to WLAX/WEUX. “This is a driver of the economy,” Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger said in 2023. “It’s because of the integration that we have in the local community.”

Army photo by Samantha Tyler

March 14, 2024
In Our Communities | On Base

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