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June 9, 2026
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NM Base Pilots Hydrogen Generator 

Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico has been chosen to host a hydrogen back-up generator at the base’s water supply system, according to an Air Force report. Partnering with Prometheus Hydrogen, the system will provide energy redundancy in case of an emergency while mitigating many of the vulnerabilities of diesel generators.  

NC Gov. Signs Executive Order for Military Communications 

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein signed an executive order calling for the creation of military affairs coordinators for each cabinet agency to help provide better communication across state military resources. The Carolina Journal reported that the program will help military members and their families access support resources. 

Air Force photo by Abbigayle Williams

June 9, 2026
In Our Communities | On Base | State/Local

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