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October 12, 2021

A New Mexico Army National Guard unit has deployed within the U.S. to support federal efforts to resettle Afghan refugees, Stars and Stripes reported….

The new People First Center at Fort Hood, Texas is aimed at helping sexual assault victims or those who have had suicidal thoughts. The facility is “a very cordial, comfortable environment, responsive to any soldiers and victims,” said Lt. Gen. Gary Brito, the Army’s deputy chief of staff for personnel, according to AP….

The Lincoln Trail Area Development’s Mission Knox has worked with DOD on a compatible use plan connected to Fort Knox, Kentucky, a News Enterprise story said. “We’re working as a kind of intermediary on behalf of Fort Knox but also on behalf of our local communities in trying to ensure there’s collaboration amongst the installation,” District Executive Director Mike Burress said.

National Guard photo by Master Sgt. John Hughel

October 12, 2021

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