CAMP ATTERBURY, Ind. — U.S. Army Col. Frank Hooker, commander of the 157th Infantry Brigade, First Army Division East, and Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Lowery, the brigade senior enlisted advisor, share a holiday greeting with Soldiers, civilians and family members during the Christmas season at Camp Atterbury, Indiana, Dec. 19, 2025. The message recognized the dedication, sacrifice and continued support of the Falcon Brigade team and their families throughout the year. (U.S. Army video by Staff Sgt. Marie Alth)
FORT HOOD, Texas — For National Guard soldiers like Spc. Keara Conn, mission readiness is more than a buzzword — it’s a mindset forged through training, mentorship and an understanding of how split-second decisions affect lives. A native of Brewster, New York, Conn recently became certified in Theater Missile Warning (TMW) operations — a key component of the Army’s air and missile defense (AMD) enterprise. This is no small feat for...
FORT HOOD, Texas — For National Guard Soldiers like Spc. Keara Conn, mission readiness is more than a buzzword — it’s a mindset forged through training, mentorship and an understanding of how split-second decisions affect lives. A native of Brewster, New York, Conn recently became certified in Theater Missile Warning (TMW) operations — a key component of the Army’s air and missile defense (AMD) enterprise. This is no small feat for...
