ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL, Ill. - Community members heard from Soldiers and Veterans this morning at Heritage Hall on Rock Island Arsenal as part of "Heroes in Conversation." The event is a dedicated storytelling and community-building event designed to honor the legacy of the American Soldier and Service Members, bringing together Veterans and active-duty military from a multitude of generations and backgrounds to discuss their experiences firsthand. Eight panelists participated, sharing everything from their favorite MRE (Meal, Ready-to-Eat) to what makes them feel most free and patriotic. The event coincides with Army Heritage Month, the Army's 251st birthday, and the 250th birthday of the United States.
The Iowa Army Ammunition Plant (IAAAP) has been granted an emergency Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) permit extension by the EPA to continue storing lead azide, which has been reclassified as hazardous waste since it is no longer required for production. To ensure maximum safety and regulatory compliance, the explosive material will remain secured in earth-covered magazines while the Army finalizes a safe, compliant, and...
