Military

Don’t throw out all your military lessons after you get out. Here are a few habits you should probably keep

The military provides its servicemembers with a lot of things. A purpose higher than yourself, belonging to a team, a lifetime devotion to fitness, and a commitment to duty. While not all of them carry over into the civilian world, there are some that you should be sure to continue. Make your bed  One of …

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With layoffs down and spending up, US rebound gains momentum

WASHINGTON (AP) — A much-awaited economic boom coming off the pandemic recession appeared to edge closer to reality Thursday with fresh data showing the pace of layoffs dwindling, consumers spending freely and manufacturing rebounding. The latest barometers point to a U.S. economy that’s steadily regaining its health as vaccinations accelerate, business curbs are lifted in …

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Former Malmstrom Airman Pleads Guilty to Negligent Homicide

GREAT FALLS, Mont.  — A former airman at Malmstrom Air Force Base has pleaded guilty to negligent homicide in the accidental shooting death of a fellow airman in February 2020, Cascade County prosecutors said. Christopher Domonic Contardo, 26, pleaded guilty Wednesday in the death of Tristen Carlson, 21, of Sidney during an off-base party hosted …

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Reported Dead 80 Years Ago, Retired Navy Capt. ‘Robbie’ Roberts Turns 107

For a guy reported dead almost 80 years ago, retired Navy Capt. Richard “Robbie” Roberts has lived a remarkably long life. The combat pilot earned 15 medals over a 24-year military career, which ended in 1963. He flew over 50 aircraft models, including fighters, helicopters, patrol bombers and sea planes; fought in two wars; and …

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