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One Army unit is offering 4 bonus days off to play Grand Theft Auto for soldiers who reenlist
Russ Bynum, Associated Press | Posted Aug. 20 - 7:28 p.m.
A U.S. Army unit is offering its troops a special bonus if they reenlist soon: four extra days off timed around the November release of the video game Grand Theft Auto VI.
Why the Pentagon will be paying some US troops to have their sperm or eggs frozen
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 18 - 5:01 p.m.
The Pentagon is launching a demonstration project to provide money for select troops who want to preserve their eggs or sperm prior to their deployments to danger zones.
Saluting legacy and cooperation: The Army Reserve settles into its new Utah home
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 9 - 9:08 p.m.
The Army Reserve dedicated a new $127 million facility at Camp Williams, marking the relocation of units from Fort Douglas and honoring Utah's military legacy.
A Trump-appointed spouse commission promises to 'have the backs' of the troops' families
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 4 - 5:29 p.m.
America can't have the world's strongest military without the love and support of the spouses of those in uniform.
Why is the Navy walking back Pentagon's 'flu shots not required' policy?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 2 - 10:03 a.m.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced in April that American military personnel can say "yea" or "nay" to flu shots.
SUU honors fallen Army Capt. Tyler Feehan during Pioneer Legacy Celebration
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted July 26 - 8:32 a.m.
A special tribute to fallen U.S. Army Capt. Tyler James Feehan took center stage Thursday night during the Pioneer Legacy Celebration at Southern Utah University.
4 fallen service members, including Utah student, honored at dignified transfer
Lauren Irwin, Deseret News | Posted July 22 - 6:00 p.m.
Four fallen U.S. service members were honored Wednesday in a dignified transfer ceremony in Delaware after being killed during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
SUU student identified as US soldier killed in Jordan
Devin Oldroyd, KSL | Posted July 20 - 8:59 p.m.
Southern Utah University confirmed Monday a soldier killed in action while serving in Jordan was a current student at the school.
Utah leaders donate care packages to deployed troops' families
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted July 16 - 11:03 a.m.
Utah leaders and local businesses gathered at the State Capitol Wednesday to donate 300 care packages to the families of deployed Utah service members.
Northrop Grumman expands Roy site for Sentinel missile program development
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted July 15 - 6:17 a.m.
Northrop Grumman broke ground on a new building at its Roy Innovation Center campus, while a company official said the Sentinel nuclear defense system is moving ahead.
Utah's Hill Air Force Base welcomes its new commander
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted July 14 - 6:37 a.m.
Just moments after assuming command of the 75th Air Base Wing Monday at Hill Air Force Base, Col. Eric Quidley was already eager to build on the momentum already existing at one of Utah's largest employers.
Why's the US military hitting its 2026 recruitment goals months ahead of schedule?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted July 12 - 9:36 a.m.
Uncle Sam's call to action remains, "I Want You" — and legions of his "nieces" and "nephews" are heeding the exhortation to put on a uniform and serve.
New VA clinic breaks ground in South Salt Lake
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted July 8 - 6:30 p.m.
A new Veterans Affairs clinic is coming to South Salt Lake after VA leaders broke ground Wednesday on a facility designed to expand access to healthcare for veterans across the region.
Map released for Utah National Guard flyover to celebrate America's 250th
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 1 - 2:39 p.m.
Utahns across the state will get to enjoy a patriotic military display on the Fourth of July as part of Hill Air Force Base's "Freedom 250 Celebration."
Alaska Airlines unveils Fallen Soldier Cart at Salt Lake City International Airport
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted June 29 - 9:30 p.m.
A custom-built Fallen Soldier Cart was unveiled Monday at Salt Lake City International Airport.
Utah WWII veteran turns 102 years old
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted June 12 - 8:08 p.m.
Dallas Workman turns 102 years old on Sunday, a milestone that has family members reflecting on a man they describe as a mentor, adventurer, educator and devoted family man.
Hill Air Force Base breaks ground on $1.2B investment in aircraft maintenance facilities
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted June 10 - 9:08 p.m.
Hill Air Force Base officials broke ground earlier this month on a multi-year project that includes a $1.24 billion investment in aircraft sustainment capabilities.
Researcher hopes Utahns remember sacrifice of 'D-Day 5'
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted June 6 - 10:35 p.m.
On the 82nd anniversary of D-Day on Saturday, a researcher hopes others would remember Utah's "D-Day Five."
What Blake Moore said about the future of F-35s in Utah
Hayden Madson, Deseret News | Posted June 6 - 5:44 p.m.
Janicki Industries hosted an event near Hill Air Force Base in Layton on Thursday, highlighting the importance of the F-35 to national security as well as an ongoing boost to Utah's economy.
A new service branch could be joining the US Armed Forces family
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted June 5 - 5:06 p.m.
Less than a decade after the creation of the U.S. Space Force, there are calls for "standing up" another military service, this time to meet the reality of global cyber threats.
Celeste Maloy honors the Utah soldiers behind Korean War 'miracle' on 75th anniversary
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted May 27 - 6:02 p.m.
On the 75th anniversary of the Miracle of Gapyeong, Utah Rep. Celeste Maloy visited the Korean War memorial in Seoul, South Korea, to honor the soldiers from the Beehive State.
Families gather at Utah Veterans Memorial Cemetery to remember loved ones on Memorial Day
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted May 25 - 7:02 p.m.
Thousands of American flags lined the grounds of the Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park on Memorial Day, each one marking a life, a sacrifice, and a story.
Hill Air Force Base gets $6.5M boost for F-35 repair facility in new spending bill
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted May 22 - 8:07 a.m.
Northern Utah's Hill Air Force Base could see a $6.5 million boost bolstering its F-35 repair capabilities thanks to a new military bill making its way through Congress.
Army secretary lists Utah data center as part of military innovation
Ben Christensen, Deseret News | Posted May 20 - 10:40 p.m.
Senate leaders questioned the U.S. Army's "amibitious" spending proposals in a subcommittee meeting on Tuesday in Washington, which included a proposed data center in Utah.
