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260807-N-TL932-1203 Rear Adm. Forrest O. Young, left, incoming Commander, Navy Recruiting Command, salutes Rear Adm. James Waters, outgoing Commander, Navy Recruiting Command, during the Navy Recruiting Command change of command ceremony in Millington, Tennessee, Aug. 7. Navy Recruiting Command consists of 26 Navy Talent Acquisition Groups, two Navy Recruiting Regions, five Reserve Talent Acquisit...[Read More]
Navy Recruiting Command Holds Change of Command
MILLINGTON, Tenn. (Aug. 7, 2026) — Navy Recruiting Command held a change of command ceremony in Millington, Tennessee, Aug. 7, marking the transfer of leadership from Rear Adm. James Waters to Rear Adm. Forrest Young.
USS Wichita departs Naval Station Mayport to support Operation NANOOK TUUGAALIK 2026
NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (Aug. 7, 2026) – Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Wichita (LCS 13) departed Naval Station Mayport, Aug. 7, to participate in Operation NANOOK TUUGAALIK 2026, the maritime component of Canada’s premier Arctic exercise.
Navy Region Commander, Yokosuka Mayor take an alliance road trip
From July 25 to Aug. 1, 2026, the U.S. Navy provided Mayor of Yokosuka Katsuaki KAMIJI a rare opportunity to see the inner workings of the alliance during a trip to Washington D.C. and Hawaii. He was accompanied by Rear Adm. Ian Johnson, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Japan/Navy Region Japan (CNFJ/RJ) and representatives from Commander, Submarine Group 7 and Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet.
Inaugural Burlington Navy Week coming up last week of August
The U.S. Navy is coming to Burlington, Vermont, Aug. 24-30 for Burlington Navy Week, the first such event in the state of Vermont.
Major VA study to examine effectiveness of psilocybin on depression, PTSD
The Department of Veterans Affairs is launching research to determine whether psilocybin — the psychoactive ingredient in “magic mushrooms” — can be used safely and effectively to address veterans’ treatment-resistant depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. The trial, known as the Psilocybin Intervention for Veterans Overcoming Treatment-Resistant Depression,” or PIVOT, study aims to includ...[Read More]
Uncharted Waters with Rear Admiral Waters – Episode 31
In this special year-in-review episode, we take a moment to reflect on the milestones, challenges, and achievements that have defined the past year in Navy recruiting. From moments of growth and innovation to the dedication and teamwork that drove our success, we celebrate the collective efforts of our recruiting enterprise. Join us as we look back on the lessons learned, recognize the accomplishm...[Read More]
Uncharted Waters with Rear Admiral Waters – Episode 27
In this episode, we dive into the world of Navy Special Warfare. Join us as we speak with Lt. Kevin Coger to explore what it truly takes to serve in a Navy SPECWAR rating. It’s not just about high-intensity missions—SPECWAR encompasses elite roles such as Navy Diver, Air Rescue Swimmer, and Explosive Ordnance Disposal. Tune in to learn what sets SPECWAR apart from other Navy ratings and the dedica...[Read More]
Uncharted Waters with Rear Admiral Waters – Episode 30
In this episode, Chief Navy Counselor Parris Gordon provides an in-depth look at the I-Stop program and how it helps ease the transition for first-time recruiters at their gaining commands. We also explore the various incentives available to recruiters, including assignment incentive pay and post-tour career advancement opportunities. Tune in to discover the many benefits and opportunities awaitin...[Read More]
Navy’s head auditor harassed, ridiculed subordinates, probe finds
The official in charge of tracking the Navy’s finances mocked the smell, weight and appearance of subordinates and made hiring decisions that appeared to show bias in favor of other African American women, a new report from the Pentagon’s top watchdog finds. The 42-page probe concludes that Donjette Gilmore, auditor general of the Navy Audit Service, made a habit of harassing and belittling subord...[Read More]
SOUTHCOM replaces Southern Spear with Western Hemisphere task force targeting criminal networks
U.S. Southern Command has activated Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, a new operational headquarters the command says will synchronize U.S. military operations with allies and partners across the region, replacing Operation Southern Spear. Gen. Francis L. Donovan, commander of U.S. Southern Command, directed the activation Tuesday, describing Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, or JTF-WHEM, as...[Read More]
Their military careers were cut short in combat. Now they’re fighting Congress for their full benefits.
Editor’s Note: This article first appeared on The War Horse, an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service. Subscribe to their newsletter. The fall lasted only seconds, but the consequences would span a lifetime. Under the cover of darkness in Balad, Iraq, Army Sgt. Will Fisher was moving into position for an overnight mission. He fell roughly 40 feet and la...[Read More]