Military News Archives - Dale County Chronicle

After 60 Years, Fort Rucker Thrift Shop Faces Fight for Survival, Needs New Off-Base Facility to Call Home

September 2, 2026September 2, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, The Chronicle For more than 60 years, generations of military families, soldiers, retirees and Fort Rucker-area residents have walked through its doors. They have come looking for …

Dale County News / Fort Rucker News / Military News

Baker Takes Command at Fort Rucker as Gill Begins Next Chapter in Army Career

August 30, 2026August 30, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, The Chronicle FORT RUCKER, Ala. — A new chapter began for Army Aviation in the Wiregrass on Wednesday as Maj. Gen. Phillip C. Baker assumed command of …

Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs / Feature Story / General News / Mental Health Resources / Military News / Public Service Announcement / State News / Veterans Services

Alabama Military Veterans Now Have Access to Free Telehealth Therapy Sessions

August 24, 2026August 24, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle There is a bit of good news today for military veterans residing in the Yellowhammer State. Alabama military veterans will have access to 3,000 …

Dale County News / Events / Fort Rucker News / Military News / National News

Fort Rucker to Celebrate Army’s Birthday with Cake-Cutting Ceremony, Honoring 251 Years of Service and Duty

June 8, 2026June 8, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle FORT RUCKER —Soldiers, veterans, military families, and community members are invited to celebrate the 251st Birthday of the United States Army during a traditional …

Community Events and Activities / Events / General News / Governor / Holiday News / Holidays / Military News / State News

Gov. Ivey Encourages Veterans & Families to Take Advantage of Alabama State Parks Benefits Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

May 24, 2026May 24, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle As Memorial Day weekend begins and summer travel ramps up across the state, Governor Kay Ivey is encouraging veterans and active-duty military personnel to …

Fort Rucker News / Military News

Large-Scale POW Reintegration Exercise Conducted at Fort Rucker

April 23, 2026April 23, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle FORT RUCKER— Military personnel at Fort Rucker recently carried out a first-of-its-kind training exercise designed to prepare for the large-scale return of captured service …

Governor / Laws and Proposed Legislation / Military News / State News

Ivey Signs Package of Bills Expanding Benefits for Military Members, Veterans, and thier Families

April 17, 2026April 17, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

Dale County Chronicle MONTGOMERY—Governor Kay Ivey has signed a series of bills into law aimed at expanding education, employment, and financial benefits for Alabama military members, veterans, and their families. …

Daleville High School / Daleville News / Events / Military News / School News

Daleville High School Hosts Purple Up Day to Honor Military Families

April 15, 2026April 15, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

Dale County Chronicle DALEVILLE—Daleville High School students, faculty, and staff came together in a show of support and appreciation for military-connected families during the school’s annual Purple Up Day celebration. …

Military News / National News / World News

U.S. pilot reportedly ejects over Iran as officials offer citizens a reward for downed pilot’s capture

April 3, 2026April 3, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle International News — A U.S. fighter pilot reportedly ejected from an aircraft over southwestern Iran on Friday, according to a claim aired by a …

General News / Military News / National News / State News

U.S. Navy Announces $30 Million Investment to Expand Alabama Maritime Workforce Training

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle Mobile — A $30 million investment from the United States Navy is set to bolster workforce training across Alabama, with a focus on preparing …

Governor / Military News / National News / State News

Flags to Be Lowered Across Alabama to Honor Fallen Airmen

March 25, 2026March 25, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has ordered flags across Alabama to be flown at half-staff in tribute to three U.S. airmen with Alabama ties …

Military News / National News / World News

War Against Iran Intensifies as U.S. Announces Additional Troop Deployment

March 24, 2026March 24, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle Fighting involving Iran, Israel, and the United States continued this week, as military exchanges intensified and the United States signaled a potential expansion of …

Military News / National News / World News

Seventh U.S. service member dies from injuries in Iran War

March 8, 2026March 8, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle WASHINGTON — A seventh U.S. service member has died from injuries sustained during an Iranian attack on American forces in the Middle East, U.S. …

General News / Military News / National News / World News

Three U.S. Service Members Killed, Five Seriously Wounded in Iran Operation

March 1, 2026March 1, 2026 - by Jeffrey Devine - Leave a Comment

By Jeff Devine, Dale County Chronicle Three United States service members have died, and five others are seriously wounded during ongoing military operations targeting Iran, U.S. Central Command confirmed Sunday. …