The Charlie Foxtrot Military, Veteran & Family Resource Show

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The “good” ole days … !?!

The Launch Control Center at Oscar-Zero located 5 stories below ground was protected by a blast door only operable from the inside. A manually-powered hydraulic system moved massive pins in or out of the holes seen along the door frame. Once locked, it was thought the blast door could withstand up to 1,000 pounds per square inch overpressure - meaning Minuteman Launch Control Centers were some of the toughest nuclear bunkers ever built by the United States.

The door weighs approximately 8 tons and was open and shut by muscle power alone. In comparison, the door weighs approximately the same as an African elephant or nearly as much as a Tyrannosaurus Rex (also, 1,000 bowling balls or 40,000 Hamsters).

FYI

Today is Gold Star Spouse Day.

"During World War I, Americans hung blue stars in their windows for every family member serving in the military. If a loved one died in service, a gold star replaced the blue one. Since then, the Gold Star has symbolized the spouses and family members of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Every year on April 5, America salutes these spouses on Gold Star Spouses Day."

At KDVA, our benefits representatives are here to help our veterans' surviving spouses with finding out what benefits they are eligible for.

Visit our website at veterans.ky.gov under our Veterans Programs to find out more.

Spent today at the capitol …Annex with S-Dawg McD! Did you know he graduated high school at 15, and went to one of the prestige commission sources for the military? Plus, much more … Thank you sir for a great podcast! Aires on 3/24!

Replaying some of the old "Veterans in Bars Getting Bourbon" - you know that blue chip Award Winning show.

VIBGB Show 8 Veterans In Bars Getting Bourbon is a unique way to learn about veterans and their work in the veteran community. In addition, learn about bourbon! If inte...

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Soldier invented Jell-O shots to beat base alcohol rules! Before he became one of musical comedy's darkest satirists, musician Tom Lehrer served in the U.S. Army. The brilliant mathematician was an enlisted draftee ...

Awesome -- i hope Northern Kentucky University they have bourbon!

The Green Zone Brigade is Taking over NKU on March 23, 2023, from 1 pm - 5 pm! So, what does that mean? Well all current, future, or someday military, veterans and their families are welcome to an "Open House" at Northern Kentucky University! We will have plenty of activities, trainings, and events throughout the afternoon to include a Resource Fair (VA, DAV, Adult Learners), Briefings (VA Benefits, Education Benefits & SAVE Su***de Prevention Training), a Military-themed Planetarium Event, a military-focused Choir Performance, a ROTC/National Guard Obstacle course, and a retreat! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - please register at https://connect.nku.edu/register/GZBDay

*Sponsored by the KY Veterans trust fund!
John R. Little VFW 3186, Southgate, KY Marshall Schildmeyer Vfw Latonia DAV Moon Brothers Post 275 of the American Legion The American Legion - Post 203, Latonia, KY Kentucky National Guard Northern KY YoungMarines Ralph Fulton VFW 6423 American Legion Post 4 The NKY Military-Veteran Coalition Xavier Army ROTC

Stay warm

Due to the anticipated cold weather, Kenton County has established a list of warming centers.

A warming center is a short-term location that operates when temperatures or a combination of precipitation, wind chill, wind and temperature become dangerously inclement. Their paramount purpose is the prevention of death and injury from exposure to the elements. This may include acute injury to extremities due to frostbite. A more prevalent emergency which warming centers seek to prevent is hypothermia.

To learn more, visit our website >> http://bit.ly/3GczdvU

So true …

What are you up to now Charlie?

Calling all military veterans! Are you interested in putting your warrior spirit to work by starting/buying/investing in your own business? Unsure how or where to start? Or worse yet, who to turn to for help? Join us for a basic training style workshop to get you trained up and equipped for the mission.

During this business bootcamp, we'll cover various training objectives sure to cover the bases and prepare your for follow-on missions. This includes: Basic start-up considerations, the planning process and importance of making projections, understanding financial considerations, overcoming business misconceptions, and thinking about the future.

There will be light refreshments and finger foods available. Event hosted by NKU Center for Family Enterprise and Small Business, Haile College of Business, NKU Veteran's Resource Station, and FranNet.

Vetrepreneur Bootcamp Are you a veteran looking to put your warrior spirit to work in business? Unsure how or where to get started? We'll get you trained!

Hey all come on out to the GAME on November 7th! The Norse is supposed to have a good team this year!

Northern Kentucky vs. Kent State - Military Appreciation Night Northern Kentucky vs. Kent State - Military Appreciation Night Secure your seats as NKU Athletics celebrates Military Appreciation Night for the Northern

"Nevertheless, the U.S. military faces a litany of problems that are not getting any better, and just as changing the name of french fries to “Freedom Fries” in congressional cafeterias did not help troops in Iraq, another symbolic measure of gratitude for troops and veterans will simply ring hollow."

The article - I know from "Task & Purpose" does bring up some great points ... we can do better America! Yes, Thank You's are useless, but appreciated - and personally, I like the idea of little kids understanding the thought behind "Thank you for our Freedoms!" - It could even drive conversations that are meaningful - now, and in the future of our youth.

Lawmakers want to replace 'thank you for your service' with something even more meaningless Because freedom costs a buck-o-five

Yep.

NKU staff members learning how to help military students transition 76% of veterans struggle with the transition

So Col Opperman didn't like me much back when she was a Captain and I was a lonely 2LT ... she said, "we like to have to to much fun, and should be more serious" .... Didn't the joker say something like "why so serious?" -- Anyway, good on her and her little doggie too! Good Malmstrom on the next CC!!!

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/malmstrom-afb-welcomes-new-wing-commander/vi-AAZI15T?ocid=entnewsntp&pc=U531&cvid=4b779c11b6674d71a08fa26275494144&category=foryou

Malmstrom AFB welcomes new Wing Commander Malmstrom AFB welcomes new Wing Commander

Happy 4th Trotters!!!! Stole this - had to … love it! have an amazing and safe holiday!

Go Charlie!!!

Vets welcomed to ease transition to civilian life and find work in a tight labor market

Hey - come join me Kenton County Public Library - Erlanger for a presentation on VA benefits and resources! Moon Brothers Post 275 of the American Legion

https://kentonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/61ef0c7bf2420a2f0019abb3

CBoC - good!

LeAnn Gindele, Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center’s (VAMC) Nurse Manager for the Bellevue and Hamilton CBOCs, joined us for an in-depth conversation about both clinics and how they serve Veterans in their communities.

What is the primary purpose of the CBOCs?

Gindele: The primary purpose of the CBOCs is to provide care for Veterans near their homes—in their communities.

How do the Bellevue and Hamilton CBOCs differ from the main campus?

Gindele: The CBOCs have a very relaxed atmosphere and community feel. They’re busy, but not packed with people and Veterans won’t have to go to multiple places to receive different services.

This article is part of a series about the Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center Community-Based Outpatient Clinics. To read the full conversation click here, https://bit.ly/3y95Zuf

One of my favorite episodes! Chris Reinersman for Mayor of Independence The City of Independence, Kentucky

https://youtu.be/OraQ5x_iNcM

Learn about Veteran Services, City Priorities & Bourbon Choice - It's Coffee with the Mayor Please Subscribe! Leave Comments! Charlie Foxtrot sits down with the Mayor or Independence, Kentucky to discuss top priorities for the city, veteran servic...

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