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Pandemic-era ‘reverse parade’ becomes tradition for another class of Humphreys grads

“Reverse parades” provide an opportunity for the community to recognize and congratulate their own especially when strict coronavirus mitigation measures preclude large gatherings. → Read More

Defense secretary talks up coronavirus vaccine to troops before departing South Korea

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with airmen at Osan Air Base before heading to India. → Read More

Nine new coronavirus cases for US military bases in Japan and South Korea

Eight people tested positive for the coronavirus since Friday at Yokosuka Naval Base, home of the 7th Fleet south of Tokyo. → Read More

US service member accused of assaulting two South Korean men with fire extinguisher

A U.S. service member who allegedly sprayed two South Korean men with a fire extinguisher Sunday faces a charge of “special violence," according to South Korean police. → Read More

First phase of a new, $34 million air freight terminal opens at Osan Air Base in South Korea

A warehouse complex at Osan Air Base will handle cargo for the Defense Department and other service branches. → Read More

US troops, civilians splurge at the Camp Humphreys exchange after winning $10,000 shopping sprees

One family affiliated with U.S. Forces Korea actually won two $10,000 shopping sprees. → Read More

Hundreds of abandoned bicycles find new owners at largest base in South Korea

Nearly 250 abandoned bicycles were up for grabs during a giveaway at Camp Humphreys. → Read More

‘It’s a lot more strict here:’ US troops in South Korea adjust to new round of coronavirus restrictions

Hopes of exploring their surroundings were quashed for service members and their families when U.S. Forces Korea re-imposed travel restrictions following a fresh outbreak of coronavirus in South Korea. → Read More

Twelve more new arrivals test positive for coronavirus, US Forces Korea says

Five service members and three dependents arrived at Osan Air Base on government-chartered flights from the United States on July 14, 19, 20 and 22, according to a release. → Read More

Airman pronounced dead in dorms at Kunsan Air Base in South Korea

An unidentified airman was found unresponsive in their dormitory room at approximately 8:50 a.m. Monday and pronounced dead 20 minutes later. → Read More

South Korea marks 70th anniversary of first US ground battle in Korean War

More than 150 Americans were killed or went missing in the fighting on July 5, 1950, known as the Battle of Osan. But the unit accomplished its mission to help delay the North Korean advance while U.S. reinforcements arrived. → Read More

Osan Air Base issues ‘COVID-19 alert’ about possible coronavirus cases

Officials at Osan Air Base were investigating possible coronavirus cases on Wednesday, calling on people to take safety precautions and limit movement on the U.S. installation south of Seoul. → Read More

Remains of six service members killed in Korean War are on their way to US soil

The remains of six service members who fought and died under the United Nations Command during the Korean War left South Korea for Hawaii following a repatriation ceremony Friday at Osan Air Base. → Read More

Soldiers celebrate 'breaking the chains' at inaugural Juneteenth celebration at Camp Humphreys

Nearly 1,000 people turned out for a celebration that aimed to raise awareness about the day the Union Army arrived in Galveston, Texas, to tell African Americans slaves they had been freed. → Read More

‘Unusual senior year’: DODEA students enjoy in-person graduations in South Korea

After months of online classes, seniors at DODEA schools in South Korea graduated together. → Read More

USFK honors Korean War veterans’ sacrifices during socially distant Memorial Day ceremony

The commander of U.S. Forces Korea called on his troops to “take pride in our service and our dedication to duty” during a Memorial Day service near command headquarters that was livestreamed on social media. → Read More

‘New normal’: US troops fill South Korean restaurants after military lifts most virus restrictions

U.S. Forces Korea announced Monday it was lowering its health alert level from Health Protection Condition Charlie to Bravo beginning at 6 a.m. Wednesday for most bases in South Korea. → Read More

Air Force relieves logistics squadron commander in South Korea

The commander of an Air Force logistics readiness squadron in South Korea was relieved of command Tuesday, according to a statement from the 51st Fighter Wing. → Read More

Soldiers wait hours for haircuts as barber shops, gyms reopen at Camp Humphreys

After nearly three weeks without a regular trim or daily workout, Camp Humphreys soldiers lined up outside base barber shops and with their families hit the gyms that reopened over the weekend. → Read More

Families of DODEA students in Korea reveal pros, cons of online study during coronavirus outbreak

Students at some Defense Department schools in South Korea face another week, at least, of online instruction as concern over spread of COVID-19 has temporarily closed eight schools there. → Read More