Greater Fayetteville Chamber’s Military Affairs Council Hosts First MAC Range Day Raising Funds for Airborne and Special Operations Museum Foundation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Greater Fayetteville Chamber’s Military Affairs Council Hosts First MAC Range Day
Raising Funds for Airborne and Special Operations Museum Foundation
Fayetteville, NC – Over 75 supporters joined the Greater Fayetteville Chamber’s Military Affairs Council (MAC) inaugural Range Day on Thursday, Oct 3, at The Range Complex in Autryville, NC.
The event held in honor of the 31st Anniversary of the Battle of Mogadishu raised $1,778 for the Airborne and Special Operations Museum(ASOM) Foundation, with a formal check presentation set for 2 p.m. on Nov 7 at 100 Bragg Blvd, Fayetteville, NC, open to the public.
The opening ceremony featured remarks from MAC Chair Nicole Winget, followed by an introduction of the guest speaker Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Stephen DeLellis by MAC member Colonel (Ret.) Rob Patton. DeLellis, a Battle of Mogadishu task force member, recounted the phone call he received from former ASOM curator Nicole Suarez informing him of the arrival of wreckage from Super 61—the first helicopter downed during the battle, later to be known as Black Hawk Down. He also reflected on the events of that historic battle, honoring the fallen and injured. This was followed by a moving rendition of Amazing Grace and a solemn moment of silence.
After the ceremony, attendees enjoyed a rifle and pistol competition and a fun day of shooting, sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Fayetteville, Texas Roadhouse and Coldwell Banker Advantage. A controlled location supervised full-auto shoot was also available for those interested.
“The MAC range day was a wonderful way to bring the business and military communities together in a way that allowed for networking, honoring an important part of our military history, and having some fun while we were at it,” MAC Chair Nicole Winget said.
Renee Lane, executive director of the Airborne and Special Operations Museum Foundation, said they were grateful to be the nonprofit partner on the first-ever MAC Range Day.
“Hosting MAC Range Day on Oct 3 was a powerful reminder of the 18 soldiers who sacrificed their lives and the many others injured during the Battle of Mogadishu. Their courage in the face of adversity will not be forgotten,” Lane said.
For more information about the Greater Fayetteville Chamber’s Military Affairs Council, visit faybiz.com
For over 50 years, Greater Fayetteville Chamber Military Affairs Council has offered a unique opportunity to connect with Fort Liberty and Pope Army Airfield leaders, participate with impactful programs, and strengthen ties with our military community. We proudly support all military personnel and civilian employees stationed at Fort Liberty.
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Soldiers to Agriculture Program July 29 – Aug. 29; Accepting Applications Now!
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June 3, 2024
Lisa Childers | 910-321-6880
lisa_childers@ncsu.edu
Soldiers to Agriculture Program July 29 – Aug. 29
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – Cumberland County Cooperative Extension is accepting applications for the next Soldiers to Agriculture program, which will be held July 29 – Aug. 29, 2024. The training will be held at Cumberland County Cooperative Extension, located at 301 E Mountain Dr. Fayetteville, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
There is no charge for the five-week program.
The Soldiers to Agriculture Program is open to soldiers within 180 days of separation or retirement from military service, military spouses, and veterans. The free, five-week program offers an in-depth introduction to careers in agriculture. Participants will receive hands-on training in and outside the classroom.
Topics will include agricultural resources, starting a small business, general agribusiness and agricultural law. Educational components will include soils, composting, forestry, livestock production, hydroponics, horticulture, landscaping, beekeeping, food preservation, drone capabilities and more.
For additional information or to register, please contact Extension Agent Liz Joseph at 914-489-5330, 910-321-6862 or email at liz_joseph@ncsu.edu.
Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made two weeks prior to the event to Liz Joseph, 910-321-6862 or liz_joseph@ncsu.edu.
ABOUT N.C. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
North Carolina Cooperative Extension is a strategic partnership of NC State Extension, The Cooperative Extension Program at N.C. A&T State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA), and local government partners statewide. Extension delivers research-based education and technology from NC State and N.C. A&T that enriches the lives, land and economy of North Carolinians. Extension professionals in all 100 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee provide educational programs specializing in agriculture, youth, communities, health and the environment.
RecruitMilitary Fort Liberty Hiring Event
Join RecruitMilitary at the Fort Liberty Hiring Event on Thursday, May 9th from 11 AM to 3 PM EST.
Expectations are high for this event, with over 80 employers participating, offering thousands of job opportunities specifically tailored for veterans, military spouses, and members of the national guard and reserve. This unique opportunity allows direct connections with military-centric companies presenting immediate openings both locally and nationally, as well as remote positions. Our job board at RecruitMilitary.com boasts an impressive array of over 300K active jobs, including over 15K in North Carolina alone, showcasing the extensive possibilities awaiting our military community.
Here at the event details:
What: RecruitMilitary Fort Liberty Hiring Event
Where: Iron Mike Conference Center. 2658 Rock Merritt Ave (formerly Reilly Road), Fort Liberty, NC 28310
When: Thursday, May 9th from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Registration Link: rmvets.com/FortLiberty0524
Pre-Event Professional Development & Hiring Event Best Practices Webinar:
Don’t miss the virtual Professional Development Virtual Training on Thursday, May 2nd from 1000-1130 EST, where you’ll gain insights, tools, and best practices to confidently engage with employers and stand out from the crowd. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and maximize your impact!.
To register for this webinar, please click on this link, https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/1af7e084-0c7a-476b-b38f-3fcd7920632f@7b92cb4f-a48d-4d13-950e-7482ba520b8c
An ASOM Event: Hidden in Plain View: US Army Special Forces Berline, 1956-1990
April 23 @ 10:00 am – September 11 @ 4:00 pm
“Hidden in Plain View: United States Army Special Forces Berlin, 1956-1990” was curated exclusively by six dedicated Jack Britt High School students from Cumberland County, North Carolina. The students’ unique exhibit chronicles the virtually unknown story of U.S. Army Special Forces “Green Berets” operating in Cold War Berlin.
Following World War II, the Allies divided Berlin, Germany’s capital, into East and West zones. The Soviet Union occupied East Berlin, while West Berlin was divided between the United States, England, and France.
This covert unit of Green Berets participated in some of the Cold War’s most sensitive operations. They wore civilian clothes, spoke fluent German, and stayed on constant high alert in the event the “cold war” between the Soviet Union and the West turned “hot.” If war broke out, these highly trained Special Forces Soldiers were to cross into East Germany and strike specific Soviet targets.
The students’ work on “Hidden in Plain View” has not only increased their understanding of the Cold War and the role of United States Army Special Forces in Berlin during that turbulent period in American history, but it has also exposed them to the museum profession in ways that just visiting a museum cannot.
“Hidden in Plain View, ” created by these exceptional and dedicated students’ from Jack Britt High School, will be on exhibit through September 1, 2024.
