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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
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Military dog retires during special ceremony
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — One lucky pup is heading home with her handler after a career working as a military dog. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base held a Military Working Dog Retirement Ceremony on Tuesday to honor 8-year-old Misha. WPAFB working to combat forever chemicals, water contamination Throughout her service, Misha has worked more than 80 Secret Service missions, executed over 3,000 hours of anti-terrorism measures and delivered more than 100 canine demonstrations to the public. Misha's handler is also retiring from active service. He says they've both worked hard for this moment. 'Some of my favorite memories are going out to the caterpillar factory and protecting a school from a bomb threat,' said Kyle Runk, Misha's handler. 'Seeing how these dogs work and how they're man's best friend, how they work to protect everyone, how kind and sweet they can be, but how important their job is to the military and the public community around them.' Runk says Misha loves to play, and is sure she'll have no problem transitioning to civilian life. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wright State hiring event looks to get military spouses employed
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – A two-day hiring event at Wright State for military spouses is set to conclude Thursday. While active-service military and veterans will be networking at a Wright Patterson Air Force Base hiring event Thursday, the spouse event will be taking place at Wright State University, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy., from 9 a.m. to noon. The spouse event began Wednesday. WPAFB water treatment plants flunk EPA's new test for PFAS Both military spouse unemployment and underemployment rates are high. The military spouse unemployment rate is 21 percent, which is five times higher than the national average. This has not changed in over a decade. Military spouses face unique challenges when it comes to employment, primarily because of their spouses' change-of-station moves, which happen roughly every three years. Other contributing factors are increased family responsibilities when a partner is deployed and limited employment options near bases. Gem City Selfie Museum to promote mental health at Dayton library Amplify will host a professional development and career preparation workshop for military spouses. 'Currently, the military spouse community is facing a high percentage of unemployment and underemployment. That economic instability is causing a ripple effect in the recruitment and retention of our all-volunteer military force,' said Melissa Sanderson, senior director, Hiring Our Heroes Military Spouse Program. 'It is imperative we build pathways to sustainable employment for the military spouse community and look to this community as a workforce solution.' To register for the event, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Local historical society to hold first Veterans Services Fair
MIAMISBURG, Ohio (WDTN) — The Miamisburg Historical Society will hold their first annual resource fair for veterans this weekend. The Miamisburg Historical Society will host its first Veterans Services Fair on Saturday, April 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. The event is free open to the public, with an emphasis on connecting those who've served with local resources and support. WPAFB event looks to 'hire our heroes' with workshops, job fair During the event, attendees can meet with representatives of local, state and national veteran service organizations and explore programs that can help with health, education and career assistance. The Miamisburg Historical Society planned the event to honor those who have served by supporting them and connecting members of the community together. 'We are honored to host this important event as a way to support our local veterans and give back to those who have given so much,' said Ken Ballinger, Miamisburg Historical Society president. 'Our goal is to ensure that no veteran feels forgotten and that they know where to turn for help and opportunities.' Attendees can also learn about historical military displays and the legacy of local service members. The fair will be held at Miamisburg History Center in Veterans Park, located at 35 S. Fifth Street. Click here to learn more. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
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Former Wright-Patterson base commander pleads guilty during court-martial
The former commander of the 88th Air Base Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) has pleaded guilty at his court-martial. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] News Center 7's Mike Campbell has spent the day in the courtroom for the court-martial. He'll break down the latest tonight on News Center 7 at 5:00 and 6:00. TRENDING STORIES: Sheriff's office pays tribute after local dispatcher dies 18-year-old dies after being dragged from car following robbery; 3 teens facing charges Customers react as restaurants continue to open in former Big Boy location Col. Christopher Meeker pleaded guilty to a charge of disobeying a lawful order and a charge of fraternization as part of a plea agreement. In exchange for the guilty plea, prosecutors withdrew the charge of unlawful sexual conduct that he was also facing, News Center 7's Mike Campbell reported. As previously reported by News Center 7, Meeker was removed on Dec. 29, 2023, 'due to a loss of confidence in his ability to lead.' Meeker was charged in October 2024 with three violations of 'Articles of the Uniform Code of Military Justice' after an investigation. Meeker is set to be sentenced during the afternoon session of the court-martial today. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Health
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WPAFB water treatment plants flunk EPA's new test for PFAS
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – A new report shows at least two of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base's three water treatment plants are coming up short when it comes to 'forever chemicals,' with only four years to fix the issue. The testing follows new regulations issued by the Environmental Protection Agency in June 2024 that set new maximum contaminant levels (MCL) for certain chemicals in drinking water. The regulations also require public water drinking systems to be below those maximum levels by April 29, 2029. Why is the EPA regulating PFAS and what are these 'forever chemicals'? Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have recently come under scutiny for their potential connection to cancer in humans. According to the National Institute of Environmental Health Services, PFAS are used to make products resistant to water, grease and heat. The testing at two plants in Area A and one in Area B checked the water for six individual chemicals. Contaminants weren't detectible in the water at one of the Area A plants. At the other plant in the area, the average levels of one chemical exceeded the MCL. Water from 45% of US faucets contains PFAS: study At the Area B plant, the average levels of three of the six chemicals exceed the maximum allowed. The full test results can be viewed on the WPAFB website. The base said it is committed to taking further action to address any potential risks and enhance water quality. It wrote that it has spent more than $61 million since 2014 on environmental cleanup efforts, including PFAS monitoring and the installation of treatment systems for PFAS contamination in groundwater and surface water. WPAFB is planning to install more water treatment systems – the funding for these is still pending. The new rules require public notification of the testing by 2027. However, WPAFB is already sharing its findings. The water is regularly tested from all three treatment plants on a monthly and quarterly basis. To learn more about Wright-Patterson Air Force Base's water testing, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
