Sgt. Maj. Mike Vining: The Man. The Meme. The Army Legend.
The retired EOD technician and founding member of multiple elite units, Vining made his mark on Army history early in his career when he helped destroy a weapons cache with over 7 million rounds of ammunition.
He gained fame online as the subject of Army memes, thanks to his unassuming demeanor and stack of medals.
In honor of his birthday, here’s a small part of his incredible story.
PROTECTING OUR NORTHERN BORDER.
@SecMullinDHS on preventing cartels from smuggling drugs: “They are shifting their focus into Alaska and into Canada, going south into the United States. So we are working hard…to prevent it and make adjustments.”
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236 years of standing the watch.
Since Aug. 4, 1790, the U.S. Coast Guard has remained Always Ready—saving lives, protecting our Nation, securing our maritime borders, and keeping commerce moving.
To generations of Coast Guard personnel, past and present, Happy 236th Birthday.
#USCG #CoastGuard236 #SemperParatus
For more than two centuries, the men and women of the Coast Guard have protected our homeland by land, air, and sea.
On the 236th anniversary of @USCG, we thank all of our Coast Guard heroes who have answered the call to serve our nation.
Semper Paratus!
Happy 236th Birthday to the U.S. Coast Guard!
Since 1790, the nation’s oldest continuously operating sea service has stood watch—protecting our coasts, saving lives, and serving with honor in peace and war. Semper Paratus. ⚓
“Our National Guard members play such an important role in protecting our state at home and supporting our partners abroad,” Gov. Jared Polis said.
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Congratulations, Staff Sgt. Brianna D. St. Lawrence-Brody! The Montana Air Guardsman has been selected as one of the @usairforce’s 2026 Total Force Outstanding Airmen of the Year, earning one of the service’s highest enlisted honors. https://t.co/fROQvMADh7
Happy 236th birthday to the U.S. Coast Guard! From protecting our ports and waterways to saving lives, advancing science and deploying wherever needed, Coasties are always ready. The USO is proud to support them throughout their military journey.
📸:U.S. Coast Guard/Seaman Milan
Freedom is not free. 🇺🇸
Today is National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day. We remember the bravery of those who returned and the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice.
An inspiring legacy of sea service.
Retiring after an unprecedented 33 continuous years of sea duty from 1993 to 2026, Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) Paul Zado stands as a historic monument to the dedication, resilience, and character of Coast Guard cuttermen.
Thank you, CWO Zado, for your steadfast leadership, selfless service, and unwavering commitment to the Coast Guard. Your legacy inspires us all and underscores the strategic importance of the Coast Guard cutter fleet. Fair winds and following seas, shipmate! ⚓🇺🇸
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Colorado Daily Status Report: July 20, 2026
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State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC)
▪️Response: Level 1 with state and federal staff
▪️Recovery Level 1: State Recovery Task Force Activated
State Level Lifelines
▪️Food, Water, Shelter Lifeline Unstable due to numerous evacuations
▪️All other lifelines stable
Key Weather Impacts from NWS
🔹Heat Advisory issued for Denver Metro Area and I25 corridor.
🔹Limited threat of flash flooding on burn areas.
Flying high and saving lives...
It was determined that a helicopter hoist would be needed, so a request was put in to the Colorado Army National Guard’s High-Altitude Army National Guard Aviation Training Site.
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CENTCOM Statement on Recently Fallen, Missing U.S. Service Members
TAMPA, Fla. — On July 17, two U.S. service members in Jordan were killed in action as U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) and partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks. Additionally, one service member is currently missing.
Four American service members were medically evacuated to Jordanian hospitals. They have since been discharged. Other personnel who were evaluated for minor injuries have returned to duty.
Out of respect for the families, CENTCOM will withhold additional information, including the identities of the fallen warriors, until 24 hours after the next of kin have been notified.
Happy Independence Day! To commemorate the Bicentennial in 1976, an F-4 Phantom II from the VX-4 Evaluators was given a special Star-Spangled Banner and eagle paint scheme.
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As our nation commemorates America 250, Arlington National Cemetery honors those who served in the earliest days of the fight for our independence. In this special tribute, we share three of their stories.
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