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Spooky Stacks Haunted Maze
8 Flyer for Spooky Stacks Haunted Maze and Trunk or Treat Events for Oct. 30, 2026. Date Taken: 10.15.2026 Date Posted: 10.15.2026 10:17 Photo ID: 10013135 VIRIN: 261015-D-ST282-8457 Resolution: 2550x3300 Size: 1.33 MB Location: US Web Views: 6 Downloads: 0 PUBLIC DOMAIN
Barr Library’s Spooky Stacks Haunted Maze set for Oct. 30
Get ready for an afternoon of thrills, chills and sweet treats! On Friday, Oct. 30, Fort Knox’s Barr Library will deliver a fun Halloween feature designed exclusively for the installation’s military community and mission partners. Families, Soldiers and staff are invited to put on their best costumes and celebrate spooky season Spooky Stacks Haunted Maze When: 3-5 p.m. Where: Barr Library – 62 W.
Fort Knox Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2026 Events Announced
October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a nationwide observance aimed at increasing awareness, supporting survivors and strengthening community prevention efforts. The monthlong recognition encourages education, open dialogue and collective action to promote healthy relationships and safer communities. Fort Knox will host several events throughout October to highlight available resources and reaffirm the installation’s commitment to preventing domestic abuse. A Mile in Their Shoes (Oct.
Fort Knox prescribed burns enhance training, restore native habitat
Fort Knox, Ky. — Prescribed burns serve a dual purpose across the rolling hills of Fort Knox: sharpening military readiness while reviving some of central Kentucky’s rarest native ecosystems. Prescribed burning is widely recognized as one of the most cost-effective land management tools available. Decades of forest fire suppression during the 20th century allowed shade-tolerant species like red maple to crowd out fire-adapted oak and hickory stands.
2026 Fort Knox Gold Neighbor recognized at annual partnership dinner
FORT KNOX, Ky. – Fort Knox leaders named Irvin Lyons Jr. as the installation’s newest Gold Neighbor during the post’s annual Community Partnership Dinner on May 7. The jacket is bestowed annually to individuals in the greater Fort Knox region who have distinguished themselves through their support for Fort Knox, its Soldiers and Families. Following his retirement from the U.S. Army after 31 years of service, Lyons has continued to volunteer and serve in the Fort Knox and surrounding communities.
U.S. Army Public Health Center Tick Control Poster [Image 1 of 5]
8 U.S. Army Public Health Center Tick Control Poster Date Taken: 05.01.2026 Date Posted: 05.01.2026 11:08 Photo ID: 9653788 VIRIN: 260501-D-ST282-1844 Resolution: 4320x5800 Size: 4.07 MB Location: US Web Views: 0 Downloads: 0 PUBLIC DOMAIN GALLERY
Ticks: How to avoid them and what to do if bitten
As summer approaches, members of the Fort Knox community are reminded to be on the lookout for ticks. It is crucial to be vigilant and take preventive measures to protect against ticks and tick-borne illnesses. Here are essential steps to take to stay safe this season: Avoidance: Ticks are commonly found in wooded areas, tall grass, and leaf litter. Taking steps to manage surroundings can significantly reduce exposure. At Home: Regularly mow the lawn and keep shrubs trimmed.
AI user interface
8 Microsoft Copilot Chat user interface photo illustration. Date Taken: 04.01.2026 Date Posted: 04.01.2026 12:51 Photo ID: 9594093 VIRIN: 260401-D-ST282-9726 Resolution: 1087x726 Size: 59.03 KB Location: US Web Views: 1 Downloads: 0 PUBLIC DOMAIN
Opinion: How AI augments, not replaces the Army professional
Every day across the Department of War, government employees and service members find themselves buried under piles of administrative tasks. The number of emails we sift through and send, and the endless demand to distill information into executive summaries and PowerPoint slides, can be a bit overwhelming. While administrative work is mostly necessary, it often chips away at the one resource we can never get back – time.
Cold, hard facts: Fort Knox officials detail reality of winter weather events
Fort Knox, Ky. – Just over six weeks ago, the greater Fort Knox community found itself buried in roughly 6-8 inches of snow and ice, leading to days of disruptions to installation operations. While spring is arriving, Fort Knox officials continue to refine winter weather delay and closure plans and processes. When winter weather strikes, the installation’s workforce and parents await notifications from installation and school officials regarding potential work/school delays or closures.
More than faith: How Fort Knox chaplains bolster readiness through counseling
Fhe Fort Knox Religious Support Office and its chaplains play a role in supporting the mental and spiritual wellness of the community by offering a range of free counseling services to both individuals and couples. These services are available to soldiers, family members, Department of the Army civilians and retirees and are designed to address a variety of life’s challenges in a judgment-free and supportive environment. kAmp44@C5:?8 E@ u@CE z?@I u2>:=J {:76 r92A=2:? y@9?
More than faith
Fhe Fort Knox Religious Support Office and its chaplains play a role in supporting the mental and spiritual wellness of the community by offering a range of free counseling services to both individuals and couples. These services are available to soldiers, family members, Department of the Army civilians and retirees and are designed to address a variety of life’s challenges in a judgment-free and supportive environment. kAmp44@C5:?8 E@ u@CE z?@I u2>:=J {:76 r92A=2:? y@9?
More than faith: How Fort Knox chaplains bolster readiness through counseling
The Fort Knox Religious Support Office and its chaplains play a role in supporting the mental and spiritual wellness of the community by offering a range of free counseling services to both individuals and couples. These services are available to Soldiers, Family members, Department of the Army civilians and retirees, and are designed to address a variety of life’s challenges in a judgment-free and supportive environment.
More than faith: How Fort Knox chaplains bolster readiness through counseling
8 Two married individuals hold hands at Fort Knox, Kentucky on Feb. 24, 2026. Date Taken: 02.24.2026 Date Posted: 02.25.2026 16:05 Photo ID: 9536702 VIRIN: 260224-D-ST282-5902 Resolution: 6638x5002 Size: 5.45 MB Location: FORT KNOX, KENTUCKY, US Web Views: 4 Downloads: 0 PUBLIC DOMAIN
Fort Knox joins three-county CWD surveillance area for deer
Following a recent Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources announcement regarding a single confirmed case of Chronic Wasting Disease found in a captive deer breeding facility in Breckinridge County, Breckinridge, Meade and Hardin counties are now considered part of a CWD surveillance area. As Fort Knox is comprised of three counties, to include Hardin and Meade, post officials made the decision to consider the entire installation part of this area.
Members of Fort Knox SCRA give landmark a new coat of paint
Members of the Fort Knox Gold Vault Signal Corps Regimental Association painted one of the historic M48 Patton tanks, located along Chaffee Avenue on post.
Men's Lacrosse Defeated By Bulldogs
ADRIAN, Mich. – The Alma College men's lacrosse team hit the road heading to Adrian College on Wednesday, April 12th, for an under the light's matchup with the Bulldogs. Alma was defeated by a final score of 18-6. Coming out of the gates, the Scots won the opening faceoff and were able to find Drew Gulick, who was able to send one past the Adrian keeper to tally the first goal of the game.
SDF unveils Fort Knox historic timeline display
Airport travelers now can have a glimpse into Fort Knox history. A display featuring the 105-year history and contributions of U.S. Army post was unveiled Friday at the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF). Maj. Gen. Johnny Davis, U.S. Army Recruiting Command & Fort Knox commanding general, unveiled the display along with SDF Executive Director Dan Mann, and Knox Regional Development Alliance President and CEO retired Brig. Gen. Jim Iacocca.
Johnson Tallies Four Goals as Scots Travel to Ohio
ADA, Ohio – The Alma College men's lacrosse team traveled to Ohio for a non-conference matchup with the Polar Bears of Ohio Northern University. Alma was defeated by a final score of 17-6. ONU got on the board just over a minute into the game to kick off the scoring. Alma held the Polar Bears scoreless for the next ten minutes until they were able to knot the game at one's from Aaron Zettel. ONU would add another tally to end the first quarter, Alma down 2-1.
Knox Hills improving in almost every category, survey says
The results of the fiscal year 2022 Army Tenant Satisfaction Survey, which were released last week, show that Fort Knox is one of the top ten installations to live at in terms of quality housing. Knox Hills, the Lendlease privatized military housing partner on post, scored 81.8 points out of 100 in overall tenant satisfaction, a 1.5 point increase over the previous year, ranking 8 out of the 43 installations surveyed.
Heart Sister
Books Young Adult Indie Heart Sister Featured After his twin sister, Minnie, dies in an accident, Emmitt's world goes sideways. He’s lost his best friend and it feels like the family is falling apart without her. But Minnie was an organ donor and Emmitt soon receives an anonymous thank you letter from one of the transplant recipients. Inspiration strikes, and he decides to try and put his sister back together, in spirit.
Ghosting You
Books Young Adult Indie Ghosting You FeaturedNew Tommy hears dead people. Okay, one dead person. His best friend, Chase. Since his death, Tommy can’t stop hearing his voice. They talk every day and Tommy even sends him texts, but it always ends the same. Message failed to send. Until one day, a stranger texts back. Getting stuck in nowhere Georgia was not on Nick’s summer agenda, but a horoscope, a chance encounter, and a cute boy has things looking up. There’s just one problem, the boy hates him.
Commentary: I ruined my son’s hair and earned a greater respect for barbers
I don’t consider myself to be a doomsday prepper, at least not like the folks portrayed on television. But, I do like to be equipped to survive awhile during a crisis or disaster. I certainly wasn’t scrambling to go to a supermarket to get toilet paper, milk and bread when the COVID-19 situation started getting serious.
Forgiven Are the Starry-Eyed
Books Young Adult Fiction Forgiven Are the Starry-Eyed Release Date April 26, 2019 Naive sixteen-year-old Andrea Cavanaugh is elated when Josh, a charismatic, bright-eyed piano prodigy, becomes her first boyfriend. But the closer she gets to him, the more she realizes that he is not the boy she first fell for.
Paper Bag Mask
Books Young Adult Indie Paper Bag Mask Co-Authors / Illustrators Brock Heasley Publisher Name Pen Name Publishing Published Date October 23, 2018 ISBN Number 978-1-941541-40-1 At the same moment he catches his teacher giving illegal drugs to a student, Redmond Fairweather loses his friggin’ mind and steals Mr. Street’s prized possession—a stupid wooden sword with round edges that will never, ever cut through anything—“The Whomper.” Redmond has no idea why he stole the Whomper.
Book Review: Queens by Patrick Hodges
Posted on December 14, 2018 Queens by Patrick Hodges My rating: 5 of 5 stars When you read the blurb about ‘Queens’ by Patrick Hodges, it tells you the book is a “cosmic game of chess” — which is a perfect one-liner about the second book in this fantasy / sci-fi series, Wielders of Arantha, published by Creativia. Although this isn’t my typical genre, I took a chance on the first book and enjoyed it so much, I took on the second this month.
The Gods of Men
Books Young Adult Indie The Gods of Men Featured 468 1 Sable hated the gods. She hated what men did in their name. Magic is forbidden throughout the Five Provinces; those born with it are hunted and killed. Sable doesn't know her music holds power over souls--not until, at age nine, she plays her flute before the desert court and accidentally stops her baby sister's heart, killing her.
Featured Review: Make it Count by Tamar Sloan
Casey’s touch can reveal the one thing a person would never want to know — the number of days they have left to live. By the time Casey turns seventeen, she’s learned to withdraw. But the phobia she fakes in order to avoid human contact is sorely tested by hot, persistent, motorcycle riding PJ. For a girl who craves contact, maple-eyed PJ is impossible to resist.
Featured Review: Junction 2020 Book 1: The Portal by Carol Riggs
New Year's Eve, 2019. Mari Stratton attends a New Year's Eve party with her brother Randall and her hearing-impaired friend Lauren. A collecting game begins in the dark fields outside prior to the celebration countdown. When midnight strikes, Mari finds herself and four others propelled by a violent green storm into a confusing landscape of beauty, danger, and mystery. In this place, ruthless black-cloaked riders on horseback called Shifters comb the countryside hunting them down.
Featured Review: The Good Citizen by Joël Henning Doty
A dystopian novel for today. Governcorp has taken over the United States, Broadcasters are ubiquitous and immigrants can't be trusted. Fifteen-year-old Hannah, a new citizen, and thirteen-year-old Jenny, a future safety officer, have nothing in common. But it's Jenny's job to make sure Hannah follows the Governcorp citizenship rules-especially to carry and use a Protector properly. Having a Protector is supposed to keep you safe, and help you keep others and your community safe.
Featured Review: Spies Like Me by Doug Solter
Can she bring these girls together? When she discovers her father's plane crash wasn't an accident, sixteen year old Emma wants to punish those responsible. Even if it means becoming a spy. The mysterious organization known simply as The Authority wants Emma to join The Gems. This team of all-girl spies knows how to handle themselves on dangerous missions...like stopping an evil plan to incinerate the world's food supply. Meet The Gems... Olivia, code-named Emerald, is seventeen years old.
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