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Why San Antonio should host US Space Command Edward A. Rice Jr. December 29, 2020 Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph members slow their vehicle speed as they exit the base through the main gate bollards at Joint Base San Antonio. (Melissa Peterson/Air Force) San Antonio is one of six finalist communities to host the headquarters for U.S. Space Command — the unified combatant command responsible for commanding and controlling space operations by all our military forces. For those of us ...

In this commentary, a retired four-star Air Force general says Colorado Springs, Colorado, has always been the center of the militarys space operations.

Redstone Arsenal still in the fight for home of Space Command Center Huntsville Arsenal finalist for Space Command By Caroline Klapp | December 23, 2020 at 6:44 PM CST - Updated December 23 at 6:48 PM HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - “First class,” That’s how Pentagon officials described Governor Ivey’s pitch on why Alabama should become the new home of Space Command Headquarters. Right now Redstone Arsenal is in a tough competition with five other sites for the landing spot. Alabama made...

OMAHA — Nebraska’s political, business, educational and military leaders have Zoomed their pitch to bring the U.S. Space Command headquarters to Offutt Air Force Base, arguing that a unique blend of academic, public and private support make Offutt the right choice. Now, it’s time to wait. The six communities that are finalists for the headquarters — and the 1,400 jobs that come with it — each had one hour Monday or Tuesday to make their case by video teleconference to t...

Presidential transition could scrub local efforts to land Space Command, Hagel warns Former defense secretary backs Offutt AFB, but says decision less than 30 days before new administration is not very wise Share Updated: 1:23 AM CST Dec 23, 2020 MANDEL NGAN Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel arrives to board a flight at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., Monday, May 12, 2014. Hagel is heading for a visit to Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Israel. (AP Photo/Mandel Ngan, Pool) ...

The Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. — Four Midwestern universities have formed a space-oriented academic and research alliance aimed at luring the U.S. Space Command headquarters to Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. University of Nebraska President Ted Carter said the partnership with the University of North Dakota, Kansas State University and Purdue would develop new degree programs and research initiatives, the Omaha World-Herald reported. Offutt is among the six finalists to become the headq...

Today A mix of clouds and sun this morning followed by mostly cloudy skies and a few showers this afternoon. High 46F. Winds ENE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30%.. Tonight Rain showers this evening with mostly clear conditions overnight. Low 29F. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%. Updated: March 26, 2021 @ 4:55 am Guests read about the history of Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station as they tour the tunnel leading into the bunker during the 50th anniversary celebration of the Cheye...

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New Mexico to Pitch Pentagon for Space Command Locale Mayor Tim Keller and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will lead a brigade of local officials and area experts today, Monday, in a virtual battle to persuade the Pentagon to locate the new U.S. Space Command in Albuquerque. by Kevin Robinson-Avila, Albuquerque Journal / December 22, 2020 Shutterstock.com Tim Keller  and Gov.  Michelle Lujan Grisham  will lead a brigade of local offic...

UND joins effort to bring U.S. Space Command to Midwest North Dakota University System Chancellor Mark Hagerott, along with University of Nebraska system President Retired Vice Adm. Ted Carter, Purdue President Mitch Daniels and Kansas State President Richard Myers, published a column in the Annapolis Capital-Gazette over the weekend about the partnership, noting they have “numerous existing strengths on which to build this alliance.” 1:38 pm, Dec. 22, 2020 × Pablo de...