Fort Bragg Today

06/11/2026

🇺🇸 HEAD UP: All American Gate Closing For Up To 24 Months At Fort Bragg NC

🚧 With the All American Gate closing in early to mid-July for long-term construction, here’s a quick look at what gate options will remain available. Officials are encouraging drivers to begin planning alternate routes now before the closure begins.

🟢 24-Hour Gates
🔹 Long Street Gate
🔹 Chicken Gate
🔹 Yadkin Gate
🔹 Honeycutt Gate
🔹 R. Miller Gate
🔹 Canopy Gate

🟡 Limited Hour Gates (5 AM – 9 PM)
🔹 Butner Gate
🔹 Manchester Gate
🔹 Rock Merritt Gate

🔴 Closed Gates
🔹 Knox Gate
🔹 MMD Gate
🔹 All American Gate

🏗️ The All American Gate closure is expected to last approximately 24 months as crews replace the Gruber Road Bridge and complete major improvements along the All American Freeway corridor.

🚗 Drivers who normally use the All American Gate should expect traffic patterns to change and may want to begin testing alternate routes before construction begins.

🏢 NOTE! The All American Visitor Center will remain open during the closure. ✅

⏳ If your daily commute includes Fort Bragg, now may be a good time to practice your new route and identify which gate works best for your schedule.

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06/10/2026

🇺🇸 Army South Battalion Marks Leadership Transition At Fort Bragg NC

🪖 Soldiers, military leaders, veterans, and guests gathered at Marshall Hall on Fort Bragg as Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion (HHBN), U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command, conducted a formal change of command ceremony on June 4.

🤝 The ceremony marked the transfer of authority and responsibility from outgoing commander Lt. Col. Patrick A. Barone to the battalion’s incoming commander, continuing one of the Army’s most respected traditions.

🌎 The battalion supports the U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command, formerly known as U.S. Army South (USARSO), which leads Army partnerships, security cooperation, and military engagement efforts throughout Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and portions of North America.

🏅 During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Barone received the Meritorious Service Medal in recognition of his leadership, accomplishments, and service while commanding the battalion.

🫡 For Soldiers and veterans, change of command ceremonies represent more than a leadership transition. The passing of the unit colors symbolizes the transfer of trust, authority, and responsibility while ensuring the mission continues without interruption.

🎖️ The ceremony honored the accomplishments of the outgoing commander while welcoming new leadership to guide the battalion into its next chapter of service from Fort Bragg.

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📸 Sgt. Andrew Clark

06/06/2026

🇺🇸 92nd Civil Affairs Battalion Welcomes New Commander At Fort Bragg NC

🪖 Soldiers, leaders, family members, and guests gathered on May 29, 2026, as the 92nd Civil Affairs Battalion (Special Operations) (Airborne) conducted a Change of Command Ceremony at Fort Bragg.

🎖️ During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Kyle J. Robinson officially assumed command of the battalion, succeeding Lt. Col. Bradley W. Roush.

🏳️ A key tradition of the ceremony is the passing of the battalion colors, symbolizing the orderly transfer of leadership, authority, and responsibility from one commander to the next.

🤝 The event honored the service and accomplishments of the outgoing commander while welcoming the incoming commander to lead the battalion into its next chapter.

📜 The ceremony also included remarks from military leaders and presentations recognizing the contributions and legacy of the outgoing command team.

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📷 Sgt. Christian Dela Cruz

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06/06/2026

🎸 Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band! FREE Concert !

🇺🇸 Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band will perform a free concert at the Fort Bragg Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 13, 2026, bringing an evening of music and appreciation to service members, veterans, military families, and authorized guests.

🎤 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ Gates Open 5:00 PM • Concert Begins 6:00 PM
🏟️ Fort Bragg Fairgrounds

🎟️ Free Admission 🚙 Base access required

🎶 The Lt. Dan Band has entertained troops and military communities around the world through the Gary Sinise Foundation, which supports active duty service members, veterans, first responders, and their families.

🪑 Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of live music with friends and family.

🤝 The event is designed to honor those who serve while bringing the military community together through music and appreciation.

🎵 Have you ever attended a Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band concert?

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06/06/2026

🎓 UNC Chapel Hill Leaders Visit Fort Bragg To Explore Future Partnerships

🤝 Leaders from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill recently visited Fort Bragg to gain a deeper understanding of military operations and explore opportunities for future collaboration.

🩵 During the visit, UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts met with Lt. Gen. Gregory Anderson, commanding general of XVIII Airborne Corps, and toured several areas across the installation.

🏥 The group received briefings from military leaders, including personnel at Womack Army Medical Center, to learn more about healthcare, readiness, research, and support operations serving Soldiers and their families.

🪂 Visitors also experienced some of Fort Bragg’s unique training capabilities, including the 34 foot airborne training tower used to prepare paratroopers for airborne operations.

📚 Military and university partnerships can create opportunities for research, education, innovation, healthcare advancement, and workforce development that benefit both Soldiers and the broader community.

🌎 Officials said the visit helped identify areas where Fort Bragg and UNC Chapel Hill may work together in the future while strengthening relationships between military and academic leaders.

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📷 Sgt. Austin Robertson

06/06/2026

🇺🇸 Fort Bragg Soldiers Complete M4 Qualification Training

🎯 Soldiers assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 4th Psychological Operations Group (Airborne), recently participated in M4 carbine qualification training at Fort Bragg.

🪖 The training tested marksmanship skills while reinforcing safe weapons handling procedures and individual readiness in a controlled environment.

📈 Qualification ranges are a routine part of Army training and help ensure Soldiers remain proficient with their assigned weapon systems while maintaining combat readiness.

💪 Training events like these support mission preparedness and help build confidence, discipline, and accountability across the force.

🌎 The 4th Psychological Operations Group (Airborne) plays a unique role in supporting military operations and maintaining specialized capabilities across a variety of missions.

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📷 Spc. Roddie Arline

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

🪂 Free Nerf Wars Event For Military Families

🎯 Military families are invited to enjoy a FREE day of fun with the Jr. Paratroopers during Nerf Wars on June 20.

🪪 Proof of military ID is required and advance registration is needed to attend.

🎈 June 20 from 10am-2pm
🏢 5572 Shenandoah Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304

🎯 Nerf battle zones
🍔 Free meal for every attendee
🧗 Rock wall
🎈 Inflatables
🫧 Foam party
🎨 Face painting

📲 Register and reserve your spot at:
https://l.ead.me/bgpK79

🙌 RHFnow is also looking for 30 volunteers to help support the event. Interested volunteers can contact RHFnow for additional information.

❤️ Eligible military families can enjoy a full day of activities, food, and fun at no cost with the Jr. Paratroopers.

06/05/2026

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06/01/2026

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