In order to enhance the security and public safety of the Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) community, effective Feb. 6, 2021 at 6:00PM until further notice, we have modified gate access procedures. Please plan for extra commute time during peak travel hours. Here’s what’s new: o 100% ID checks for all personnel in vehicles. […]
Fort Cavazos News
Suspect quickly detained without incident after discharging weapon, no one injured
On February 6, at approximately 12:50 a.m., a shooting incident occurred at Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos); no one was injured, the suspect is in Military Police custody. Initial reports indicate, the suspected shooter – a former Soldier – was socializing with current Soldiers when he fired a pistol outdoors in the parking lot. […]
CRDAMC COVID-19 vaccination site moves to Abrams Gym Feb. 8
By Mikaela Cade, Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Public Affairs FORT HOOD (Now designated Fort Cavazos), Texas – Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center will relocate its COVID-19 vaccination clinic from the main hospital to Abrams Gym Monday, Feb. 8. Abrams gym will open at 8 a.m. Monday for eligible DOD beneficiaries to receive […]
Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) leaders’ statements on new funding for post housing
III Corps commanding general’s statement: “Today, the Army announced that Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) will receive significant funding to upgrade and build new housing for enlisted Soldiers Work will begin in summer 2021. Thank you to the Soldiers and Families who participated in various town halls, focus groups, and surveys; this accelerated funding […]
Next generation of night vision technology tested before equipping warfighters
By Mr. Mike Shelton, Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate, U.S. Army Operational Test Command FORT BRAGG, North Carolina – Operational Airborne Soldiers here wrapped up testing new night vision goggles and a laser range finder. To determine the operational effectiveness and suitability of the Enhanced Night Vision Goggle – Binocular (ENVG-B) — the Army’s […]
Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) hospital commander hosts COVID-19 vaccine town hall
FORT HOOD (Now designated Fort Cavazos), Texas – Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center is hosting a Facebook Live Town Hall to provide a COVID-19 vaccine update and respond to questions submitted by beneficiaries. The town hall will be from 3-4 p.m., Friday, Jan. 22. Hospital leaders expect to expand the vaccine distribution soon, increasing […]
