The 50th annual Joint Culinary Training Exercise showcased the talent of more than 200 military chefs from all military services around the globe to include three international teams: France, United Kingdom and Germany. The JCTE started Feb. 27, 2026 at Fort Lee MacLaughlin Fitness Center and continued until March 4, 2026. The exercise, administered by the Joint Culinary Training Directorate, is the largest American Culinary Federation-sanctioned competition in North America.
JBLMâs AER campaign kickoff was held March 4 at Carey Theater, Lewis Main, and it runs through June 14, the Armyâs 251st birthday. The Army-wide campaignâs goal is to ensure 100% of soldiers know about AERâs assistance programs and the opportunity to donate.
