It's still time to join Fort Dix and the nation in observance of Independence Day on Sunday July 4th with fun, fireworks and entertainment at Doughboy Field. The event, 6 to 11 p.m., is open to the public. The festivities kick off at 6pm and be prepared to be entertained by radio station Power 99 on-air personality; the up and coming singer Anthony Hall, the Silver Wings and R&B artist, Keyshia Cole.A spectacular fireworks display begins around 9:30 p.m.To enter the installation for the event photo identification will be required for all adults and children over the age of 12.As a result of installations post-911 security requirements, no picnic baskets or coolers will be permitted, but blankets and chairs will be allowed.  Vendors will be on site providing food and refreshments availab... 07/04/2009

All Gave Some.....Some Gave All As a former Navy Reservist, I personally know the sacrifices of today's reservists. No longer is the reserves a one weekend a month, two weeks a year gig.  Today's reservists are serving alongside America's active duty soldiers in some of the most dangerous places in the world.  Maj. Dwayne M. Kelley a 1978 graduate of Kennedy High School in Willingboro and more recently a resident of South Orange, was killed in action during his third tour of duty by an explosion in Sadr City, Iraq, in June.  Maj. Kelley, A U.S. Army Reservist and a decorated detective sergeant with the New Jersey State Police, Kelley served in both Afghanistan and Iraq. Friday, October 10, 2008, Fort Dix hosted a ceremony renaming the post's Pemberton Access Gate in honor of Maj. Kelley... 10/12/2008

Fort Dix will join the nation in observance of Independence Day on Sunday July 4th with fun, fireworks and entertainment at Doughboy Field. The event, 6 to 11 p.m., is open to the public. The festivities kick off at 6pm and be prepared to be entertained by radio station Power 99 on-air personality; the up and coming singer Anthony Hall, the Silver Wings and R&B artist, Keyshia Cole.At 9 p.m. the Silver Wings Parachute Team will perform followed by a spectacular fireworks display by Schaefer, Inc. around 9:30 p.m.It's shaping up to be one fantastic night to celebrate our Nation's Birthday. To enter the installation for the event photo identification will be required for all adults and children over the age of 12.As a result of installations post-911 security requirements, no picnic baske... 07/03/2008

If you are stationed at Fort Dix, New Jersey or any area military installation, this is a reminber that the the annual "Home Buyer's, Seller's, Renter's Seminar and Fair" will be held Friday, 14 March 2008 from 1000 to 1400 at THE CLUB, Building 2508, McGuire AFB NJ.There will be seminars discussing various aspects of buying, selling and renting, including mortgage, home inspection, legal, preparing you home for sale and the role the VA plays in home purchasing.Exibits by local Realtors and service providers will be going on continuously, with an open fair from 1200-1400.We will have a booth there and will be glad to discuss your needs as to finding the best type of housing that meets your needs and budget, whether you should rent or buy if not sure, relocation and finding a trusted pro... 03/05/2008

On July 4, Fort Dix will host a nighttime celebration starting at 6 p.m. on Doughboy Field.The evening's entertainment will include an aerial parachuting demonstration by the Army Silver Wings Parachute Team of Fort Benning, Ga. and country music star Craig Morgan. The 307th Army Rock Show Band, will also perform, and at 9:30 p.m., a fireworks display will start.The display is the largest in South Jersey, and has been a part of Fort Dix tradition since 1944.Parking will be reserved for vehicles with the proper decals, but shuttle buses will be provided for those who do not have decals. Starting at 5 p.m., buses will depart from the Air Mobility Warfare Center, Helen A. Fort Middle School, Fort Dix Elementary School and the Wrightstown Circle Area.Shuttle buses will run continuously betw... 07/04/2007

Fort Dix is a United States Army installation located in parts of New Hanover Township, Pemberton Township, and Springfield Township, in Burlington County, (South) New Jersey. It is also a census-designated place, and as of the United States 2000 Census, the installation population was 7,464.  (Source: Wikipedia)Fort Dix is named for Major General John Adams Dix, a veteran of the War of 1812 and the Civil War. During his distinguished public career, he was a United States Senator, Secretary of the Treasury, Minister to France and Governor of New York. Transferring to Fort Dix?  Areas surrounding Ft. Dix, such as Burlington County, offer great places to live, work, play and raise a family. Whether you prefer an urban, suburban or country environment to live, it's all here.  And depending... 12/06/2006