Team RWB - Birmingham

02/06/2023

We had a military family lose their home to a fire recently with a few kiddos and one on the way. Needs are listed below. If you are able to contribute text or call 478-320-8808 for details for drop off.

117th Air Refueling Wing

12/06/2022

Our friend and hero, Newton Duke, passed away this weekend. He has spoken at our events, been the source behind Ruck Race Challenges & always inspired us with his service and character. We will always remember his sacrifice and the freedom he/others of his generation secured for us to embrace today. Serve details:

Visitation for Newton Duke is Fri, Dec 9 at 10:00am with Funeral at 11:30am at Southern Heritage Funeral Home.
Procession will depart at 1pm with burial at ALNC at 2pm.

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11/23/2022

Thank you Ethan for proudly representing Team RWB in the Magic City Half Marathon. The Magic City Half has graciously donated bibs over the years to Team RWB to show love to its Birmingham Veterans and we value our relationship with them and many races in our wonderful city.

It was a family affair with his brother crushing his first 1/2 with a great time and Ethan’s wife and dad volunteering at the aid station. We are proud to have you and your family serving Team RWB and for you toting Old Glory 🇺🇸

11/11/2022

Feel good story for Veterans Day.

One of my SNCO’s found some documents that included a Purple Heart decoration, which is awarded in the name of the President, to those wounded or killed while serving. This medal was lost, misplaced, or ended up in her hands and she trusted Team RWB to find the recipient or family to honor this soldier’s efforts and return it to the proper hands.

Steve and Jim, our Birmingham Eagles, went to work and through the VA Hospital, was able to place it back in the hands of the rightful recipient, Mr. Dorsey. While I wasn’t there to see him re-receive it, I can’t help but be thankful for his service, proud of our RWB folks for ensuring its delivery, and wanted to share this story with you.

There are relics all around us. Some decorations, markers, statues, museums, & some forgotten or lost/found in storage—our great country created days that are dedicated to remembering that same service from back then, like Memorial Day for the fallen or for all service men and woman, Veterans Day.

We are all on our way to becoming relics ourselves, what a great reminder for us all to reconnect with service, attach/re-connect meaning to others service, & take action so that actions of a valiant few aren’t lost forever, but found and returned with the grateful hearts we should all have.

08/07/2022

We're less than 50 days away until the 2022 Veterans Remembrance Ruck. Make sure to get registered and invite a friend to the race. Just as in years past; there will be a team ruck, individual ruck, 5k race and family fun run.

This year our challenges are brought to you by Southern Company's VETNET program. The challenges will be similar to the past with physical and mental challenges.

Register today and we'll see you on September 24th.

https://runsignup.com/Race/AL/Pelham/VeteransRemembranceRuck

06/29/2022

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***Community Advisory***

Next Wednesday July 6, 2022 at approximately 1:00pm, the Old Glory Relay will be making its way through the City of Hoover headed to The World Games Opening Ceremony in Birmingham. It will enter the City limits from Parkwood Road, turn right on Highway 150, turn left on Preserve Parkway, then onto Patton Chapel Road, turn right on Highway 31 south, then left into Hoover City Hall.

The relay will then go up Highway 31 north, where it will be passed off at Vestavia Hills City Hall. If you want to watch the relay go by, please do not park directly on roadways (especially Highway 150 or Highway 31) for everyone’s safety. Although roads will remain open, please use caution in these areas as the relay makes its way through the City.

Information about the Relay-
The Old Glory Relay is a national movement showcasing the strength, grit, and commitment of American veterans to support their well-being. Throughout the 44-day event, thousands of supporters will unite to walk, ruck, run, push, and cycle a single American flag from Washington, DC to Birmingham, AL, to The World Games presented by Airbus opening ceremony.

Team Red, White & Blue The World Games 2022 Birmingham

05/13/2022

Birmingham Eagles!

This year we will be doing our Memorial Day Workout (Murph) at Godspeed in Hoover. Same location as last year.

Signup and event info can be found at the link below.

https://forms.gle/fRmk7AyyFqSs1yKJ6

As we Remember those that gave their lives in service of our country, let us Honor them with reflection and sweat.

03/04/2022

Join us for our 1st quarter social on Thursday, March 10th at Moss Rock Tacos and Tequila at Moss Rock Preserve. We'll meet at 6pm and the food will be covered by Team RWB - Birmingham (Alcoholic beverages individual responsibility). Make sure to bring a vet to learn more about Team RWB - Birmingham. See you Thursday!