Fort Greely Faces Food Service Disruption Amid Staffing Cuts and Hiring Freeze
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Fort Greely, an Army base in Alaska, is experiencing significant food service disruptions due to staffing shortages following federal workforce reductions. An emergency contract has been initiated to address the lack of cooks, which threatens the mission readiness of the approximately 350 stationed soldiers. The situation has led to reduced dining facility hours and temporary cash allowances for soldiers, while efforts are underway to secure permanent staffing solutions.

Jan 9, 2026, 1:49 PM