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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A student rides a bike as four service members with pompoms cheer outside of an elementary school.

Cycling With Cheer

Service members cheer as a student rides their bike during Purple Up Day at Hickam Elementary at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, April 17, 2025. Students and staff wore purple to show pride and appreciation for the children of service members who serve alongside their families in spirit.

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