At least one member of Heather Shreve’s family has continuously served in the U.S. Army, since its inception in 1775 —and as the Army celebrates its 250th birthday this weekend, Shreve said

Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll presented a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery to begin a day of festivities for the Army's 250th birthday.

Flag Day is on June 14 every year. In 2025, Flag Day is on Saturday. The United States Army is celebrating 's 250th birthday is Saturday, June 14, 2025 − which is the same day as Flag Day. On this day 246 years ago, Congress created our national flag by commemorating Betsy Ross' creation of the Stars & Stripes.

Just four months ago, the Fox News host Steve Doocy gave a social-media send-off to his young producer Ariel Abergel, who had announced that he was leaving the network. Alongside a montage of the two traveling through Iowa, Doocy reminisced about their three years together and affectionately razzed Abergel as “Ari the driver.”

The Army plans an elaborate display of armor, artillery and aircraft for its 250th anniversary parade June 14.

The 250th Army Birthday Celebration planned for the Lawton Fort Sill community has been canceled. According to officials with the City of Lawton and Fort Sill, the decision was made after discussion with the Lawton Police Department due to what officials call “credible security threats amid planned protests.