Melody Rathel

1 month ago | thewetumpkaherald.com | Melody Rathel

“Never allow a person to tell you no who doesn’t have the power to say yes.”This quote from Eleanor Roosevelt is one Tammy Milner-Briggs has lived by — and it has led her to her newest position as Army major. Currently, Milner-Briggs is an Army captain, but she will soon be promoted to major after serving in the Army for 30 years. She serves as a chaplain, helping others overcome hardships and other issues they face in the military.

1 month ago | alexcityoutlook.com | Melody Rathel

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1 month ago | alexcityoutlook.com | Melody Rathel

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1 month ago | alexcityoutlook.com | Melody Rathel

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1 month ago | alexcityoutlook.com | Melody Rathel

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