JANUARY 15
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DoD to Improve Awards Process The Pentagon has made a number of changes to ensure servicemembers receive appropriate recognition of their actions. Read More
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Where the Candidates Stand on Veterans Issues Task & Purpose recently published an article on where each of the presidential candidates stand on veterans' issue. Read More
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Conflicting Reports on Vet Unemployment Recently, the Los Angeles Times published an article which stated high veteran unemployment appears to be a thing of the past. However, several sources report the opposite to be true. Read More
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Navy to Conduct Stateside Anti-Terrorism Exercise Exercise Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield is an annual anti-terrorism force protection (ATFP) exercise designed to train Navy security forces to respond to threats to installations and units. Read More
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Health Coverage Tax Form Available on myPay All active-duty, Guard, Reserve, retiree and civilian Airmen will need proof of health care coverage when filing their federal tax returns for 2015. Read More
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TRICARE News: Nurse Advice Line The Nurse Advice Line (NAL) is an evaluation tool for those seeking care or who have medical questions. Read More
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Valor Awards to be Reviewed Defense Secretary Ash Carter has directed the military departments to review recommendations for certain medals since Sept. 11, 2001. Read More
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Your 2016 VA Loan: Up to $417k Financing Thinking of buying or refinancing? Rates are on the rise, but qualified borrowers can pay as little as $0 down with no PMI payments. Read More
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Virtual Accelerator for Veteran-led Businesses The Veterans Virtual Accelerator distance learning program will connect high-growth veteran and veteran spouse-led businesses with support and training. Read More
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Fort Riley M47 Tanks Restored Soldiers recently began restoration of two M47 Patton tanks at Fort Riley. Read More
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TRICARE Co-Pays Adding Up? Doctor and hospital bills are expensive even when you're covered by TRICARE. Help minimize or even eliminate out-of-pocket expenses. Read More
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Survivor Benefit Update for Special Needs Children A newly released policy allows military retirees with special needs children to take advantage of a law changing the way their Survivor Benefit Plan can be paid after their death. Read More
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Army Seeks Candidates for Astronaut Training The U.S. Army is seeking applications from soldiers who want to be considered for the Army Astronaut Candidate Screening Board. Read More
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AF Updates Wounded Warrior Program The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program has enhanced services to provide more comprehensive care for the wounded, ill or injured recovering servicemembers. Read More
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Army Relief Offers Scholarships Army Emergency Relief (AER) is accepting scholarship applications for both spouses and dependent children. Read More
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AAFES Expands Internet Service AAFES has announced that barracks and dorm residents at 14 additional CONUS installations can now enjoy Exchange CONNECT high-speed Internet and digital TV service. Read More
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SGLI/VGLI Enough? Get $100k Coverage from $7/Month Could your family survive if something happened to you? Start protecting your family's financial future today. Read More
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New Navy App for Language and Cultural Training The Navy Center for Language, Regional Expertise, and Culture (CLREC) recently announced the launch of a mobile application for training products and working aids. Read More
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Bugle Calls Return to Fort Benning As the U.S. Army developed, it standardized the use of bugle calls for a disciplined lifestyle. Fort Benning has resumed playing traditional bugal calls throughout the installation. Read More
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New Solar Ready Vets Program Begins The Solar Ready Vets program at Hill Air Force Base will begin training the first class of 24 veterans transitioning to the civilian workforce Feb 1. Read More
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Shopping Healthy at the Commissary To prepare healthier meals for your family, here are several tips to follow when visiting your local commissary. Read More
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AAFES Reese's Pandemonium Sweepstakes The Army & Air Force Exchange Service and Hershey are sponsoring the Reese's Pandemonium sweepstakes. Six shoppers will win a $500 Exchange gift card. Read More
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Video: See What's New in the Military.com Pay App Military.com recently updated its pay app with new 2016 basic pay data and the ability to calculate Drill Pay for Reserve and Guard and COLA based on zip code. Read More
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Tax Assistance for Coast Guard Members The Coast Guard is offering free electronic tax filing service via CG Support. Read More
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Homes for Heroes Wells Fargo and the Military Warriors Support Foundation help military veterans who were wounded while serving their country. Read More
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Navy Seeks Recruit Commanders The U.S. Navy is encouraging Sailors to consider becoming a recruit division commander (RDC) for their next shore duty assignment. Read More
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Art Therapy for Wounded Warriors An art therapy program at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center provides servicemembers an outlet for non-verbal expression at a time when verbal communication may be challenging. Read More
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MOAA Hosts New Military Retirement Webinar Join the MOAA for a financial webinar on 'The New Military Retirement Program and Your Million Dollar Decision.' Read More
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War College Seeks Input for Upcoming Conference The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) is calling for papers in preparation of its fourth annual Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Conference to be held May 17. Read More
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Veterans Initiative for Marijuana in Utah The group Utah Veterans for Medical Cannibis has come together in hopes making medical marijuana legal in Utah. Read More
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Help for Alaska Veterans TriWest Healthcare Alliance is bringing six new employees to Alaska to help get veterans' medical appointments scheduled and doctors' bills paid. Read More
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Jobs Expo in Cleveland The Hiring Our Heroes expo for veterans and military spouses will feature nearly 80 employers, all of which have immediate openings. Read More
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