Archives for December 2008

Military Support

Featured Article Your Beloved Soldier Is Coming Home - Now What? By Allie Ochs Laura anxiously anticipates the return of her husband Dan. What will it be like and what should she do? After all, he is not returning from a successful business trip or golf weekend. He is coming back from war. Should she arrange a romantic just-for-the-two-of-us event or a family reunion? This is … [Read more...]

Military Pay

Basic Pay is the fundamental component of Military pay. All members receive it and typically it is the largest component of a member's pay. A member's grade (usually the same as rank) and years of service determines the amount of basic pay received. There are various types of pay. Basic pay is received by all and is the main component of an individual's salary. The other … [Read more...]

Illegal Immigration

Related Links: Americans for Legal Immigration American Patrol Report The American Resistance Border Patrol IllegalAliens.us NumbersUSA Oregonians for Immigration Reform Protect Arizona Now Ranch Rescue MilitarySpot.com salutes the hardworking members of the U.S. Border Patrol! Photos by James Tourtellotte Special Response Team members of the … [Read more...]

Are You Prepared For a National Emergency?

Preparedness Project Discussion Forums (scroll down for Preparedness section.) Are You Prepared For a National Emergency? The MilitarySpot.com Preparedness Project seeks to facilitate an open discussion about preparedness issues facing Americans in the event of a national calamity. A national calamity is defined for this purpose as a catastrophic event that threatens or … [Read more...]

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Important information about medical and legal issues of particular concern to U.S. Military veterans. (Information on this page is deemed reliable but not guaranteed, and should not be regarded or construed as actual medical or legal advice.) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a term for the psychological consequences of exposure to or confrontation with stressful … [Read more...]

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Coast Guard Rescues Boater 100 Miles Off Clearwater

DECEMBER 16, 2025 — A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew rescued a boater after their commercial fishing vessel caught fire approximately 100 miles west of Clearwater, Sunday. The boater was in stable condition and did not require medical attention. The aircrew located the boater in a life raft near the burning […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Military Students’ Tips to Balance Service and Studies

OCTOBER 10, 2025 – Studying in college while serving in the military can be highly rewarding but also extremely demanding in some respects. Military members, veterans, and their families typically balance demanding duty schedules, deployments, family responsibilities, and school schedules. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and being willing to seek and take advantage of available […]

Former Soldier Navigates Job Hunt

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 — In early 2017, Michael Quinn endured what he called the worst day in the worst year of his life. Quinn, then a sergeant major and 24-year Army Soldier, had weathered deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Philippines. As an Army counter-intelligence agent, he said he learned to operate under grave circumstances […]

How Military Families Can Avoid Financial Panic During a Shutdown

OCTOBER 23, 2025 – Government shutdowns create unique challenges for military families who live on tight budgets, frequently relocate, and manage the constant demands of military service. While the uncertainty can feel overwhelming, following these five strategies can help you navigate the crisis with confidence. Keep Perspective. This financial disruption will end, just as the […]