SAN ANTONIO (Aug. 11, 2014) - Prior to the year 2000 when a Military Working Dog was retired from service it was euthanized, but on Sept. 27, 2000, Congress passed "Robby's Law," which allows military dogs to be adopted once they retire. "I'm glad the law was changed and the military can adopt these dogs out," said Staff Sgt. Daniel Heinzig, an operations sergeant with 504th … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2014
Secretary McDonald Announces Independent Review of All VA Scheduling Practices
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August 11, 2014, Phoenix, AZ - Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald today announced the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has initiated an independent, nation-wide review of all scheduling practices at VA medical facilities. In his first trip as Secretary, McDonald also announced a series of additional actions to improve veterans’ access to timely, … [Read more...]
Vet Reunited with Dog Illustrates Hidden Dangers of Unrestrained Pets
August 11, 2014 - While man’s best friend may make a wonderful companion, they may not be the greatest partners when it comes to riding in a vehicle. Tens of thousands of vehicular accidents each year are thought to be caused by unrestrained pets. Whether they are hanging out a window or curled on a lap, the consequences can be deadly. Reunited Vet A recent news story … [Read more...]
Air Force Improves Nuclear Force Manpower Levels
August 8, 2014, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - The Air Force will increase nuclear force manning at Air Force Global Strike Command missile and bomber wings beginning this fall, officials announced Aug. 7. The Air Force will plus-up nuclear enterprise manning levels by hundreds of positions at select bases, with the first wave of Airmen expected to arrive through the next few … [Read more...]
SMA: Engaged Leadership Key to Resilient Force
FORT DRUM, N.Y. (Aug. 8, 2014) - As the Army begins moving toward reduced troop numbers, a glaring reality faces units across the board -- commanders must be prepared to sustain a rigorous operational tempo with fewer Soldiers standing in formation. To help shed some light on the future of the U.S. Army, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III and his wife, Jeanne, … [Read more...]