August 28, 2014 - The Military Reserves offer flexibility that a full-time career in the five branches of the military lacks. You train during specified periods of the week or month, but you're able to return to your family and career during the rest of the time. But what careers work well with the skills you'll learn and use in the military, and how can you use military … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2014
President Pledges Support to Veterans
FORT MEADE, Md., Aug. 28, 2014 - The country is welcoming home a new wave of veterans and Americans have a sacred trust to get them the benefits they earned, President Barack Obama said. In a speech to the American Legion’s annual convention in Charlotte, North Carolina, Obama said more than a million service members will return to civilian life in the coming years. … [Read more...]
CNAL Commemorates Women’s Equality Day
August 28, 2014, NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) - Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic (CNAL) Multicultural Committee hosted Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority (KEY) Aug. 26 during a Women's Equality Day celebration at Naval Station Norfolk. This annual observance recognizes women throughout history and the contributions they have made toward full equality in the United States. "The … [Read more...]
Searchers Use Night-Vision Gear to Look for Pilot of Downed Guard Jet in Virginia Forest
August 28, 2014, BARNES AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Mass. - The search for a missing 104th Fighter Wing pilot expanded Thursday with Air Force resources as day broke over the Washington National Forest near Deerfield Valley, Virginia. An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 104th Fighter Wing crashed about 9:05 a.m. Wednesday, about five minutes after radio contact with the pilot was … [Read more...]
Army Uses Holistic Approach to Weight Loss
FORT HOOD, Texas (Aug. 28, 2014) - In today's culture of miracle remedies for weight loss, it may seem a bit overwhelming for a person struggling to lose a few extra pounds to navigate through the multitude of possible solutions, this is where the staff of the Soldier Family Fit Facility here comes into play. The staff provides guidance for Soldiers and family members, … [Read more...]