KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 28, 2014 - First-time deployments for new airmen can be intimidating, even terrifying for the introvert who isn't used to being a part of the team atmosphere that comes with being in the military. The feelings of nervousness, fear or even embarrassment come easily in this situation. This leads you to wonder if you're going to be accepted into a … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2014
Educators Gain Understanding, Appreciation of Navy During Weeklong Trip
August 27, 2014, SAN DIEGO (NNS) - A weeklong trip, Aug. 4-8, visiting Navy facilities around San Diego has given a group of northwest educators the knowledge to better inform their students about Navy opportunities. Navy Recruiting District (NRD) Portland invited 10 teachers and counselors to an educator orientation visit (EOV) to see firsthand what life is like in the … [Read more...]
HUD, VA, and USICH Announce 33% Drop in Veteran Homelessness Since 2010
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August 27, 2014, WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) today released a new national estimate of veteran homelessness in the United States. Data collected during the annual Point-in-Time Count conducted in January 2014 shows there were 49,933 … [Read more...]
Two Vietnam War Soldiers, One From Civil War to Receive Medal of Honor
WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Aug. 27, 2014) - The White House announced today that Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Bennie G. Adkins and Spc. 4 Donald P. Sloat will receive the Medal of Honor for actions in Vietnam. It was also announced 1st Lt. Alonzo H. Cushing will posthumously receive the Medal of Honor for actions in the Civil War during the Battle of Gettysburg. … [Read more...]
VA Outlines Actions to Improve Access to Care and Implement Recommendations
August 27, 2014, WASHINGTON - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) today released the final report of its review of systemic issues with patient scheduling and access issues at the Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS). VA concurred with the recommendations in the final report and, in many cases, has already implemented action plans and … [Read more...]