Archives for November 2014

NMCP: Flu Vaccine Now Available for TRICARE Beneficiaries

NOVEMBER 13, 2014, PORTSMOUTH, Va. (NNS) - Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) and its branch clinics are now offering annual flu vaccine for all eligible TRICARE beneficiaries. All flu vaccines - the FluMist nasal spray and the traditional injectable - administered at NMCP and its clinics protect against four strains of influenza. Flu immunizations are available at the … [Read more...]

Army Production Premieres ‘iSoldier’ Newscast

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Nov. 13, 2014) - Soldiers at Defense Media Activity-Army Broadcasting recently premiered the new iSoldier newscast, a new multi-media program aimed at younger Soldiers. The newscast from Army Broadcasting at Fort Meade, Maryland, is a weekly two-minute Internet-based program showcasing the most current Army information from around the … [Read more...]

Academy Civilian Saves Air Force $33,000 through Airmen Powered by Innovation Program

NOVEMBER 13, 2014, U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AFNS) - The purpose of the Airmen Powered by Innovation program, launched in April, is to make every dollar count and allow Airmen to share innovative ideas to improve the Air Force. One human resources assistant here did just that, saving the Academy time and $33,000 annually. In May, Luana Kennedy, who has worked here for … [Read more...]

Hagel Says Vietnam Wall Teaches Sacrifice and Need for Questioning Policies

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2014 - The Vietnam War Memorial teaches Americans to honor those who sacrificed, but also to be honest and to question the policies that send Americans to war, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said today. Hagel served as an Army sergeant in the 9th Infantry Division during the war and spoke at the Wall today about the meaning of the memorial. The secretary … [Read more...]

Women Leaders Needed for Shore Special Programs

NOVEMBER 12, 2014, MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) - Career opportunities for active-duty female Sailors are abundant with the Women Ashore program, Navy detailers said Nov. 12. "There are opportunities for female Sailors to earn their Instructor Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) (9502), their master training specialist qualification, corrections specialist NEC (9575), or even … [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 […]