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Archives for August 2019

Department of Defense Establishes U.S. Space Command

Department of Defense Establishes U.S. Space Command

AUGUST 30, 2019 - Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper signed documents formally establishing U.S. Space Command as the nation's 11th combatant command during a White House ceremony, Aug. 29, 2019. Led by Air Force Gen. John W. "Jay" Raymond, the command integrates the space capabilities of all services in maintaining the U.S. edge in space in an area of great power … [Read more...]

Military and Family Life Counselors Support Service Members

Military and Family Life Counselors Support Service Members

AUGUST 30, 2019 - With the rise of suicides in the military community, leadership and mental health providers are pondering what they can do to address the situation. One of the resources offered to help combat the stressors that affect mental health to active duty members and their family is the Military and Family Life Counseling program. “We are here to listen and if … [Read more...]

Hurricane Hunters fly Hurricane Dorian

Hurricane Hunters fly Hurricane Dorian

AUGUST 30, 2019 - Three WC-130Js and one C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from the 403rd Wing departed Keesler Air Force Base Aug. 26 for the Dutch Caribbean island Curaçao to provide weather reconnaissance support for Hurricane Dorian. “The three weather crews, assigned to the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, have been flying missions as of last night,” said Maj. Kendall … [Read more...]

Marines Start Loading New JLTV Vehicle Aboard USS Kearsarge

Marines Start Loading New JLTV Vehicle Aboard USS Kearsarge

AUGUST 29, 2019 - Marines from 3rd Battalion, 8th Marines based out of Camp Lejune, North Carolina, transported three configurations of the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) for a load test August 27. The JLTV will begin replacing the Humvee as one of the U.S. Marine Corps’ and U.S. Army’s primary tactical … [Read more...]

Career Skills Program Helps Soldiers Transitioning Out of the Army

Career Skills Program Helps Soldiers Transitioning Out of the Army

AUGUST 29, 2019 - The Army Career Skills Program provides Soldiers transitioning out of the Army with an opportunity to participate in free or minimal-cost apprenticeships, on-the-job training, employment-skills training and internships. IMCOM has 200 career skills programs hosted at 32 garrisons, with more than 4,000 employers that return an impressive 93% career placement … [Read more...]

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Baltic States Pledge to Meet NATO’s 5% GDP Military Target

JULY 27, 2025 – Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held an enhanced honor cordon and quadrilateral meeting at the Pentagon, welcoming Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur, Latvian Defense Minister Andris Sprūds and Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovilė Šakalienė. During the meeting, the Baltic states pledged to meet the target of 5% of their gross domestic product for […]

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 […]

Education Benefits Make Stronger Service Members

APRIL 3, 2025 – Within the armed forces, a variety of educational benefits are available that allow service members to both improve themselves and make themselves more valuable to their service branch. One example is the Military Tuition Assistance Program. The program is available to enlisted personnel, officers and warrant officers in the Army, Navy, […]

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 […]

Financial Planning for Military Families

JUNE 25, 2025 – Have you ever wondered how military families manage their finances while dealing with deployments, relocations, and changing pay structures? Financial planning is a vital part of life for families who serve. With unique benefits, challenges, and lifestyle changes, military families must make smart financial decisions that protect their future and help […]

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