MAY 28, 2023 – Honoring the sacrifices of fallen service members on Memorial Day, May 29, 2023 is personal for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) and that connection empowers employees to do their best in delivering the commissary benefit, said the agency’s senior enlisted advisor to the DeCA director. “Many of our associates have close ties to the military – nearly 65 … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2023
Partnership With U.K., Australia Enhances Security
MAY 26, 2023 - In September 2021, the U.S., Australia and the U.K. announced a new partnership, AUKUS, meant to strengthen alliances and security, especially in the Indo-Pacific. In March, plans for moving forward on the first pillar of that new partnership were announced. This involves delivering a conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarine capability to Australia. On … [Read more...]
TRICARE Preventive Health Benefits Women Should Know
MAY 26, 2023 - Eating well, exercising often, and getting enough sleep are habits that can help you live your healthiest life. And when it comes to feeling and staying well, getting preventive health care is also a must. Preventive care refers to health screenings, exams, and other services that can diagnose and treat health problems early. In some cases, preventive care can … [Read more...]
Biden Nominates Next Joint Chiefs Chairman
MAY 26, 2023 - President Joe Biden has nominated Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. to succeed Army Gen. Mark A. Milley as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In a White House Rose Garden announcement, Biden called Brown "a proud, butt-kicking American airman" and an operational leader with intimate knowledge of how the U.S. joint force operates. Brown is currently Air … [Read more...]
Air Force’s Enlisted Swap Assignment Program Starts June 1
MAY 26, 2023 - Announced at the September 2022 Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference, the Air Force Enlisted Swap Assignment Program goes live June 1 for senior master sergeants and below with a current assignment. This new policy provides Airmen with more control and new flexibilities in their assignment process. The Air Force Enlisted … [Read more...]