Archives for August 2023

U.S. Will Train Ukrainian F-16 Pilots

AUGUST 25, 2023 - The Defense Department will begin training Ukrainians to fly and maintain F-16 fighter jets in the coming months, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said today. The training is expected to begin in October at the Morris Air National Guard Base in Tucson, Arizona, and will be facilitated by the Air National Guard's 162nd Wing. The … [Read more...]

SBA Launches New Military Spouse Small Business Training

AUGUST 24, 2023 - Military spouses are resourceful, creative, and resilient – characteristics that make great entrepreneurs. Small business ownership can be a transportable, flexible option that complements a military career and there is an abundance of resources to help military spouse business owners at any stage of entrepreneurship. This July, the U.S. Small Business … [Read more...]

SETM Program Enhances Army Readiness

AUGUST 24, 2023 – Through the Senior Enterprise Talent Management Program, one Army Civilian is making a huge impact for Army readiness and cyber resilience across the Army Intelligence and Security Enterprise portion of the intelligence community while concurrently developing leadership and professional skills for the future. David Longbine serves a plans officer for Army … [Read more...]

Transition to Marine Corps Reserve Through Direct Affiliation Program

AUGUST 24, 2023 - Marines who transition to the Marine Corps Reserve through the Direct Affiliation Program are eligible for a $25,000 signing bonus, choice of duty station, and lateral move opportunities. MARADMIN 395/23, released Aug. 10, 2023, announced updates to DAP for Fiscal Year 24. These updates allow for an expansion and optimization of the program. The heightened … [Read more...]

CSO visits Texas Air National Guardsmen

AUGUST 24, 2023 - U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman visited the 147th Attack Wing in Houston, Texas, August 18, 2023. Saltzman’s visit highlighted the importance of seamless integration and collaboration in the air and space domains. While at Ellington Field, Saltzman observed the wing’s primary mission and met with Airmen responsible for the … [Read more...]

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Guard Conducts Soldier Borne Sensor Drone Training

DECEMBER 18, 2025 – Infantry cadre assigned to the Pennsylvania National Guard’s 1st Battalion, 166th Regiment – Regional Training Institute, or RTI, conducted Soldier Borne Sensor, or SBS, training Dec. 9–11, as part of ongoing efforts to modernize small-unit reconnaissance and prepare instructors for future unmanned aircraft system integration. The training familiarized the cadre with […]

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 […]