Archives for September 2023

What’s Currently Happening With the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuits? Four Things to Know

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 - The contamination of the water at the Camp Lejeune military base is one of the most famous cases of water contamination in the United States. Victims are still pursuing justice and seeking compensation. So, let us take a look at what is currently happening with Camp Lejeune lawsuits. What was the Camp Lejeune water contamination problem? It was not … [Read more...]

National Guard Airmen Participate in World Record Event

A KC-135R Stratotanker assigned to the 155th Air Refueling Wing along with an F-16 from the 114th Fighter Wing flyover over Memorial Stadium, Lincoln, Nebraska, Aug. 30, 2023, for a University of Nebraska volleyball game. The flyover celebrated Volleyball Day in Nebraska, an historic event where an attendance of 92,003 fans became the largest crowd in the world to witness a … [Read more...]

September is Gold Star Mother’s, Family’s Day

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 – Every day, service members put their lives on the line in defense of the nation. In the Profession of Arms, there are fathers, sons, wives and daughters who have all made the ultimate sacrifice. While their legacies are honored during Memorial Day, September is reserved for the Family they left behind. On June 23, 1936, the 74th U.S. Congress … [Read more...]

Austin Praises Kenya’s Commitment to Regional Peace

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Kenya President William Samoei Ruto, and Kenya Defense Cabinet Secretary Aden Bare Duale pose for a photo during a bilateral exchange at the Kenya State House in Nairobi, Kenya, Sept. 25, 2023. (DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Alexander Kubitza) SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 - Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III underscored … [Read more...]

Marines Conclude Northern Coast 2023 Sea Exercise

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 - Marines and Sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked on the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Mesa Verde, concluded exercise Northern Coasts 2023, a multinational naval exercise series in the Baltic Sea region, Sept. 4-22, 2023. “Our forward-deployed posture and participation in Exercise Northern Coasts 2023 highlighted our … [Read more...]

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Army Transforms to Meet the Needs

DECEMBER 17, 2025 — The United States Army has consistently transformed to meet the needs of its people, equipment, tactics and strategy over the past 250 years. The year 2025 was no different. Army senior leaders demonstrated this year that no challenge is too great to overcome if new ways of thinking are applied to […]

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 […]