JANUARY 26, 2026 — Walter’s Way did not begin as a finished program. It began as a provider-led vision shaped by multiple clinicians, including Deputy Director for Medical Services U.S. Army Lt. Col. Elizabeth Simmons, one of the original leaders who helped spearhead the model at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. “Walter’s Way started as an innovative approach to … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2026
Coast Guard Breaking The Great Lakes Ice
JANUARY 26, 2026 — Coast Guard Cutters Mackinaw (WLBB 30) and Neah Bay (WTGB 105) conducted ice-breaking operations to free, assist, and escort vessels transiting the Great Lakes on Jan. 21, 2026. The Mackinaw freed and escorted the Wilfred Sykes, a 678-foot motor vessel beset by ice on Lake Huron, and the Neah Bay directly assisted the American Spirit, a 1,004-foot motor … [Read more...]
Remodeling Your Home for Accessibility: A Guide for Disabled Veterans
JANUARY 27, 2026 - For many disabled veterans, an accessible home isn’t a luxury, it’s a return to independence. Everyday tasks can become easier, safer, and more comfortable with thoughtful remodeling that meets mobility and safety needs. Whether it’s a wider doorway or a roll-in shower, accessibility upgrades can dramatically improve quality of life while adding lasting value … [Read more...]
Air Force to Introduce Air Expeditionary Wing
JANUARY 26, 2026 - Beginning this year, the Air Force is introducing Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0, an improved version of our legacy deployment construct, as its new wing unit of action. AEW 2.0 will be implemented in fiscal year 2027. Changes in the global strategic environment over the last several years emphasized a clear need: maintain an elevated state of readiness to … [Read more...]
Army Honors Top Recruiters of 2025
JANUARY 26, 2026 — The U.S. Army recognized its top recruiters for fiscal year 2025 during a ceremony on Jan. 22, 2026, at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s Conmy Hall, highlighting their major impact in shaping the Army’s future. The ceremony highlighted the milestones Army recruiters have achieved in FY 2025, which is critical for building the Army of 2040. The Army brought … [Read more...]