12/16/2011 By Lance Cpl. Lauren A. Kurkimilis Marines are no longer restricted to wearing only issued bags in uniform. Civilian backpacks officially can now be worn in uniform, according to the results of Uniform Board 212 which were released in MARADMIN 695/11 Dec. 6, 2011. Backpacks may be black, brown, olive drab, tan or a combination of these colors, according to the … [Read more...]
DOD Extends Schools’ Signing Deadline for Tuition Assistance
By Karen Parrish American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2011 – The Defense Department today announced a 90-day deadline extension for schools seeking to participate in the department’s tuition assistance program. The department has instituted a memorandum of understanding participating schools must sign to qualify to receive funding for courses service members … [Read more...]
Government Could Face Possible Shutdown
12/15/2011 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- The Department of Defense could be affected by a possible government shutdown if an omnibus appropriations bill is not approved before the current appropriation expires Dec. 16 at midnight, wrote Deputy Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter in a memorandum Dec. 14. In the memo, which was addressed to all Department of Defense employees, Carter … [Read more...]
Keeping Your Sailor ‘Happy’ During the Holidays
December 15, 2011 By Lt. Tom Gordy, Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The director for Personnel Readiness and Community Support offered ways to reduce stress during the holiday season, Dec. 12. The holidays can be a joyous time for Sailors and their families, but they can also be stressful. By doing some simple things, most people can manage their … [Read more...]
Soldiers Get Surprise from WWE Superstars and Divas
December 14, 2011 By Sgt. Jessica M. Kuhn, XVIII Airborne Corps PAO FORT BRAGG, N.C.-- For Spc. Ashley Stewart last Friday started like any other Army day. She woke up, went to physical training, got some exercise in, showered, ate a nutritious breakfast, and then she headed into work for another normal day of being a combat medic in the Army. It wasn't until a white van … [Read more...]