October 13, 2011 By Erin Murray, Army Flier Staff Writer FORT RUCKER, Ala. -- Multiple Fort Rucker organizations will be hosting Halloween events for both children and adults in the upcoming weeks, ranging from old-fashioned fun to frightening. The various on-post Halloween events are a great chance for every member of the community to have a little spooky fun, said Janice … [Read more...]
VA Launches Outreach Campaign to Eliminate Homelessness Among Veterans
“Make the Call” Events Scheduled for 28 Communities Across the Nation WASHINGTON – As part of its drive to end homelessness among Veterans by 2015, the Department of Veterans Affairs is launching a nation-wide outreach initiative, “Make the Call,” to spread the message about its special programs to help homeless Veterans and their families to 28 communities across the nation … [Read more...]
Halloween: It’s All About Being Seen
10/11/2011 Commentary by Tech. Sgt. John Skelton 20th Fighter Wing Safety SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- The end of October brings with it tales of ghouls, princesses, goblins and action heroes lurking the dark hallows of our neighborhoods, dressed in all types of costumes in an effort to have their take of the many treats available. What is meant to be a festive and enjoyable … [Read more...]
Retroactive Stop Loss…Time is running out
If your enlistment was involuntarily extended between September 11, 2001 and September 30, 2009 due to Stop Loss authority, you may be entitled to Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay (RSLSP). The deadline for filing a RSLSP claim has been extended to October 21, 2011. Eligibility and filing information is available online at Defenselink. If you meet eligibility criteria, you … [Read more...]
Retroactive Stop Loss Pay: The Army Perspective
By Maj. Roy Whitley, program manager, Army Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay Program Perhaps the biggest challenges we’ve faced with this program are identifying and notifying soldiers and veterans eligible for this pay. Historically, stop loss has been a force management tool and not tied to compensation, so we did not readily maintain lists of those held under stop loss. … [Read more...]