NOVEMBER 9, 2024 - The USCGC Smilax (WLIC 315) celebrated its 80th anniversary on Nov. 7, 2024, during a ceremony attended by current and former crewmembers in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina. Commissioned Nov. 1, 1944 during World War II, Smilax is the oldest active Coast Guard cutter. It has been recognized as the "Queen of the Fleet" since 2011 when the USCGC Acushnet … [Read more...]
Navy to Commission USS John Basilone
NOVEMBER 9, 2024 - Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Basilone (DDG 122) will be commissioned, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. EST in New York. The Honorable Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy, will deliver the commissioning ceremony's principal address. Remarks will also be provided by Admiral Daryl Caudle, Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, … [Read more...]
DoD Eyes Smooth Transition to Next Administration
NOVEMBER 8, 2024 - Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III issued a recent message to the force that emphasized the Defense Department's commitment to a professional, orderly and calm transition to the next commander in chief, the Pentagon announced today. In that message sent out Wednesday, "Secretary Austin reiterated that the U.S. military will stand ready to carry out … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Discovers Volcano-Like Underwater Feature
Bathymetric data of volcano-like feature discovered on the continental slope along the north slope of Alaska during the USCGC Healy October 2024 mapping mission. The feature rises from the seabed approximately 585 meters, residing approximately 1600 meters below the surface at its shallowest depth. (Image courtesy of NOAA) NOVEMBER 8, 2024 — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy … [Read more...]
Veteran Financial Planning for Holiday Spending & 2025 COLA Changes
NOVEMBER 8, 2024 - As Veterans Day approaches, it's an excellent time for veterans and their families to take a close look at their finances. Two important financial events are on the horizon: the holiday spending season and the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) changes. Like any important task, proper planning is key to success. Holiday Season Spending: Creating a Solid … [Read more...]