AUGUST 23, 2024 – Do you have a new prescription you need to fill? Or maybe you’ve been taking the same drug for years. It’s helpful to know some key terms to get your medications affordably. “Your medical needs and your health plan can affect what you pay at the pharmacy,” said Air Force Lt. Col. Leighcraft A. Shakes, TRICARE Pharmacy Contract Support Chief at the Defense … [Read more...]
Working Dogs Support Soldiers Behind Scenes
AUGUST 23, 2024 — National Dog Day recognizes and celebrates the dedication of these military working dogs, the silent warriors who protect, serve, and uplift those around them with unwavering loyalty. These highly trained canines go far beyond the role of companions, performing essential tasks critical to military operations. Alongside their handlers, these loyal and skilled … [Read more...]
Climate Change is a Global Security Issue
U.S. Navy Sailors fill bags with sand in preparation for Hurricane Debby at the Naval Weapons Station on Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Aug. 5, 2024. Hurricane Debby is expected to bring heavy rain to the Lowcountry that could result in urban and river flooding throughout the state. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class William … [Read more...]
USS Lincoln Strike Group Arrives in Middle East
AUGUST 22, 2024 - The USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group has arrived in the U.S. Central Command's area of operations, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh announced today. The Lincoln group joins the USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group in the region. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III ordered the Lincoln to accelerate its deployment to … [Read more...]
AETC Developing Center of Excellence for GPC
AUGUST 22, 2024 - In support of Air Education and Training Command’s intent to soon redesignate as Airman Development Command, the command is planning to realign portions of the headquarters staff to establish the Enterprise Learning Engineering Center of Excellence to directly support development and delivery of mission ready Airmen and Guardians to joint force commanders with … [Read more...]