10/1/2012 - QUANTICO, Va. (AFNS) -- The Air Force Office of Special Investigations has opened its first anonymous tip line that allows submissions from the Internet, via SMS (texting) or using a smartphone application. The application was created in order to capitalize on cyberspace and engage the Air Force community more effectively, officials said. "This tool will allow … [Read more...]
Roth Contributions Open to All Active-Duty Troops
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Beginning Oct. 1, active-duty members of the Navy, Army, and Air Force will be able to contribute to the Roth Thrift Savings Plan as part of their investment planning, The after-tax contributions will be electronically deducted from service members' pay accounts. Active-duty service members also can start their Roth TSP contributions now through their … [Read more...]
All-Army Women Dedicate Armed Forces Crown to Fallen Soldier
September 28, 2012 By Tim Hipps, IMCOM Public Affairs The All-Army women's softball team dedicated its 2012 Armed Forces Softball Championship to third baseman Cpl. Ashley Walker and her late husband, Sgt. Brian Walker, who was killed May 13, in Afghanistan. All-Army (8-1) wore black armbands adorned with initials B.T. throughout the week-long, triple-round-robin tournament … [Read more...]
New ACUs Shield Against Deadly, Insect-Borne Illnesses
By David Vergun Beginning this month, Soldiers in the United States can purchase new fire-retardant, Army Combat Uniforms treated with insect repellent that will help fight insect-borne illnesses such as Lyme disease and West Nile Virus. The new replacement uniform, ACU-P, is already being worn by Soldiers serving in Afghanistan and in other overseas locations. The "P" … [Read more...]
DOD Implements New Flight Cancellation Policy for Temporary Duty Travelers
September 28, 2012 By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. American Forces Press Service The Defense Department is working with airlines to implement a new flight cancellation policy that will affect air travel for temporary duty travelers. Andrea Carlock, chief of the program management branch, which serves as part of the Defense Travel Management Office, discussed … [Read more...]