By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, June 23, 2012 – Homeowners with military transfer orders will be immediately eligible for short sales under new guidance to mortgage servicers that may help tens of thousands of military homeowners moving to a new duty station, Consumer Finance Protection Bureau officials said today. Military homeowners will be … [Read more...]
Officials Seeking Air Force ROTC Instructors
By Debbie Gildea Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs 6/23/2012 - JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) -- If you are someone who demonstrates Air Force standards, has the ability to teach, and wants to have a positive impact on the Air Force for years to come, then you may be a perfect match for Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps instructor duty. Eligible … [Read more...]
Air Force Officials Announce Milestone Atlas V Launch
Amaani Lyle American Forces Press Service 6/21/2012 - WASHINGTON -- As part of the Defense Department's ongoing efforts to maintain assured, affordable access to space through 2030, the Atlas V rocket successfully lifted off from Space Launch Complex-41 at Florida's Cape Canaveral on June 20, Air Force officials said. "This is an exciting time for the U.S. space launch … [Read more...]
DOD Sets Food Donation Goal at 1.5 Million Pounds
American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, June 20, 2012 – "Feds Feed Families," now in its fourth year, is under way through August, and the Defense Department encourages military and civilian employees to participate by donating nonperishable food. The food drive accepts items for distribution to local food banks. In a memorandum, Deputy Secretary of Defense Ashton B. … [Read more...]
New Playground Dedicated for Children of the Fallen
By Christin Michaud Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations Public Affairs 6/19/2012 - DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. (AFNS) -- Donors, wing leaders and distinguished guests were on hand for a ribbon cutting ceremony of a new playground at the Fisher House for Families of the Fallen June 18 here. The playground, dedicated to the children who travel to Dover Air Force Base, Del., to … [Read more...]