May 21, 2012 By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrea Perez MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- Navy implementation of DoD policy allowing Reservists to carry over leave earned during an active duty period to a later active duty period was announced in NAVADMIN 163/12, May 18. Reserve Sailors may now earn and carry over up to 60 days of accrued leave. Additionally, as part of … [Read more...]
Women Marines Association Will Hold 27th Annual Conference
Since 1918, American women have answered their country's call to serve. We have served proudly with distinction and honor; each generation evolving but always retaining our proud traditions. The Women Marines Association (WMA) is the only veterans association for and about women Marines. We have gone from "Free a Man to Fight,” to being with our fellow Marines in every … [Read more...]
U.S Army Ordnance Corps Marks 200-Year Legacy
May 18, 2012 By Sharon Mulligan, Combined Arms Support Command Public Affairs Office FORT LEE, Va. (May 18, 2012) -- "I cannot think of a better way to officially kick off the 200th year of our great corps than by dedicating this field to this great man," said Col. Greg A. Mason, U.S. Army Ordnance School commandant. "He was a great warrior, logistician and trainer who led … [Read more...]
Prior Enlisted Retirement Restriction Waiver Requests Due by June 1
by Debbie Gildea Air Force Personnel, Services and Manpower Public Affairs 5/17/2012 - JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO -- Prior enlisted officers with eight years of active duty commissioned time may be able to retire through the Air Force 10-8 Commission Waiver Program. "AFPC announced this program last December as a voluntary force management initiative designed to help us meet … [Read more...]
New Guide Helps Airmen, Families Navigate Social Media
Tech. Sgt. Karen Tomasik Air Force Public Affairs Agency 5/11/2012 - JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO -- LACKLAND, Texas -- Airmen and families have a new resource at their fingertips with the recent release of an updated and revised social media guide. The guide features sections geared toward all Total Force members and their families as well as Air Force leaders. It highlights … [Read more...]