By Lisa Daniel American Forces Press Service 5/10/2012 - WASHINGTON (AFPS) -- Military families regard the possible change of military retirement benefits as their top concern, according to the results of a major survey released today. The 2012 Military Family Lifestyle Survey also shows that pay and benefits, the impact of deployments on children, operational tempo, spouse … [Read more...]
Air Force Dominates Warrior Games with Record Breaking 18 Medals
Tech. Sgt. Mareshah Haynes Defense Media Activity 5/7/2012 - COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AFNS) -- The Air Force brought home a team-record 18 medals April 30 through May 5 during the 2012 Warrior Games here. Athletes representing the Air Force took home medals in volleyball and wheelchair basketball for the first time, earning bronze medals in both as well as earning two silver … [Read more...]
New HAMP Enhancements Will Help Military Homeowners
May 9, 2012 Tim Massad, Holly Petraeus Our military families make many sacrifices for our nation, and not just when a servicemember goes into combat. Military families also face challenges when a servicemember receives orders for a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move to another base, and the family has to decide whether to go along or live apart. Unfortunately, for many … [Read more...]
Soldier Earns Degree 20 Years Later While Serving in Afghanistan
By Army Sgt. Marc Loi 319th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, Afghanistan, May 8, 2012 - It had all the makings of the typical college graduation, but a few things were different. Army Sgt. 1st Class Joshua Moon had earned the right to give a speech as an honor graduate, but when he began to thank the people who made his graduation possible, a fighter jet … [Read more...]
USCG Spouse Appreciation Month is Here
May 7, 2012 by the Human Resources Directorate Since 1984, the United States Coast Guard has set aside a special day to acknowledge the significant contributions of our spouses. Commanding officers and officers-in-charge are encouraged to honor military spouses during the month of May in appropriate ceremonies, celebrations, proclamations or a simple "thank you." This year, … [Read more...]