One Man’s Toy Can Save Another Soldier’s Life
January 1, 2012 By Jacqueline M. Hames Families worry when a Soldier goes off to war -- it's natural. They schedule Internet chats and regular emails and phone calls to check in with one another. They send care packages to their Soldiers to curb any boredom and give them a little taste of home. There are well wishes and litanies of "be safe," which is about all you can say and … [Read more...]
New Law Will Expedite Soldiers Thru Airport Security
January 4, 2012 By Army News Service WASHINGTON - A bill signed into law by the president Jan. 3 means Soldiers in uniform and their families may soon have an easier time moving through security screening lines at the airport. The "Risk-Based Security Screening for Members of the Armed Forces Act" calls for development of a plan that will provide "expedited security … [Read more...]
New Changes in AER Include Family Dental Assistance and Spouse Scholarships
January 3, 2012 By Guy Shields, Army Emergency Relief WASHINGTON -- New categories of assistance and new scholarship opportunities are now available through Army Emergency Relief. Included among the new categories of assistance to Soldiers are family member dental care, basic furniture needs, rental vehicles and replacement vehicles. "We have been seeing increased numbers … [Read more...]
Obama Honors NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks at the White House
WASHINGTON, DC – On Monday, January 9th, President Obama will welcome the NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks to the White House to honor the team and their 2011 NBA Championship victory. The President will also recognize the Mavericks' ongoing support to the men and women who serve in our military and their families, continuing the tradition begun by President Obama of honoring … [Read more...]