American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Oct. 28, 2011 – Although no changes to the tuition assistance policy will be made in the near term, defense officials stated the tuition assistance program will be considered as part of the holistic review of the military compensation package. Current policy provides eligible service members up to $4,500 in tuition assistance. The … [Read more...]
Soldiers Develop Useful, Crafty Hobbies While Deployed
October 28,2011 While being deployed in Iraq, Soldiers have discovered hobbies and skills that have benefited themselves, their unit, fellow soldiers and families back home. Many soldiers spend their time off in the gym or in front of a game console, but the soldiers of Company F have found some constructive ways to spend the deployment. After deploying last March, Pvt. … [Read more...]
Army Removing Vehicle decals and Registrations
Oct. 25, 2011 By J.D. Leipold, Army News Service Like most other installations around the world, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, or JBM-HH, and other Military District of Washington installations will cease issuing decals and registering vehicles Nov. 5. All privately owned vehicles must still be licensed, registered, inspected and insured according to state and local laws. … [Read more...]
MFAM Recognizes Army Families for Their Sacrifices
By Michael Burkhalter, IMCOM November is Military Family Appreciation Month, with the Army continuing its focus on building strong, resilient families. Throughout November, families will be recognized and honored in various ways on and off post. Community leaders, businesses and installations are teaming up to sponsor special activities: open houses; Family Fun Nights; … [Read more...]
Recruiting Command Exceeds Its 2011 Goals
October 25, 2011 By Kathleen Welker, Recruiting Command The recruiters of Army Recruiting Command once again "Provided the Strength" to America's Army by accomplishing its fiscal year 2011 mission goals with success. Maj. Gen. David L. Mann announced, "Our success is due to the hard work of the Soldiers, civilians and contractors on our team," said Mann. "I couldn't be … [Read more...]