July 22, 2016, by Jerry Nelson – The US military knows that its branches must revamp their thinking about how to engage in “the theater of war” in the new, post-Cold War world of the 21st century. One thing that the military leaders stress is the desire for the forces deployed in the theater to be able to be more energy-independent. Currently the US military has policies and … [Read more...]

July 21, 2016, by Marlena Stoddard - When you think of your own military experience, images of Army, Navy and Marine officers might come to mind. These officers are all adults, but they often start their careers earlier in ROTC and JROTC programs. The JROTC program is offered in certain high schools where kids learn about potential military career, life and other options. … [Read more...]

July 20, 2016, by Dixie Somers - Being in the military often means not being able to talk to family and friends as much one would like. It also usually means going without some of the comforts of home, such as soft blankets or seasoning. Below are a few gift ideas that you can gather together to send to a loved one in the military so that the person knows that someone cares. … [Read more...]

July 19, 2016, by Jerry Nelson - The U.S. Veteran’s Administration has been under fire in recent years for poor health care to our nation’s veterans. Long appointment times, no one manning the suicide hotlines and prescriptions which take weeks, or months, to fill. It’s not all bad news though. The VA recently announced that it will make Vivitrol available to veterans who … [Read more...]

JULY 7, 2016, by Anum Yoon - Military families often face challenges that civilian families don’t. To name a few: Reassignments, deployments, solo assignments and, at times, the struggle to find their way around foreign countries when they don’t know the language or customs. While starting over in a new city, state or country, regardless of whether you’re military, a dependent … [Read more...]