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Online Toolkit Aims to Support Mental Health Providers Serving Veterans in the Community

September 27, 2012 White House Office WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs has developed a new online Community Provider Toolkit (www.mentalhealth.va.gov/communityproviders) aimed at delivering support, therapeutic tools, and resources to community providers treating Veterans for mental health concerns. “Many Veterans seek mental health care at VA, yet … [Read more...]

Running Toward Gunfire: Marines, British Forces Repel Insurgents Attacking Camp Bastion

September 28, 2012 Story by Sgt. John Jackson Sergeant Rasheem Thomas never thought his first night working on Camp Bastion would turn into a gun battle with 15 insurgents. When Thomas was told he was transferring from 1st Platoon to 2nd Platoon, the landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, thought nothing of it. Instead of … [Read more...]

2012 BAH Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania (FY2012) Find your Location and the corresponding Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) in the pay tables below. All pay is listed in terms of dollars per month. Enlisted Personnel (Without Dependents) Location E-1 E-2 E-3 E-4 E-5 E-6 E-7 E-8 E-9 … [Read more...]

Marines Charged for Urinating On and Filming Deceased Taliban Fighters

September 26, 2012 Charges against two Marines were referred to trial by courts-martial Sept. 21 for their alleged involvement in urinating on deceased Taliban fighters and for posing for unofficial photographs with human casualties in Afghanistan. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Richard P. Mills, commanding general of Marine Corps Combat Development command, referred the charges. The … [Read more...]

Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program Rates

SURVIVORS’ & DEPENDENTS’ - (DEA/CHAPTER 35) INCREASED EDUCATIONAL BENEFIT EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2014 Educational Assistance Allowance for trainees under the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 35 of title 38, U.S.C.). The following basic monthly rates are effective October 1, 2014. Institutional Training Training Time Monthly … [Read more...]

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Coast Guard Rescues Injured Hiker

JUNE 25, 2026 — A Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aircrew from Air Station Port Angeles assisted local search and rescue crews with the evacuation of an injured 33-year-old female hiker from Mount Larrabee in Washington’s Mount Baker Wilderness, Saturday. The hiker sustained serious injuries after she fell 120 feet down a steep gully on […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Military Students’ Tips to Balance Service and Studies

OCTOBER 10, 2025 – Studying in college while serving in the military can be highly rewarding but also extremely demanding in some respects. Military members, veterans, and their families typically balance demanding duty schedules, deployments, family responsibilities, and school schedules. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and being willing to seek and take advantage of available […]

Summer Spike in Military Retirements: Easing the Transition to Civilian Life

JUNE 5, 2026 – There are typically about 95,000 to 110,000 retirements from the military in a given year, as service members conclude careers that have often spanned more than two decades, crossing the 20-year service threshold required to access military retirement benefits. These retirements tend to steadily occur as the year rolls on; however, […]

5 Tips for Profiting On Time Spent with Others

JUNE 23, 2026 — Summer should be the season of fun, relaxation and making fantastic memories. From beach trips, vacations and backyard barbecues to family adventures, and school-free days – all activities lead to the place you want to be – relaxed and enjoying a laid-back vibe. Recharging your battery shouldn’t require you to break […]