JUNE 19, 2020 - Though the 2019-2020 school year was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Scholarships for Military Children program came through for 500 students from military families who were each awarded a $2,000 scholarship grant for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year. The program, created in 2001, recognizes the contributions of military families to the readiness of … [Read more...]
How to Properly Dispose of Worn-Out U.S. Flags
JUNE 11, 2020 - Many Americans proudly fly the U.S. flag at their homes and places of work, but what do you do with it when it's old and ratty and you're ready for a new one? Don't just throw it in the trash like any other old item — that's considered disrespectful. Just as there's etiquette for displaying Old Glory, there's also etiquette for disposing of flags in a … [Read more...]
Army Public Health Center Expert Offers Healthy Housing Tips
JUNE 9, 2020 - For many Soldiers and their Families, spring and summer bring not just warmer weather, but new orders and permanent change of station moves. Although COVID-19 concerns have temporarily halted many but the most essential military moves, now is a good time to think about how to keep your current or future residence healthy and minimize housing hazard risks like … [Read more...]
Understanding How Your Mind Responds to Disasters
MAY 28, 2020 - The COVID-19 pandemic has presented challenges on many levels, from how we work, to how we socialize or exercise, to how we educate our children. The pandemic has also created a lot of fear and uncertainty regarding the extent of its impact on our economy, our health and the health of our loved ones, and how life will look going forward. These major changes … [Read more...]
DoD Aims to Make Moves Easier With New Contract for Household Goods
MAY 7, 2020 - A new contract to facilitate the movement of household goods, an integral part of any move to a new duty location, is expected to make things easier for both service members and their families. The U.S. Transportation Command awarded the contract to American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier Group Inc. on April 30. The first move under the new contract won't take place … [Read more...]