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USPS Releases Holiday Shipping Deadlines to Assure Delivery On Time

For United States Postal Services, Christmas is the biggest time of year for shipping packages overseas to Military members. The USPS released their deadlines for getting mail sent overseas to arrive in time for the busy Christmas season. The fastest way to send mail is through express mail. In order to take advantage of this service when sending to a military installation … [Read more...]

New Tools Help Prosecute Child Pornography

by 5 AF/JA 11/26/2012 - YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan (AFNS) -- Back before the times of tablets, smartphones, and detection software, individuals who viewed and downloaded child pornography were rarely discovered - but with today's tech savvy gadgets and modern technology, that has changed. New technology and assistance from the Department of Justice, law enforcement agencies … [Read more...]

Military OneSource Better Connects Troops and Families to Resources

by Amaani Lyle American Forces Press Service 11/27/2012 - WASHINGTON (AFPS) -- The DoD has revitalized and consolidated the Military OneSource website to better serve military members and their families. Zona Lewis, military community outreach online and resource operations manager, told the Pentagon Channel and American Forces Press Service that the Military OneSource … [Read more...]

Afghanistan Troop Levels Remain Undecided for Post-2014

By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Nov. 26, 2012 – There has yet to be a recommendation sent from Secretary Panetta on how many U.S troops should remain in Afghanistan after 2014. “It’s entirely premature to speculate on troop numbers in Afghanistan between now and the end of 2014 or beyond,” he … [Read more...]

Do Airmen Really Need Meal Deductions?

by Airman 1st Class Daniel Blackwell 20th Fighter Wing Public Affairs 11/20/2012 - SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Dorm-resident Airmen at Shaw AFB are not given the opportunity to decide whether they would like to have their base allowance for subsistence each month, but are instead automatically enrolled on a meal plan. Many Airmen have had, and continue to have frustrations … [Read more...]

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Kentucky Guard Builds Portable Air Base

SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 – Members of the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Contingency Response Group provided key support to exercise Patriot 26, establishing a fully functioning base of operations and preparing for future exercise-based search and rescue, medical evacuation, cargo handling and aerial reconnaissance. Patriot 26, held Aug. 20-27, was a disaster-response training exercise conducted […]

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 […]

Aviation Careers You Can Build From Military Service

AUGUST 20, 2026 – If you’re looking at aviation as a career path, you’re stepping into a field that rewards discipline, technical skill, and clear thinking under pressure. That makes it especially relevant for military readers, veterans, and civilians who want work with structure and long-term potential. In a place like Savannah, where aviation activity, […]

Benefits of Using Financial Professionals Who Understand Military Life

JULY 30, 2026 – Military service creates financial opportunities that differ from those found in most civilian careers. From housing allowances and retirement systems to frequent relocations and deployment-related financial decisions, service members often manage circumstances that require thoughtful planning over many years. While general financial advice can provide a solid starting point, military families […]