SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 - During National Preparedness Month base units and community members provide information on disaster preparedness at the “Be Ready” booth outside the Base Exchange every Thursday during the month of September. Each week, different units and local entities highlight how to prepare for potential crises and disasters that are specific to living in Alaska. … [Read more...]
Understanding African Swine Fever
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 - Recent reports of African Swine Fever, a viral infection exclusively affecting domestic and feral pigs, being present in Germany has brought many pause for concern. Although it is not a risk to humans or other animals, there are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to the illness. The disease is almost always fatal with no known cure or … [Read more...]
Prepare for the Holiday Season Without Debt
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 — As September rolls in with cooler weather, it's a reminder that the holiday season is fast approaching. This often means higher spending, but this year can be different. Let’s focus on preparing for the holidays without overspending or falling into debt. Throughout September, I'll be sharing financial strategies to help you plan wisely for the … [Read more...]
TRICARE Regions Are Changing in 2025
AUGUST 31, 2024 – Jan. 1, 2025, marks the start of health care delivery under TRICARE’s new regional contracts. There will be changes to the TRICARE regions in the United States as part of the new contracts. While there will still be two TRICARE regions, six states currently in the East Region (Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin) will move to the West … [Read more...]
School Liaisons Support Military Families
AUGUST 21, 2024 – The U.S. Marine Corps’ School Liaison Program supports military families as they experience major life events like moving to new duty stations, deployments, or family separation. “We help ensure that when they’re transitioning, from all over around the world, that their children are not at a disadvantage just because they have to move an average of six to … [Read more...]