JANUARY 22, 2026 – Military spouses across South Carolina have a new platform dedicated to their voices and experiences with the launch of the military spouse-led podcast ‘Family Guidons’, created by military spouses for military families and powered by the South Carolina National Guard. The podcast will launch on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. It gives military spouses … [Read more...]
Why I Hope He Stays in the Service
AUGUST 13, 2025 - Hello everyone, I’m Amy, and perhaps unlike most people, I’m a military wife from China. Today, I want to share the heartfelt voice of a Chinese military spouse. My husband is a soldier, and this year marks his final year of service as a Second-Class Sergeant. As early as last year, he mentioned that once his service term ended this year, he planned to … [Read more...]
Quietly Carrying the Load
AUGUST 6, 2025 - Military spouses don't sign enlistment contracts, but their sacrifices often match those who serve in uniform. When deployments happen, especially with children in the home, spouses take on a heavy and often invisible load. They may pause their careers, parent alone, and live far from extended family or support systems. This story offers a look into that quiet … [Read more...]
Empowering Military Spouses
NOVEMBER 6, 2024 — Living on the beautiful island of Oahu offers countless opportunities, but for military spouses, navigating the professional landscape can sometimes feel daunting. Thankfully, a recent event aimed to harness their potential and foster connections within the community. On October 29, 2024, a transformative "Hiring Our Heroes" workshop was held at the … [Read more...]
DoD Leaders Support Military Spouse Employment
OCTOBER 16, 2024 - Patricia Barron, deputy assistant secretary of defense for Military Community and Family Policy, emphasized the importance of supporting military spouses on their employment journeys during the Association of the United States Army Warfighter and Family Forum IA: Education and Readiness for Soldiers and Families yesterday. As the senior Defense Department … [Read more...]