Week of August 25, 2008
3 Tips for Surviving an Economic Downturn - An economic downturn is a phase of the business cycle which basically marks the end of a period of growth and the economy as a whole is in decline. More...
4 Hot Degrees for 2008 and Beyond - The following four degrees are considered the most sought after and best fit for many servicemembers and military veterans. More...
AAFES Hunting Sweepstakes - Authorized customers at AAFES BXs and PXs across the Continental United States can enter to win one of seven prizes tailored made for sporting enthusiasts. More...
AF Announces Officer Promotions - Air Reserve Personnel Center officials announced the results for the Fiscal 2009 Air Force Reserve Line and Health Professions Lieutenant Colonel Promotion Selection Boards. More...
AF Positions Open for Retraining - The Air Force still has openings for First Term Airmen to retrain into the Flight Engineer and Flight Attendant specialties and other career-enlisted aviator positions. More...
AF Sponsorship Program - The Air Force Individualized Newcomer Treatment and Orientation program is designed to facilitate PCS moves by welcoming and assisting newly arrived Airmen and their families. More...
Airline Waives Luggage Fee - American Airlines is waiving fees for a third checked bag for active-duty servicemembers. More...
America Supports You Freedom Walk - Please walk with us. The 4th annual national ASY Freedom Walk will be held on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008 in Washington, DC. More...
Army Launches Online Learning - The Army Defense Integrated Military Human Resources System (DIMHRS) Office launches its web-based "Blackboard" Learning Management System Aug.1. More...
Army Offers Law School - The Army's Funded Legal Education Program offers commissioned officers the chance to attend law school free-of-charge while on active duty. More...
Army ROTC Cash Bonus - The Army now offers a monetary incentive for new Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) cadets to study critical languages such as Arabic. More...
Beware of 'Redux' Retirement Bonus - Thousands of military members entering their 15th year of service continue to be enticed by a wily government offer. More...
Deal of the Week: SAVE BIG on DIRECTV - DIRECTV, a leading provider of digital television provides you with your local channels, choice of premium channels bundled in packages to meet your needs. More...
Department of Labor Seeks Feedback - The U.S. Department of Labor requests feedback on proposed rules for priority of service for veterans. More...
Did You Enlist After 9/11? - Did the events of Sept. 11, 2001 influence your decision to enlist? If so, how? Submit your webcam or text comments. More...
Earn College Credit for Free - Airmen can often complete an associate degree from the Community College of the Air Force without sitting in a traditional classroom by using college-level testing. More...
Employment Guide Helps Vets Find Jobs - Finding employment can be a daunting task for veterans returning to the civilian workforce, but The Employment Guide's Veterans Transition Guide is helping to ease the change. More...
Exchanges Texting Savings - For the next three months, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is sending money saving offers to military shoppers' mobile phones at six installations. More...
Facts on Your VA Home Loan - A VA-guaranteed loan is a loan made by private lenders (such as banks, savings & loans, or mortgage companies) to eligible veterans. More...
Featured Job: Chesapeake Strategies - Chesapeake Strategies Group has multiple openings for Access Control Specialists in the San Antonio Texas area. More...
Featured Job: I'm Inspired by Those Around Me - At Kaiser Permanente we're a team of health advocates, focused on preventive medicine and doing what's right for our patients. More...
Fleet Reserve Association National Convention - The Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) 81 National Convention is scheduled at the Radisson Hotel, 120 S. Wildwood Drive, Branson, Mo., Sept. 24-27, 2008. More...
Free Preview of New Pearl Harbor Museum - The National Park Service is inviting Pearl Harbor Survivors, other veterans, and the general public to attend a free preview of the new $52 million Pearl Harbor Museum & Visitor Center. More...
Gas Stations Extend Discount - Army & Air Force Exchange Service gas stations in CONUS, Alaska and Puerto Rico were recently programmed to reflect a discount for drivers who pay with a Military StarSM Card. More...
Gearing Up for Armed Forces Voters Week - Citizens voting under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act who have not registered to vote or requested an absentee ballot this year, should do so at this time. More...
Holiday Greetings Program Begins - An Army and Air Force Hometown News Service team is traveling throughout Europe to record holiday greetings for broadcast on television and radio stations. More...
Hot Degrees for 2008 and Beyond - The following four degrees are considered the most sought after and best fit for many servicemembers and military veterans. More...
House Bills Aim to Help Vets Transition - Currently, veterans utilizing their GI Bill benefits who qualify for work-study may only hold positions related to VA work. More...
Join SpouseBUZZ Live in Virginia Beach, VA - SpouseBUZZ Live 2008 is a free event that celebrates you, the Military Spouse. There will be discussion panels, fellowship and fun surprises. More...
Life Insurance for the Right Reasons - A single individual without dependants, or anyone financially dependent on them, doesn't need to supplement their SGLI. More...
Marathon Offers Several Events - People can become a part of history by registering for the 12th annual United States Air Force Marathon. More...
Marines Sponsor Commander's Program - The Marine Corps' Commander's Program is scheduled for the Gray Research Center (GRC) at Marine Corps University, Quantico, Va. More...
Mileage Rate Increases - In response to the mid-year rise in gasoline prices, the General Service Administration raised the temporary duty mileage rate. More...
Military Encourages Financial Readiness - The Pentagon's new Office of Personal Finance and Transition is putting together a financial road show. More...
Military Job Fair of Virginia - The Military Affairs Council and the Military Family Support Centers' Employment Programs will be hosting their semi-annual "Military Job Fair of Virginia". More...
National POW/MIA Recognition Day - National POW/MIA Recognition Day is traditionally observed on the third Friday of September. More...
New UAV Exhibit Opens - The new RQ-4A Global Hawk exhibit opened at the United States Museum of the Air Force. More...
Participants Needed for Militay.com Focus Group - Participate in Military.com's focus group scheduled for Thursday, September 4th beginning at 6pm in Virginia Beach. More...
TRICARE E-mail News - TRICARE 9.2 beneficiaries now have an easy way to stay informed on the latest TRICARE news by e-mail. More...
Tax Benefit for Minnesota Veterans - Disabled veterans in Minnesota have a few extra weeks to apply for a property tax benefit allowing them full or partial exclusion for their homestead. More...
Temporary VA Home Loan Limit Increase - The VA Home Loan limit was recently increased for some geographic areas. The new VA Loan limit for loans requiring no down payment has been increased to $729,750 for some locations. More...
The Corps' Tough New Fitness Test - Marines have been at war for seven years -- rotating in a near-constant seven-month cycle of workups and deployment that leaves little time for physical training and all-around fitness. More...
VA Opening Rural Centers - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will open three Veterans Rural Health Resource Centers on Oct. 1, 2008 to better understand rural health issues for veterans. More...
VFW Offers Scholarships - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is once again sponsoring its two, annual scholarship contests. More...
Veterans Still Eligible for Stimulus - Thousands of veterans across the country are running out of time to get their economic stimulus checks. More...
Watch Historical Presidential Debate - Military.com and The American Legion are proud to present the first "virtual presidential debate" on military and veteran issues. More...
4 Hot Degrees for 2008 and Beyond - The following four degrees are considered the most sought after and best fit for many servicemembers and military veterans. More...
AAFES Hunting Sweepstakes - Authorized customers at AAFES BXs and PXs across the Continental United States can enter to win one of seven prizes tailored made for sporting enthusiasts. More...
AF Announces Officer Promotions - Air Reserve Personnel Center officials announced the results for the Fiscal 2009 Air Force Reserve Line and Health Professions Lieutenant Colonel Promotion Selection Boards. More...
AF Positions Open for Retraining - The Air Force still has openings for First Term Airmen to retrain into the Flight Engineer and Flight Attendant specialties and other career-enlisted aviator positions. More...
AF Sponsorship Program - The Air Force Individualized Newcomer Treatment and Orientation program is designed to facilitate PCS moves by welcoming and assisting newly arrived Airmen and their families. More...
Airline Waives Luggage Fee - American Airlines is waiving fees for a third checked bag for active-duty servicemembers. More...
America Supports You Freedom Walk - Please walk with us. The 4th annual national ASY Freedom Walk will be held on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008 in Washington, DC. More...
Army Launches Online Learning - The Army Defense Integrated Military Human Resources System (DIMHRS) Office launches its web-based "Blackboard" Learning Management System Aug.1. More...
Army Offers Law School - The Army's Funded Legal Education Program offers commissioned officers the chance to attend law school free-of-charge while on active duty. More...
Army ROTC Cash Bonus - The Army now offers a monetary incentive for new Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) cadets to study critical languages such as Arabic. More...
Beware of 'Redux' Retirement Bonus - Thousands of military members entering their 15th year of service continue to be enticed by a wily government offer. More...
Deal of the Week: SAVE BIG on DIRECTV - DIRECTV, a leading provider of digital television provides you with your local channels, choice of premium channels bundled in packages to meet your needs. More...
Department of Labor Seeks Feedback - The U.S. Department of Labor requests feedback on proposed rules for priority of service for veterans. More...
Did You Enlist After 9/11? - Did the events of Sept. 11, 2001 influence your decision to enlist? If so, how? Submit your webcam or text comments. More...
Earn College Credit for Free - Airmen can often complete an associate degree from the Community College of the Air Force without sitting in a traditional classroom by using college-level testing. More...
Employment Guide Helps Vets Find Jobs - Finding employment can be a daunting task for veterans returning to the civilian workforce, but The Employment Guide's Veterans Transition Guide is helping to ease the change. More...
Exchanges Texting Savings - For the next three months, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is sending money saving offers to military shoppers' mobile phones at six installations. More...
Facts on Your VA Home Loan - A VA-guaranteed loan is a loan made by private lenders (such as banks, savings & loans, or mortgage companies) to eligible veterans. More...
Featured Job: Chesapeake Strategies - Chesapeake Strategies Group has multiple openings for Access Control Specialists in the San Antonio Texas area. More...
Featured Job: I'm Inspired by Those Around Me - At Kaiser Permanente we're a team of health advocates, focused on preventive medicine and doing what's right for our patients. More...
Fleet Reserve Association National Convention - The Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) 81 National Convention is scheduled at the Radisson Hotel, 120 S. Wildwood Drive, Branson, Mo., Sept. 24-27, 2008. More...
Free Preview of New Pearl Harbor Museum - The National Park Service is inviting Pearl Harbor Survivors, other veterans, and the general public to attend a free preview of the new $52 million Pearl Harbor Museum & Visitor Center. More...
Gas Stations Extend Discount - Army & Air Force Exchange Service gas stations in CONUS, Alaska and Puerto Rico were recently programmed to reflect a discount for drivers who pay with a Military StarSM Card. More...
Gearing Up for Armed Forces Voters Week - Citizens voting under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act who have not registered to vote or requested an absentee ballot this year, should do so at this time. More...
Holiday Greetings Program Begins - An Army and Air Force Hometown News Service team is traveling throughout Europe to record holiday greetings for broadcast on television and radio stations. More...
Hot Degrees for 2008 and Beyond - The following four degrees are considered the most sought after and best fit for many servicemembers and military veterans. More...
House Bills Aim to Help Vets Transition - Currently, veterans utilizing their GI Bill benefits who qualify for work-study may only hold positions related to VA work. More...
Join SpouseBUZZ Live in Virginia Beach, VA - SpouseBUZZ Live 2008 is a free event that celebrates you, the Military Spouse. There will be discussion panels, fellowship and fun surprises. More...
Life Insurance for the Right Reasons - A single individual without dependants, or anyone financially dependent on them, doesn't need to supplement their SGLI. More...
Marathon Offers Several Events - People can become a part of history by registering for the 12th annual United States Air Force Marathon. More...
Marines Sponsor Commander's Program - The Marine Corps' Commander's Program is scheduled for the Gray Research Center (GRC) at Marine Corps University, Quantico, Va. More...
Mileage Rate Increases - In response to the mid-year rise in gasoline prices, the General Service Administration raised the temporary duty mileage rate. More...
Military Encourages Financial Readiness - The Pentagon's new Office of Personal Finance and Transition is putting together a financial road show. More...
Military Job Fair of Virginia - The Military Affairs Council and the Military Family Support Centers' Employment Programs will be hosting their semi-annual "Military Job Fair of Virginia". More...
National POW/MIA Recognition Day - National POW/MIA Recognition Day is traditionally observed on the third Friday of September. More...
New UAV Exhibit Opens - The new RQ-4A Global Hawk exhibit opened at the United States Museum of the Air Force. More...
Participants Needed for Militay.com Focus Group - Participate in Military.com's focus group scheduled for Thursday, September 4th beginning at 6pm in Virginia Beach. More...
TRICARE E-mail News - TRICARE 9.2 beneficiaries now have an easy way to stay informed on the latest TRICARE news by e-mail. More...
Tax Benefit for Minnesota Veterans - Disabled veterans in Minnesota have a few extra weeks to apply for a property tax benefit allowing them full or partial exclusion for their homestead. More...
Temporary VA Home Loan Limit Increase - The VA Home Loan limit was recently increased for some geographic areas. The new VA Loan limit for loans requiring no down payment has been increased to $729,750 for some locations. More...
The Corps' Tough New Fitness Test - Marines have been at war for seven years -- rotating in a near-constant seven-month cycle of workups and deployment that leaves little time for physical training and all-around fitness. More...
VA Opening Rural Centers - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will open three Veterans Rural Health Resource Centers on Oct. 1, 2008 to better understand rural health issues for veterans. More...
VFW Offers Scholarships - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is once again sponsoring its two, annual scholarship contests. More...
Veterans Still Eligible for Stimulus - Thousands of veterans across the country are running out of time to get their economic stimulus checks. More...
Watch Historical Presidential Debate - Military.com and The American Legion are proud to present the first "virtual presidential debate" on military and veteran issues. More...
