Week of October 13, 2008
1st Cavalry Scholarship Program - The 1st Cavalry Division Soldiers and their families have an option available to them which helps defray some of the costs incurred when seeking higher education. More...
AF Nukes, Cyber Commands Shift - The Air Force leadership, eager to restore balance and accountability, decided to move cyber command to Space Command. More...
AF Personnel Global Tour - The Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC) launched its "Spread the Word" briefing tour. More...
AF Screening Officers for Deputy Commander - AF Personnel Center recently released the selection process and eligibility requirements for officers interested in calendar year 2009 mission support group deputy commander positions. More...
AbilityOne Provides Jobs for Disabled Veterans - More than 1,300 wounded military veterans are part of the federally managed AbilityOne program 43,000-strong work force, according to a DoD news release. More...
Air Force Support Center Schedule - The Air Force Reserve Personnel Contact Center changed its support schedule. Customer service counselors will now be available the first three Saturdays of each month More...
American Legion Fund Assists Hurricane Victims - The National Emergency Fund has awarded more than $6.5 million in grants since it was created in 1989 after Hurricane Hugo and an earthquake in San Francisco. More...
Army Unveils New Field Manual - The Army recently introduced its new Stability Operations field manual, FM 3-07, which puts stability operations into doctrine after it was recently introduced. More...
Attention Military Spouses - We want to know how you plan to celebrate Veterans Day. Record a short video message detailing how your family or your local military community celebrates this holiday. More...
Beat the Recession with Coupons - Take advantage of the money-saving coupons in Military.com Classifieds - from pizza to oil changes, from bike repair to pest control. More...
Become an AF UAV Operator - Air Force officers are currently being sought to volunteer for unmanned aircraft system operators. More...
Bonuses for Some South Dakota Veterans - The state of South Dakota is paying a veterans' bonus of up to $500 to certain servicemembers based on monthly service during certain qualifying dates. More...
Breast Cancer Awareness - U.S. bases in the Pacific will observe Breast Cancer Awareness during October. More...
Camping Fees Waived - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced it will waive day-use and camping fees for servicemembers who are on mid- or post-deployment leave. More...
Come to SpouseBuzz Live in San Antonio this Weekend - All military spouses are invited to attend SpouseBuzz Live in San Antonio on Oct. 18, 2008. More...
Deal of the Week: 20% - 50% OFF Select Wines - Go to: www.thewineprofiler fill out your Personal Wine Profile and take advantage of great wine offerings. More...
Deal of the Week: BEST MILITARY DISCOUNT from any car company - Active duty and Reserves of the U.S. Military can save up to thousands on select 2008/2009 GM vehicles. More...
DoD Searches for Test Veterans - In September, the DoD Office of Force Health Protection & Readiness announced the launch of the Chemical-Biological Warfare Exposures Website. More...
DoD, INOVA Partner To Employ Mil Spouses - The DoD and Inova Health System joined in a partnership yesterday to promote access to training and healthcare jobs for the husbands and wives of active duty servicemembers. More...
Exchange Mall Includes Recycling - MilitaryRecycling.com is now available online through the Exchange Online Mall at aafes.com. More...
Exchanges Issue Sports Catalog - The 52-page, 2008 All-Services Sports and Fitness Catalog is now available and offers a wide selection of treadmills, elliptical trainers, weight training equipment, apparel, sports watches and much more. More...
Featured Job: Security Clearances Wanted - Experts project that an established security clearance can increase your salary anywhere from $5,000 to $15,000, and in some cases, even more. More...
Featured Job: United in Support of Our Military - At UnitedHealth Group our professionals are united to improve health care for all Americans. More...
Federal Benefits Booklet - The 2008 Edition of VA's Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents booklet is available for viewing on-line or for download in portable document format. More...
Final Reunion for Woman Aviators - Women aviators from different generations recently took part in the final reunion for the original Women Air Force Service Pilots of World War II. More...
GI Bill Rate Increase Available Now - The GI Bill rate is now $47,556 -- a total increase of nearly $8,000 over last year's rate. More...
Health System Seeks Feedback - The Military Health System invites wounded, ill or injured servicemembers and their families to respond to a new pair of questionnaires. More...
Homework Help for Marines, Families - Marines and their families can now get free help with school work online anytime because of the Marine Corps' new partnership with Tutor.com. More...
Improve Your Fiscal Fitness - The DoD offers a website that contains financial news and information, links to groups that can help with financial issues and tips from a leading financial specialist. More...
Medical Enlisted Website Debuts - The Marine Corps has extended the trial period for its vehicle safety program through Jan. 5, 2009. More...
Military Families Save with Offers from ASMBA - The Armed Services Mutual Benefit Association provides comprehensive, affordable life insurance coverage to military personnel and their families. More...
Navy Crime Reduction Program - The Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) has launched its new Crime Reduction Program (CRP), which will provide education and awareness. More...
New Air Force YouTube Page - The Air Force has its own channel on the YouTube.com website, called AirForceBlueTube, for sharing interesting or funny Air Force videos. More...
New Las Vegas VA Medical Center - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a $364.9 million contract to build a new medical facility in Las Vegas by September 2011. More...
Real Military Transition Stories - Military.com has launched a special section of the site where members post their stories, tips and advice on their transition. More...
Registry Tracks Effects - The Defense Department's Embedded Metal Fragments Registry is helping officials gather data to be sure the long-accepted practice of leaving embedded metal fragments. More...
Rotarians Offer 'Light' to Troops - The Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Beach Ca. is doing their part to support troops with a campaign to donate mini flashlights to the Al Asad Airbase in Iraq. More...
Stimulus Check Filing Deadline - Time is running out to receive your economic stimulus payment. Most taxpayers qualify, and many who do not regularly file a tax return also qualify. More...
TRICARE Fee Waiver for Guard and Reserve - Eligible families of activated National Guard, Reserve members will continue to save up to $300 in annual deductibles now that a TRICARE "demonstration" program is a permanent benefit. More...
TRICARE Offers Respite for Caregivers - TRICARE now a respite benefit that specifically helps homebound servicemembers who need frequent help from their primary caregiver. More...
Updating Your DEERS Account - Being a military dependent is a tough job but, the benefits are there for spouses and family members. More...
Veterans Day Resource Guide - The Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA's) 2008 Veterans Day teacher resource guide is now available. More...
Voter Drive Returns to VA After Feds Lift Ban - The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ended its ban on voter registration drives in federal facilities last month. More...
Website Connects Parents, Children - MyChildMyMilitary.com is an interactive website designed to provide military families with a real-time platform to share books and activities with their children. More...
Website Promotes Online Child Safety - The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has created a new website to educate children aged 8-12 on ways to navigate the Internet safely. More...
AF Nukes, Cyber Commands Shift - The Air Force leadership, eager to restore balance and accountability, decided to move cyber command to Space Command. More...
AF Personnel Global Tour - The Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC) launched its "Spread the Word" briefing tour. More...
AF Screening Officers for Deputy Commander - AF Personnel Center recently released the selection process and eligibility requirements for officers interested in calendar year 2009 mission support group deputy commander positions. More...
AbilityOne Provides Jobs for Disabled Veterans - More than 1,300 wounded military veterans are part of the federally managed AbilityOne program 43,000-strong work force, according to a DoD news release. More...
Air Force Support Center Schedule - The Air Force Reserve Personnel Contact Center changed its support schedule. Customer service counselors will now be available the first three Saturdays of each month More...
American Legion Fund Assists Hurricane Victims - The National Emergency Fund has awarded more than $6.5 million in grants since it was created in 1989 after Hurricane Hugo and an earthquake in San Francisco. More...
Army Unveils New Field Manual - The Army recently introduced its new Stability Operations field manual, FM 3-07, which puts stability operations into doctrine after it was recently introduced. More...
Attention Military Spouses - We want to know how you plan to celebrate Veterans Day. Record a short video message detailing how your family or your local military community celebrates this holiday. More...
Beat the Recession with Coupons - Take advantage of the money-saving coupons in Military.com Classifieds - from pizza to oil changes, from bike repair to pest control. More...
Become an AF UAV Operator - Air Force officers are currently being sought to volunteer for unmanned aircraft system operators. More...
Bonuses for Some South Dakota Veterans - The state of South Dakota is paying a veterans' bonus of up to $500 to certain servicemembers based on monthly service during certain qualifying dates. More...
Breast Cancer Awareness - U.S. bases in the Pacific will observe Breast Cancer Awareness during October. More...
Camping Fees Waived - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced it will waive day-use and camping fees for servicemembers who are on mid- or post-deployment leave. More...
Come to SpouseBuzz Live in San Antonio this Weekend - All military spouses are invited to attend SpouseBuzz Live in San Antonio on Oct. 18, 2008. More...
Deal of the Week: 20% - 50% OFF Select Wines - Go to: www.thewineprofiler fill out your Personal Wine Profile and take advantage of great wine offerings. More...
Deal of the Week: BEST MILITARY DISCOUNT from any car company - Active duty and Reserves of the U.S. Military can save up to thousands on select 2008/2009 GM vehicles. More...
DoD Searches for Test Veterans - In September, the DoD Office of Force Health Protection & Readiness announced the launch of the Chemical-Biological Warfare Exposures Website. More...
DoD, INOVA Partner To Employ Mil Spouses - The DoD and Inova Health System joined in a partnership yesterday to promote access to training and healthcare jobs for the husbands and wives of active duty servicemembers. More...
Exchange Mall Includes Recycling - MilitaryRecycling.com is now available online through the Exchange Online Mall at aafes.com. More...
Exchanges Issue Sports Catalog - The 52-page, 2008 All-Services Sports and Fitness Catalog is now available and offers a wide selection of treadmills, elliptical trainers, weight training equipment, apparel, sports watches and much more. More...
Featured Job: Security Clearances Wanted - Experts project that an established security clearance can increase your salary anywhere from $5,000 to $15,000, and in some cases, even more. More...
Featured Job: United in Support of Our Military - At UnitedHealth Group our professionals are united to improve health care for all Americans. More...
Federal Benefits Booklet - The 2008 Edition of VA's Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents booklet is available for viewing on-line or for download in portable document format. More...
Final Reunion for Woman Aviators - Women aviators from different generations recently took part in the final reunion for the original Women Air Force Service Pilots of World War II. More...
GI Bill Rate Increase Available Now - The GI Bill rate is now $47,556 -- a total increase of nearly $8,000 over last year's rate. More...
Health System Seeks Feedback - The Military Health System invites wounded, ill or injured servicemembers and their families to respond to a new pair of questionnaires. More...
Homework Help for Marines, Families - Marines and their families can now get free help with school work online anytime because of the Marine Corps' new partnership with Tutor.com. More...
Improve Your Fiscal Fitness - The DoD offers a website that contains financial news and information, links to groups that can help with financial issues and tips from a leading financial specialist. More...
Medical Enlisted Website Debuts - The Marine Corps has extended the trial period for its vehicle safety program through Jan. 5, 2009. More...
Military Families Save with Offers from ASMBA - The Armed Services Mutual Benefit Association provides comprehensive, affordable life insurance coverage to military personnel and their families. More...
Navy Crime Reduction Program - The Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) has launched its new Crime Reduction Program (CRP), which will provide education and awareness. More...
New Air Force YouTube Page - The Air Force has its own channel on the YouTube.com website, called AirForceBlueTube, for sharing interesting or funny Air Force videos. More...
New Las Vegas VA Medical Center - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a $364.9 million contract to build a new medical facility in Las Vegas by September 2011. More...
Real Military Transition Stories - Military.com has launched a special section of the site where members post their stories, tips and advice on their transition. More...
Registry Tracks Effects - The Defense Department's Embedded Metal Fragments Registry is helping officials gather data to be sure the long-accepted practice of leaving embedded metal fragments. More...
Rotarians Offer 'Light' to Troops - The Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Beach Ca. is doing their part to support troops with a campaign to donate mini flashlights to the Al Asad Airbase in Iraq. More...
Stimulus Check Filing Deadline - Time is running out to receive your economic stimulus payment. Most taxpayers qualify, and many who do not regularly file a tax return also qualify. More...
TRICARE Fee Waiver for Guard and Reserve - Eligible families of activated National Guard, Reserve members will continue to save up to $300 in annual deductibles now that a TRICARE "demonstration" program is a permanent benefit. More...
TRICARE Offers Respite for Caregivers - TRICARE now a respite benefit that specifically helps homebound servicemembers who need frequent help from their primary caregiver. More...
Updating Your DEERS Account - Being a military dependent is a tough job but, the benefits are there for spouses and family members. More...
Veterans Day Resource Guide - The Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA's) 2008 Veterans Day teacher resource guide is now available. More...
Voter Drive Returns to VA After Feds Lift Ban - The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ended its ban on voter registration drives in federal facilities last month. More...
Website Connects Parents, Children - MyChildMyMilitary.com is an interactive website designed to provide military families with a real-time platform to share books and activities with their children. More...
Website Promotes Online Child Safety - The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has created a new website to educate children aged 8-12 on ways to navigate the Internet safely. More...
