Week of May 14, 2012
$100k of Protection for $6.80 a Month - What if you could give your family peace of mind that comes knowing you're protected by life insurance without hidden clauses or fine print? More...
$300k Financial Security: $1 a Day - For as low as $1.00 a day, you can give your family $300,000 financial security, because tomorrow is never guaranteed. More...
AAFES M&M's Sweepstakes - The Army and Air Force Exchange Service has partnered with Mars on the "Ms. Brown Sweepstakes," named after the M&Ms character. More...
AAFES Pet Treat Contest - In the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's Patriot Family "Just Say Treat" contest, a pet picture and 50 words could be worth $500. More...
AF 2012 Climate Survey - The 2012 Air Force Climate Survey kicks off May 14 and runs through June 22. Topics in this year's survey include impact of deployment, trust in Air Force leadership, satisfaction, resources, recognition and performance. More...
AF Advanced Degree Apps Due - Air Force officers considering 2013 advanced academic degree and experience broadening programs have a narrow application window, with some applications due within the next few weeks. More...
AF Weather Squadron Command Selections - The weather career field development team and 2013 weather squadron command selection board will convene in July to select officers for the squadron command candidate list. More...
Army MWR Summer Reading Programs - DoD Morale, Welfare and Recreation Libraries will launch their "Reading is so Delicious!" summer program at Army garrisons in May and June 2012. More...
Army May Tighten Tattoo, Grooming Regs - The U.S. Army is considering tightening its rules on hair, tattoos, and makeup. More...
Brain Trauma and Vets - The case of a 27-year-old Marine Corps veteran with chronic traumatic encephalopathy has been documented in a peer-reviewed medical journal. More...
Deal of the Week: Military Discounts - Visit the Military.com Discounts Channel to find hundreds of discounts for servicemembers, reservists, guard, veterans, retirees and their families. More...
Easier Way to Order a Medallion - The National Cemetery Administration has introduced a new application to request a medallion--making it easier for the public to order. More...
Featured Employer: AT&T - AT&T is hiring veterans and transitioning servicemembers. Visit the AT&T Veteran Talent Portal to apply for jobs, translate your military skills and network with other veterans. More...
Featured Employer: Chevron - Chevron is hiring veterans and transitioning servicemembers. Visit the Chevron Veteran Talent Portal to apply for jobs, translate your military skills and network with other veterans. More...
Featured Job: UnitedHealth Group - Now Hiring Military Professionals. Come see the greater difference you can be making at UnitedHealth Group. More...
Firearms Illegal at VA Facilities - The Department of Veterans Affairs is reminding everyone that possession of firearms is illegal, under Federal law, at all VA facilities and properties. More...
Five Hot Jobs for Ex-Military Personnel - The US military is arguably the best-trained workforce in the world, and personnel who leave military service have skills that translate to virtually any career. More...
Free Admission to Theme Parks - All year long, any member of active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman will receive free admission to all Anheuser-Busch parks across the country. More...
Grants for Job Training - The U.S. Department of Labor is making available approximately $12 million in grants through the Veterans' Workforce Investment Program. More...
Help Understanding AF RIF Procedures - When the Air Force implements a force reduction initiative (RIF), there are programs in place to minimize the impact on employees and to assist those who are affected. More...
Homebuying Myth No.5: Renting - Myth: "It's less expensive to rent, and now may not be the right time to buy." The Truth: In some cases, mortgage payments may be lower than rental payments. More...
House Committee Dumps TRICARE Fee Hikes - Last week the House Armed Services Committee completed the 2013 defense bill mark-up. The HASC version would increase some TRICARE pharmacy co-pays, but it does not include the DoD plan to tier enrollment TRICARE Prime fees. More...
May Air Force Promotion List - Fifty-six Airmen have been selected for promotion as part of the May enlisted supplemental promotion process. More...
Memorial Day Parade - The 2012 National Memorial Day Parade Presented by Boeing will include the very first special public tribute in the nation's capital to the Iraq War generation. More...
More Transition Benefits for Sailors - Sailors transitioning from active-duty as a result of the Enlisted Retention Board are encouraged to work closely with their chain of command in order to maximize available transition assistance. More...
National Military Appreciation Month - May is National Military Appreciation Month when U.S. Citizens are encouraged to honor the current and former members of the armed forces, including those who have died in the pursuit of freedom and peace. More...
New AF Civilian Hiring Resource - Air Force hiring managers now have 15 days instead of 30 to choose the best-qualified candidate to fill civilian vacancies. More...
New Economic Program in Wisconsin - The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. will put $150,000 into a new fund aimed at seeding start-up companies run by military veterans and helping them to hit the ground running. More...
Play Military Trivia, Win an iPod - Think you know military history and trivia? Test your knowledge with the Military.com Trivia Challenge. More...
Report on Fort Detrick Available - A report on the outdoor testing of herbicides at Fort Detrick during the 1940's through 1960's is now available for downloading on the Fort Detrick, Maryland website. More...
Sailors Told to Get DS Logon - All Sailors serving on active duty must obtain a Department of Defense Self-service Logon by Nov. 8, 2013. More...
Survey Deadline Nearing in Hawaii - Parents and students in Hawaii have until July 2 to take a survey that will determine changes needed to improve the education experience in Hawaii for military families. More...
Understand Your Military Pay - With basic pay and 70 types of special pays and allowances, including BAH, military pay is customized to your situation. More...
Upcoming AF Command Selection Board - The Air Force Space and Missile Vigilant Eagle operations squadron commander selection board will convene in June to select command candidates for projected 2013 vacancies. More...
VA Eliminates Co-Payment - The Department of Veterans Affairs will no longer charge veterans a co-payment when they receive care in their homes from VA health professionals using video conferencing. More...
VA Home Loan FAQ - Why get a VA loan over other types? Simply put, a VA Home Loan allows qualified buyers the opportunity to purchase a home with no down payment. More...
VA Seeks Comments - VA and other federal agencies have drafted policies to foster a culture of transparency, integrity, and ethical behavior and to protect researchers from inappropriate influence in the development and application of scientific and technological findings. More...
Vet Grants in Illinois - The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs has announced $263,633 in grants from Veterans' Cash scratch-off lottery ticket sales. More...
Vow to Hire Heroes Act - The VA and the Department of Labor are working together to get veterans who are unemployed into training and back into the workforce with the help of services and financial assistance. More...
WWII Veteran Honored - WWII vet Bea Abrams Cohen was recently recognized at a California state Capitol celebration during Women's Military History Week, which honored the achievements of women in the armed forces. More...
Watch Military Videos - Visit the Military Life Video Channel to see real life military moments caught on tape -- tributes, reunions, music videos, humor, and more. More...
$300k Financial Security: $1 a Day - For as low as $1.00 a day, you can give your family $300,000 financial security, because tomorrow is never guaranteed. More...
AAFES M&M's Sweepstakes - The Army and Air Force Exchange Service has partnered with Mars on the "Ms. Brown Sweepstakes," named after the M&Ms character. More...
AAFES Pet Treat Contest - In the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's Patriot Family "Just Say Treat" contest, a pet picture and 50 words could be worth $500. More...
AF 2012 Climate Survey - The 2012 Air Force Climate Survey kicks off May 14 and runs through June 22. Topics in this year's survey include impact of deployment, trust in Air Force leadership, satisfaction, resources, recognition and performance. More...
AF Advanced Degree Apps Due - Air Force officers considering 2013 advanced academic degree and experience broadening programs have a narrow application window, with some applications due within the next few weeks. More...
AF Weather Squadron Command Selections - The weather career field development team and 2013 weather squadron command selection board will convene in July to select officers for the squadron command candidate list. More...
Army MWR Summer Reading Programs - DoD Morale, Welfare and Recreation Libraries will launch their "Reading is so Delicious!" summer program at Army garrisons in May and June 2012. More...
Army May Tighten Tattoo, Grooming Regs - The U.S. Army is considering tightening its rules on hair, tattoos, and makeup. More...
Brain Trauma and Vets - The case of a 27-year-old Marine Corps veteran with chronic traumatic encephalopathy has been documented in a peer-reviewed medical journal. More...
Deal of the Week: Military Discounts - Visit the Military.com Discounts Channel to find hundreds of discounts for servicemembers, reservists, guard, veterans, retirees and their families. More...
Easier Way to Order a Medallion - The National Cemetery Administration has introduced a new application to request a medallion--making it easier for the public to order. More...
Featured Employer: AT&T - AT&T is hiring veterans and transitioning servicemembers. Visit the AT&T Veteran Talent Portal to apply for jobs, translate your military skills and network with other veterans. More...
Featured Employer: Chevron - Chevron is hiring veterans and transitioning servicemembers. Visit the Chevron Veteran Talent Portal to apply for jobs, translate your military skills and network with other veterans. More...
Featured Job: UnitedHealth Group - Now Hiring Military Professionals. Come see the greater difference you can be making at UnitedHealth Group. More...
Firearms Illegal at VA Facilities - The Department of Veterans Affairs is reminding everyone that possession of firearms is illegal, under Federal law, at all VA facilities and properties. More...
Five Hot Jobs for Ex-Military Personnel - The US military is arguably the best-trained workforce in the world, and personnel who leave military service have skills that translate to virtually any career. More...
Free Admission to Theme Parks - All year long, any member of active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman will receive free admission to all Anheuser-Busch parks across the country. More...
Grants for Job Training - The U.S. Department of Labor is making available approximately $12 million in grants through the Veterans' Workforce Investment Program. More...
Help Understanding AF RIF Procedures - When the Air Force implements a force reduction initiative (RIF), there are programs in place to minimize the impact on employees and to assist those who are affected. More...
Homebuying Myth No.5: Renting - Myth: "It's less expensive to rent, and now may not be the right time to buy." The Truth: In some cases, mortgage payments may be lower than rental payments. More...
House Committee Dumps TRICARE Fee Hikes - Last week the House Armed Services Committee completed the 2013 defense bill mark-up. The HASC version would increase some TRICARE pharmacy co-pays, but it does not include the DoD plan to tier enrollment TRICARE Prime fees. More...
May Air Force Promotion List - Fifty-six Airmen have been selected for promotion as part of the May enlisted supplemental promotion process. More...
Memorial Day Parade - The 2012 National Memorial Day Parade Presented by Boeing will include the very first special public tribute in the nation's capital to the Iraq War generation. More...
More Transition Benefits for Sailors - Sailors transitioning from active-duty as a result of the Enlisted Retention Board are encouraged to work closely with their chain of command in order to maximize available transition assistance. More...
National Military Appreciation Month - May is National Military Appreciation Month when U.S. Citizens are encouraged to honor the current and former members of the armed forces, including those who have died in the pursuit of freedom and peace. More...
New AF Civilian Hiring Resource - Air Force hiring managers now have 15 days instead of 30 to choose the best-qualified candidate to fill civilian vacancies. More...
New Economic Program in Wisconsin - The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. will put $150,000 into a new fund aimed at seeding start-up companies run by military veterans and helping them to hit the ground running. More...
Play Military Trivia, Win an iPod - Think you know military history and trivia? Test your knowledge with the Military.com Trivia Challenge. More...
Report on Fort Detrick Available - A report on the outdoor testing of herbicides at Fort Detrick during the 1940's through 1960's is now available for downloading on the Fort Detrick, Maryland website. More...
Sailors Told to Get DS Logon - All Sailors serving on active duty must obtain a Department of Defense Self-service Logon by Nov. 8, 2013. More...
Survey Deadline Nearing in Hawaii - Parents and students in Hawaii have until July 2 to take a survey that will determine changes needed to improve the education experience in Hawaii for military families. More...
Understand Your Military Pay - With basic pay and 70 types of special pays and allowances, including BAH, military pay is customized to your situation. More...
Upcoming AF Command Selection Board - The Air Force Space and Missile Vigilant Eagle operations squadron commander selection board will convene in June to select command candidates for projected 2013 vacancies. More...
VA Eliminates Co-Payment - The Department of Veterans Affairs will no longer charge veterans a co-payment when they receive care in their homes from VA health professionals using video conferencing. More...
VA Home Loan FAQ - Why get a VA loan over other types? Simply put, a VA Home Loan allows qualified buyers the opportunity to purchase a home with no down payment. More...
VA Seeks Comments - VA and other federal agencies have drafted policies to foster a culture of transparency, integrity, and ethical behavior and to protect researchers from inappropriate influence in the development and application of scientific and technological findings. More...
Vet Grants in Illinois - The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs has announced $263,633 in grants from Veterans' Cash scratch-off lottery ticket sales. More...
Vow to Hire Heroes Act - The VA and the Department of Labor are working together to get veterans who are unemployed into training and back into the workforce with the help of services and financial assistance. More...
WWII Veteran Honored - WWII vet Bea Abrams Cohen was recently recognized at a California state Capitol celebration during Women's Military History Week, which honored the achievements of women in the armed forces. More...
Watch Military Videos - Visit the Military Life Video Channel to see real life military moments caught on tape -- tributes, reunions, music videos, humor, and more. More...
