Week of November 16, 2009
Craig's List Founder Joins VA Panel - Craig Newmark, the founder of craigslist.com agreed to serve on the blue-ribbon panel of the VA that will review and evaluate ideas to improve disability claims processing. More...
Deal of the Week: Coupons for Veterans - Military.com has hundreds and discounts exclusively for veterans and their families. Don't pay full price for anything. More...
Featured Job: Healthcare - Within the state of Ohio there are many medical and healthcare opportunities for veterans. More...
Free CUNY Veterans' College Fair 2009 - The City University of New York (CUNY) is presenting its 2009 College Fair for Veterans on November 23, 2009 at the Borough of Manhatten Community College. More...
Help the Legion Help Recovering Heroes - The American Legion is renewing its fundraising efforts for the holiday season by purchasing comfort items for troops recovering in U.S. military hospitals and warrior transition units. More...
Holiday Mailing Guidelines Set - The U.S. Postal Service has set guidelines for mailing holiday mail and packages overseas. More...
Jacksonville, Fla. Cemetery Expansion - VA announced an $11.8 million contract to develop the next phase of the Jacksonville, Fla., National Cemetery, which opened for burials in January 2009. More...
Leavenworth Cemetery to Expand - VA announced a $10 million contract to expand the Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kan. More...
More Veterans in Government - President Barack Obama signed an executive order Nov. 9 aimed at hiring more veterans to work in the federal government. More...
Retirees and Vets Allowed to Salute Flag - Traditionally, members of the nation's veterans service organizations render the hand-salute during the national anthem and at events involving the national flag. More...
State Veteran Benefits - Veterans pursuing their educational goals are usually eligible for "educational assistance for students" in most states. More...
The Key to Getting Voc-Rehab Started - Author and veteran advocate Ben Krause offers his insight into the process of applying for Voc-Rehabilitation. More...
USAA Open to All Vets Who Honorably Served - USAA announced that effective immediately, membership now is open to all veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces who served honorably. More...
VA Plan to End Vet Homelessness - Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki unveiled the department's comprehensive plan to end homelessness among veterans. More...
VA Working to Improve Vet Education - The Department of Veterans Affairs is working with Florida and other states to help veterans make the transition from combat to college life. More...
VA's New Look Website - VA launched the first and most visible phase of a big Web renovation project that will better serve our nation's veterans. More...
Vets' Caregiver Bill Stalled - More than a month after the new fiscal year began, the House and Senate are working to pass a group of bills to improve veterans' benefits and health programs. More...
Deal of the Week: Coupons for Veterans - Military.com has hundreds and discounts exclusively for veterans and their families. Don't pay full price for anything. More...
Featured Job: Healthcare - Within the state of Ohio there are many medical and healthcare opportunities for veterans. More...
Free CUNY Veterans' College Fair 2009 - The City University of New York (CUNY) is presenting its 2009 College Fair for Veterans on November 23, 2009 at the Borough of Manhatten Community College. More...
Help the Legion Help Recovering Heroes - The American Legion is renewing its fundraising efforts for the holiday season by purchasing comfort items for troops recovering in U.S. military hospitals and warrior transition units. More...
Holiday Mailing Guidelines Set - The U.S. Postal Service has set guidelines for mailing holiday mail and packages overseas. More...
Jacksonville, Fla. Cemetery Expansion - VA announced an $11.8 million contract to develop the next phase of the Jacksonville, Fla., National Cemetery, which opened for burials in January 2009. More...
Leavenworth Cemetery to Expand - VA announced a $10 million contract to expand the Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kan. More...
More Veterans in Government - President Barack Obama signed an executive order Nov. 9 aimed at hiring more veterans to work in the federal government. More...
Retirees and Vets Allowed to Salute Flag - Traditionally, members of the nation's veterans service organizations render the hand-salute during the national anthem and at events involving the national flag. More...
State Veteran Benefits - Veterans pursuing their educational goals are usually eligible for "educational assistance for students" in most states. More...
The Key to Getting Voc-Rehab Started - Author and veteran advocate Ben Krause offers his insight into the process of applying for Voc-Rehabilitation. More...
USAA Open to All Vets Who Honorably Served - USAA announced that effective immediately, membership now is open to all veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces who served honorably. More...
VA Plan to End Vet Homelessness - Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki unveiled the department's comprehensive plan to end homelessness among veterans. More...
VA Working to Improve Vet Education - The Department of Veterans Affairs is working with Florida and other states to help veterans make the transition from combat to college life. More...
VA's New Look Website - VA launched the first and most visible phase of a big Web renovation project that will better serve our nation's veterans. More...
Vets' Caregiver Bill Stalled - More than a month after the new fiscal year began, the House and Senate are working to pass a group of bills to improve veterans' benefits and health programs. More...
