Terry Howell
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Veterans Can Look Beyond the GI Bill
The GI Bill expires 15 years after discharge. However, the GI Bill is not the only veteran education benefit.
GI Bill: Top 5 Things to Know
If you are planning to use your GI Bill benefits, there are 5 facts you must know to help make the process easier.
Medal of Honor Means Benefits for Life
The Medal of Honor comes with more than Medal. The highest U.S. Military award offers benefits that last a lifetime.
Get the Facts on Getting College Credit for Service
Most veterans have been told that they can get college credit for military service. But, most never get the whole story.
Removing the Road Blocks to Success
Have you been thinking about getting your degree but just haven't gotten around to it yet? Why not?
Why You Should Care About Accreditation
Terms like regional, national, or programmatic accreditation can be confusing. And, in the end why should you care?
How to Find a Career After Military Service
Finding a job after military service can be your biggest challenge yet -- here's how to best prepare yourself for your vetera...
2012 Pay Raise Faces Delays - UPDATE
Due to a provision in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2012, the 2012 military pay raise, special pay extensions, an...
VRAP GI Bill Factsheet
The Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP)gave up to 12 months of Montgomery GI Bill benefits to older unemployed vete...
Vets Share Advice on Grad-School
The thought of going to grad school can be daunting for veterans as they face the challenges of reentering the civilian world
States Rush to Attract Veteran Students
In an effort to help student veterans reach their education goals, many states recently started offering added incentives for...
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Navy to Change Pilot Call Sign Protocol After Minority Aviators Report Bias
The head of naval aviation has directed the creation of a new process for approving and reviewing pilots' call signs.
Sailors Created 'Rape List' Aboard Navy's 2nd Sub to Integrate Women
The Florida, homeported in Kings Bay, Georgia, was the second submarine to integrate enlisted women.
Air Force Wants Both F-35 and F-15EX. But if Forced to Choose, It's No Contest: SecAF
The only factor that would stifle the F-15EX fleet would be another bad budget situation, said Air Force Secretary Wilson.
Only 55% of Americans Know Why the Nation Marks Memorial Day, Survey Finds
Little more than half of Americans know the true meaning of Memorial Day, according to a survey.
Police Officer Killed in Line of Duty Was Father of 4 and Army Veteran
Kelvin Ansari left behind a wife and four children ranging in ages from 5 to 25. He had served 21 years in the Army.
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Russian "Bear" bombers flew near Alaska under fighter escort for the second time in two days.
Bomb disposal experts from the Royal Navy's Portsmouth base were called in to detonate a 7ft-long sea mine.
The ACSC Schriever Scholars Program is the nation’s first year-long, space-centric IDE program dedicated to developing space strategists for.
A heart warming surprise reunion between a long-deployed military mother and her graduating daughter.
Gregory “Wired” Colyer flies his T-33 Acemaker during the Twilight Show at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 17,.
Army News
FN's Fire Control System May Offer Glimpse at Army's Next-Gen Weapon Tech
The FN Mk3 Fire Control Unit is designed to give operators a sighting and aiming solution for 40mm grenade launchers.
In a First, US Brigadier General Named Deputy Commander of French Armored Unit
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Milley announced the assignment following the approval of the exchange last month.
Injured Soldiers May Not Have to Take the Army's New Fitness Test
Soldiers with permanent profiles who are unable to complete the new ACFT may be allowed to take an alternate fitness test.
Navy News
NCIS Investigating Sailor's Death Aboard Navy Ship Deployed to Europe
An investigation is underway aboard a Navy ship after a sailor was found dead during a stop in Spain.
Five Sailors at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Charged with Sexual Assault
Five sailors were arrested at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on charges that the men sexually assaulted a woman last year.
SEAL's Lawyer Wants Prosecutor, Judge Booted Off Murder Case
Republican congressmen have championed Gallagher's cause, claiming he's an innocent war hero being unfairly prosecuted.
Air Force News
Trump Taps Former Diplomat as Next Air Force Secretary
Barbara Barrett, a former diplomat and businesswoman, is the president's pick to be the service's 25th secretary.
Army, Air Force Announce Professional Licensing Fee Reimbursement for Spouses
The benefit was included in the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act. Reimbursements will be backdated to Dec. 12, 2017.
Air Force Wants Both F-35 and F-15EX. But if Forced to Choose, It's No Contest: SecAF
The only factor that would stifle the F-15EX fleet would be another bad budget situation, said Air Force Secretary Wilson.
Marine Corps News
Marine Pilot Released from Hospital After Ejecting from Harrier
The Marine Corps pilot who ejected from his jump jet before it crashed in North Carolina was released with no injuries.
Marine Harrier Crashes in North Carolina, Pilot Ejects
A Harrier jump jet crashed on Monday near Havelock, North Carolina, near Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point.
Trump Reportedly Preparing Pardons for SEAL, Green Beret Accused of Crimes
President Donald Trump could issue the pardons on Memorial Day, the New York Times is reporting.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Cutter Captain Temporarily Relieved After Fatal Accident
The Coast Guard has temporarily relieved the commander of cutter Hickory after a member was killed in a crane accident.
Graduating Coast Guard Academy Cadets' Leadership Led to Changes Big and Small
The Class of 2019 graduates from the academy Wednesday. National Security Adviser John Bolton is the keynote speaker.
Work Underway on British Tanker Sunk by U-Boat off NY in WWII
A team has been at the site of the tanker since April 29 and has pumped more than 62,000 gallons of oil since May 11.