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...
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...
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...
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With B-1 Aging and B-21 Still Years Out, Air Force May Soon Have No Go-To Bomber
The U.S. is the only allied country that still flies bombers.
Support for Repeal of 'Widow's Tax' Higher than Ever, Military Coalition Tells Congress
Veterans and military groups are pushing for change in the upcoming defense bill.
DoD to Military Members, Dependents: Steer Clear of Vaping
E-cigarettes have been linked to nearly 400 cases of a mysterious lung disease.
A Navy Carrier Strike Group Is Deploying Without Its Broken-Down Aircraft Carrier
Ships from the Harry S. Truman Strike Group are deploying from this week, but one thing is missing -- the Truman.
List of Bases Contaminated with PFAS Chemicals Expected to Grow, Pentagon Says
The chairman of a task force on chemical contamination says the DoD plans to address issues at more than 400 bases.
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Army News
Army Surpasses Recruiting Goal, Attracts More Women to Sign Up
U.S. Army leaders declared victory Tuesday over the service's recruiting crisis.
Army Activates New Units in Europe to Support Poland
The Army Reserve activated seven new units, including a regional support group capable of supporting thousands of soldiers.
Special Forces Soldier Identified as Latest Combat Death in Afghanistan
The soldier killed in Afghanistan on Monday has been identified as Army Sgt. 1st Class Jeremy Griffin.
Navy News
The Navy Is Creating a New Senior Leader Position to Attack Maintenance Backlog
The service is creating a new deputy assistant Navy secretary for sustainment position on Oct. 1.
Pentagon Steps Up Efforts to Counter China's Rising Power
On Friday an American warship approached the Paracel Islands, an island chain claimed by Beijing in the South China Sea.
Navy 3-Star Says Rust on Ships Is Not Driving Up Maintenance Costs
Retired officers and experts have been sounding off on the state of the Navy's fleet after photos have shown rust buildup.
Air Force News
Air Force Sending Reinforcements to Area 51 Despite Raid's Cancellation
The U.S. Air Force is still sending reinforcements just in case things get out of hand, top officials said Tuesday.
Air Force to Institute New Fitness Requirements for Commanders
Starting next week, commanders will be expected to stay in shape, according to Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein.
Air Force Weighing Medal of Honor Nominations for More Airmen
The Air Force is reviewing a number of airmen who could be considered for the Medal of Honor, the service's top general said.
Marine Corps News
Textron Shows Off Mine-Hunting Drone Boat Armed with Hellfire Missiles
Textron Systems is working with the Navy to turn a mine-sweeping unmanned surface vessel into a mine-hunting craft.
Here's What the Marines Want in the Navy's Fleet of Unmanned Drone Ships
Marine Corps leaders are looking to self-driving ships that will keep the enemy guessing.
The Navy Is Creating a New Senior Leader Position to Attack Maintenance Backlog
The service is creating a new deputy assistant Navy secretary for sustainment position on Oct. 1.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Discovers Abandoned Panga Boat with 41 Bales of Marijuana
A helicopter crew was dispatched to conduct a search for possible people in distress.
Wreckage from Fatal Boat Fire Taken to Naval Base Ventura County
A ship-tracking website shows the barge that transported the Conception in Port Hueneme.
Cruise Ship Carrying Sightseers Collides with World War II Destroyer Floating Museum
Guests on a sightseeing tour got to see what happens when a cruise ship collides with another boat, the USS Slater.