Heather Sweeney

Heather Sweeney is a Content Editor at Military.com. She started writing about her life as a military spouse in 2010 on her popular blog, Riding the Roller Coaster. She joined Military.com’s SpouseBuzz team in 2012 and has been covering military discounts since 2013. In addition to her work at Military.com, her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, The TODAY Show, Newsweek, HuffPost and Business Insider.

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Celebrate Mother's Day with Military Discounts

Need some gifts ideas to brighten Mom's day? Grab your military ID and get discounts on the following gifts!

The Best Amusement Park Military Discounts

Amusement parks are a fun way for families to spend time together and many offer military discounts.

Hit the Ski Slopes with Military Discounts

Before you book your next ski getaway, check out the great military discounts you can use for all your skiing needs.

The Best Military Discounts on Auto Sales

Buying a new car? Check out the military discounts offered by automakers both stateside and abroad.

Where to Find Military Discounts at Zoos Around the Country

Admission fees at zoos can be costly. So we've put together a list of zoos around the country that offer military discounts.

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Major League Baseball teams are showing their appreciation for service members with military discounts on game tickets.

Staff Sgt. Courtney Smith plays with her son Ayden Clax, on Fort Bragg

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For the Month of the Military Child, we've gathered a list of 8 discounts that military families can take advantage of.

The Best Military Discounts on Streaming Services

Some streaming services offer deals by bundling multiple services together, while others offer a cheaper version if you’re...

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