Child Care Remains a Retention Priority, Navy's Top NCO Says
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Russell Smith said Navy Installations Command is working to expand child care choices.
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DODEA Schools to Increase Class Sizes, Shed 300 Jobs in Bid to Free Up Funds
The Department of Defense Education Activity plans to increase average class sizes in its middle and high schools next year.
Tricare to Stop Covering Some Vitamin Supplements
The supplements that are no longer covered beginning Jan. 1, 2019, are still available over the counter.
Here Are the 2019 CONUS COLA Rates
Fewer troops will receive a cost-of-living-adjustment (COLA) payment stateside in 2019
Tyndall Pauses Humanitarian Assistance Program for Airmen, Families
Airmen and families assigned to Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, who applied for a special assistance program may not get an...
Many Tricare Users to See 2019 Enrollment, Fee Increases
Some military retirees will see higher Tricare enrollment fees next year, while some out-of- pocket costs will increase sligh...
US Army Europe Tax Centers Reduce Assistance for 2019
.S. Army Europe tax centers will limit assistance mostly to service members that fall below a certain rank and income level.
VA Seeks Input on Caregiver Benefits
With the VA’s caregiver program set to expand, the agency needs your help to know how to make it better.
MyCAA Use Linked to Higher Troop Retention, More Spouse Employment: Study
Troops whose spouses use the Defense Department's military spouse scholarship program are more likely to stay in the service.
3.6 Million Children of Troops, Vets Are Enrolled in Medicaid, New Study Shows
3.6M military children, including 200K children of active-duty troops, depend on Medicaid to meet their healthcare needs.
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For First Time in Recent History, a US Military Service Is Working Without Pay
As Coast Guard paychecks went undelivered Tuesday, the service's top officer urged its members to stay the course.
'Precious Son:' Army Ranger Dies From Afghanistan Combat Wounds
Sgt. Cameron Meddock died after being shot during combat operations Jan. 13 in Afghanistan.
CBO Suggests Raising Tricare Fees, Cutting Veteran Benefits to Slash Deficit
The Congressional Budget Office published options for reducing the imbalance, including three suggestions on Tricare.
Family, Fans Attend R. Lee Ermey's Funeral at Arlington Cemetery
Friends, family and fans shared memories of the much-loved Marine and actor.
VA Renews Opposition to Agent Orange Benefits for Blue Water Navy Vets
Though legislation has been reintroduced in Congress, VA officials say there is no evidence to support the change.