Veterans of the Vietnam Era Pinned in Scott County
Scott County will soon honor Vietnam War-era veterans with its newly named Vietnam War Veterans Day on Tuesday.
A Group of Vietnam Veterans Will Host a Chuck Wagon Fundraiser
A chuck wagon fundraiser this weekend in Texarkana will be serving up a little nostalgia, comfort food, and giving back to great cause.
The US Military Deeply Frustrated by Biden's Withdrawal from Afghanistan
Senior Army officials were frustrated by the inability of the State Department and White House to recognize the imminent security threat that led to the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan, according to a 2,000-page Army investigation.
Sandia Labs Honored For Hiring Veterans
During an award ceremony held by the Department of Labor, U.S. Secretary of Labor Martin J. Walsh recognized Sandia National Laboratories as one of 849 recipients of the 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion Award.
Mortgage Rates Rise to 22-Month High
New federal data indicates that people signing papers for a home loan will pay the highest interest rates since the pandemic began.
Florida Military Installations at Risk Due to Climate Change
A Pentagon report on climate change, released earlier this month, was quoted by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin saying that "to keep the country safe, we must address the existential threat of climate change."
New GI Bill Program Helps Vets Get Good-Paying Jobs
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently released data that shows the new GI Bill program being implemented is making a positive difference for veterans. Those interested should enroll as early as possible before the funds expire.
Study Shows Military Surgeons in US Losing Proficiency
In military hospitals, the number of general surgery procedures fell by 25.6% between 2015 and 2019. In KSA (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) terms, this translates to a 19.1% reduction in clinical readiness.
Settlement! Are You Eligible for 27.5 Million in Auto Loan Relief?
One of the nation's top subprime auto lenders, Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC), has agreed to pay more than $27 million to resolve a lawsuit filed by Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey.
Lawmakers Attempt to Ban Dishonorable Discharges against Troops Who Refused Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines
House lawmakers have backed legislation prohibiting dishonorable discharges for troops who refuse the COVID-19 vaccine, as the Navy gave its sailors 90 days to get the shot this week and the Army and Air Force were poised Thursday to enforce their own timetables.
Second Chance to be Given at Medals Of Honor for Black and Native American Vets as per New Review
The military will review some service crosses awarded to Black and Native American veterans to determine whether they should be upgraded to the Medal of Honor.