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As part of an expansion of a Defense Department pilot program that kicked off in February 2023, most Uniformed Services Identification, or USID, card holders can now renew their cards online and receive them in the mail, instead of having to schedule an appointment at an ID card office.? Before this
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The Veterans Benefits Banking Program provides veterans with a safe, reliable and inexpensive way to receive and manage their VA monetary benefits. Now the program has added a new component with the integration of a newly redesigned VetCents, which helps veterans gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to take control of
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Winter always feels like the perfect opportunity to get dressed up and cozy inside a local steakhouse for a hearty meal. Luckily, in the south sound there are quite a few steakhouses right at our fingertips. Reservations are always recommended to ensure you have a spot as these places can
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Golf Course (1529 Mounts Rd. SW, DuPont) on Sunday, Feb. 4. The film, at 4 p.m., will be followed by Q&A with filmmaker Dru Holley and representatives from Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle. "In 1866, six all-Black cavalry and infantry regiments were created after Congress passed the Army Organization Act. They
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WASHINGTON - The Department of Defense has approved a new policy to cover pet travel expenses, like pet transportation or quarantine fees, incurred by service members during a Permanent Change of Station (PCS). As of Jan. 1, 2024, military service members going through a PCS within the continental United States can
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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas (AFNS) - It's been called "a laboratory of human endurance," testing the physical, mental and spiritual grit of the officer and enlisted leaders who undertake it. It's the Army Ranger School and the Department of the Air Force is looking for airmen and guardians who
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You may already be familiar with the commissary benefit, but did you know that your commissary works with its industry partners and community groups to support the military community in other ways, too? One example is our partnership with the Fisher House Foundation in support of the Scholarships for Military
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When the clouds gather and raindrops patter against the windows, residents and visitors of the South Sound know it's time to adapt their plans. But fear not! Despite the drizzle, this region is brimming with indoor activities that promise to make your rainy day an unforgettable experience. Museums galore The South
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2023 was a big year for TRICARE. Digital tools, demonstrations, and a strong TRICARE Open Season were just a few of the major stories. The Defense Health Agency delivers TRICARE, the military's health benefit. It provides coverage to approximately 9.6 million uniformed service members, retirees, and their families. There's an app for
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Since its launch 20 years ago, Togetherweserved.com (TWS) - the leading online community of U.S. veterans - has provided its 2.3 million members the special opportunity to not only reconnect with the people they served with but to also preserve a detailed record of their military service, including unlimited photographs.
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When Tony Isaac retired from the Air Force, he decided to treat himself to a gift. "I wanted a fishing boat as a retirement gift and decided a kayak was the way to go," he began. "I really enjoyed the peace and quiet of being on the water in a kayak
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Retirement savings plans like a Traditional IRA and a ROTH IRA can be confusing, but understanding the difference between these two types of accounts is essential for making an informed decision about your financial future. Let's take a look at the differences between a Traditional IRA and a ROTH IRA
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We know the weather might not scream "let's visit a waterfall" but Salish Lodge can change that. Salish Lodge and Spa located about an hour from Joint Base Lewis-McChord could be just the winter escape you're looking for. Salish Lodge grants visitors a truly Northwest experience with its cozy interior perched
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division Special Agent Johnny Victory leads the charge every day in keeping the CID Western Field Office at Joint Base Lewis-McChord at the forefront of the latest developments in forensic science. Understanding forensic science is a specialty Victory has devoted most
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The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the results of the 2023 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, the annual effort to estimate the number of Americans, including veterans, without permanent housing. The data showed that on a single night in January 2023, there were 35,574 veterans who experienced homelessness in the
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - The Washington Vets to Tech program at St. Martin's University in Lacey celebrated a milestone achievement Dec. 15 when it graduated its 1,000th student in its 10 years of providing IT training and certifications to veterans preparing to enter the civilian workforce. Specialist Damien Thomas, an information
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Both the House and Senate have passed the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act, which is expected to be signed by the president. Among other things, the bill authorizes a pay raise for both service members and civilian defense employees. "This important legislation not only authorizes a 5.2% pay increase for service
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Basic allowance for housing, or BAH, rates for 2024 will increase by an average of 5.4%. The new rates, which are paid to all U.S.-based active-duty members of the uniformed services when government quarters are unavailable, take effect Jan. 1. "The proposed 5.2% basic pay increase plus the 5.4% increase in
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Is it just us, or does nothing compare to the pure joy of gliding across frozen surfaces during the winter months? If you're anything like us, then you're eager to bundle up and find ice skating rinks in the area this holiday season. While there are not a ton of
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Fun is about amusement, enjoyment, entertainment, merrymaking and respite. But one thing is for sure - fun is easily recognizable. Tommy Carson, the Military Relations Liaison at America's Credit Union (ACU) on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, likes to have and share fun with others. To this end, he came up with the
