tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41691919780159260102012-01-25T10:54:03.023-06:00News for the military veteran. We cover V.A. health care,veteran benefits, issues such as agent orange, and more.noreply@blogger.comBlogger1671100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-15616485059914067222012-01-25T10:54:00.000-06:002012-01-25T10:54:03.034-06:00

Article Title: Early Retirement Could Be Bad Deal for Troops Snippet of Article: "... Servicemembers who accept a 15-year retirement incentive approved by Congress this month stand to lose hundreds of thousands of dollars ..."Article Source: www.military.com

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Article Title: Unemployment High for Young US Military Veterans Snippet of Article: "...the unemployment rate for America’s military veterans far exceeds the national average. About 12 percent of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans are unemployed ..."Article Source: www.voanews.com

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Article Title: Neb. senator proposes bills to help military veterans and spouses with jobs, license plates Snippet of Article: "...A Nebraska state senator has introduced bills to help smooth the licensing process for veterans and their spouses if they already have the skill set for a job. ..."Article Source: www.therepublic.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-13716836490982633312011-12-09T22:28:00.000-06:002011-12-09T22:28:51.236-06:00

Article Title: GM auctioning off Military Tribute Camaro to benefit wounded veterans [w/video] Snippet of Article: "... set to auction off a special Chevrolet Camaro airbrushed by Mickey Harris as a tribute to the nation's armed forces. The design pays homage to all five branches of the country's military with a unique mural, and the vehicle is headed to the Barrett-Jackson classic car auction

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-21233321640102104062011-11-30T01:08:00.000-06:002011-11-30T01:08:25.061-06:00

Article Title: Colleges Face Challenges With Influx of Military VeteransSnippet of Article: "...turned off by the unstructured, sometimes frivolous, college atmosphere; and loath to admit they are having difficulty. Many mourn the absence of the close friendships and intense sense of mission that are often the glue of military life, particularly in a war zone. ..."Article Source: gantdaily.com

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Article Title: 157 Air Force Majors terminated without retirement benefitsSnippet of Article: "...One of the best ways to destroy American military capabilities would be to convince career military personnel -- both officers and enlisted -- that their commitment to service will not be rewarded with the retirement benefits..."Article Source: www.americanthinker.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-86548573089597475162011-11-25T23:04:00.000-06:002011-11-25T23:04:56.232-06:00

Article Title: Struggling Veterans Sell Uniforms To Military Shops To Pay For Food, Holidays Snippet of Article: "...more and more veterans are selling their uniforms in a desperate move to put food on the table, WCSH6 reports. ..."Article Source: www.huffingtonpost.com

.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-49969898930634079192011-10-24T10:44:00.000-05:002011-10-24T10:44:43.862-05:00

Article Title: AARP Drivers Program Offers Free Course to Veterans Snippet of Article: "... All military personnel, active duty or retired, are eligible to receive a free DSP classroom course during the month of November. Military personnel include those individuals who serve or have served in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard/Reserves, or Coast Guard. ..."Article Source:

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Article Title: Military retirees’ COLA to rise by 3.6 percent Snippet of Article: "...military retirees will receive a 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment effective Dec. 1. ..."Article Source: www.marinecorpstimes.com

.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-28978295463365111642011-10-19T11:01:00.000-05:002011-10-19T11:01:56.110-05:00

Article Title: DoD Re-evaluating Retirement Determinations for Some VeteransSnippet of Article: "...Veterans who have been medically separated from the U.S. Military between September 11, 2001 and December 31, 2009 now have the opportunity to have their disability ratings reviewed by the Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR) to ensure fairness and accuracy. ..."Article Source:

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Article Title: Veterans committee leaders all open to VA cuts Snippet of Article: "... lawmakers, but they attached a list of all of the reductions made in veterans’ benefits since 1980 as part of other deficit reduction packages and a separate one-page list of ongoing initiatives to reduce expenses...."Article Source: www.armytimes.com

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Article Title: The Postal Service Hires More Veterans Than Any Other Civilian Employer. Some in Congress Want to Fire Them Snippet of Article: "...The Postal Service puts more veterans to work than any other civilian employer. But the Issa-Ross Bill (H.R. 2309), which the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee is expected to vote on this week, would force the USPS to fire

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-28361172921618101082011-08-23T10:04:00.000-05:002011-08-23T10:04:04.713-05:00

Article Title: VA hiring 400 people in Leavenworth Snippet of Article: "... One of the best hiring opportunities in the region is quietly under way in Leavenworth, where the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is filling up to 400 positions...."Article Source: www.kansascity.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-17837023927462903572011-07-30T16:49:00.000-05:002011-07-30T16:49:29.051-05:00

Article Title: Chained CPI will hurt middle class families as well as seniors, veterans Snippet of Article:"... The chained CPI would raise taxes on all middle class families—while leaving millionaires and billionaires virtually untouched. The Tax Policy Center found ..."Article Source: www.dailykos.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-78249560413017991602011-07-17T23:33:00.000-05:002011-07-17T23:33:03.473-05:00

Article Title: Mental institution patients find fellowship, healing by drawing on military experiences Snippet of Article: "...They are called Veterans in Patton - patients who all served in the military. About 20percent of the population at the hospital, which houses the criminally insane, are considered military veterans...."Article Source: www.sbsun.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-24029960812575089612011-07-07T18:35:00.000-05:002011-07-07T18:35:15.832-05:00

Article Title: 2011 VA Benefits Book Now Online 2011 V.A. Benefits Guide Snippet of Article: "... To help answer some of those questions you may have, VA’s Benefits Book for 2011 is available online, both in PDF format and broken down by chapter. Topics like health care benefits, education and training, home loan guarantees and burial benefits are covered...." Article Source: va.gov

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-57810657279615086472011-07-07T18:23:00.000-05:002011-07-07T18:23:34.898-05:00

Article Title: About RecruitMilitary Snippet of Article: "...RecruitMilitary is the top full-service military-to-civilian recruiting firm in the United States. We use online and offline products to connect employers, franchisors, and educational institutions with men and women who are transitioning from active duty to civilian life, veterans who already have civilian work experience, members of

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-27627381731543988092011-06-27T23:37:00.000-05:002011-06-27T23:37:35.377-05:00

Article Title: Veteran of Iraq War Now Fights His Own DeportationSnippet of Article: "...Elisha L. Dawkins, shown in Baghdad in 2007, is accused of lying on a passport application and has spent a month in lockup. ..."Article Source: www.nytimes.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-13018518161185874932011-06-23T11:20:00.000-05:002011-06-23T11:20:58.516-05:00

Article Title: Yonathan Melaku charged in military shootingsSnippet of Article: "... shouting “Allah Akbar” after he fired shots at the building. He is by himself in the video, and authorities believe he acted alone in each of the four incidents...."Article Source: www2.insidenova.com

.noreply@blogger.com0The Pentagon, Arlington, VA 22202, USA38.8706007 -77.055726838.8685042 -77.05839280000001 38.8726972 -77.0530608tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-80251420214787292352011-06-22T00:30:00.000-05:002011-06-22T00:30:31.015-05:00

Article Title: Court to emphasize rehab, counseling for veterans Snippet of Article: "...With U.S. military personnel encountering multiple deployments to war zones in Iraq and Afghanistan, the veterans court is recognizing that some of those soldiers will have difficulties readjusting to civilian life, ..."Article Source: www.themonitor.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-82926954885461872042011-06-13T11:28:00.000-05:002011-06-13T11:28:08.536-05:00

Article Title: New Jobs for Homeless VeteransSnippet of Article: "... Thursday, the US Department of Labor made grant applications available for the Urban and Non-Urban Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP). ..."Article Source: www.huffingtonpost.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-36894084600587748402011-06-09T01:09:00.000-05:002011-06-09T01:09:49.480-05:00

Article Title: USA Today: TRICARE is ‘Too Sweet a Deal’ Snippet of Article: "... A recent head­line in USA Today’s edi­to­r­ial sec­tion reads, “Our view: Military’s TRICARE Ben­e­fits are Too Sweet a Deal.”..."Article Source: military.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-5354064118110854432011-06-08T10:20:00.000-05:002011-06-08T10:20:09.638-05:00

Article Title: Delta Charges U.S. Troops Returning From Afghanistan $2,800 In Baggage Fees (VIDEO) Snippet of Article: "...O'Hair added that all the soldiers with a fourth bag had to pay $200 out-of-pocket. The total for the 34 soldiers was more than $2,800. O'Hair's fourth piece of luggage was his weapons case, carrying the tools he used, in his words, to "protect myself and Afghan citizens

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-21106284645312316862011-06-06T11:08:00.000-05:002011-06-06T11:08:59.579-05:00

Article Title: Guffey Encourages Postal Veterans To Spread the Word About New Job Opportunities Snippet of Article: "... “The APWU negotiated a Collective Bargaining Agreement that will create thousands of new employment opportunities for veterans, and we need your help to ensure veterans are hired,” Guffey said in a May 27 letter. [PDF] In many instances, the Postal Service is obligated to

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-72653441689629577862011-05-31T20:06:00.000-05:002011-05-31T20:06:17.903-05:00

Article Title: Bolder Boulder Millionth Runner Is Injured Vet Snippet of Article: "...Laczek-Johnson said she ran on behalf of eight fallen comrades who were killed in the service of our country ..."Article Source: www.thedenverchannel.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-86382457996002182922011-05-27T12:44:00.000-05:002011-05-27T12:44:30.760-05:00

Article Title: Report critical of VA hospital in Murfreesboro Snippet of Article: "...it used dirty colonoscopy equipment from 2003 to 2008 at the Murfreesboro hospital. More than 6,000 patients were notified to be tested for viral diseases, such as hepatitis. ..."Article Source: www.dnj.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-23400353964188285562011-05-25T22:48:00.000-05:002011-05-25T22:48:17.027-05:00

Article Title: Nearly 100 attend forgotten vet's funeral Snippet of Article: "... The sorry fate of Kenneth Earl Taylor Jr. drew an outpouring of sympathy after his story was featured in "A Life Lived" in The Indianapolis Star...."Article Source: www.indystar.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-789119827519332732011-05-24T10:26:00.000-05:002011-05-24T10:26:07.469-05:00

Article Title: Veterans battle for benefits Snippet of Article: "...shocking — to discover the latest woe that has befallen thousands of America’s military veterans trying to appeal disability benefits claims that were initially rejected by Department of Veterans Affairs adjudicators...."Article Source: www.sfexaminer.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-59571701313101873222011-05-12T10:53:00.000-05:002011-05-13T15:54:47.465-05:00

Article Title: applying for VA’s Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers ProgramSnippet of Article: "...On May 3, VA published the interim final rule for implementing the Family Caregiver Program to provide support for families of seriously wounded Post–9/11 Veterans. VA will open applications to Caregivers on May 9. ..."Article Source: www.caregiver.va.gov

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-46839971865287589092011-05-12T10:25:00.000-05:002011-05-13T15:54:49.163-05:00

Article Title: SEAL Team Six: Memoirs of an Elite Navy SEAL Sniper Excerpt from the book: "...When the U.S. Navy sends their elite, they send the SEALs. When the SEALs send their elite, they send SEAL Team Six, the navy's equivalent to the army's Delta Force—tasked with counterterrorism and counterinsurgency, occasionally working with the CIA. This is the first time a SEAL Team Six sniper's

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-24988663176310759912011-05-02T23:03:00.003-05:002011-05-08T23:17:52.987-05:00

Article Title: Osama Bin Laden Killed In Daring Special Forces Raid Snippet of Article: "...This weekend a lightning raid was performed on Bin Laden’s compound on the outskirts of Abbottabad by American Special Forces operatives. It is rumoured that 24 members of the US Navy’s SEAL Team Six ..."Article Source: www.whichwaytopayaustralia.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-61412966566917888622011-04-27T01:30:00.000-05:002011-04-27T01:30:19.941-05:00

Article Title: Career development for military veterans Snippet of Article: "... Luckily, there are more job search resources available for veterans than ever before -- from websites to books to specially trained counselors...."Article Source: www.ajc.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-3043914964636659142011-04-26T10:53:00.000-05:002011-04-26T10:53:18.641-05:00

Article Title: Veteran fights VA over Agent Orange coverage Snippet of Article: "...Sipala served at a communications base in Okinawa, Japan in 1970. There, he sprayed weeds around the base with Agent Orange. The VA recognizes 7 countries outside of the U.S. and Vietnam as places were Agent Orange was stored or tested. Japan is not one of them. ..."Article Source: www.wect.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-69904056312219020602011-04-26T10:43:00.000-05:002011-04-26T10:43:52.771-05:00

Article Title: Skinner Autoplex steps in to replace vet's burned car Snippet of Article: "...But the disabled veteran, who regularly travels to see his doctor in White City, will get a new car, thanks to Skinner Autoplex in Medford. "I couldn't believe it, to be honest with you," said the 55-year-old Silicani of Medford. ..."Article Source: www.mailtribune.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-72488791645179673922011-04-20T10:29:00.001-05:002011-04-20T10:30:19.855-05:00

Article Title: Veterans Interest Rate Reduction Refinancing LoanSnippet of Article: "...IRRRL stands for Interest Rate Reduction Refinancing Loan. You may see it referred to as a "Streamline" or a "VA to VA." Except when refinancing an existing VA guaranteed adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) to a fixed rate, it must result in a lower interest rate. When refinancing from an existing VA ARM loan

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-28068022172533418542011-04-17T11:13:00.000-05:002011-04-17T11:13:27.433-05:00

Article Title: Troops can get more medical info online via expanded Blue Button Snippet of Article: "...A new feature on TRICARE Online at www.tricareonline.com now allows users access to expanded personal health data, including lab results, patient history and diagnoses, and provider visits. The Blue Button was fielded by TRICARE and was made generally available by other federal health care

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-23941671278354904712011-04-17T10:25:00.000-05:002011-04-17T10:25:56.686-05:00

Article Title: Army researchers start ricin vaccine trialSnippet of Article: "...U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) is starting a Phase I trial of a new vaccine to protect against ricin...."Article Source: www.fiercevaccines.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-9352833464909830192011-04-16T10:18:00.000-05:002011-04-16T10:18:03.980-05:00

Article Title: GOP budget czar eyes axing health care for 1.3 million veterans Snippet of Article: "...he House Budget Committee, chaired by Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., has told a veterans’ group it is studying a plan to save $6 billion annually in VA health care costs by canceling enrollment of any veteran who doesn’t have a service-related medical condition and who is not poor. ..."Article Source

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Article Title: Thieves steal Mesa veteran's SUV with dog trapped inside Snippet of Article: "...Lorimer, 72, and a U.S. Navy Veteran and retired plumber, said he stopped at the station to get a cup of coffee and left the key in the ignition with the car running. He said he had his "clicker" in his hand and locked the doors, but didn't realize the driver side door did not lock with the engine

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-82662083087314186272011-04-16T10:10:00.000-05:002011-04-16T10:10:11.176-05:00

Article Title: Jim Moran's caustic exchange with military vetSnippet of Article: "...Moran continued by talking about the rules of Congress, and then he accused the questioner of making "caustic" comments and when the commenter objected by saying he took exception to having his comments called caustic, Moran shot back, telling him he had his chance to talk so now he could "sit down" or "leave.

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-87793872481989588732011-04-12T09:32:00.000-05:002011-04-12T09:32:18.110-05:00

Article Title: Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges US Navy Veterans Or Individuals Dealing With Mesothelioma Diagnosis To Not Wait Too Long Before Getting Help Snippet of Article: "...The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "No group or organization offers anything close to our free services, when it comes helping a victim of mesothelioma cancer, or their family members. Our goal is to instantly

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-30534531804417810452011-04-07T11:13:00.000-05:002011-04-07T11:13:53.320-05:00

Article Title: Backlog buries veterans' claims Snippet of Article: "...The number of claims that take more than 125 days to decide has gone from 200,000 a year ago to 450,000 today, according to administration budget documents. ..."Article Source: www.usatoday.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-17069858304482848962011-03-31T22:25:00.000-05:002011-03-31T22:25:34.721-05:00

Article Title: Requesting Veterans' Service Records Snippet of Article: "...Request records online with eVetRecs, Other Methods to Obtain Military Service Records, What's available online?, Locate older (pre-WW I) military service records, Using military records for genealogical research, Other military and veterans records, replace lost or damaged medals and awards ..."Article Source:

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-71939357570947322722011-03-31T22:13:00.000-05:002011-03-31T22:13:11.221-05:00

Article Title: Vet on death bed ejected by Hampton VA Snippet of Article: "...VA policy requiring that end-of-life care be provided when veterans and their families ask for it. ..."Article Source: hamptonroads.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-80226552269902530692011-03-29T17:25:00.000-05:002011-03-29T17:25:27.143-05:00

Article Title: Where to Turn if Shutdown Happens Snippet of Article: "...if the Fed does shut­down there are branch spe­cific finan­cial relief resources mil­i­tary ser­vice­mem­bers can turn to for tem­po­rary finan­cial assis­tance. ..."Article Source: military.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-85303686230962432972011-03-27T23:02:00.000-05:002011-03-27T23:02:01.419-05:00

Article Title: Facebook Posts Indicate Vet Was Having Tough Time Snippet of Article: "...Glendale police officer shooting to death an Army veteran who opened fire on her early Saturday morning. ..."Article Source: www.myfoxphoenix.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-76251174305442389802011-03-20T22:33:00.000-05:002011-03-20T22:33:17.959-05:00

Article Title: Wounded Warriors program finds veterans positions within the federal government Snippet of Article: "...After speaking with a representative with the Wounded Warriors expedited referral process in December 2010, however, Perry was offered a job at APG in just a few weeks. ..."Article Source: www.washingtonpost.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-15221285068026114372011-03-16T12:37:00.000-05:002011-03-16T12:37:34.075-05:00

Article Title: Draft Memo Outlines DoD Shutdown Plans Snippet of Article: "...If the U.S. federal government shuts down, all military personnel would be required to continue working without pay, according to the memo. The military would continue to operate in Afghanistan, and troops would continue to prepare for deployment. But many civilian DoD employees could be furloughed. ..."Article

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Article Title: Federal agencies learn benefits of hiring wounded veterans Snippet of Article: "..."As a federal agency, you may have a position open for a GS-11, that requires X amount of skills," he said. "So it may be likely that, certainly not unusual that, a veteran may not have all those qualifications coming in as GS-11. What if we downgrade the position to GS-9 with certain skills --

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-86100386568729429732011-03-01T10:49:00.000-06:002011-03-01T10:49:22.644-06:00

Article Title: Court says veteran can appeal missed deadline Snippet of Article: "...Henderson's husband was discharged from the armed forces in 1952 after being diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. He asked the Veterans Affairs Department for home care in 2001 and was denied. ..."Article Source: www.washingtonpost.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-28422290215783021872011-02-13T11:04:00.000-06:002011-02-13T11:04:54.589-06:00

Article Title: Federal jobs still available; diversity sought Snippet of Article: "...President Obama signed Executive Order 13518, Employment of Veterans in the Federal Government. The order established the Veterans Employment ..."Article Source: www.washingtonpost.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-66675138955529472822011-02-12T18:52:00.000-06:002011-02-12T18:52:22.949-06:00

Article Title: Bachmann backs off pay cuts for disabled vets Snippet of Article: "...her list of ways to cut $400 billion from the federal budget no longer includes a proposal that would have reduced disability compensation by the amount received in Social Security Disability Income for the 153,000 severely disabled and unemployed veterans eligible for both benefits. ..."Article Source:

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-55133123088109162292011-01-29T09:15:00.000-06:002011-01-29T09:15:03.811-06:00

Article Title: Bachmann plan would cut veterans benefitsSnippet of Article: "...Bachmann’s idea of cutting costs by reducing veterans’ disability compensation by the amount received in Social Security Disability Income is not new. The proposal, which would affect more than 150,000 veterans, has long been on a list of possible budget options prepared by the Congressional Budget Office ..."

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-85070108080856441512011-01-27T09:57:00.000-06:002011-01-27T09:57:05.664-06:00

Article Title: IHireVeterans.com Launches Online Resources Directory For US Military VeteransSnippet of Article: "...IHireVeterans.com, the premier job site for veterans, returning military and their families, has launched a new veterans services directory to help our service members connect with veterans resources. The veteran’s resources directory can be found at http://www.IHireveterans.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-87862495284513291702011-01-22T08:30:00.000-06:002011-01-22T08:30:35.635-06:00

Article Title: Veterans in Congress at lowest level since World War IISnippet of Article: "...Only 20% of the 535 members of the new Congress have served in the military, 25 from the Senate and 90 from the House of Representatives. ..."Article Source: www.cnn.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-30953203472919203472011-01-19T00:30:00.000-06:002011-01-19T00:30:29.192-06:00

Article Title: San Diego-based Sailor Missing At SeaSnippet of Article: "... A sailor aboard a San Diego-based guided-missile destroyer was reported missing at sea Tuesday in the Gulf of Oman. ..."Article Source: www.sandiego6.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-41504361039947089332011-01-19T00:25:00.000-06:002011-01-19T00:25:41.859-06:00

Article Title: N.J. authorities investigate slain U.S. Army veteran found inside trunk of carSnippet of Article: "... authorities said, one of the cars, a gray Buick sedan, came to a stop. As officers arrested the occupants, they made a grisly discovery...."Article Source: www.nj.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-53017232580609022592011-01-14T22:30:00.000-06:002011-01-14T22:30:36.829-06:00

Article Title: Governor announces veterans legislationSnippet of Article: "... Governor Bob McDonnell announced today his legislation to continue his effort to make Virginia the most veteran-friendly state in America...."Article Source: www.wpcva.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-5207796660399795182011-01-07T10:01:00.000-06:002011-01-07T10:01:13.869-06:00

Article Title: Share your story with 'Real Combat Life'Snippet of Article: "... Writing your thoughts down has long been a method for individuals to help deal with stress. Military members have the most stressful job in the world and it is important that we do not ignore those signs within us. Sharing your story may not help heal all the pain we have inside but it helps you know that your

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-69353749768791675112011-01-07T09:23:00.000-06:002011-01-07T09:23:02.450-06:00

Article Title: Unclaimed veterans get full military burialsSnippet of Article: "... The burials are the result of several groups coming together. Dignity Memorial, a national network of funeral homes, will donate coffins and transportation as part of its program to recover veterans' bodies before they end up among the unknown in burial grounds for the indigent. ..."Article Source:

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-69756603091010581242011-01-04T17:55:00.000-06:002011-01-04T17:55:43.433-06:00

Article Title: Swamp Patrol by MSG Mike McElmeel (R)Snippet of Article: "... In 1988 I was attending the U.S. Army Ranger school having progressed through City week and the Mountain phase I was now located at Eglin AFB Florida for what was called “Jungle Phase.” It really should have been called “swamp” phase in my opinion since we..."Article Source: www.realcombatlife.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-544905122694302872011-01-04T17:45:00.000-06:002011-01-04T17:45:34.820-06:00

Article Title: Death of US military expert ruled homicideSnippet of Article: "... Wheeler worked as an aide in the Reagan and both Bush administrations. He also chaired the committee that raised funds for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial...."Article Source: abclocal.go.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-24536190764507327212011-01-03T22:36:00.000-06:002011-01-03T22:36:02.772-06:00

Article Title: Military service raises issues for vetsSnippet of Article: "... If a reduction in military enlistments occurs because of the repeal of "don't ask, don't tell," some sort of mandatory military service for our nation's youth and the Selective Service System (the draft) may be reactivated...."Article Source: www.newsday.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-48224126111075226002010-12-24T00:09:00.000-06:002010-12-24T00:09:41.404-06:00

Article Title: Patriot Guard RidersSnippet of Article: "...The Patriot Guard Riders is a diverse amalgamation of riders from across the nation. We have one thing in common besides motorcycles. We have an unwavering respect for those who risk their very lives for America’s freedom and security. If you share this respect, please join us. We don’t care what you ride or if you ride, what your

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-89375791209513598532010-12-23T12:30:00.000-06:002010-12-23T12:30:40.845-06:00

Article Title: Federal Government Military Veteran Job OpportunitiesSnippet of Article: "...The Federal Government has a long and outstanding record of employing veterans. There are laws providing Veterans' preference and special appointing authorities for veterans, as well as the fact that agencies recognize that hiring veterans is just good business. Federal service provides a means for

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-54612193545778457482010-12-22T11:05:00.000-06:002010-12-22T11:05:28.168-06:00

Article Title: America's War Veterans: PTSD and its CureSnippet of Article: "... Instead of the increasing number of war veterans being perpetually trapped in PTSD and seeking palliatives to assuage their guilty conscience, 'VA says PTSD claims up 125%' Veterans Today, December 18, 2010, undertaking principled moral acts with discipline to safeguard the decent peoples in their own nation,..."

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-48752908564307251962010-12-22T10:52:00.000-06:002010-12-22T10:52:50.657-06:00

Article Title: Operation Santa Claus Cheers Wounded Warriors Snippet of Article: "... As part of the APWU’s annual Operation Santa Claus, union officers and staff stopped by the Walter Reed Army Medical Center (WRAMC) and the Mologne House on Dec. 15 to spread holiday cheer to wounded U.S. service members. During the visit, more than 450 packages containing DVDs, puzzle books, stationary,

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-38752353335759353632010-12-22T10:32:00.000-06:002010-12-22T10:32:04.956-06:00

Article Title: MN veteran launches website to help veterans with PTSDSnippet of Article: "... To help cope, Nelson started a website, www.realcombatlife.com, the public equivalent of a personal blog to blow off steam, and help others understand what members of the military experience in a combat zone and how it impacts their lives. ..."Article Source: www.kare11.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-84774672381503462812010-12-22T10:22:00.000-06:002010-12-22T10:22:28.492-06:00

Article Title: New Law May Bring New Benefits to VeteransSnippet of Article: "...The Veterans' Benefits Act of 2010 law this fall. House Veterans' Affairs Committee Chairman Bob Filner said, "This bill will make a big difference in the lives of many of America's brave veterans." ..."Article Source: www.24-7pressrelease.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-70880075499121452512010-12-22T10:18:00.000-06:002010-12-22T10:18:35.499-06:00

Article Title: Yale Helps Two Veterans Groups File Lawsuits Against Federal AgenciesSnippet of Article: "... Just two days apart, Yale Law students in the school’s new Veterans Legal Services Clinic filed two major lawsuits against the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense...."Article Source: www.newhavenadvocate.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-2156632773834677992010-12-22T10:13:00.000-06:002010-12-22T10:13:11.329-06:00

Article Title: Veterans Workshop Unlocks Job Search MysterySnippet of Article: "...“Cracking the Federal Code,” a session which focused on the details of applying for federal positions. Navigating usajobs.com, writing an effective federal resume, and what an applicant can expect while going through the federal application process were some main topics addressed during her lecture. ..."Article

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-35043775246390939492010-12-20T22:21:00.000-06:002010-12-20T22:21:48.236-06:00

Article Title: Veterans get needed overcoming career obstaclesSnippet of Article: "...Two million veterans who have served since Sept. 11, 2001, are in the labor force. Ten percent are unemployed, a slightly higher jobless rate than for the general population, according to the Labor Department. ..."Article Source: www.usatoday.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-31901828857836558892010-12-16T13:53:00.000-06:002010-12-16T13:53:23.297-06:00

Article Title: Vietnam Veterans of America sues for wrongfully dischargedSnippet of Article: "... VA mental health professionals say that if someone experiences adjustment issues due to combat stress for three months, the diagnosis should be changed to PTSD. Service members discharged because their PTSD interferes with their ability to perform their jobs automatically receive a disability

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-91412434670524608742010-12-16T01:10:00.000-06:002010-12-16T01:10:15.387-06:00

Article Title: Women Veterans Sue Pentagon For Information on Military RapeSnippet of Article: "... the story gets worse: 37 percent of military rape victims experience multiple rapes, and 14 percent experience gang rape." ..."Article Source: www.courthousenews.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-87525636442717670892010-12-08T23:26:00.000-06:002010-12-08T23:26:15.746-06:00

Article Title: Kilili: Republicans Block $250 COLA Check Veterans, SeniorsSnippet of Article: "...blocking a little bit of help – $250 – for seniors and for men and women who risked their lives for our country, and at the same time Republicans are demanding a $700 billion tax break for the wealthy, millionaires and billionaires,” said Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan after the vote..

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-38981907210574353492010-12-06T10:35:00.000-06:002010-12-06T10:35:40.256-06:00

Article Title: Study: Soldiers use extreme methods to meet military weight rulesSnippet of Article: "... Health experts say the number of soldiers using extreme weight-loss methods may closely resemble results of a recent study by two officers attending the Naval Post Graduate School. ..."Article Source: www.usatoday.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-59408652296367518842010-12-03T12:17:00.001-06:002010-12-03T12:18:51.183-06:00

Article Title: How to Request Military Service Records or Prove Military ServiceSnippet of Article: "...Military personnel records can be used for proving military service, or as a valuable tool in genealogical research. Most veterans and their next-of-kin can obtain free copies of their DD Form 214 (Report of Separation) and other military and medical records several ways ..." NPRC Mailing

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-47661908194441601862010-12-03T12:11:00.000-06:002010-12-03T12:11:17.608-06:00

Article Title: Family angered by military honors for convicted murdererSnippet of Article: "... KALAMAZOO COUNTY, Mich. (NEWSCHANNEL 3) – When a veteran dies, we salute them by burying them with full military honors. It's a show of respect and appreciation for their service and sacrifice. ..."Article Source: www.wwmt.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-37006323297459015782010-12-03T00:11:00.001-06:002010-12-03T00:13:11.622-06:00

Article Title: Why are so many women soldiers committing suicide?Snippet of Article: "...According to a December 1, 2010 study, the suicide rate among young women veterans more than twice that of men. ..."Article Source: www.examiner.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-8775821126651584532010-12-02T01:25:00.000-06:002010-12-02T01:25:23.181-06:00

Article Title: Agent Orange: Ischemic Heart Disease Snippet of Article: "...Veterans with ischemic heart disease who were exposed to Agent Orange or other herbicides during military service may be eligible for Disability compensation benefits, Agent Orange registry health examination, Fast Track Claims Processing, and Health care benefits. ..."Article Source: http://www.publichealth.va.gov/

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-79676348521868275562010-12-02T01:04:00.000-06:002010-12-02T01:04:40.693-06:00

Article Title: Marine Veterans Stationed at Camp Lejeune - Register for Drinking Water NotificationsSnippet of Article: "... If you were stationed or worked at Camp Lejeune before 1987, you may have been exposed to dangerous contaminants in the drinking water supply. To register for water testing notifications, read about previous studies and receive more information, visit the Camp Lejeune

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-5600376145596620942010-11-30T01:15:00.000-06:002010-11-30T01:15:20.089-06:00

Article Title: State to pay family $250K in Pa. veteran's death Snippet of Article: "... The family of a retired Philadelphia dementia patient who froze to death after wandering away from a veterans home has settled a wrongful death lawsuit against the state. ..."Article Source: www.ldnews.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-55633189086366695852010-11-19T21:18:00.000-06:002010-11-19T21:18:51.796-06:00

Article Title: V.A. Blog: VAntage Point Snippet from the V.A.: "...At VAntage Point, the official blog of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, that same old way of communicating (or not communicating) goes out the window. Here, VA employees will provide Veterans with a wealth of information. We will talk about things you might not have been aware of and we’ll break down and explain

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-26214081951109185032010-11-15T00:16:00.000-06:002010-11-15T00:16:14.664-06:00

Article Title: Is Congressman Darrell Issa Targeting Veterans?Snippet of Article: "... If he is going to “cut 200,000 USPS workers”, as he has stated to the (Heritage) Foundation, Does he have something against Veterans having good jobs?” -..."Article Source: www.veteranstoday.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-27077809820219775382010-11-12T09:15:00.000-06:002010-11-12T09:15:30.776-06:00

Article Title: Social Security, Veterans and The Heart ActSnippet of Article: "... we honor our Nation’s veterans for their service to America. What better time than now to tell you about the many benefits and the wealth of information Social Security has available for veterans and military personnel...."Article Source: stltoday.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-64698059499364025042010-11-11T19:21:00.000-06:002010-11-11T19:21:31.773-06:00

Article Title: Veterans DaySnippet of Article: "...an annual United States holiday honoring military veterans. A federal holiday, it is observed on November 11. It is also celebrated as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day in other parts of the world, falling on November 11, the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. (Major hostilities of World War I were formally

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-72466551464957845972010-11-08T10:41:00.000-06:002010-11-08T10:41:00.470-06:00

Article Title: Rand Paul pushes budget cuts for Social Security, Medicare and defenseSnippet of Article: "... Social Security, Medicare and defense should also be "on the table." "You have to look at entitlements," he said...."Article Source: www.nydailynews.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-3210240340879721492010-11-06T23:38:00.000-05:002010-11-06T23:38:00.106-05:00

Article Title: AFGE Applauds MSPB Ruling Against Federal Career Intern Program Snippet of Article: "...The American Federation of Government Employees today applauded the Merit Systems Protection Board's ruling that the Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP) violates competitive hiring and veterans preference rules under Title 5. ..."Article Source: Federal Employee News

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-46872330336616068862010-11-05T13:23:00.000-05:002010-11-05T13:23:55.660-05:00

Article Title: Applebee's to honor veterans with meal deals, and on FacebookSnippet of Article: "... According to the company's website , current military members and veterans can choose from seven meals at no cost, including house sirloins, chicken tenders, salad and others. Drinks are not included...."Article Source: www.abc15.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-18360003776973381352010-10-15T05:40:00.001-05:002010-10-15T05:41:47.480-05:00

Article Title: Obama - 'Don't ask, don't tell' ending on his watchSnippet of Article: "...President Barack Obama says the military's ban on gays serving openly in the military will end on his watch. ..."Article Source: www.washingtonpost.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-60319709947691710152010-10-10T11:21:00.000-05:002010-10-10T11:21:04.425-05:00

Article Title: Are COLA rates going up for disabled vets?Snippet of Article: "... Someone is circulating a fake piece of legislation that purports whopping increases disabled veterans’ compensation effective Dec. 1. Unfortunately, it’s all a lie. There is no increase in compensation. And disabled veterans should not expect a cost of living adjustment increase next year either...."Article

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-25723679330735716212010-10-03T11:05:00.000-05:002010-10-03T11:05:30.742-05:00

Article Title: S.1963 - Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010Snippet of Article: "... Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish a program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers of any veteran who: ..."Article Source: www.opencongress.org

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-12417445215249839202010-10-03T10:57:00.000-05:002010-10-03T10:57:28.024-05:00

Article Title: New court aims to help veterans avoid jail time Snippet of Article: "... "Your country can ... ask you to put your life on hold or at risk. People being asked to make that sacrifice should have that commitment and sacrifice extended to them."..."Article Source: www.necn.com

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-35266830684338772472010-09-19T08:15:00.000-05:002010-09-19T08:15:35.841-05:00

Article Title: Hiring More Veterans to Keep Serving AmericaSnippet of Article: "... The initial numbers are very good, but we're just getting started. At yesterday's Council meeting, we set new goals for hiring more veterans, including hiring disabled veterans. The unemployment rate for veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan is unacceptable, and we're doing something about it. We're

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-81983700180009896722010-08-23T11:10:00.000-05:002010-08-23T11:10:39.437-05:00

Article Title: G.I. Jobs magazine designates Penn State a Military Friendly SchoolSnippet of Article: "... G.I. Jobs magazine has named Penn State a Military Friendly School for 2011. It is the second time the publication based in Pittsburgh, Pa., has recognized the University’s initiatives to help military servicemembers and veterans pursue an education through World Campus, the University’s

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-44414243402853705582010-08-16T10:19:00.000-05:002010-08-16T10:19:03.730-05:00

Article Title: Veterans disability claims to move faster with new technologySnippet of Article: "...U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) today announced that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will make Providence the first Regional VA office in the nation to install a new Veterans Benefit Management System (VBMS) according to a press release issued Thursday. ..."Article Source:

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-31313106927570072742010-08-10T10:38:00.000-05:002010-08-10T10:38:17.324-05:00

Article Title: Harley-Davidson Foundation Presents $1 Million Grant to Disabled American VeteransSnippet of Article: "... Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) yesterday announced the awarding of a second $1 million grant from the Harley-Davidson Foundation, Inc. to the non-profit organization, the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Harley-Davidson's relationship with the DAV dates to 2006, when

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-90707226897243572162010-08-06T20:57:00.000-05:002010-08-06T20:57:35.540-05:00

Article Title: 1,100 colleges join Veterans Affairs' reduced-tuition program for studentsSnippet of Article: "...VA officials said the agency has stepped up its efforts to advertise the program to returning veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan and to college admissions staffs. The agency has hired hundreds of claims processors to administer the bill, which had a rocky start ..."Article Source:

.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4169191978015926010.post-53308033842500691062010-07-29T00:43:00.000-05:002010-07-29T00:43:57.352-05:00

Article Title: Huntsville Alabama EmploymentSnippet of Article: "...Good link for employment in the Huntsville, Alabama ..."Article Source: aviationemployment.rocket-city.us

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