DESTIN, Fla., /Christian Newswire/ — L.C. (Larry) Fowler, a graduate of Basic Underwater Demolition SEAL (BUD/S) Class ’89, an invited guest at the White House, has trained along with Christian personnel across the globe, including Pakistan, Indonesia, and China. He argues that to follow Christ today requires Navy SEAL training like toughness. That opinion seems […]
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For Now, US Troops Won’t Be Required to Get New COVID-19 Vaccine
Once the FDA gives the go ahead and issues an emergency authorization for the coronavirus vaccine, troops will not be required to take it — for now. The Department of Defense confirmed the news, saying it will remain voluntary as long as it doesn’t have official approval from the FDA. “It is expected that these […]
2021 Military Pay Raise Is Kept by Senate Committee
The Senate Appropriations Committee came out with their version of next year’s defense funding bill, and it contains a military pay raise of 3%. New pay rates, once the defense budget is passed, take effect on January 1, 2021. And the new rates would first be reflected on paychecks issued on January 15, 2021. IMPORTANT: […]
These 3 Cities Have Been Declared Best for Veterans
There are more than 19.5 million veterans currently living in America, according to the Veterans Association. Where you live can greatly impact your access to solid employment, healthcare, and a good quality of life. A new report has just been released that analyzed what the best U.S. cities are for veterans to live in. BREAKING: […]
Military Retirees and Families Are Getting an Extension on ID Card Renewals
Military families and retirees will now be able to access benefits through June 2021 using ID cards that expired this year. The extension was issued in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Big News: New law REMOVES VA home loan limit for veterans! Confirm eligibility for payment adjustment in 60-seconds. Generally, people would be required to […]
Tricare to Cover Some Experimental Drugs for COVID-19
The Department of Defense has decided to go against its typical restrictions against experimental medications, and has announced Tricare will help cover investigational drugs to treat the coronavirus. Depending on which Tricare plan you are on, they will cover or partially cover experimental COVID-19 treatments. But in order for them to cover the treatment it […]
2020 Veterans Day Free Meals and Restaurant Deals and Discounts
Even if you are celebrating Veterans Day differently than you typically would this year due to the coronavirus, there are still some special discounts waiting for you. Obviously Veterans Day isn’t just about saving money, but it’s one way businesses like to show they are appreciative of those that served our country. Below you’ll find […]
Veterans and Gold Star Families Now Get Free Lifetime Admission to All National Parks
Beginning on November 11, veterans and Gold Star families will be granted free lifetime access to national parks, wildlife refuges and other federal lands. The new policy announced by the Department of the Interior will waive both entrance and day use recreation fees. Many popular destinations, such as the Grand Canyon National Park and Yellowstone […]
Military Retirees: You Now Have to Pay for Tricare Select or You’ll Lose Coverage in January
Are you a Military retiree or family member enrolled in Tricare Select? Pay attention to this. There is a new monthly premium going into effect come January 2021, and you will be required to pay it in order to keep your insurance coverage. The new fees come from a little known provision in the 2017 […]
Here’s Your 2021 Military Retiree and VA Disability Pay Raise
Beginning in 2021, military retirees and VA beneficiaries will see an increase in their checks. How much exactly? You can expect for your monthly checks to increase 1.3%. That number is a bit less than the 1.6% increase from last year, however if you look over the course of the past 10 years the number […]