JULY 20, 2021 - The Defense Department wants to make sure its veterans know they can apply to correct inaccuracies or injustices in their military records, including an upgrade in discharge, officials for the DOD's legal policy office said. "Veterans who believe they have suffered an inequity or injustice warranting a correction to their service record or who believe their … [Read more...]
Expanded Child Care Options Provide Relief For Parents
JULY 19, 2021 - Life in the military provides unique challenges for parents compared to their civilian counterparts as at times, families are separated for extended periods. To help alleviate stress during these difficult times, the military provides free childcare for military families, and offset associated costs in the absence of extended family members who may otherwise … [Read more...]
Professional Development Guide For Military Spouses
JULY 13, 2021 - At some point in your career, you’ve likely felt like there was room for you to grow, but the idea of pursuing further education or professional development was sidelined by family and personal responsibilities. Factor in the unique struggle’s military spouses face daily, like permanent changes of station or managing your household while your partner is away on … [Read more...]
Deadline For REAL IDs Set For 2023, Military IDs Still Accepted
JUNE 1, 2021 – Following an extension due to the pandemic, enforcement of the REAL ID program is set to begin May 3, 2023. However, state officials say all Department of Defense-issued identification cards -- to include military IDs -- will be accepted even after that date. REAL IDs are a new version of state-issued identification cards, such as driver’s licenses, that will … [Read more...]
Ransomware: A Virtual Hostage Situation
FEBRARUY 17, 2021 – The U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command’s Major Cybercrime Unit (MCU) is warning the Army community about an increase in ransomware attacks. According to Edward LaBarge, director of CID’s Major Cybercrime Unit, there was a rise in ransomware cyberattacks in 2020 and the trend is expected to continue this year. Ransomware is a type of malicious … [Read more...]