Sponsored Content The blended retirement system: keys to your decision The Department of Defense is introducing a new system to help servicemembers save for retirement in January 2018. Simply put, the Blended Retirement System (BRS) is a combination of the legacy retirement system (income for life) and defined contributions to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). September 8
Elmo, Cookie Monster heading for Europe for ninth year of performing for military kids The two-month tour begins in Italy on Sept. 11. By: Karen Jowers September 5
Disaster prep: From finances to evacuation plans, how military families can stay ready Tips to keep you, and your bank account, safe when trouble arises. By: Karen Jowers September 5
Drones, disaster teams helping address Hurricane Harvey insurance claims Military insurers outline the next steps for customers facing disaster-related damage. By: Karen Jowers September 1
DoD family panel wants more help for military kids moving to new schools It's one of a series of key issues for the group, including PTSD treatment and spouse employment. By: Karen Jowers August 30
DoD’s one-stop child care portal now available worldwide The system added its last seven installations, all Air Force bases, Aug. 10. By: Karen Jowers August 24
Trump signed the ‘Forever GI Bill.’ Here are 11 things you should know. President Trump has just put his signature on a new law that will bring significant changes to education benefits for service members, veterans and their families. The legislation known as the “Forever GI Bill” garnered strong bipartisan support in Congress, passing unanimously in both the House and Senate. By: Natalie Gross August 16
New Purdue-Kaplan online university gets OK from Indiana officials The (Lafayette) Journal and Courier reports that the commission’s unanimous Thursday vote is the first of three major approvals that Purdue needs to start operating the online university. The online school would stem from Purdue’s recent acquisition of for-profit Kaplan University and is being referred to as “NewU” until an official name is chosen. By: Associated Press, Natalie Gross August 16
Military Spouse Fellowship Program gives family members career options The Military Spouse Fellowship Program offers a free course to earn a certificate as a personal financial adviser. By: Jacob Rogers August 14
Personal tech tutorial: From VR to vacuums, 10 items to know Get tips and recommendations from current and former service members on phone cases and accessories, CAC readers, anti-malware apps and more. By: Kevin Lilley August 10
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