What troops need to know about spouse and family support in 2025
Military families have many of the same needs as civilians, but some are exacerbated by frequent moves and deployments that come with the job.
By Karen Jowers
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Disabled vets continue to struggle finding post-military employment
The latest survey by Wounded Warrior Project shows a higher unemployment rate for disabled veterans than their civilian peers.
DOD looking for more companies to hire military spouses for program
The vast majority of spouses in the pilot program are getting job offers, but spouses are waiting for fellowships.
By Karen Jowers
More military spouses eligible for $4,000 tuition aid scholarship
All enlisted spouses now eligible for the popular scholarship program.
By Karen Jowers
In first, F-35s land on Finnish highway to drill for future wars
The agile combat employment concept aims to disperse Air Force bases, making it impossible for adversaries to take them out with a single missile barrage.
The best employment search resources for military spouses
Though the military spouse unemployment rate has stubbornly remained over 20% for more than a decade, new resources designed to help are added every year.
By Karen Jowers
Combat tours don’t cause permanent readjustment issues for vets: Study
A 20-year study of more than 2,000 Swedish service members found no long-term obstacles to them finding work and succeeding after serving in war zones.
US Air Force eyes missile defense for dispersed bases in China fight
The Air Force plans to spread out forces during a fight with China, and Gen. David Allvin wants to do more to defend dispersed bases from missile attacks.
Opportunities for veterans are abundant in skilled trades
America has a trade career problem — and veterans can help solve it.
By Dave Lubach
For stealth bomber pilots, a new test in agility
Two B-2 Spirit pilots from the 393rd Bomb Squadron last week completed a "cold-pit" refueling mission without the help of maintainers.
Feds allege school district barred reservist from resuming his job
DOJ officials alleged Wednesday that Oklahoma City schools are violating federal law by refusing to let an Air Force reservist return to teaching.
By Karen Jowers
Pentagon to expand paid fellowship program for military spouses
The Military Spouse Career Accelerator Pilot will now provide entry-level jobs for those looking to "put their foot in the door," a defense official said.
By Karen Jowers