DODEA schools offering free or reduced meals amid shutdown Eligibility continues as long as the household income qualifies under the USDA thresholds.By Karen Jowers12 days ago
Shutdown causes turmoil for some military families’ food assistanceIn the most recent DOD survey of active-duty military spouses, about 7% said they were using WIC benefits and 1% said they were using SNAP.By Karen Jowers3 weeks ago
Thousands of vets saddled with false criminal histories, lawsuit saysA Texas mom and National Guard member is suing the Army to clear her name — and upend the military justice system, The War Horse reports. By Rachel Fobar, The War Horse3 weeks ago
Army to downplay bonuses, ramp up job flexibility in retention effortsArmy officials said the service is trying to adapt to the priorities of a younger generation.By Hope Hodge Seck4 weeks ago
More reservists will be eligible for Army Emergency Relief, CEO saysThe financial aid nonprofit will expand eligibility in January, the nonprofit’s CEO announced Tuesday.By Karen Jowers5 weeks ago
Here’s what’s new in soldier gear in 2025 and beyondFrom body armor to loitering munitions, the center for all things soldier gear is upgrading and fielding new equipment to troops.By Todd South, Beth Sullivan and J.D. Simkins5 weeks ago