Special Forces soldiers in NW Florida still awaiting child care centerA decision on whether Special Forces families will get a child development center at Camp "Bull" Simons, Florida, may arrive in the coming weeks.By Karen Jowers4 weeks ago
Higher enlisted pay, full housing stipends included in new House planA new military quality of life improvement plan would include targeted pay increases for young troops and bigger housing stipends for families.By Leo Shane III5 weeks ago
Child care debate at Camp Bull Simons continues as families struggleChildren's safety is a big concern, Air Force general says.By Karen Jowers12 months ago
Child sex abuse brings life sentence for former DoD elementary teacherThe incidents happened between 2006 and 2010. Stefan Zappey was named teacher of the year for his district in 2007.By Karen Jowers13 months ago
What’s great about being military kids, from two Marine dadsTwo retired Marines recognize the sacrifices their children made while they were serving to mark the Month of the Military Child.By Kevin Schmiegel and Paul Cucinotta13 months ago
Troops can now take two weeks of leave after death of spouse or childThe policy creates a new type of leave specifically for bereavement.By Meghann Myers14 months ago
DoD to offer tax-saving child care accounts, other benefits for troopsDefense officials have announced measures to address family needs in child care, parental leave, education and career advancement for military spouses.By Karen Jowers14 months ago
Troops would see biggest pay raise since 2002 under Biden budget planThe big pay boost is part of a $842 billion Defense Department spending plan unveiled by the White House on Thursday.By Meghann Myers and Leo Shane III15 months ago
New report quantifies ‘considerable’ pandemic impact on Army spousesMore than 80% of Army children dealt with child care changes.By Karen Jowers16 months ago
Congress approves construction of 14 more military child care centersCongress wants to provide more child care for troops, but it will take time.By Karen Jowers17 months ago
TL;DR: Simpler job ads, pay incentives lift hiring at VAThe department is revamping employment policies to better recruit and retain talent.By Leo Shane III19 months ago
US cuts military funding to 7 countries for use of child soldiersIt has become common practice for waivers to be granted in the name of supporting U.S. national security interests.By Rachel Nostrant19 months ago