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Pentagon can boost pay for separated families to $400 — but hasn’t
Despite Congress authorizing the increase, the Pentagon is treating it as optional amid an ongoing compensation study.
Veteran’s daughter discovers World War II history
After Dad died, I cleaned out the garage. That’s when I saw the rusty metal box.
By Lisa Torem
A Decade Later Allen Family Gives Thanks
A decade after her husband was severely injured during his deployment to Afghanistan, Jessica Allen reflects on the decisions she says made her family more resilient.
Military families share the sacrifice of service
Military Family Appreciation Month is a time to reflect on the lives that many families dedicate in service to our country.
By Kate Williams
No Afghan family members of U.S. troops have been eligible to come to the U.S. Here’s why
Dozens of family members would like to leave Afghanistan, but there isn't a special emigration process for them.
Bidens serve Thanksgiving meal to service members, families at Fort Bragg
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden helped serve Thanksgiving dinner to service members and their families at Fort Bragg.
By Rachael Riley, The Fayetteville Observer
Empowering military families through family-building choices
Medical consequences arise when patients cannot afford access to safe family-building options.
By Roger Shedlin
‘Dozens’ of troops’ family members still in Afghanistan, Pentagon estimates
Troops with family members still in the country can notify the Pentagon to help coordinate their escape.
VA Secretary pledges improved support for caregivers
His comments came as major changes for the department's caregiver programs loom.
First lady says more money needed to fight hunger in military families
The House version of the defense policy bill would create a “basic needs allowance” to supplement troops with a household income of less than 130 percent of the federal poverty line.
By Karen Jowers