5/15/2012

National Park Service offers servicemembers free annual passes

Saturday is Armed Forces Day, and in honor of the sacrifices they make, servicemembers and their families will have the opportunity to enter every national park in the country for free. read more »

5/14/2012

Air Force husband first man to earn Military Spouse of the Year

Since Military Spouse magazine first started honoring the families of servicemembers with the Military Spouse of the Year award in 2008, every winner has been a woman - until now. read more »

5/11/2012

Michelle Obama welcomes military moms, children to White House

In an event that blended Military Appreciation Month and Mother's Day, Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden welcomed military mothers and wives to the White House on Thursday. read more »

5/11/2012

Economic issues top concerns among military families

Whether it be the struggle of raising a family alone or the stress of worrying about a loved one serving overseas, military families face a number of challenges. read more »

5/10/2012

Mobile app, Facebook initiative hope to ease servicemember transition

Many soldiers struggle to adjust to civilian life after returning from combat, but help may be closer than they thought. read more »

5/9/2012

Massachusetts passes landmark veterans bill

Last week, the Massachusetts Senate passed groundbreaking legislation aimed at providing greater benefits to veterans, active duty soldiers and military families. read more »

5/7/2012

Scammers target military families, veterans around Memorial Day

For most Americans, Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifice of the country's brave servicemen and women, but for some unscrupulous people, it's an opportunity to take advantage of veterans and their families. read more »

4/25/2012

Military spouse launches valuable charity

When Randi Cairns' husband Ian first went to Afghanistan, she lent a hand by shipping donations from local charities overseas, but her charitable efforts did not only help those abroad. read more »

4/23/2012

Woman creates social network for military community

Facebook has helped connect hundreds of millions of people across the globe, but military families looking to find likeminded individuals may not have had resources specific to them. read more »

4/20/2012

Operation Homefront, WSWF offer military wives scholarship opportunity

In an effort to provide more jobs for military wives, Operation Homefront and the Women's Self Worth Foundation recently announced a scholarship program. read more »

4/19/2012

Congress moves toward COLA for disability, survivor benefit

Although cost of living adjustments (COLAs) are automatic for Social Security and military retirement pay, such is not the case for disability and survivor benefits, and some beneficiaries were becoming concerned. read more »

4/17/2012

Military spouses survive decade of war

More than a decade of war has put a strain on military families, but studies have shown that marriages among serving men and women are surprisingly resilient. read more »

4/12/2012

After one year, Michelle Obama looks back at Joining Forces initiative

Michelle Obama launched her Joining Forces initiative around one year ago, and on Wednesday she began a four-state tour to view the strides she has made supporting military families. read more »

4/10/2012

Jacque Francona highlights event aimed at military families

Though most people might know Jacque Francona as the wife of World Series champion manager Terry Francona, she also has a more important role - that of a military mother. read more »

4/5/2012

First lady announces military spouse jobs initiative

Michelle Obama has been committed to supporting military families, and the first lady recently took another step toward making life a bit easier for them. read more »

3/26/2012

Some military families struggle financially

There are many burdens associated with being part of a military family. Long deployments and having to relocate at a moment's notice place a significant strain on relationships, but it turns out the lifestyle may also take its toll on a family's finances as well. read more »

3/23/2012

Iowa woman launches organization to help military families

Molly Gray knows the challenges of being a military spouse better than most. read more »

3/20/2012

Tornado recovery gets assistance from Medal of Honor recipient

Dakota Meyer was given the Medal of Honor in September for his heroism on the battlefield, but the fact that he's back stateside has not stopped him from helping others. read more »

3/19/2012

First lady learns about struggles of military families

Michelle Obama has made helping military families one of her biggest priorities, and she recently traveled to Minnesota to get a firsthand look at what needs to be done. read more »

3/9/2012

Operation Homefront names Military Children of the Year

Life can be difficult for the children of servicemembers, especially if their parent is deployed overseas. read more »

3/7/2012

Military homeowners could receive big pay day

Thousands of soldiers and their families may be in line to receive substantial payouts under a new agreement that would compensate them for being wrongly foreclosed upon. read more »

3/5/2012

Speakers warn military spouses of cuts in benefits

As the defense budget shrinks, many people are aware of the effect it will have on soldiers, but fewer may recognize the hardships that cuts will place on military families. read more »

3/1/2012

Joining Forces teams up with ASTA to create jobs

Michelle Obama has been committed to supporting the country's military families, and she recently announced her latest initiative to create jobs for veterans. read more »

2/22/2012

DoD recognizes Military Saves Week

Military families often face a significant burden, but it can be even more so when financial snags are thrown in the mix. read more »

2/21/2012

Bank partners with Operation Homefront to provide housing

In an effort to provide 100 homes to wounded warriors, veterans and military families in the coming year, JPMorgan Chase teamed up with Operation Homefront to provide the organization with additional support. read more »

2/17/2012

Mentor program helps military children

For the children of deployed soldiers, it may seem like nobody understands what they're going through. read more »

2/2/2012

Congressman fights back against possible BRAC

Earlier this week, the Pentagon hinted that it might ask Congress to approve two more rounds of Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC), but certain legislators have a different take on the matter. read more »

1/26/2012

Panetta expected to request new rounds of BRAC

The Pentagon has to cut about $487 billion from its budget over the next 10 years, and Defense Secretary Leon Panetta suggests doing so through a new round of base closures. read more »

1/23/2012

Military families find big name advocate in Deanie Dempsey

Deanie Dempsey is well-qualified to assist military families. Aside from being the wife of Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, her three children have all served in the military. read more »

1/13/2012

KFC arranges military family's reunion

Given the company's recent actions, it is obvious why KFC's mascot is a colonel. read more »

1/11/2012

Military families contend with "underwater" mortgages

The economy may be slowly improving, but many military families are still facing hardships. In particular, a large number of them have to contend with "underwater" mortgages, or when they owe more than their home is worth. read more »

1/6/2012

Michelle Obama films guest spot on iCarly to support military families

Guest stars are not unusual for television shows but the most recent visitor to the Nickelodeon series iCarly was someone a bit different. read more »

1/5/2012

Military families sense disconnect from public

While there may be a general sense of gratitude and appreciation for the sacrifices made by military families, a growing number of those who have lost loved ones overseas feel a growing disconnect between themselves and the public. read more »

1/3/2012

Air Force divorce rate highest in the military

The divorce rate among military personnel is higher than the general population, but the level in the Air Force is highest of all. read more »

1/3/2012

Miami Dolphins help local Navy veteran

The NFL regular season might be over and the Miami Dolphins may have stopped doing work on the field, but that does not mean they are resting. read more »

12/30/2011

Big Brothers Big Sisters helps military families during deployment

Big Brothers Big Sisters has helped mentor children for more than 100 years, and now the group's Central Minnesota chapter is turning its focus on military families. read more »

12/29/2011

Utah military family receives $20,000 to fix home

With the financial and emotional challenges that many military families face, sometimes projects like home repairs can be neglected. I read more »

12/28/2011

Program eases stress of deployment for military children

Reading a book with one's children is often an important part of parenthood, but troops can sometimes miss out on the activity. read more »

12/27/2011

The plight of the male military spouse

Being the spouse of a soldier presents a litany of challenges. Whether it be due to deployments, time spent apart or the fear of them being killed or injured in action, being married to a member of the Armed Forces comes with plenty of stress. read more »

12/23/2011

Sales of beer go to help troops

Many communities have found ways to support military families, but one Midwestern man may have found the most creative. read more »

12/22/2011

Fort Hood services help military families deal with loss

For military families, coping with the loss of a loved one is always difficult, but it can be especially tough during the holidays. read more »

12/20/2011

Tuition Assistance rules up for debate

One of the most widely-used military benefits is Tuition Assistance (TA), but upcoming changes to the policy may limit the universities servicemembers can attend. read more »

12/19/2011

Last U.S. troops leave Iraq, begin new challenges

The final U.S. troops officially rolled out of Iraq over the weekend, crossing the border into Kuwait. The convoy consisted of just 28 vehicles and was the final step in a draw down that had been ongoing over the last several months. read more »

12/16/2011

San Diego Padres continue support of military families

Few professional sports teams have done as much to support the military as the San Diego Padres, and the team recently kept their tradition alive by participating in the 25th Annual San Diego Armed Services YMCA's SuperParent Shopping Day. read more »

12/15/2011

North Carolina military families get free look at Disney on Ice

Having a parent deployed overseas is always tough on children, but it can be especially difficult during the holidays. read more »

12/14/2011

Military divorce rate continues climb

For soldiers, being away from their family can put a strain on their relationships, a fact which has certainly been reflected in the growing number of divorces since the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan began. read more »

12/13/2011

Thousands turn out to lay wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery

In an effort to pay tribute to the soldiers buried at Arlington National Cemetery, throngs of volunteers laid around 90,000 wreaths on Saturday. read more »

12/9/2011

Massachusetts organization makes holidays brighter for military families

Having a parent deployed overseas can be difficult regardless of the time of year, but during the holidays it is especially tough. read more »

12/8/2011

TAPS helps military families cope with loss

Coping with the death of a loved one can be difficult, but one group is trying to make the process a bit easier for military families. read more »

12/7/2011

IAVA urges more action for military families

Though there are many organizations geared toward assisting servicemembers, sometimes their families may not receive the same attention. read more »