Category Archives: Benefits

More spouses may be eligible under hiring rule

Federal officials are seeking to allow more widows, widowers and spouses of wounded troops to benefit from a special non-competitive hiring authority for military spouses.

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VA, lawmakers at odds over caregiver benefits

A battle between Congress and the Veterans Affairs Department over proposed restrictions on new caregiver benefits focuses on an Army couple who should be eligible — but will not be, under VA’s plan.

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Your best shot: Winchester casts ‘Hex’ with new waterfowl load

I hear talk about the hottest new thing in shotgun shells, the saying, “I’m from Missouri — show me” tends to drive my behavior.

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Soldiers win big at AUSA golf tourney

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The true spirit of the Association of the United States Army’s winter golf tournament was reflected not on the links or in the clubhouse, but rather in the generosity of players who donated their winnings to … Continue reading

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Tricare Help: Who’s responsible for illegal Tricare use?

Amswering your questions on Tricare.

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Bill would expand some vets refinancing choices

A bill introduced in the House would give veterans in five states more options for refinancing their mortgages.

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VA scopes out medical needs of female veterans

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Alyce Knaflich says she has been mistaken for someone’s wife when she walks in the front door of the Charles George VA Medical Center.

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Tricare Help: How to speak up about what’s covered

Answering your questions on Tricare.

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DoD official outlines efforts to help families

New Defense Department initiatives to help families include a broad review of education for military children, more employment and education opportunities for spouses, and expanded availability of child care, the department’s chief of family policy told a meeting of the … Continue reading

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VA set to reverse claims backlog by 2012

Veterans Affairs Department officials say they can now see an end to the long nightmare of an ever-growing mountain of disability and compensation claims that has long infuriated veterans and their families.

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