The Department of Defense (DoD) receives air transport requests for worthwhile projects. These requests often come from religious organizations and community service groups like the Rotary and Lions Clubs. The DoD can support these requests only if they meet procedures and requirements mandated by Federal law – specifically the Economy Act (31 U.S.C. 1535 and 1536). To learn more about the Economy Act http://www.acq.osd.mil/log/tp/econact.htm
Once upon a time thieves stole Social Security checks from mailboxes. That was so 20th century. Now thieves steal the checks online directly receiving the payment and eliminating the middleman. Read more http://ow.ly/nF6t5
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Kiplinger Magazine’s comprehensive guide to taxes on retirement income, property, and purchases, as well as special tax breaks for seniors, in every state. Read more http://ow.ly/nF6RI
Airman is the online magazine of the United States Air Force. The magazine is produced by the Defense Media Activity for the Secretary of the Air Force Office of Public Affairs. Read the August issue http://airman.dodlive.mil/2013/08/
The 2013 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Book is now available online at http://www.va.gov/op. Veterans of the United States armed forces may be eligible for a broad range of programs and services provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits are legislated in Title 38 of the United States Code.
The Hawai‘i National Guard (HING) is looking to our retired members to volunteer your time in support of our department’s State mission.
The State Department of Defense continues to prepare and train to respond to natural and man-made disasters. Large events like hurricanes and tsunamis would initiate sustained 24/7 operations if there is large-scale storm damage. Our support requirements have increased over the years; leaving less Guard members to staff in-garrison functions. Exercises have shown a definite need for more staffing to sustain long-term 24/7 operations within the Guard and State Civil Defense.
Our Guard retirees have the expertise and experience to help staff in-garrison functions. We are looking for your support.
If you are interested in volunteering, please provide your contact info and an area of expertise, such as: logistics, admin, personnel, etc., to COL Joe Logan, Chief of Joint Staff, via email jochi@scd.hawaii.gov or arthur.j.logan.mil@mail.mil or by phone 672-1487.
CEDAR FALLS — Actor Gary Sinise needs to look no further than his own family to find motivation to perform benefit concerts like the one he’ll play Saturday for disabled Cedar Falls sailor Taylor Morris.
Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday at Gateway Park to help raise funds for an iPad-controlled “smart home” for Morris, a quadruple amputee wounded in a May 2012 bomb blast in Afghanistan.
Performing for veterans like Morris is a cause Sinise has taken to heart. Read more http://ow.ly/nCTA4
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This photo shows the then Specialist Christopher Ventura as part of the 25th Infantry Division Band. The photo appeared in the Honolulu Star Bulletin on May 11, 1992, promoting the Joint Military Band concert. Today, Sergeant First Class Ventura serves as the Readiness NCO for the Hawai‘i Army National Guard’s 111th Army Band.
Special thanks to Stephen Lum of the Public Affairs Office who provided the photo.
Ray Kiyoshi Nakamura, 78, of Hilo, a retired carpet layer and a veteran of the Army and Hawai‘i Army National Guard, passed away on July 13, 2013. He was born in Kukuihaele, Hawai‘i. He is survived by brothers James and Paul, sister Betty Miyashiro and caregiver Zita Gomes. Private services. No flowers. Donations suggested to Honoka‘a Hongwanji Buddhist Temple.
The most decorated officer in modern U.S. History – Colonel George “Bud” Day, US Air Force, WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Medal of Honor (1925-2013). Read more http://t.co/PlOJGoSxUJ
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