For a lot of people, Valdez is nothing but a touristic place in Alaska. It is a city with plenty of natural attractions. However, when it comes to the authorities in the area, Valdez is more than that. It is located in Alaska, a p...

Barking Sands Missile Range is by far one of the most important military facilities controlled by the United States Navy. The facility includes an actual military base and an airfield. It is located in Hawaii, in Kaual County. Its...

Clear Air Force Station is one of the most strategically important installations in the United States. The location of the base places it in an invaluable position for defensive monitoring of the west coast and Untied States as a ...

Just when you think the gallery of American politicians can’t get any zanier, the system decides to prove you wrong. Whoever the President Elect turns out to be in November, the men and women of the United States Armed Forces will have a sworn duty to respect and honor their command regardless of personal political opinions. However, in the months leading up to the 2016 Presidential election, mu...

Military personnel encounter a lot while on active duty. Much of what they experience can lead to high levels of stress, which can quickly result in psychological issues. The problem is that many do not seek the professional help they need, and instead begin to rely on substances like drugs, alcohol, and tobacco to get through difficult times. If the misuse continues, it can quickly lead to a down...

When dealing with high energy costs finding ways to cut back and save is important. Working together with other members of your household to come up with a plan to conserve energy and save money at the same time is ultimately your best option. If everyone can pitch in and play their part, you will find that the costs of your energy bills will drop significantly. Below are a few ways you can get st...

The one thing that civilians and military families have in common is a continual desire to save as much money as we can. For military families, finances can be up and down due to the moving, high cost of living, single income, and general living expenses. Therefore, saving money becomes imperative to maintain the current standards of living. One of the perks to being a part of the military fami...

We often think of drug and alcohol use in the military as a modern phenomenon that began with the Vietnam War. In reality, drug and alcohol use has been a part of the armed forces for almost as long as the armed forces have been in existence – not just in the United States, but the world over. Even as far back as ancient Rome soldiers drank wine regularly, regardless of quality, because “it ga...

Moving is always a big deal. It’s stressful and strenuous. And it inevitably involves a lot of decisions, planning, and budgeting of time and money. In fact, when it’s all over and you’re happily settled into your new home, you may feel you need a vacation. One way to reduce the emotional drama and frayed nerves that come with relocation is to take the time to think the whole thing throu...

When it comes to finances, there are two types of veterans: those with good credit, and those with bad credit. This can depend on many factors. If you were young, single, and living in the barracks and you have bad credit, then the “young and dumb” cliché comes to mind. However, there are many folks who join the military to use the steady paycheck and free schooling to help them pay off their...