California Guard Works with Nigerian Forces on Air-to-Ground Integration
Guard members teamed up with Nigeria’s armed forces in Abuja to advance air-to-ground integration under their partnership program.
November 2, 2026 · Read it
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DLA Troop Support Holds Annual Subsistence Policy Board and Global Summit
The Defense Logistics Agency gathered experts to review and modernize the Army’s food supply system for deployed forces.
November 2, 2026 · Read it
2026 Veterans Day Teachers Resource Guide Released
The VA offers a new guide to help educators and community groups teach the history and meaning of Veterans Day.
November 2, 2026 · Read it
Veterans: New Job Listings for the Week of Nov 2 2026
Weekly roundup of employment opportunities for veterans.
November 2, 2026 · Read it
Pennsylvania Army Guard Command Sergeant Major Oscar M. Laughman III Retires After 39 Years
Long‑time Guard leader Oscar M. Laughman III ends a 39‑year military career.
November 1, 2026 · Read it
USAA and Call of Duty Endowment Provide Free Valor Pack for Veterans
Veterans can claim a complimentary Valor Pack themed after Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter.
November 1, 2026 · Read it
VA Direct Enhances Care Coordination with Secure Messaging
VA Direct helps providers exchange veteran health information quickly and safely through Direct Secure Messaging.
November 1, 2026 · Read it
Idaho Guard Helps Rescue Hiker in Remote Mountains
The Idaho Army National Guard assisted a mountain rescue near New Meadows, airlifting a 46‑year‑old woman with a broken ankle.
October 31, 2026 · Read it
Alaska Air Guard Staff Sgt. Beau Roberts Advances Cyber Defense Career
From a high school computer hobby to safeguarding Air Guard networks, Staff Sgt. Beau Roberts shows veterans a path in cyber security
October 31, 2026 · Read it
Houston VA Performs First Renal Denervation for Veteran Hypertension
The Houston VA introduced a minimally invasive kidney‑nerve procedure to help veterans lower high blood pressure.
October 31, 2026 · Read it
VA seeks IT specialists to enhance veteran care
The VA is recruiting IT professionals to help deliver seamless services to veterans and their families.
October 31, 2026 · Read it
InvestigateTV+: Prison program helping veterans
See how a peer-led prison program is helping veterans rebuild purpose and break the cycle of incarceration.
October 30, 2026 · Read at WAFB →
Record deployment for destroyer USS Spruance casts doubt over US Navy maintenance
The USS Spruance's record-breaking deployment spotlights maintenance challenges that directly affect the Navy's veteran community.
October 30, 2026 · Read at Military Times →
New tactical comms system for US ground troops aims to break network silos
A new tactical communications system promises to end decades of fragmented networks, giving ground troops reliable, unified connectivity in combat zones.
October 30, 2026 · Read at Military Times →
Dental Lab Specialist Koffi Ballogou Brings Craftsmanship to Army Service
From the markets of Lomé to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Spc. Ballogou uses his skills to restore soldiers' smiles.
October 30, 2026 · Read it
Fort Buchanan and DoWEA hold advisory meeting to boost student success
Installation leaders, parents and educators gathered to discuss education issues for military families.
October 30, 2026 · Read it
Cheyenne VA Volunteers: Quiet Heroes Supporting Veteran Care
Volunteers at Cheyenne VA provide rides, meals, haircuts and coffee, helping nearly 17,000 monthly visits.
October 30, 2026 · Read it
Federal EHR Boosts Remote Infusion Access for Indiana Veterans
VA Northern Indiana says the new electronic health record improves the "Close to Me" infusion program.
October 30, 2026 · Read it
S3E3: The Strange Death of Anita Greenlee
A decades-old murder case finally heads to trial, revealing hidden motives that could alter how we think about hunting accidents.
October 29, 2026 · Read at MeatEater →
This veteran is using his service dog to regain independence
A St. Louis veteran’s journey with his new service dog shows how companionship can restore everyday freedom
October 29, 2026 · Read at WAFB →
VA expedites prosthetic limb delivery
Faster prosthetic limb delivery helps veterans regain mobility sooner, a benefit for the community that backs Troops & Tusks.
October 29, 2026 · Read at DAV →
839th Transportation Battalion Heads 4th Annual Breast Cancer Walk at Camp Darby
The 839th Transportation Battalion hosted the fourth annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, bringing together service members, families and civilians on the Darby Track.
October 29, 2026 · Read it
Oklahoma Guardsmen Vie for Best Medic at Tactical Medical Competition
Medical teams from across Oklahoma tested their skills at a three‑day competition at Camp Gruber.
October 29, 2026 · Read it
Telehealth Saves Veteran Time and Travel
Army veteran Bernard Williams uses virtual care to cut travel and stay connected with his health team.
October 29, 2026 · Read it
VA Warns Veterans About Job Scams
Learn how to spot and avoid employment scams targeting service members and their families.
October 29, 2026 · Read it
Pentagon creates advisory council on human performance, health
The Pentagon’s new advisory council may influence future health and performance programs for service members, making it essential reading for veterans.
October 28, 2026 · Read at Military Times →
Marine Corps fast-tracks AI-powered ultrasounds, blood coolers to battlefield
New AI ultrasound and portable blood cooler could give wounded Marines critical care faster, a development veterans should watch
October 28, 2026 · Read at Military Times →
Wellford Readiness Center Reopens After Modernization
South Carolina National Guard celebrates renovated training hub to boost readiness and community ties
October 28, 2026 · Read it
156th Force Support Squadron backs USAFA cadet training for third year
Airmen from Puerto Rico’s 156th FSS provided food service to thousands of cadets this summer, deepening readiness and partnerships.
October 28, 2026 · Read it
VA Highlights Supportive Community for Service Members
The Department of Veterans Affairs invites veterans to join its caring workforce.
October 28, 2026 · Read it
VRCN Offers Job and Training Resources for Veterans and Military Families
The October VRCN Monthly Connect showcased employment, education and training tools for service members and their families.
October 28, 2026 · Read it
Ep. 07: The Mystery of Ben Thompson
Learn about the forgotten Old West gunfighter whose daring exploits resonate with the courage of modern veterans.
October 27, 2026 · Read at MeatEater →
How DAV’s entrepreneurship program fosters community and impact
Discover how the DAV entrepreneurship program is empowering veterans with business skills that strengthen their communities and support causes like Troops & Tusks.
October 27, 2026 · Read at DAV →
Japan air base imposes junior enlisted alcohol ban, curfew after local murder
A new alcohol ban and curfew at Kadena Air Base shows how recent incidents are reshaping daily life for junior enlisted service members.
October 27, 2026 · Read at Military Times →
Air National Guard to stand up a new special tactics squadron
A new Air National Guard special tactics squadron in Florida opens more pathways for service members, a development veterans will want to follow.
October 27, 2026 · Read at Task & Purpose →
Air Force tests ‘rocket cargo’ to resupply troops anywhere
A new rocket-based supply system could deliver critical gear to deployed service members faster than ever, reshaping how troops stay equipped
October 27, 2026 · Read at Task & Purpose →
California Air Guard Uses Softball to Build Mission‑Ready Bonds
Airmen of the 129th Rescue Wing say a softball league strengthens teamwork and readiness.
October 27, 2026 · Read it
Air Force Opens First Women's Midlife Clinic at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
The 673d Medical Group launches a pioneering midlife clinic for service members and families at JBER.
October 27, 2026 · Read it
TeleSleep Gives Navy Veteran Denise Guzman Restful Sleep
A VA telehealth program linked a veteran with a sleep specialist, ending years of fatigue.
October 27, 2026 · Read it
DHS Highlights Veteran Career Paths in Homeland Security
A new “At the Table” interview outlines how the Department of Homeland Security is opening jobs for veterans.
October 27, 2026 · Read it
U.S. Civil Affairs Soldiers Join NATO Shooters in Estonia
Two Army Civil Affairs soldiers took part in an international shooting contest in Harju County, Estonia, alongside allies from Estonia, the United Kingdom and France.
October 26, 2026 · Read it
Key Support Liaison Symposium Boosts Military Family Support at RAF Mildenhall
Leaders and mentors gathered in the UK to improve communication and resources for service families overseas.
October 26, 2026 · Read it
2026 Veterans Day Discounts and Free Meals Announced
New nationwide discounts and complimentary meals are available to veterans this Veterans Day.
October 26, 2026 · Read it
Weekly Veteran Job Listings - Week of Oct 26, 2026
New employment opportunities for veterans posted for the week of Oct 26, 2026.
October 26, 2026 · Read it
Pentagon bans troops from betting using insider information
The Pentagon’s new ban on using any classified or insider data for gambling underscores the military’s push for ethical conduct among service members.
October 25, 2026 · Read at Task & Purpose →
US expands alcohol restrictions for troops in Japan
A fresh alcohol ban for lower-rank troops in Japan highlights policy shifts that directly impact service members, so veterans should stay informed.
October 25, 2026 · Read at Task & Purpose →
Fort Buchanan hosts 5K to boost readiness through domestic violence prevention
A 5K walk/run at Fort Buchanan highlighted how preventing domestic violence supports military readiness and community strength.
October 25, 2026 · Read it
JBAB Town Hall Arms Service Members and Families with Deployment Readiness Tools
A joint base town hall on Oct. 22 introduced resources to help service members and families prepare for upcoming deployments.
October 25, 2026 · Read it
Simple Stress Conversations Improve Care for Texas Valley Veterans
VA clinics in Texas Valley are using brief talks to lower stigma and link vets to resources.
October 25, 2026 · Read it
Tom Skerritt, Air Force veteran and ‘Top Gun’ star, dies at 93
The loss of Air Force veteran and beloved 'Top Gun' star Tom Skerritt reminds us of the lasting impact veterans have both in service and in culture.
October 24, 2026 · Read at Military Times →
Marine sniper veteran visits Ukraine to meet man behind 2,069-meter shot
A Marine sniper’s visit to Ukraine shows how veterans connect worldwide, reflecting the camaraderie that fuels Troops & Tusks.
October 24, 2026 · Read at Military Times →
White House military spouse council floats toll cuts for troops commuting to base
A new proposal could lower toll costs for service members traveling to bases, offering financial relief for military families.
October 24, 2026 · Read at Task & Purpose →
How a Special Forces veteran with cancer finally got this photo with Chris Pratt
A Special Forces veteran battling cancer finally meets Chris Pratt, spotlighting the Brothers Keeper foundation’s work to combat veteran suicide.
October 24, 2026 · Read at Task & Purpose →
California Air National Guard Reaches Out to Communities and Schools
Guard recruiters are visiting neighborhoods and classrooms to share career options and benefits of service.
October 24, 2026 · Read it
NMRTC San Diego Honors Four Service Members at North Island Clinics
Navy Medicine leadership presented awards to four outstanding personnel at the Naval Branch Health and Dental Clinics on Oct. 23, 2026.
October 24, 2026 · Read it
VA Emphasizes Listening to Veterans to Combat Homelessness
The VA says hearing veterans’ needs, cutting red tape and boosting housing options are key to ending veteran homelessness.
October 24, 2026 · Read it
Salem VA Medical Center Supports Rural Veterans
The Salem VA Medical Center delivers health care and community services to veterans in Virginia’s rural areas.
October 24, 2026 · Read it
Salaries, food and sumo wrestling suits: What I learned paying the bills for war
Discover how one Air Force veteran's behind-the-scenes experience reveals the hidden costs of war and why it matters to service members today.
October 23, 2026 · Read at Military Times →
Trump, Putin negotiate release of US Air Force veteran from Russian prison
A veteran’s freedom after years in a Russian prison highlights the importance of political support for service members.
October 23, 2026 · Read at Military Times →
USS Abraham Lincoln crew prepares for base move weeks after extended deployment
After months at sea, the USS Abraham Lincoln sailors are gearing up for a home port shift that will impact their families and future missions.
October 23, 2026 · Read at Task & Purpose →