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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Immediate Steps to Increase Affordable Housing Supply
According to a recent article on home.com by Tim Lucas, “the nation’s housing supply is painfully low, and affordable housing is harder to find than ever." In response to this, the Whitehouse just released its plan to combat extremely low housing inventory in the U.S....
Department of Defense Announces Mandatory Covid-19 Vaccines for Service Members
Secretary of Defense Austin Issues Guidance for Mandatory Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination of Department of Defense Service Members Today the DOD announced mandatory vaccines for service members. The Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III issued a memorandum for...
DoD Warrior Games canceled due to COVID-19 Delta variant
The U.S. Army has announced that the 2021 DoD Warrior Games have been canceled due to the requirement to ensure the safety, health and well-being of our service members and local communities as the COVID-19 Delta variant continues to affect the country. Comedian Jon...
Getting Veterans Downpayment Assistance Loan Programs in Washington State
If you’re Active Duty Military, a Veteran or National Guard and looking to buy a home there are downpayment assistance programs available. Although there are nation wide programs, the focus of this blog is on Washington State. There are six military instillations in...
JBLM’s Lt. Col. Scott Flanders is 29th troop to die from COVID-19
A Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) soldier who served as an Operations Officer at I Corps, in Washington state, has died of complications caused by the coronavirus, according to a press release and news reports. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Lt. Col. Scott...
U.S. Army announces Special Agent Gregory D. Ford as new CID director
The U.S. Army announced on August 11, 2021 through their U.S. Army Public Affairs department that they have "selected Special Agent Gregory D. Ford as the first civilian director of the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command." As the U.S. Army's primary...
Everything you need to know about sending Military Care Packages
Care packages are the best way for loved ones, friends, well wishers and colleagues to send a little piece of home to deployed service members. They’re also a fun way for families to stay connected while apart. Military Spouse Olivia Michelle loves sending her...
Second soldier in a month goes missing from Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Another missing soldier has been reported missing from Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM) in Washington State. The base officially put out a bolo on social media stating the following: "MISSING SOLDIER: Civilian and military authorities are searching for a missing JBLM...
Freddie Mac Announces Credit Basics for New College Graduates
Cap, Gown and Credit: Credit Basics for New Grads Freddie Mac has published guidance on credit for young people, "If you're a recent college graduate, you've probably received a lot of advice about pursuing your passions or finding a job — but probably not about...
Ultimate guide to recreational activities near JBLM for August
There are tons of fun activities and fun recreational activities coming up during the month of August in the Joint Base Lewis-McCord (JBLM) and Camp Murray areas. If you’re looking for something for the whole family, the Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation website is...