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Prices increasing for overseas military kids’ school meals
It’s the first increase in school lunch prices in four years.
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CarMax to pay at least $420K to settle allegations of illegal repossessions of troops’ cars
Affected troops will receive $15,000 each, plus any lost equity in the repossessed vehicle, according to the settlement agreement.
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Danger pay for US troops could double, expand to more regions
The U.S. defense budget request for Fiscal Year 2027 has raised the prospect of an increase in the monthly stipend paid out to troops in dangerous regions.
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New health care savings benefit coming to troops in 2025
This tax-savings benefit will help defray out-of-pocket costs for medical and dental services and items.
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Live in the Tricare West Region? Do this before Dec. 31.
Beneficiaries in the West Region who don’t provide recurring payment information could risk losing Tricare coverage.
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Another commissary closure leaves customers seeking answers
For months, customers at the Forest Glen Annex commissary in Silver Spring, Maryland, have asked: When will our commissary reopen?
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Troops to get an average housing allowance boost of over 5% in 2025
The new rates take effect Jan. 1.
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DOD civilians can shop at these 16 commissaries during expansion test
The Defense Department is testing whether to expand the commissary benefit to stateside military civilian employees.
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Analysis shows troops financially stronger in 2023 than pre-pandemic
The USAA analysis found that surveyed troops’ bank accounts also showed signs of the effects of inflation.
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Months after this commissary closed, customers still seek answers
Officials haven’t determined when the Mitchel Field, New York, store will reopen.
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Eligible veterans get easier access to military bases under new rules
New rules allow veterans and caregivers to enroll for streamlined access to military installations.
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What to know about Tricare costs and changes as open season starts
Check out Tricare costs and other information you need to know before Tricare open season ends next month.
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Check out these sweet Veterans Day deals
Veterans Day isn’t just about the discounts, but these offers of appreciation can help stretch your budget and bring some fun to Nov. 11.
