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Pentagon Weighs Ending Century-Old Partnership with Scouting America

Pentagon Weighs Ending Century-Old Partnership with Scouting America

by Rikki Almanza | Nov 30, 2025

The Department of Defense is considering ending more than a century of support for Scouting America, formerly the Boy Scouts. Draft documents circulating inside the Pentagon outline Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s interest in cutting ties, raising concerns about the...
Advocacy Group Seeks Expanded Benefits for Submarine Veterans

Advocacy Group Seeks Expanded Benefits for Submarine Veterans

by Rikki Almanza | Nov 24, 2025

The Submariners’ Advocacy Group, a nonprofit representing current and former submarine sailors, is pushing for expanded health care and disability benefits connected to toxic exposure in submarine environments, according to reporting from Stars and Stripes. The group...
Veterans Removed Over COVID Vaccine Rules Regain GI Bill Access

Veterans Removed Over COVID Vaccine Rules Regain GI Bill Access

by Rikki Almanza | Nov 21, 2025

Thousands of Veterans discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine during the Biden administration may now regain access to GI Bill education benefits. The VA confirmed the change on Monday, following a major policy shift tied to a January executive order from...
The History of Veterans Day, From the ‘11th Day’ to the Present

The History of Veterans Day, From the ‘11th Day’ to the Present

by Christian Southards | Nov 11, 2025

  Veterans Day honors all those who served in the United States Armed Forces, both in peace time and in war. Trace the holiday’s evolution from its post–World War I origins to the present — the first entry in our reimagined Veterans Holidays and Important Events...
Veterans Day 2025: Discounts for California Veterans and Service Members

Veterans Day 2025: Discounts for California Veterans and Service Members

by Rikki Almanza | Nov 4, 2025

With Veterans Day on the horizon, California American Legion is compiling a list of discounts, freebies, and deals California Veterans and/or Service Members can take advantage of this year. All the listings below have been confirmed, and we will update this list as...
VA Policy Change Adds Barriers for Male Veterans with Breast Cancer

VA Policy Change Adds Barriers for Male Veterans with Breast Cancer

by Rikki Almanza | Oct 30, 2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when attention turns to early detection and treatment. This year, the VA has come under scrutiny after changing how it handles breast cancer coverage for male Veterans. A newly obtained memo from the VA outlines that...
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