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At Wounded Paw Project we hold a deep sense of gratitude for our veterans. Recognizing the sacrifices they have made, we are committed to providing a place for useful information tailored specifically for them. This is our way of giving back, by creating a space where veterans can find resources, support, and a community that understands their unique experiences.
Pay & Benefits
Military Times
- No ‘significant’ mover capacity problems expected for troops, DOD says June 27, 2025The DOD says a new task force is "fully engaged" in overseeing the process of troops' household goods moves during this peak season.
- DOD schools reorganize to target more support to military children June 18, 2025The school system is adding more psychologists and administrative officers, but there's concern about some positions being eliminated.
- Retirement snafu affects thousands of Reserve, Guard members June 11, 2025More than 13,000 Guard and Reserve members haven't been receiving their earned government retirement contributions.
Education & Transition
Military Times
- VA expects 30K voluntary job cuts by October, erasing need for layoffs July 7, 2025More than 17,000 Veterans Affairs jobs have been eliminated or vacated since the start of the year.
- Lawmaker proposes Iranian Campaign Medal for strikes on nuclear sites June 27, 2025Pilots and supporting service members involved in the complex airstrikes would be eligible for the new military medal.
- House passes $435 billion spending plan for VA in fiscal 2026 June 25, 2025Republicans approved plans for an 18% boost in total Veterans Affairs spending next year, but the measure is far from becoming law.
Veterans
Military Times
- Undersea expedition discovers bow of USS New Orleans, lost in WWII July 8, 2025On Nov. 30, 1942, a torpedo sank the heavy cruiser New Orleans, sending it to the bottom of the Pacific. Its whereabouts were lost to history — until now.
- Ken Burns documentary on American Revolution to premiere this fall July 8, 2025As the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Ken Burns is releasing a deep look into the fight for American independence.
- VA expects 30K voluntary job cuts by October, erasing need for layoffs July 7, 2025More than 17,000 Veterans Affairs jobs have been eliminated or vacated since the start of the year.
Stripes - Top News
Top News
- Army units in Germany roll out big guns for DODEA student fair October 23, 2024The U.S. Army at Tower Barracks was out in force Wednesday to support Department of Defense Education Activity elementary school students for their annual STEM day.
- Construction moving ahead on Army’s $500 million Vicenza housing project October 23, 2024Construction is underway on four phases of a $500 million housing project in Vicenza that will provide 478 homes to Army families by 2028.
- Israeli strikes pound Lebanese coastal city after residents evacuate October 23, 2024There were no reports of casualties in Tyre, where the Israeli military had issued evacuation warnings. The 2,500-year-old city is known for its pristine beaches, ancient harbor and imposing Roman ruins. The buildings struck on Wednesday were between several heritage sites.
Stripes - Veterans
Top News
- Country duo The War and Treaty talk about military ties, playing concerts for service members October 23, 2024Country music duo The War and Treaty has been nominated for many awards and has several hits, but the road to fame started in an unlikely place.
- One of the last Navajo Code Talkers from World War II dies at 107 October 20, 2024John Kinsel Sr., one of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers who transmitted messages during World War II based on the tribe’s native language, has died. He was 107.
- Former Marine charged in NYC subway chokehold death set to stand trial October 20, 2024A U.S. Marine Corps veteran charged with manslaughter for placing a man in a deadly chokehold aboard a New York City subway train last year will soon have his day in court.
My Health - VA
VHA
Inside Veterans Health
- Army Veteran Finds Inspiration through Sports April 3, 2018Blind Veteran Deanna Callender is making her sixth trip to the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic this week. She tells Veterans to focus on what you can do and then do it. Read the full story
- Preparation Key for Veteran with Chronic Condition March 27, 2018Army Veteran Nicole Bundas has the strength to talk about something which would have made the upstairs folks at Downton Abbey swoon. She's more than willing to tell her story to help other Veterans. Read the full story
- Gulf War Veterans – Research Volunteers Needed March 20, 2018VA researchers are looking for better treatments for Veterans with Gulf War Illness, a group of symptoms found in about one third of Veterans deployed in Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield. Read the full story