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Photo By Shelby West | As of Oct. 1, Naval Support Activity--Portsmouth (NSAP) is now an established installation. Formerly a part of Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), NSAP is now in alignment with other similar installations under Commander, Naval Installations Command and ensures NNSY leadership can more effectively focus on supporting fleet needs "As of Oct. 1, Naval Support Activity--Portsmouth (NSAP) is now an established installation. Formerly a part of Norfolk Naval Shipy

TRICARE's annual open enrollment began on November 10th and runs through December 9th, 2025. If you're needing to make any changes in your TRICARE plan, now is the time to do it. Explore your TRICARE health plan options today and decide if you want to make changes before Dec. 9. TRICARE Newsroom ~ " Note: TRICARE Open Season isn’t affected by the current lapse in federal appropriations. Open season continues as scheduled from Nov. 10 through Dec. 9. TRICARE Open Season beg

In this latest sweepstakes brought to you by AAFES, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, you can enter up to 17 separate sweepstakes for outdoor gear, tactical equipment, and more! You have until December 7th to get your entries in. Exchange Newsroom ~ " Celebrate Salute to Service month with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s Veterans Day Sweepstakes . More than $6,500 in prizes across 100 items are available with entries available for each prize. Authorized shoppers

TRICARE costs change each year based on the law, the federal cost of living adjustment, and the costs of health care services and prescription drugs. Take the time now to review your 2026 TRICARE health plan costs. TRICARE Newsroom ~ " As 2025 comes to a close, now is the time to start thinking about your family’s health care options for next year. You should know that your TRICARE health plan costs will change starting Jan. 1, 2026. Depending on your plan, these costs may

Visit your local Base Exchange on Tuesday Nov. 11th for your Veterans Day Coin! Exchange Newsroom ~ " In honor of Veterans Day, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is saluting those who served with free commemorative challenge coins. This is seventh year PXs and BXs worldwide will distribute coins to Veterans on Nov. 11. The giveaway is part of a joint effort by military resale—including the Navy Exchange Service Command, Marine Corps Exchange and Coast Guard Exchange—to h

Welcome back to our national park blog series at Military Living Publications. We are walking through some of the United States best domestic travel destinations, one national park at a time. Today, we are headed to Big Bend National Park. Don't Miss our First National Park Blog For basic information about our national parks, instructions on how to get your FREE annual or lifetime pass for active duty military and veterans, and details about visiting Grand Canyon National Par

Veteran's Day is just around the corner. As a special 'thank you' to you, our veterans, restaurants, retail stores, and more are offering special discounts. Here is a short list of some of the places offering these discounts. If there are more that should be added to the list, send an email to editor@militaryliving.com . Food & Dining Applebee’s : Free full-size entrée from a special menu Bob Evans : Free meal from a special menu Buffalo Wild Wings : Free order of bonel

In the event the Federal Government shuts down, AAFES will remain open. Exchange Newsroom ~ "Army & Air Force Exchange Service stores...

Plan your trip to Grand Canyon National Park to check off a must-see "Wonder of the World" from your bucket list!

It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we here at Military Living® announce the passing of our President & Publisher, William...

If you're planning on staying at a Navy Lodge after September 1, please be aware that they are now going cashless. NEXCOM ~ “'We made...

Get ready to raise your steins! Oktoberfest is back! Join us for an unforgettable celebration of Bavarian culture with traditional food,...

A Facebook post has been making the rounds again recently regarding a Final Jeopardy! question about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier,...

As part of the Retiree European Escapes, Edelweiss has just listed its new Christmas Market packages! Spots are limited, so if you've...

Please enjoy this reader-submitted story, by Patrick McNamara (Lt. Col USAF Ret.) and Erica Waasdorp of MA, detailing their trip to the Edelweiss Lodge in Germany! This one is on my bucket list, how about you? A few months ago, I saw an announcement in my Military Living email about the Edelweiss Lodge and their wine tasting event in Italy. When I looked at the location, I couldn’t believe how close it is to Switzerland, Austria, Italy and Liechtenstein. I looked at the web

As of October 1st 2025, five of the Patriot Express routes will no longer be serviced. While this is disappointing, U.S. Transportation...

President Trump announced that the Army will be changing the names of the recently renamed Army bases back to their original names - this...

Save the date! On July 18-20, 2025 F.E. Warren Air Force Base is hosting its annual open house. The Trotters, a local equestrian drill...

If you haven't heard yet, as of May 7th 2025, a Real ID is required for air travel in the US in order to avoid delays and possible missed...

June 14, 2025 marks the U.S. Army's 250th birthday! As such, there is a celebration planned that is free and open to the public on the...

Lewis Burwell "Chesty" Puller was a United States Marine Corps officer, and a hero to many. Check out this video from Biography, on the...