Tag: military spouse
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This week’s top 10
WASHINGTON (AP) — Opening another front in her nearly year-old campaign to support service families, first lady Michelle Obama on Wednesday unveiled a new push for jobs on or near military bases.She also announced plans to mark the Joining Forces campaign’s first anniversary with a two-day, four-state swing next week that will include stops in…
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HAPPY TRAILS A PAIR OF NORDIC CENTERS & DINNER
On May 7th, from 11am-2pm, there will be a virtual career fair for military spouses at www.militaryspousecf.com.There are more than 17,000 job opportunities available and you’ll be entered to win the New iPad, the iPad 3 if you’re counting versions.Here’s a list of exhibitors: Photo by Photo by
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Rockies lack offense
Twelve more states have adopted laws to make it easier for military spouses to have portable careers, more than doubling the number since February, when first lady Michelle Obama began to draw attention to the issue. That means 23 states now have laws to address problems spouses can face when they try to bring one…
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Nuggets look for speed, fitness, ability to touch various lights . . .
The Armed Forces YMCA hosted an awesome event for military spouses on Thursday, the day before the official Military Spouse Appreciation Day.Click here for some picturesThere were vendors on hand giving out free goodies, hair cuts, massages, and information.I stopped by and got my hair cut at the Paul Mitchell “stand” and I have to…
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Poor defense dooms Sky Sox comeback
I just read this article called “Military families often live alone, feel as if news news is imminent” on Stars and Stripes. It’s been a while since an article has offended me but this one really got to me for some reason. Here’s why:”Becky keeps her house a little cleaner when her husband is serving…
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Helton finishes spring strong
LONDON, July 29, 2012 – In front of an enthusiastic crowd eager to witness presentation of the first medals of the London Olympic Games, Jamie Gray, wife of a U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit soldier, competed in women’s 10-meter air rifle yesterday at the Royal Artillery Barracks here. Gray, a two-time Olympian, finished fifth after making…
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Avalanche’s new goalie begins practicing with team
HAMPTON, Va., Aug. 6, 2012 – Transitioning service members, military spouses and veterans attending hundreds of job fairs around the country like one held here Aug. 2 are finding themselves on the proverbial red carpet as employers pack arenas to add those closest to the armed forces to their payrolls. Job seekers maintained long lines…
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It’s not a collapse if you still prevail
Locking eyes, Angie Moore clutched her husband and gave him a kiss months in the waiting. Their daughter, Brooklyn, latched onto his leg, competing for the first hug.Two feet back, Owen Moore, 6, refused to flinch and gazed silently at his father. A homemade sign in his hands delivered the message that Owen refused to…
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Competitors unhappy with judges’ scores
A baby shower isn’t in the cards for many pregnant service members and spouses stationed far away from family and friends. But 21 local military mothers-to-be were dealt a lucky hand Dec. 13 when the Southern Colorado March of Dimes hosted its annual Mission: Healthy Baby Shower at Fort Carson. “With you moving here and…