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(Dr. Joe Leverett wrote this for the U.S. Air Force to illustrate what the community of Altus did to get the KC-46A Pegasus training located here. This was published on Feb. 6, 2019)
As we eagerly …
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By Dr. Joe Leverett
Altus Military Affairs Committee |
1/1/20 02:58 PM
Blue Water Navy Veterans’ disability claims:
Did you serve in the offshore waters of the Republic of Vietnam between Jan. 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975? If so, then you’re considered a …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
1/1/20 09:31 AM
Some things about new base access:
New commissary and exchange customers will be granted on-base access in two phases, based on whether they have a Department of Veterans Affairs health insurance …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
12/24/19 06:32 PM
Have you thought about your New Year’s resolutions for 2020? When many of us make these promises, we focus on ways we can improve some form of our health. We vow to get more physically healthy …
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12/24/19 02:25 PM
Another treatment symptoms?
According to a study published this past May in The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, 80 percent of veterans surveyed reported using medical Marijuana to …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
12/17/19 11:50 AM
National wreaths across America Day is Dec. 14:
Honor and remember Veterans during the holiday season, the non-profit organization Wreaths Across America organizes the annual event of laying …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
12/10/19 09:37 AM
Why do you invest? For many people, here’s the answer: “I invest because I want to enjoy a comfortable retirement.” And that’s certainly a great reason, because all of us …
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12/3/19 01:14 PM
Veterans with PTSD and TBIs:
A class-action lawsuit aiming to upgrade the other-than-honorable “bad paper” discharges of Navy and Marine veterans could help those diagnosed with PTSD, …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
12/3/19 09:50 AM
Federal job resources for veterans:
Following are three of the most valuable resources every veteran should use while making a career transition:
BLS.gov - The Bureau of Labor Statistics site …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
11/26/19 02:19 PM
If you’re fairly new to investing, you might be wondering what sort of rules you should follow or moves you should make. And while everyone’s situation is different, there are indeed …
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11/26/19 11:48 AM
As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s meaningful to reflect on the origin of the holiday – Native Americans and pilgrims sharing their bounty of food with each other. As you gather with your …
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11/19/19 05:51 PM
Department of Defense expanding access:
The Department of Defense is expanding commissary, military exchange and morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR) retail privileges on U.S. military …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
11/19/19 02:15 PM
With holidays and celebrations quickly approaching, I would like to remind everyone of a few safe driving tips to keep your holiday travel safe.Before you begin your trip, make sure your vehicle and …
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By Lt. Richard Van Horn
Troop M, Altus |
11/19/19 10:07 AM
Each year, Veterans Day allows us to show our respect for the sacrifices that military veterans have made for our country. But have you ever stopped to think about what lessons our veterans can teach …
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11/12/19 05:23 PM
The executive director of the Oklahoma Cotton Council says this will be another good year for the cotton crop but tensions in China could affect the price of cotton.
Harvey Schroeder said cotton …
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By Rick Carpenter
rick@altustimes.com |
11/12/19 11:18 AM
Eligibility requirements for Tricare, ChampVA: A lot of veterans, their spouses, and active military ask service officers about supplemental medical programs and what the eligibility requirements …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
11/5/19 12:41 PM
Hiring Our Heroes helps Veterans
Finding a job is a daunting and sometimes difficult task after separating from the military. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
10/29/19 10:16 AM
Veterans report being turned away:
A core mission of the Department of Veteran Affairs is to provide health care to veterans, especially those who have disabilities related to their service. …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
10/22/19 10:21 AM
Newsletter for Veterans and active military
DOD pain rating:
The Defense Department has a new tool to help military health care providers tackle one of the most complex challenges facing …
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By Ronald S. Pandos |
10/15/19 09:41 AM
T47-12-417 Oklahoma Mandatory Seat Belt Use Act
This is Trooper Shane Newell #408 with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol and I have investigated multiple collisions. Some of these collisions were …
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10/11/19 04:58 PM
