Finding new faces for the Marines
The creative minds behind Marine Corps recruiting are trying to make TV ads that portray a more realistic picture of being a Marine than some of their ads in the past have. And to do that, they’re recruiting real Marines. Thomas Brennan of the Jacksonville (NC) Daily News reports on the casting call at Camp Lejeune, and explains what directors are looking for to represent the Corps. Full story.
Cutting down on military contracting
Contractors provide a big proportion of services to the U.S. military, and are usually paid significantly more for their services than in-house employees would be. A Montana senator and retired colonel is introducing a bill that aims to reduce and restrict that practice in the future, and Jenn Rowell of the Great Falls Tribune brings clarity to the complex and often-overlooked topic. Full story.
Virginia’s uninsured veterans
Veterans who aren’t qualified for benefits from the VA and also can’t get Medicaid find themselves in a tough spot when it comes to getting the health care they need. Amy Jeter of the Virginian-Pilot reports on this segment of the population in Virginia.
More sexual assault reporting at Fort Hood
Reports of sexual assaults are up at Fort Hood, but experts believe it’s actually an indication of improved reporting procedures rather than an increase in assaults. Rose L. Thayer of the Killeen Daily Herald reports.
