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There are many companies that want to extend their appreciation to the military community through a military discount. One military discount that you may not have realized available to military members is through the airlines. If you are looking to travel be sure to check out the military discount fares offered by the following airlines. I have found through personal experience that it is often a better deal to purchase your ticket through the website directly or through a company such as expedia. However, I noticed if you need to plan a last minute flight or are flexible on your travel dates... read more

MyCAA~A great benefit for Military Spouses, Broken Down What is MyCAA? Military Spouse Career Advancement Account Scholarship — Helping Spouses Pursue Higher Education The MyCAA Scholarship is a workforce development program that provides up to $4,000 of tuition assistance with an annual fiscal year cap of $2,000 to eligible military spouses. Annual cap waivers are available for licensure and certificate programs if there is an upfront tuition cost that exceeds $2,000 (up to the maximum education benefit of $4,000). The scholarship helps military spouses pursue licenses, certificates, certifi... read more

ABOUT DAV THRIFT STORES: The DAV Thrift Stores have served the Hampton Roads community for more than 20 years. With seven locations, all proceeds generated from store sales through your donations stay local. Come shop your local store or donate your gently used clothing and household discards, and contribute to our mission. New Military Appreciation Days - 15th of every month! The seven DAV Thrift Stores in Hampton Roads will be offering all active duty and retired members of the Armed Services and their family members a 20% discount on their purchases throughout the day on the 15th of every ... read more

Looking for something FUN to do this President's Day Weekend? Enjoy FREE Admission to U.S. National Parks from February 14-16, 2015! In celebration of Presidents Day, all National Parks that charge entrance fees will be FREE from Feb. 14 - 16. Also, don't forget that active duty military, and the dependents of deployed military can get a FREE annual National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. FIND A NATIONAL PARK Free Annual Pass for U.S. Military Available to U.S. military members and dependents in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard and also, Reserve and National Guar... read more

The Virginia Living Museum Presents Reptiles! Bizarre and Beautiful February 14-16, 2015! Great event coming up at The Virginia Living Museum and you don't even have to like snakes and lizards to enjoy it. I have a horrible fear of reptiles but actually found a new appreciation for them through this show. And, if you are a reptile lover than you will absolutely love this annual event. Reptiles! Bizarre and Beautiful at the Virginia Living Museum Feb. 14-16 Enjoy three days of native and exotic reptiles at the Virginia Living Museum, Newport News, Feb. 14-16. See exotic reptiles from around th... read more