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Retired Capt. James Hubbard is inducted into the Hall of Heroes Wall of Gallantry memorial at the Coast Guard Academy, October 21st, 2022. Hubbard was formally recognized for his efforts during two helicopter rescues that he played an integral role in during his Coast Guard career. (U.S. Coast Guard photograph by Petty Officer 2nd Class Matthew Abban)

Nov. 10, 2022

3 Coast Guard Academy alums are inducted into the Hall of Heroes memorial

An annual tradition recognizing the heroic actions of academy alum.

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Nov. 10, 2022

Submit your ideas to GSA 10x by Nov. 30 

GSA wants your thoughts on digital foundations and equity in delivery 

The Sentinel-class fast response cutter USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) participate in a multilateral formation sail leaving Cairns, Australia, on Sept. 6, 2022, with crews from Australia and Fiji as the other ships depart for Exercise Kakadu off Darwin. The ships include HMAS Melville, a Leeuwin-class ship, HMAS Wollongong, an Armidale-class ship, RFNS Savenaca, a Guardian-class ship, and the Oliver Henry. (U.S. Coast Guard photo Chief Warrant Officer Sara Muir)

Nov. 9, 2022

New policy: Military Substance Abuse and Behavioral Addiction Program has many new features 

All Coast Guard members should review policy in its entirety 

Health Benefits Advisor Charlene Johnson talks with a retiree in the TRICARE Operations Department at Naval Hospital Jacksonville. Johnson, of Pensacola, Florida, enjoys helping people understand their TRICARE benefits. Johnson says “I love supporting our active duty, retirees, and beneficiaries.” TRICARE 2020 Open Season ends on Dec. 14.

Nov. 9, 2022

If you are looking to change your federal health insurance, TRICARE or FEDVIP open season starts Nov. 14.

It’s time to update or secure your health benefits.

A workspace for government members relocated during a natural disaster is readily available at the Coast Guard’s National Continuity of Operations site in St. Louis. Base Detachment St. Louis and Electronics Support Detachment St. Louis personnel devoted more than 100 hours planning, 200 hours of deinstallation, 1,800 of installation and 400 hours of quality assurance to creating the new site. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ayla Kelley)

Nov. 9, 2022

Coast Guard participates in Eagle Horizon Continuity of Operations Exercise

How the service sustains a culture of continuity.

Coast Guard Sector Boston recognizes new cuttermen aboard the USS Constitution during an Eight Bells celebration, Oct. 18, 2021. The annual occasion commemorates sea service with a variety of events, including a writing competition. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Tyler Meecham.)

Nov. 9, 2022

2 cuttermen win 2022 Eight Bells contest to celebrate afloat service 

These two authors captured experiences, challenges, camaraderie at sea.

Members of Coast Guard Maritime Safety and Security Team Los Angeles participated in a DHS Family Day celebration in San Bernardino, California, April 27, 2017. The event was designed to celebrate the Month of the Military Child offering kids tours, hands on exhibits and demonstrations of several DHS assets present. (U.S. Coast Guard photos by Petty Officer 3rd Class DaVonte Marrow)

Nov. 8, 2022

Preview 2023 TRICARE Health Plan Costs

Every year, TRICARE costs may change based on the law, the federal cost of living adjustment, changes in the cost of health care services and prescription drugs, and other factors. Depending on your TRICARE plan, you may see changes to your costs, including enrollment fees, premiums, cost-shares, and copayments next year. “The Defense Health Agency

Petty Officer 1st Class Alex “Gambit” Alfonso, an information systems technician stationed at Electronic Support Detachment Baltimore, and Christian “Jakespine” Jacobs, a Gold Star Gamer Marine team member, pose for a photo at Infinity Park in Glendale, Colorado, August 19, 2022. Alfonso is a member of the Coast Guard Gaming team that competed in the Warrior GMR Foundation’s Rocket League tournament and helped coach the Marine GSG team during the children’s league. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Jasmine Mieszala)

Nov. 8, 2022

Members game with Gold Star Children

Children of Gold Star families connect through gaming.

Capt. Melissa Powers, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with the 328th Combat Support Hospital, gives her analysis of a role-playing casualty for her Soldier to annotate during a training exercise at Fort Hunter Liggett, California, July 31, 2015. Powers and 328th CSH are taking part in Operation Caucacus Restore, which engages Soldiers in real world scenarios to prepare them for a deployment. These exercises are adaptive and have the capability to train units as large as 500 service members. (U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Joshua P. Morris/Released)

Nov. 7, 2022

Mastering your mindset could improve your performance, your life

Professionals from CHAMP explain what a mindset is and how you can use yours to your advantage. 

Retired Coast Guard Capt. Tony Russell is the executive director of the Center for Arctic Study and Policy (CASP). (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Matt Abban)

Nov. 7, 2022

CGA names new director for Center for Arctic Study and Policy (CASP)

Retired Coast Guard captain, and former cutterman, takes the helm at CASP.