The Department of Veterans Affairs will begin accepting applications for its partial‑claim program on June 15, a move designed to give eligible service members a chance to prevent foreclosure on their homes. By allowing a temporary reduction in mortgage payments, the initiative aims to keep veterans and their families in their residences while they regain financial stability.
A New Path to Homeownership
A ceremony scheduled for June 27 will commemorate the Tomb of the Unknown Patriot of the American Revolution at Fort Laurens in Ohio, alongside the remains of 22 other colonial soldiers. The event, organized by the Ohio History Connection, will draw descendants, historians, and community leaders to reflect on the Revolutionary War’s legacy.
The Flag Day Convening in Washington, D.C., will feature Navy reservist and NASCAR driver Jesse Iwuji as the headline speaker. His dual career in motorsports and the Navy exemplifies the blend of tradition and modernity that the ceremony seeks to highlight.
VA Secretary Doug Collins is slated to address participants at the Disney Veterans Institute, an initiative that connects transitioning service members with employment opportunities at The Walt Disney Company. Collins’ remarks will focus on expanding career pathways for veterans within the entertainment and hospitality sectors.
Recent data show the veteran unemployment rate slipping to 3.3 % in May, down from 3.7 % a year earlier, underscoring the positive impact of targeted hiring programs. At the same time, former Navy pilot John J. Domina has released a historical novel titled ‘The Goodflyers: Lords of the Emerald Coast,’ adding a literary voice to the broader narrative of military service.