County honors long time employee retiring from Veterans Services - Austin Daily Herald

County honors long time employee retiring from Veterans Services - Austin Daily Herald

The Mower County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday morning, honored Judy Oswald, who retired from her position as Veteran Services Office Technician after 27 years. “I’ve liked working here,” Oswald said  in speaking to those gathered at Tuesday’s meeting. “It’s been the best place to work. The County Attorney’s office, I enjoyed working there too. It really has been fun and I do miss everybody already.” Although she retired from Veterans Servic…

Army policy aims to give retiring service members ample decision-making time - Transition - Military Families

One of the best things you can do to ensure you’re making good financial decisions is giving yourself time. The Army began a pilot program in 2023 allowing soldiers to request retirement 24 months before their retirement date. Stars and Stripes reported that the Army recently extended the program through September.  Previously, soldiers could not request retirement until 12 months prior. With terminal leave, Skillbridge, medical appointments, an…