Obama encourages federal hiring of veterans
The White House launched an effort on Nov. 9 that it says will turn the government into a model employer of military veterans and possibly provide encouragement for private employers to do the same.
Cutting scores released
Cutting scores are published each month by Marine Corps Headquarters in Washington. To get promoted, a Marine’s individual composite score must meet or exceed the cutting score. The following lists identify regular corporal and sergeant promotions for December.