J.D. Simkins
Executive Editor
J.D. Simkins is the executive editor of Military Times and Defense News, and a Marine Corps veteran of the Iraq War.
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Pensacola Marine arrested, named prime suspect in murder of escort
Willie Ellington, 20, was taken into custody Dec. 18 by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office on charges of first-degree premeditated murder.
Navy orders commands to take all measures to avoid formations, mass gatherings
Unit leadership across the fleet is expected to follow social distancing guidelines.
Special Tactics airman dies in swim training incident
The airman, a Special Tactics combat controller, went missing just after 11 am.
Body of Air Force student diver recovered in Panama City, Florida
Per DoD policy, the identity of the student will not be made available until the sailor’s next of kin are notified.
Navy postpones promotions for 160,000 sailors until further notice amid coronavirus concerns
"Upon resumption, we anticipate boards will generally follow the original selection board sequence."
Comcast offering 2 months of free internet to low-income veterans in response to COVID-19
"We recognize that our company plays an important role in helping the military community stay connected to their families."
‘Honor Flight’ postpones all veteran tours through May 31 in response to COVID-19
Veterans with questions are encouraged to contact their nearest Honor Flight hub.
Here’s how Military Star card holders can seek assistance amid COVID-19 pandemic
“We’re here to support our cardholders during this challenging time.”
Air Force vet hoarded 17,700 bottles of hand sanitizer, then had no place to sell them — Sad!
Death tolls may be soaring, but the potential panic ignited by the thought that Colvin’s spawn may one day be unable to afford a top-tier, out-of-state college tuition is just too great to fathom.
How to avoid coronavirus, according to ISIS
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria would like a moment of your time.
