Lifestyle & Retirement

The diagnosis had come less than two years into retirement after 20 years of distinguished service

Putting together a simple budget is not difficult. Here are some tips

Regardless of what option turns out to best fit your family’s needs, there are some very important points to remember as you’re making choices

You will understand your capabilities and limitations while tackling shooting scenarios that are unwieldy or impossible to replicate at your department training

There will be both ups and downs, but you will meet incredible people and work with some of the best folks on the planet

"Fitness can determine your energy and power, whether you are on duty during an altercation or off duty playing with your kids."

"On a daily basis, if you don't have enough nutrients in your body, what happens is your energy starts to deplete. What that can turn into and often does in law enforcement is weight gain."

"If you have any difficulty limiting your intake at all, meaning you can't keep it to one drink, it is much better never to drink at all."

"Over time your career will tend to occupy more and more of your life if you let it. And as we become more invested in our careers, we start to care about things that are not in our control."

"Examine your emotions. Examine your closest relationships. How are you treating others? How are you treating yourself?"

"Research shows that about 75% of our law enforcement do not get sufficient sleep on their shift nights."

Mel Brown, who previously worked for the Annapolis and Seat Pleasant police departments, leads STEM-based LEGO challenges for his local Boys & Girls Club

The sad reality is that many public safety families struggle to enforce the law on the street only to lose control of the battle at home

Not only does playing the bagpipes relieve stress, it can also bring a much needed sense of purpose

Regardless of your level of wealth, the failure to establish an estate plan can be detrimental to your family