Korean veterans
Never forget Korean War veterans
To the Editor: A time to remember. This year marks the 64th anniversary of the cease fire of the Korean War. A war by executive
July 28, 2017
5:09 am
Author: odva
Post-9/11 veterans
Hiker raising funds for veterans, families
For Tim Tuomey, the summer began with snow. The 51-year-old from Twain Harte, California, is hiking the 2,600-mile Pacific Crest Trail with support from Marine
July 27, 2017
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Korean veterans
64 years on: Veterans reflect on Korean War and honor the fallen
Today, United States and Korean Veterans joined together at the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., to commemorate the armistice agreement that brought a cease fire
July 27, 2017
12:32 pm
housing
South Coast Veterans’ Stand Down is Aug. 18
NORTH BEND — The eighth annual South Coast Veterans’ Stand Down will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18, at Southwest Oregon
July 27, 2017
11:49 am
women veterans
World War II Oregon WAVE Peggy Lutz Visits Tillamook Air Museum for Book Signing July 29
At 95 years young, Peggy Lutz is an inspiring figure who served as a Control Tower Operator at both Naval Air Station Klamath Falls and
July 26, 2017
4:19 pm
LGBTQ veterans
ODVA Responds to President’s Announcement Banning Transgender Americans from Military Service
The State of Oregon and the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs values and honors the contributions of all those who have served and continue to serve honorably in the military. Unequivocally, we proudly stand behind all veterans and service members who served with honor, regardless of gender identity, and we will continue to do so.
July 26, 2017
12:26 pm
memorials
Highway sign to honor fallen soldier scheduled
A ceremony to unveil a Fallen Hero Memorial Highway sign, respecting Jessica Ellis, will be held at the Lakeview Town Park on Friday, Aug. 4
July 26, 2017
8:00 am
Legion craft-and-bake sale July 29 in Cannon Beach
CANNON BEACH — The Cannon Beach American Legion Auxiliary is holding its annual craft-and-bake sale 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 29, at the
July 25, 2017
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Vietnam veterans
My Story of Service: Larry Slessler of Medford
Larry Slessler of Medford share stories from his time serving in the U.S. Air Force during the Cuban Missile Crisis and in Vietnam. Tales include
July 25, 2017
4:31 pm
healthcare
10 Things to Know About the Veterans Choice Program
The Veterans Choice Program (VCP) is a benefit that allows eligible Veterans to receive health care from a community provider rather than waiting for a
July 25, 2017
7:00 am
burial
Milwaukie Pioneer Cemetery adds gravestones for five veterans
American Legion Post 180 Honor Guard is leading the dedication ceremony for five new Milwaukie Pioneer Cemetery gravestones at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 29. The
July 24, 2017
4:35 pm
Vietnam veterans
‘The Vietnam War Oregon Remembers,’ An ‘Oregon Experience’ Documentary
Nearly 50 years after the end of combat operations in Vietnam, Oregonians remain deeply affected by the events of those times. “Oregon Experience” explores the
July 24, 2017
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