Veterans receive Quilts of Valor
The Oregon Coastal Quilters Guild presented nine local U. S. Veterans with patriotic quilts as part of the guild’s Quilts of Valor program. Views: 33
April 4, 2019
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Category: Willamette Valley
What it’s like being an Army combat photographer in South Korea right now
When Private First Class Ethan T. Ford first thought about joining the military, he immediately had his hopes set on being a combat photographer. “Joining
April 4, 2019
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memorials
Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial replica arrives Tuesday
Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial replica arrives Tuesday …. and Communications for the fund, said she is pleased the wall is coming back to Oregon. Views: 46
March 29, 2019
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VFW Auxiliary head’s goal is to help vets, community
When people think about the VFW building on Highway 20, they figure it’s “just some bar” where veterans and members get drunk, says Cathy Lindsay.
March 26, 2019
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tribal veterans
Native American Veterans Fight On, For Support And Recognition
Of the 317,000 veterans in Oregon, 3900 are Native American. Historically, the First Nations have enlisted at higher rates than any other demographic, despite not
March 20, 2019
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WWII veterans
Decades After Service, Veteran, Scholar, And Spy Gets Gold Medal Honor
More than 70 years after he served in World War II, a Eugene-area veteran, former spy, and retired English professor has received Congressional recognition. Views:
March 20, 2019
3:11 pm
Creswell VFW talks to Congress
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) held a national conference in Washington DC this month to discuss the priority goals of the organization, in which
March 20, 2019
8:38 am
Journey the dog begins journey to become service dog for veteran
“Our 84-year history has existed to serve veterans and our nation’s … of snow that quickly,” said Rodakowski, of the Oregon Hazelnut Commission. Views: 47
March 19, 2019
7:48 pm
OVH
Birthday memories
Robin Barrett, a resident of the Edward C. Allworth Veterans’ Home, … He has become a bit of a celebrity, being featured in the Oregon
February 27, 2019
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justice
Veterans Treatment Court helps vets in need
Veterans Treatment Court takes veterans who have found themselves in legal trouble because of their mental health disorders or addictions and … Views: 583
February 22, 2019
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housing
City continues to look at vets’ housing issues
He previously met with the director of Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs to help make a list of homeless veterans in the city and work
February 20, 2019
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Honoring with hearts: Seven Oak students bring Valentine’s Day cards to veterans
LEBANON — A Valentine’s Day card can mean many different things. On Wednesday, handmade cards distributed by members of the Seven Oak Middle School leadership
February 13, 2019
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