Throughout the year, AARP strives to report on the military service of inspirational African American Veterans. But February is an especially important time to share
Hershel “Woody” Williams survived Iwo Jima, destroying six enemy pillboxes. When offered the COVID-19 vaccine, the Medal of Honor recipient didn’t hesitate. “I would encourage any
A local group is seeking input from the community on how to best honor veterans. Views: 486
Seventy U.S. soldiers who died in the Korean War have been identified out of a group of remains North Korean authorities released in 2018. The
Ray Wood’s neighbors posted greetings and hosted him at a celebration to mark his 93rd birthday in Keizer on Wednesday, Jan.20. Views: 511
On Wednesday, Bend Elks Lodge #1371 Trustee and Veterans representative Len De Groot presented a check for $5,500 to Erik Tobiason of the Bend Heroes Foundation for
U.S. Navy veteran Lynn Arnett reflects on his career, his reasons for giving back to the community and the friends made along the way Views:
When part of your job is hiding in bushes, scouting enemy territory, you’re bound to have some close calls. That’s exactly what Vietnam veteran Greg
Lake County is home to at least 780 veterans at latest count and the cost to provide hard-earned benefits to those men and women has
Designated family caregivers of Veterans participating in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers can receive COVID-19 testing and vaccinations. Each facility will determine its
The Roseburg Veterans Affairs Medical Center is now taking appointments for veteran patients to receive the COVID-19 Moderna vaccine. Views: 469
The VA helps provide medical, dental, education, pension and burial expenses. They can also provide mental health and alcohol and drug treatment … Views: 722
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