Griffin" Hawley, the Golden Retriever service dog, is given a congratulations hug by his owner Brittany Hawley after being presented an honorary diploma by Clarkson, during the Clarkson University "December Recognition Ceremony" in Potsdam, N.Y., Saturday Dec. 15, 2018. Griffin's owner, Brittany … [Read more...]
2018 Year In Review
1: The Passing of George HW Bush Military.com | By Richard Sisk The passing of George H.W. Bush, who died last Friday in Houston at age 94, was of special significance to the U.S. military. He was one of them, the youngest pilot in the Navy when he was commissioned, … [Read more...]
‘5 eyes. 5 arms. 4 legs. All American:’ Wounded vets meet on first day of new Congress
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, former Navy SEAL. (Dan Crenshaw/Facebook) JANUARY 06, 2019 CAITLIN DOORNBOS – STARS AND STRIPES Army veteran and Florida Rep. Brian Mast tweeted a photo Thursday marking the swearing-in ceremony of fellow wounded veterans and Republican congressmen Jim Baird … [Read more...]
New Device Helps Fighter Pilots Urinate. And Possibly Saves Lives
Capt. Michelle “Mace” Curran, 355th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, looks up during launch preparations on the flightline, March 4, 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samantha Mathison) 3 Jan 2019 The Dayton Daily News | By Kara Driscoll Most of us take our bathroom breaks for granted, … [Read more...]
American Legion Post 149 Volunteers at KLUC’s Toy Drive
9 of 11 By: Su Phelps Photos by: Su Phelps and Lawrence Oravetz For 4 to 5 years, American Legion Post 149 members have volunteered at the 98.5 KLUC’s Toy Drive, hosted by KLUC 98.5 host Chet Buchanan. Annually, they come to Toy Drive at NV Energy after … [Read more...]
Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday, December 15
By: Janet Snyder Civil Air Patrol Major James Grindstaff welcomed the largest crowd ever at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City. By 8 a.m. the Chapel was filled, all seats were taken and people were standing. Chairs were set up outside on both sides of the Chapel, and … [Read more...]
YMCAs Of Southern Nevada Become PURPLE HEART YMCA’s
By: Len Yelinek The four YMCAs of Southern Nevada have become PURPLE HEART YMCA’s. Holding the plaques designating their facilities as such are (from left) Mike Lubbe, So. Nevada CEO, Bill & Lillie Heinrich YMCA; Breezy Bolden, Sr Exec. Director. Centennial Hill YMCA; Ray Fraser, Exe … [Read more...]
Honor Flight Reunion Luncheon
By Veterans Reporter News -November 30, 2018 Honor Flight Southern Nevada held their Honor Flight Reunion Luncheon on Nov 17th at the Sun City Aliante. Each of the past Honor Flight recipients were honored with a quilt and a certificate from Quilts of Valor after their … [Read more...]
Mikel’s Photography & Design Wants WWII, Korean, & Vietnam Veterans
By: Janet Snyder Mikel Conrad, owner of Mikel’s Photography & Design at 155 South Water Street in Henderson, is looking for Veterans of WWII, Korean War & Vietnam. He is working on a project to photograph these veterans and tell their story. You can come to his studio, or if you are … [Read more...]
Disagree With Your Disability Decision? We’ll Take Another Look
By Barbara Duckett Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Las Vegas, NV Social Security is here to help secure today and tomorrow by providing benefits and financial protection for millions of people. This assistance allows people with severe disabilities … [Read more...]
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