News by subject: VET

As he has done for the past 10 years, Carl Meyer will be spending the Fourth of July on a Wisconsin golf course to increase awareness about the work of Hire Heroes USA and to fundraise in support of its mission. It is a very personal effort that has...

The Air Force Aid Society today announced a $1 million grant to the Air Force Enlisted Village to complete a $3 million renovation community center project. The grant will be used to fund construction updates to the Bob Hope Village Community...

Horizon Services, a locally owned and operated cooling, heating, and plumbing company, joined area leaders in sponsoring 102.9 WMGK's 13th Annual John DeBella Veterans Radiothon. The event, which took place Friday, June 15th at the National...

Carowinds is paying tribute to our brave military service men and women by offering free park admission June 30-July 8, 2018 to any active, inactive or retired member of the United States military with valid military I.D., including discharge papers....

About Chicago Messenger Service and Veteran's Distribution: CMS is the leader in the Midwest/Chicago area in Final Mile Delivery, Warehousing, Distribution, and Courier Delivery work. The company has over 340,000 square feet with a sophisticated and...

Duke Energy today announced that it has received the 2018 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest honor the U.S. Department of Defense gives to companies for their outstanding support for employees who serve in the National...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will host regional Veteran stakeholders to discuss programs and services as well as issues facing Veterans and their families. Please note that...

In 2018, nearly 900 veterans have found a new career in ACT Ohio's Building Trades' registered apprenticeship programs, according to ApprenticeOhio. The hard work, accountability, and collaboration these men and women learned in the military is...

Quicken Loans, the nation's largest mortgage lender, today announced a long-term partnership with Community Solutions, the country's leading nonprofit focused on ending homelessness in America. Together, they will work toward putting an end to...

In an effort to respond to continued business growth and to meet ongoing customer requirements, UNIFIED POWER has executed a plan to hire transitioning U.S. military members and veterans for their TAG program. The TAG,...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will host regional Veteran stakeholders to discuss programs and services as well as issues facing Veterans and their families. Please note that...

When honouring fallen soldiers with new tree plantings, it makes it an extra special event to have their families involved. The Highway of Heroes Tree Campaign is excited to announce that it will be renewing its...

Injured veterans and their guests connected with one another as they unwound at a local restaurant during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. "This event was a great opportunity for my wife and me to spend...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will host regional Veteran stakeholders to discuss programs and services as well as issues facing Veterans and their families. Please note that...

Joey Chestnut Foods: WHO: Joey Chestnut, professional eater WHAT: Joey Chestnut announces a new line of condiments ? including Classic Boardwalk Coney Sauce, Spicy Firecracker Mustard and Deli-style Mustard ? with all online sales profits from...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will join His Excellency Shin Maeng-Ho, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Bill Black, President of the Korea Veterans Association Unit 7 in...

When Larry Hinkle talks about Texas, the pride the U.S. Marine Corps veteran has in the Lone Star state is evident. "I'm a fifth-generation Texan," Larry said, beaming about his home.  He is one of three American...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will host regional Veteran stakeholders to discuss programs and services as well as issues facing Veterans and their families. Please note that...

The Achilles Freedom Team of Wounded Veterans will have a veteran-founded moving company in its corner and on its race jerseys come Sunday in Central Park. U-Haul has proudly signed on as a $20,000 sponsor to support the...

Bird, the leader in last-mile electric mobility, today announced Red, White, and Bird, a new program that increases the accessibility of convenient, last-mile transportation options to U.S. military service members and veterans. Through the program,...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) organized an adaptive yoga workout that focused on the individual needs and ability levels of injured veterans and their family members. Expert yoga instructors provided personal coaching during the session....

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) supporters raise awareness and funds in many ways for the warriors the organization serves. And WWP dedicates every hour, dollar, and action to helping veterans achieve their highest ambition. Some supporters have used...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will join His Excellency Shin Maeng-Ho, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Bill Black, President of the Korea Veterans Association Unit 7 in...

Namaste, Chicago. Next week, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) will host a yoga class for wounded veterans and the local community. Leading this relaxing and empowering event is Army veteran Dan Nevins, who will also share the story of his recovery and...

The nonprofit Task Force Dagger Foundation (TFDF) is announcing new support from TracFone Wireless, Inc. (TracFone), America's top no-contract cell phone service provider, to help meet the special needs of United States Special Operations Command...

Ticketmaster, the global market leader in ticketing, announced it is partnering with Veteran Tickets Foundation, also known as Vet Tix, to provide a real-time feed of live event tickets to their 780,000 veterans of all eras, current servicemembers...

The Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "We are incredibly passionate about construction workers and skilled trades workers with mesothelioma receiving the very best possible financial compensation, especially if their initial exposure to asbestos...

For the 11th year in a row, Sears and Rebuilding Together have teamed to launch the Heroes at Home initiative, which benefits veterans and their families through fundraising and critical home repair nationwide. Sears volunteers from around the...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently gave injured veterans the opportunity to experience the healing powers of nature and camaraderie during a relaxed hike. "I wanted to do something outside the house, and hiking and...

Stryker Orthopaedics announced today plans to activate on-site at Travelers Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut. Stryker returns to the tournament for its second consecutive year to bring joint health education to golf fans. Additionally, Stryker...

"My life changed in ways I would never imagine," Dan Smee said as he recounted his experiences as a combat medic in Iraq. "On a daily basis, if you didn't see something traumatic, it was in your mind anyway ? maybe...

In the heart of Texas Hill Country, one deserving couple (and 100 of their closest friends and family) will get to experience a wedding of their dreams at The Ivory Oak, a premier wedding venue in Wimberley, Texas, owned by brother-sister team, Matt...

United Spinal Association will host Cheri Arnold from Arkansas at its 7th Annual Roll on Capitol Hill (ROCH), June 24-27 in Washington, D.C., along with other prominent disability advocates, to speak directly with legislators on issues that affect...

Making smartphones ring with integrity and a social conscious, Armed Forces Mobile has launched a new, simplified, discount cell phone plan. Offering customers exceptional nationwide coverage and no contracts, Armed Forces Mobile, which markets under...

Imani Amia Frederickson has been named Ashford University's Outstanding Alum of the Month for June 2018. The Ashford University Outstanding Alum of the Month recognition highlights Ashford graduates who have used their Ashford education as a...

Paralyzed veterans, their caregivers and families, business leaders, military and government officials took to the fairways today at The Golf Club at Lansdowne to raise funds for Paralyzed Veterans of America's Paving Access for Veterans Employment...

Sandhills Publishing will host a memorial for Nebraska veterans killed in combat since September 11th, 2011 beginning June 19th at its global headquarters in north Lincoln. The Remembering Our Fallen photo memorial includes military and personal...

Linda McMahon, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration and advocate for the nation's 30 million small businesses as a member of President Trump's cabinet, will visit a veteran-owned small business in San Diego on Wednesday, June 20, 2018....

The 40 million Americans who currently have student loans may not know how those loans came about. In 1944, veterans were the first main recipients of student loans and widespread financial support for college thanks to the GI Bill. Today, veterans...

Celebrities and common folk alike are lining up on street corners to taste the adult treats taking Charleston, S.C., by storm. In only two short years, Booze Pops owner Woody Norris has created a thriving business in the Charleston, S.C., area...

Injured veterans participated in a dynamic boxing class during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. Warriors learned how to maximize their workout with this empowering method of exercise at the Ultimate Fighting Championship® (UFC) Gym at...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) veterans hit frozen Medicine Lake with rod and reel in hand to go ice fishing for walleye, bluegill, or anything else willing to bite. The fishing event honored members of the Armed Forces...

Injured veterans and their guests empowered each other as they hit a rough hiking trail near Usery Mountain's Wind Cave during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. "I needed to get out and spend time with...

In May, 2018 EventPrep® announced its exciting new GiveAway for military spouses who have difficulty finding a sustainable job because of frequent Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves. Home-based event planning franchise EventPrep® is offering a...

Most Americans go through their everyday lives without having to worry about danger. This is partially because there are those who have chosen to make a career out of stepping up and being the first to respond in the event of a crisis. It's not an...

Today, Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania and co-sponsors Rep. Anthony Brown of Maryland and Rep. Chris Smith of New Jersey introduced H.R. 6101 ? The VA Personnel Equity Act of 2018 ? to protect the more than 360,000 working people at the...

Claim Academy, a software developer bootcamp in St. Louis, is happy to announce the launch of their first apprenticeship program, which was born out of a goal to help retired military start a civilian career in technology. Although anyone may apply...

Don Stratton (95), one of the last remaining survivors from the attack on the USS Arizona in Pearl Harbor, was honored on Friday as the Interstate 25 /Fillmore Bridge in Colorado Springs was named in the U.S. Navy veteran's honor. Presented by the...

After their service in uniform, many of Canada's Veterans continue to provide outstanding service to their country, their communities and their fellow Veterans. Today the Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate...

Canada's Veterans Ombudsman Guy Parent will host a public Town Hall on June 19 in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. Members of the Canadian armed forces and the RCMP, Veterans and their families, and other interested parties are invited to attend....