John Miterko was appointed as the Texas Coalition of Veteran's Organization's Legislative Liaison in 2008 where he has brought a broad range of experience and knowledge for the benefit of veterans. John will be joining the 2010 Veteran's Day Telethon live from Texas to talk about legislation pending that effects our veterans and their families ...

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Terry B. Burkett is a 22+ year retired Navy veteran having served from June 1964 to December 1986. After a remarkable career, Terry retired as an Aviation Antisubmarine Warfare Operator Senior Chief Petty Officer while attached to NMPC Det Dallas, TX. Upon transfer to Fleet Reserve, Terry worked for Lockheed Missiles and Space Company Austin ...

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“Field of Blue” With the Dina Preston Band Join the Veteran’s Day Telethon Lineup!

July 21, 2010
Dina Preston Band "Ambassadors of Goodwill"

“Field of Blue” was written in tribute to our men and women who served and are stationed overseas in the Armed Forces. You are the”STARS” in the “FIELD of BLUE”

The Dina Preston Band has performed over 20 Armed Forces Entertainment and U.S. Embassy Tours representing Arizona and the United States as [...]

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“Totally American” By Dan Smee & Shoba Sreenivasan Join the Veteran’s Day Telethon Lineup!

July 21, 2010

Utilizing the American military experience, a one of a kind exciting new book “Totally American” inspires readers to take charge of their lives. By tapping into the uniquely American traits of optimism, perseverance, and resilience, the book offers a compelling approach to move forward in a mission-driven plan to success and fulfillment in life.

Author Dan [...]

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Vietnam Veteran Honored Four Decades After His Death

July 20, 2010

Original Article:  Fox 8 News

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2010 Veteran’s Day Campaign Has Launched!

July 6, 2010

Support Our Veterans Around The Globe “Show Us Your Red, White & Blue”
Long Island, NY –July 6, 2010 Flags Still Stands For Freedom will launch its 3rd annual “Support Our Veterans” campaign” to honor and celebrate the thousands of men and women across the globe who have served in defense of this country and who [...]

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Our 2009 Campaign Site is Going Down

June 28, 2010

Yes, it’s true.  Our 2009 Veteran’s Day Campaign site “Flag Still Stands For Freedom” is coming down this week in preparation for the 2010 Veteran’s Day Telethon.  If there is anything on the current site that you would like to have copies of, please contact me immediately at LauraKennedyLive@gmail.com and I will be happy to [...]

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VA Announces Change to Medication Copays for Some Veterans

June 17, 2010

Press Release on June 10, 2010

WASHINGTON – As previously announced on January 7, 2010, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) froze prescription copayment increases for six months.  Veterans who generally have higher income and no service-connected disabilities – referred to as Priority Groups 7 and 8 Veterans – will now [...]

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2 Connellsville-based guardsmen died for love of their country

June 14, 2010

By Daveen Rae Kurutz and A.J. Panian
PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Monday, June 14, 2010

Bryan Hoover and Robert Fike served in the military together for years, dedicated to defending their country. Although they lived more than 100 miles apart, they died together during a suicide bombing Friday in Afghanistan while on their second tour of duty [...]

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Why is the American Flag Important?

June 14, 2010

By Stuart Michael M

When we talk about American flag, it has always been associated with ‘Old Glory’ and ‘Starry Banner’. This flag is the most respectable and it is recognized throughout the world. Why? The answer is simply because United States is categorized as one of the most powerful and dominant countries from the past [...]

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