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Show Us Your Red, White & Blue
What began as a radio talk show 2 years ago has now blossomed into a full scale virtual telethon. This campaign not only shares the experiences and memories of Veterans and their families but highlights the success and triumphs that our Veterans have brought to this Country not just on the battlefield but back here on our home soil.
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Texas Veterans Won’t Have to Carry Their DD214 to Prove They are a Vet!
Rep. Isaac Passes Legislation for Veteran’s Driver’s License AUSTIN, TX – During the 82nd legislative session, Rep. Jason Isaac (R-Dripping Springs) was successful in passing legislation that will allow veterans to add an endorsement to their Texas driver’s license. House … Continue reading
Good News in Hard Times
Medicare Prescription Drug Premiums Will Not Increase By Tom Berger The average age of the Vietnam Veteran is 64. As we reach 65, we find ourselves eligible for a host of programs tailored to seniors, programs like Medicare. While those … Continue reading
Vietnam Vets…Widows Face Filing Deadline
Deerfield Review, A Chicago Sun-Time Publication August 2, 2011 12:46PM In order to avoid losing thousands of dollars, Vietnam veterans who have an existing medical diagnosis in three new “presumptive diseases” to file claims before Aug. 30. The Veterans Assistance … Continue reading
The “Coin of the Military Brat” Helps Them to Share Their Story
The Coin of the Military Brat recognizes the unique personal strengths of Military Brats and honors them for the great sacrifices they make by sharing their parents with the nation they have chosen to serve. These are sacrifices that Brats … Continue reading
First Living Marine to Receive the Nation’s Highest Award
Mother says son is “humbled” to receive Medal of Honor By Claudia Grisales | Thursday, July 21, 2011, 11:24 AM Felicia Gilliam didn’t know her son was selected as a Medal of Honor recipient — the first living Marine to receive … Continue reading
VA Creates Women Veterans Call Center
Major Outreach Effort Launched WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has embarked on a major initiative to reach out to women Veterans in order to solicit their input on ways to enhance the health care services VA provides … Continue reading
Force of Nature Rocks the Stage at “Salute to America” Concert
Aaron Tippin is a force of nature, a man whose passion for music fuels an array of other vigorous enthusiasms. Apart from writing and recording songs and wowing crowds with his live appearances, Tippin is also a pilot, farmer, winemaker, … Continue reading
A SOLDIER’S HEARTFELT HIKE FOR HEROES ARRIVES IN THE BIG APPLE!
Watch for an update on “Hike For Heroes” on this year’s telethon! Iraq War Vet Troy Yocum’s Historic 16 Month – 7800 Mile Cross-Country Sojourn to Raise Funds for War Heroes Crosses The George Washington Bridge into Manhattan … Continue reading
New Diseases Added to VA Agent Orange Presumptive Illness List
By Marc Whitehead, on January 12th, 2011 The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has added Parkinson’s disease and ischemic heart disease to the list of “presumptive illnesses” related to Agent Orange exposure. In addition, VA expanded the presumption for chronic … Continue reading
Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day!
On March 7, 2010, the US Senate voted unanimously on a measure introduced by North Carolina Senator Richard Burr that declares March 30th as “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.” Senator Burr is the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on … Continue reading