Veterans News
News about those who have served in the military or for professionals who work with military units. Information includes benefits, services, products, technology, innovations and events of interest to veterans.
On Veteran’s Day, Dunrobin Releases Unique Children’s Book on US Navy Blue Angels
Being a Blue Angel takes children behind the scenes with the US Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels. “Being a Blue Angel” shows kids all the jobs the Blue Angels do, from the pilots to the maintenance crew, and more. And uses the real Blue Angels to inspire children towards science and math education, team sports, positive life choices and their dreams. This is the first book for children to ever take this approach. - November 05, 2012 - Dunrobin Publishing
November is Enable America's 4th Annual "Disabled Veteran Employment Mentoring Month"
Enable America, a nonprofit organization devoted to empowering people with disabilities to achieve independence through employment, is proud to announce this month as its 4th annual Disabled Veteran Employment Mentoring Month. In November the organization’s programming will be committed to... - November 04, 2012 - Enable America
Pillar To Post Included in Top 100 Vet Friendly Franchises for 2012
North America’s Largest Home Inspection Company Continues to Remain a Helpful, Attractive Option for Veterans. - November 03, 2012 - Pillar To Post
Fairfield Harbour Honors U.S. Military with Day of Recognition and Remembrance on Sunday, Nov. 11
Local Boating and Golf Community Hosts Veterans Day Program in Honor of Those Who Served - November 02, 2012 - Fairfield Harbour
Special Savings for Veterans and Active Military in Overland Park, KS Area
Veteran's Day is an opportunity for the Paul Surles Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Realty Partners, Inc. to honor those who have served or are currently active in the military. - October 27, 2012 - Paul Surles @ Keller Williiams Realty Partners, Inc.
Military Theme Park Opens in Las Vegas
A brand new indoor machinegun range has opened one block off the Las Vegas Strip with an inventory of over 300 machineguns. - October 10, 2012 - Battlefield Vegas
Invisible Disabilities Champions Join the Expedition in Lone Tree, Colorado for the Invisible Disabilities Association’s 5th Annual Honors Award Banquet on Oct. 14, 2012
Colorado based Invisible Disabilities Association honors individuals and organizations from Colorado and around the nation at their fifth annual awards banquet in Lone Tree, CO on Oct. 14, 2012. Keynote speakers will be world record holder, adventure athlete Antarctic Mike (Pierce) and his wife, Angela. Renowned Radio Host Rick Crandall of Studio 1430 KEZW will be the Master of Ceremonies. Roselyn Saunders, local community volunteer extraordinaire, is this year’s Honorary Banquet Chair. - September 27, 2012 - Invisible Disabilities Association
SargesList Announces Partnerships with Government Travel Rewards
SargesList, a trusted resource for military classifieds and lifestyle information, recently partnered with Government Travel Rewards, which provides discounts to military and other government workers. - September 18, 2012 - SargesList
Wexford University Offers 15 Percent Discount for U.S. Military Personnel Who Want to Earn Nutrition, Fitness and Sport Psychology Degrees
Wexford University now offers a 15 percent discount for members of the military. Wexford offers online associate through doctoral degrees in a variety of health, fitness, nutrition and sport psychology fields. - August 31, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Harris Seeds Hosted a "Picnic for the Vets" Event for the Veterans of Our Armed Forces on Saturday, August 25, 2012
Harris Seeds in Rochester, NY hosted a ‘Picnic for the Vets’ event for the Veterans of our Armed Forces on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at the Harris Seeds facility at 355 Paul Road. Harris Seeds was pleased to hold this event to demonstrate their gratitude to the veterans and thank those... - August 29, 2012 - Harris Seeds
Enable America Promotes Employment of Disabled Veterans and Wounded Warriors in Washington DC Area
Enable America, a nonprofit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, will conduct a series of job-site mentoring activities this summer in the Washington DC area for disabled veterans and wounded warriors. These programs will be held in conjunction with Enable... - August 22, 2012 - Enable America
Operation: Coming Home Hosts Groundbreaking for Fourth Hero Home
Volunteer Project Builds Fourth Home to Honor the Service of U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Richie Chavis. - August 22, 2012 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
OutMilitary.com Launches Mobile App for Gay Service Members
The new OutMilitary.com mobile app gives gay service members a powerful tool to find and connect with one another right on their smartphone, they can literally "see" other gay service members on their base, ship, wherever. - August 20, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
Fike Donates to Blue Springs Veterans Way Memorial
On Friday, August 3, 2012, Fike President and CEO, Chuck Kopoulos, presented a $10,000 check to Blue Springs Mayor, Carson Ross, showing Fike’s support and lead partnership for the Veterans Way Memorial. In 2010, Blue Springs hosted "The Wall That Heals," a traveling replica of... - August 08, 2012 - Fike
Sacramento Job Fair for Veterans
Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair for Military Veterans, Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve members is an excellent way for us to thank our military veterans for their service. This event will be on POW-MIA Day and will be a part of the Classic Yacht Association’s wreath laying service. - August 05, 2012 - NC Fleet Classic Yacht Association
Michigan Antique Festival Shabby Chic & Industrial Design Market
Newly added area highlighting Shabby Chic and Industrial Design at the Michigan Antique Festival in Midland, MI. Adding to the over 1000 quality dealers at the festival, the new area will showcase some of the Midwest's highest quality dealers in Shabby Chic and Industrial items. - August 02, 2012 - Michigan Antique Festivals
Baker University to be Represented at Department of Defense Worldwide Education Symposium
Baker University will participate at the Department of Defense Worldwide Education Symposium 2012 July 23-27 at the MGM Grand and Signature at MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Baker is designated a 2012 Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs magazine. The university offers special rates for active military and discounts for spouses of military members. http://www.bakeru.edu/contact/directories/university-wide-offices-a-services/veterans/spgs-military-discount - July 16, 2012 - Baker University - School of Professional and Graduate Studies
Montlick & Associates Founder, David Montlick, Receives Patriotism Award from the Association of the United States Army
David R. Montlick, CEO and Founder of the well-regarded Georgia Personal Injury Law Firm Montlick & Associates, has been awarded the 2012 Southeast Patriotism Award from the Association of the United States Army. In addition to receiving the award, Mr. Montlick was the keynote speaker at the... - June 29, 2012 - Montlick & Associates, Attorneys at Law
MyReviewsNow.net Adds Affiliate Partner Ageless Male to As Seen on TV Portal of Virtual Mall
New addition to MyReviewsNow.net’s As Seen On TV Products Portal, Ageless Male, helps men with low testosterone achieve normal and health levels. Plus, shoppers who buy two bottles of supplements receive one free, and enjoy free shipping on orders above $99 and a 30-day no risk guarantee. - June 19, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Canadian Film Chosen for Film Festival in New York City
After a long battle with Bipolar Disorder, Montreal filmmaker Costa Moshopoulos is chosen to premiere his short film at the Manhattan Film Festival. - June 16, 2012 - Fegari Entertainment
NASDVOB Launches Veteran's Business Training Program July 9, 2012
The National Association of Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (NASDVOB) recently announced that the first Veterans Pathway to Success Training Program will commence on July 9, 2012. The customized training program guides U.S. Veteran small business owners through the process of setting up and managing a business and successfully acquiring local, state and government contracts in the United States. - June 13, 2012 - National Association of Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Inc.
Internet Tech Specialists Donates Marketing Package to Business for a Veteran Contest
Hartman Inventory Systems is giving away a home inventory business package to a veteran in a contest that launches on Memorial Day. - May 29, 2012 - Internet Tech Specialists
American Hero T-Shirt Announces Limited Edition Sale
Beginning May 21 at 8:00am CST, American Hero T-Shirt is running a 7-day sale for a limited edition Live from Your Patriotic Heart patriotic apparel shirt. - May 21, 2012 - American Hero T Shirt
Memorial Day Roses Honor Those Who Have Given the Ultimate Sacrifice
Phillip’s Flowers and Dignity Memorial to Distribute Thousands of Free Roses at Chicago Area Memorial Day Services. - May 16, 2012 - Phillip's Flowers & Gifts
Judgment Recovery Institute Extends Patriot Grant for U.S. Military Veterans for Another Year
The Judgment Recovery Institute (JRI) introduced the Patriot Grant in May 2011 to our U.S. Military Veterans. Now, JRI is pleased to announce that this generous donation has been extended to May 2013. - May 16, 2012 - Judgment Recovery Institute
2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride Welcomes American Portfolios as a Sponsor
Leading financial services company and independent broker/dealer American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc. (APFS) has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military. - May 16, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Michigan’s Largest Antique & Collectible Festival Will be Hosting the Michigan Vietnam Memorial Wall on June 2-3
Michigan Antique Festival is proud to announce the addition of the Michigan Vietnam Memorial Wall to the June 2nd – 3rd Festival at the Midland County Fairgrounds. - May 11, 2012 - Michigan Antique Festivals
The NSLS Excellence in Leadership 2012 Award Goes to Dr. H. Matthes (Matthes Consulting), Mr. M. Jones (Ford), Dr. I. Kopaliani (CxTGroup, Inc), and Mr. J. Saunders
The two year journey by the four-member Success Network Team (Dr. Heike Matthes of Matthes consulting, Mr. Michael D. Jones of Ford Motor Company, Dr. Irene Kopaliani of CxTGroup, Inc, and Mr. Jeffrey Saunders) culminated with the achievement of the Presidential Seal and the National Excellence in... - May 10, 2012 - CxT Group, Inc.
Mother's Day 2012 and the Legacy of Motherhood on Future Generations
In response to the recent, April 18th 2012 Vatican reprimand of US Catholic Nuns and the approaching "Mother's day 2012," Michael Parish of Calcoic kicks off a "future generation rights campaign" calling for consumer boycotts and a declaration of non-violent war on the current generation's self centeredness and mishandling of this planet's resources and relationships as a trust account for future generations. - May 08, 2012 - Calcoic.com
DynCorp International Again Honored as Veteran-Friendly Employer
DynCorp International again named one of the country’s best veteran-friendly organizations. - May 03, 2012 - DynCorp International LLC
Long® Fence Supports Wounded Warriors with Chain Link Fence Donation
Long® Fence is honored to be a sponsor of the Memorial Day Tribute to Wounded Warriors presented by Beethoven Found. Long® Fence will provide over 350 linear feet of chain link fence for the event. The donated chain link fencing will help create a temporary outfield for the Wounded Warrior... - April 25, 2012 - Long Fence
Six Wounded Warriors on World T.E.A.M. Sports Warrior 100K Team
Six wounded warriors from World T.E.A.M. Sports will ride with President George W. Bush in the second annual Warrior 100K ride April 26-28. The ride at Palo Duro Canyon near Amarillo, Texas will include 20 disabled veterans. - April 20, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Balfour Beatty Construction Delivers Two LEED Platinum Buildings at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
Balfour Beatty Construction announced today that the Wounded Warrior Headquarters and Hope and Care Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., received a LEED® Platinum Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI). - April 10, 2012 - Balfour Beatty Construction
DynCorp International Recognized for Support of Veteran-Owned Businesses
DynCorp International recognized for its partnership with veteran-owned businesses. - April 08, 2012 - DynCorp International LLC
U.S. Marines Plan Historic 600 Mile Relay Run to Raise Funds and Awareness for Fellow Wounded Warriors
The Liberty Run Marines Group, Jersey City Police Marines Association, and a group of wounded warriors will take part in a 600 plus mile relay run to raise funds and awareness for our wounded warriors and pay tribute to the sacrifices of all our veteran brothers. On the morning of April 16, 2012... - April 06, 2012 - Liberty Run Marines Group
Houston Housing Authority Receives Funding from HUD to Fight Homelessness Among Veterans
The Houston Housing Authority was awarded $890,000 by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide permanent housing to Houston’s homeless veterans. The funding will allow HHA to administer an additional 150 vouchers through its HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing... - April 01, 2012 - Houston Housing Authority
Honor Flight Lands in Nevada
Honor Flight Nevada has finally landed in the “Battle Born” State of Nevada and will lead its first group of World War II (WWII) veterans to Washington, D.C. this summer to visit the National WWII Memorial. The mission of Honor Flight is to transport America’s veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit those memorials dedicated to honor their sacrifices. - March 30, 2012 - Honor Flight Nevada
New Flag Display Cases, and Medal Display Cases Offered by Flags Connections
Flagconnections.com hopes their flag and certificate case will be another online success for anyone looking for a military gift idea. - March 29, 2012 - Flags connections
OutMilitary.com Officials Celebrate Gay Pride Events at Service Academies
OutMilitary.com, a social network for LGBT service members and their supporters, is proud to support the recent formation of LGBT clubs on campus at many of the nation’s military academies, and various Gay Pride events taking place this week as well. Cadets in uniform at Norwich University,... - March 28, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
Enable America Names Five Winners in Tampa Bay Lightning Contest to Honor Disabled Veterans and Wounded Warriors
Five disabled veterans have been chosen as winners in Enable America’s “Fan of the Game” contest, which was held in conjunction with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The five will be honored in a series of events this weekend, including the Lightning’s game Saturday night against... - March 24, 2012 - Enable America
Female Army Captain Organizes Veteran Job Line
War veteran turned media entrepreneur, U.S. Army Reserve Captain Lynette Jones (http://newdaytalkradio.squarespace.com/thecaptain/) is encouraging returning veterans to join a job line on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles this coming Thursday, March 22, from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. The purpose of the... - March 22, 2012 - New Day Talk Radio
Student Vets Seek Stress Management, Connections at Coming Home Project Retreat, March 28-31, Near Yosemite National Park
The Coming Home Project today announced a special retreat for Student Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars that will take place March 28 to 31 near Yosemite National Park. Attending the retreat will be women and men veterans from around the USA. The Coming Home Project is a nationally... - March 21, 2012 - Coming Home Project
U.S. Military’s Unsung Cultural Heroes: Warrior-Diplomats Command Soft Power
Highly skilled “warrior-diplomats” quietly learn about new cultures and build strategic relationships by using 7 key strategies that play to their individual strengths, Drs. Louise Rasmussen and Winston Sieck of Global Cognition report in the March-April issue of Military Review. The... - March 15, 2012 - Global Cognition, LLC
Defense Strategies Institute Announces Their Next DoD/VA iEHR & HIE Summit Benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project
In October, 2011, DSI, A Veteran Owned Small Business, gathered Senior DoD, VA, and Federal Healthcare Leadership, along with industry to discuss and debate the iEHR architectural roadmap released by then SECDEF Gates and Gen. Shinseki. For the next iteration of the Summit in May, DSI has decided to spearhead bold discussions and debates on “How to be Successful Across Domain Data Sharing & the iEHR.” - February 16, 2012 - Defense Strategies Institute
New Connecticut Resource for Veterans and Their Families
Continue2March is a developing non-profit organization dedicated to connecting veterans and their families with much needed services. Visit the new home page. - February 13, 2012 - Continue2March
Discharged Under Don't Ask Don't Tell Six Years Later Service Member Reenlists
His dream of becoming a seagoing sailor was cut short by the discriminatory policy known as, “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” Now, William Norman is back and ready for action. Earlier this week he enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard. - February 09, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
D. F. Pierce Author Releases 6 Books in 3 Mounths
Pierce, dyslexic author, took 22 years to write 3 of the 6 books released. Only weeks to create his short stories, Pierce never gave up, every word he wrote he had to look up to check the spelling several times. Not a single sentence looked the same twice to Pierce. At first, people he new would... - February 05, 2012 - Power or Wow
Veterans Bill of Rights Petition to Help Homeless Veterans and Military Families
A Veterans Bill of Rights petition is being circulated by Project Foot, a Florida based charity for homeless veterans and military families. The Veterans Bill of Rights addresses key issues with the Department of Veterans Affairs such as veteran homelessness, PTSD, discrimination, reintegration and hidden government programs. - January 26, 2012 - Project Foot
Wilson County Veteran Starts Patriotic Clothing Line
Charles Keel has traded his fatigues for blue jeans. After serving a decade in the United States Armed Forces, the Lebanon native has taken on a new role as CEO of NYA Clothing Brand. - January 18, 2012 - N/A
Patriots: Former Special Operators & Community Leaders Build Brand
Leisure Clothing Line on a Mission - January 14, 2012 - N/A