Veteran turns struggle with PTSD into writing career
For military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), overcoming trauma can be difficult. So can talking about it but a Bay Area veteran found an outlet in writing about his experiences.
Veterans get free Thanksgiving dinners, with a side of gratitude
"We want our fellow service members to know we have their back. We still live by the mantra that that we never leave a service member behind," one volunteer explained.
Veteran's 100th birthday made special by parade of well-wishers
Navy Veteran Vince Earl Forbes just celebrated turning 100 with a big, socially-distant party in his honor.
54 years later, fallen Plant City Vietnam soldier gets grave marker, military honor
A Plant City soldier died at the age of 22 while serving our country in Vietnam. For more than 50 years, PFC Henry Van Demps laid in an unmarked grave -- until this week, when he finally got the military honors he deserved.
War hero's memories of beating back Nazis under Patton feel fresh, 75 years after WWII
A Bay Area veteran’s rifle led to an amazing war story, earning him the Bronze Star in World War II.
Florida Amendment 6 passes with 90% of vote
Voters in Florida have approved Amendment Six, which deals with other special tax breaks our state gives to disabled veterans.
Army veteran who overcame cancer struggle while serving gifted new home
Former Army Staff sergeant Mylee Cardenas and her daughter, Brianna, got a new, mortgage-free home Tuesday from Building Homes For Heroes.
Buttigieg to Republican veterans: 'It's OK to change your mind'
Former presidential candidate and frequent Fox News guest Pete Buttigieg has a message for voters who pulled the lever for Donald Trump in 2016: "It's OK to change your mind."
Police officer searching for rightful owner of Purple Heart found at Palmetto antique shop
The search is on to find the rightful owner of a Purple Heart medal. A Bradenton police detective who is also a veteran found the medal at a Palmetto antique shop and is now trying to track down the family of its original owner.
St. Pete man hopes to reunite Army medal with rightful owner, whose name is engraved on back
A man in St. Petersburg is on a mission to find a military hero or that person's family. He doesn't know the man's story or where exactly he's from. But he has a box containing a few things that belong to him, including an Army medal.
Jon Stewart joins lawmakers in new fight for veterans looking for burn pit relief
Over a year after helping 9/11 first responders receive access to a crucial compensation fund, Jon Stewart has turned his focus toward helping the nearly 200,000 veterans who've said their health was compromised by their exposure to burn pits while serving overseas.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signs bill into law protecting veterans from fraud
The law makes it a first-degree felony victimize 10 or more veterans out of at least $50,000.
'Human lives over profit:' VA nurses in Tampa protest workplace safety hazards
Union members gathered outside James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital on Wednesday, joining one of more than 200 protests nationwide demanding protection for veterans and nursing staff at VA facilities.
Independence Day fireworks may trigger flashbacks for those who fought for our freedom
Fourth of July is a time to celebrate our freedom, but for those who fought for it, Independence Day can be tough. The sound of fireworks can trigger flashbacks to combat for some veterans living with PTSD.
Sarasota woman's store features made-in-the-USA items meant for fellow female veterans
After Nadine Noky finished five years in the Army, she noticed a lack of clothing and merchandise tailored to female veterans. That became her new mission.
VA says it lacks adequate medical gear for 2nd virus wave
The Veterans Affairs Department stated they would need a six-month supply in order to battle a potential second wave of the COVID-19 virus. They only have a 30-day supply.
Lakeland teen plays personal 'violin-o-grams' for veterans on Memorial Day
Bill Hallbritter didn’t have to leave his house to commemorate Memorial Day Monday.
Tarpon Springs veteran memorializes service members who gave the ultimate sacrifice
Many local Memorial Day events were canceled this year but there’s a unique spot in Tarpon Springs that honors fallen service members. It was put together by an army veteran who wants to remind everyone that freedom isn’t free.
Tampa Bay veterans can get help with rent, utilities
Veterans in the Bay Area can get help with utilities and rent through the St. Vincent de Paul "CARES" program.
No military honors: Sarasota veterans group honors fallen hero in lieu of funeral
As the novel coronavirus pandemic changes the way America does just about everything, including military funerals, but his community did not want Lewis's service and sacrifice to go unrecognized.