Florida volunteers ride to honor Gold Star families and isolated veterans: Continuing a WWII hero's mission
A group known as the Flags of Honor Escorts has been riding through Florida for the past five years. They travel the state to maintain monuments honoring Gold Star Families, host memorial ceremonies and raise funds for future sites.
A group known as the Flags of Honor Escorts has been riding through Florida for the past five years. They travel the state to maintain monuments honoring Gold Star Families, host memorial ceremonies and raise funds for future sites.
Love of family and his country: Veteran turns 100
In Lakeland, one man is celebrating a milestone that few reach, reflecting on a life defined by quiet courage and a persistent love for his country. FOX 13's Mark Wilson reports.
In Lakeland, one man is celebrating a milestone that few reach, reflecting on a life defined by quiet courage and a persistent love for his country. FOX 13's Mark Wilson reports.
Lakeland World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday: 'I always had an American flag with me'
In Lakeland, one man is celebrating a milestone that few reach, reflecting on a life defined by quiet courage and a persistent love for his country. Stanley O’Dell turned 100 years old on St. Patrick’s Day, but don’t expect him to slow down.
In Lakeland, one man is celebrating a milestone that few reach, reflecting on a life defined by quiet courage and a persistent love for his country. Stanley O’Dell turned 100 years old on St. Patrick’s Day, but don’t expect him to slow down.
Tampa VA hospital helping veterans rebuild their lives with custom prosthetic limbs
A specialized team at the James A. Haley VA in Tampa is helping veterans from across the Southeast rebuild their lives through custom-built prosthetics and intensive rehabilitation.
A specialized team at the James A. Haley VA in Tampa is helping veterans from across the Southeast rebuild their lives through custom-built prosthetics and intensive rehabilitation.
Changing the lives of veterans
A specialized team at the James A. Haley VA in Tampa is helping veterans from across the Southeast rebuild their lives through custom-built prosthetics and intensive rehabilitation. FOX 13's Allie Corey reports.
A specialized team at the James A. Haley VA in Tampa is helping veterans from across the Southeast rebuild their lives through custom-built prosthetics and intensive rehabilitation. FOX 13's Allie Corey reports.
Hillsborough County nonprofit helps veterans heal with service dogs: 'It will change your life'
For many veterans, leaving the service can mean facing new battles at home. Near Wimauma, nonprofit Valor Service Dogs is helping veterans work through those invisible struggles with the help of highly trained four-legged companions.
For many veterans, leaving the service can mean facing new battles at home. Near Wimauma, nonprofit Valor Service Dogs is helping veterans work through those invisible struggles with the help of highly trained four-legged companions.
Veteran teacher answers a new call to serve in the classroom
Christopher Putnam teaches AP U.S. History and Global Perspectives at Bell Creek Academy, but his path to the classroom began with military service.
Christopher Putnam teaches AP U.S. History and Global Perspectives at Bell Creek Academy, but his path to the classroom began with military service.
Bay Area veterans connect and heal through fly-fishing program
Project Healing Waters is a veteran-focused nonprofit that uses the art of fly-fishing to help veterans dealing with PTSD, injuries and other challenges reconnect with themselves and others.
Project Healing Waters is a veteran-focused nonprofit that uses the art of fly-fishing to help veterans dealing with PTSD, injuries and other challenges reconnect with themselves and others.
87 Polk County veterans depart Lakeland on Honor Flight for day-long trip to Washington, D.C.
It’s a trip of a lifetime for some of our military veterans.
It’s a trip of a lifetime for some of our military veterans.
From the Air Force to the classroom: One Tampa veteran’s next mission
Teacher Appreciation Week and Military Appreciation Month intersect at Thomas Jefferson High School, where government teacher Donald Hills continues his commitment to service after a 20-year Air Force career.
Teacher Appreciation Week and Military Appreciation Month intersect at Thomas Jefferson High School, where government teacher Donald Hills continues his commitment to service after a 20-year Air Force career.
WWII Navy Airman laid to rest in Clearwater more than 80 years after being killed in action
After more than 80 years of uncertainty, the family of Robert Louis Cyr Jr. is finally able to bring their loved one home.
After more than 80 years of uncertainty, the family of Robert Louis Cyr Jr. is finally able to bring their loved one home.
Swim across Boca Ciega Bay raises awareness for veteran suicide prevention in Pinellas County
For many veterans, the fight doesn’t end when they return home and in Pinellas County, tens of thousands are living with that reality.
For many veterans, the fight doesn’t end when they return home and in Pinellas County, tens of thousands are living with that reality.
Tampa Bay federal agent, Marine veteran honored as community hero after surviving shooting
Matt Murray, an ATF special agent, was honored during First Responders Appreciation Night by the Tampa Bay Lightning, more than a year after a shooting left him paralyzed.
Matt Murray, an ATF special agent, was honored during First Responders Appreciation Night by the Tampa Bay Lightning, more than a year after a shooting left him paralyzed.
Tampa's 'Red Star Foundation' launches to support families after veteran suicide
While the "Gold Star" symbol is a well-known mark of sacrifice for those killed in action, a new organization launched in Tampa recently to shine a light on a different, often silent, tragedy.
While the "Gold Star" symbol is a well-known mark of sacrifice for those killed in action, a new organization launched in Tampa recently to shine a light on a different, often silent, tragedy.
Women veterans take inaugural Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.
It was a very special morning at Lakeland Linder International Airport as many women veterans headed up to Washington, D.C. for a fun-filled day for their inaugural Flight of Honor.
It was a very special morning at Lakeland Linder International Airport as many women veterans headed up to Washington, D.C. for a fun-filled day for their inaugural Flight of Honor.
Operation Desert Storm veterans honored in Hillsborough County
A commemoration ceremony was held at Veterans Park along US-301 to honor those who served in Operation Desert Storm.
A commemoration ceremony was held at Veterans Park along US-301 to honor those who served in Operation Desert Storm.
Hillsborough County marks 35th anniversary of Gulf War as new conflict begins in the Middle East
Veterans and community members will gather on Friday at Veterans Memorial Park to mark the 35th anniversary of the end of the Persian Gulf War, honoring those who served during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
Veterans and community members will gather on Friday at Veterans Memorial Park to mark the 35th anniversary of the end of the Persian Gulf War, honoring those who served during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
Decorated Gulf War veteran inspiring next generation of leaders: 'It's priceless'
Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) AC Coley’s chest is heavy with medals; the Bronze Star, the Legion of Merit — but today, his focus is on the next generation of leaders.
Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) AC Coley’s chest is heavy with medals; the Bronze Star, the Legion of Merit — but today, his focus is on the next generation of leaders.
Tampa mom shares journey caring for injured veteran son, local help available to avoid caregiving burnout
Valentine’s Day weekend usually comes with flowers and dinner plans. For many families, love shows up differently: in hospital rooms, therapy appointments and the quiet work of caregiving.
Valentine’s Day weekend usually comes with flowers and dinner plans. For many families, love shows up differently: in hospital rooms, therapy appointments and the quiet work of caregiving.
Gary Sinise bringing band to Tampa for Red Star Foundation’s inaugural gala to support veterans in crisis
A national non-profit organization born in the Tampa Bay area has caught the attention of a Hollywood star who's coming to town to help with their mission.
A national non-profit organization born in the Tampa Bay area has caught the attention of a Hollywood star who's coming to town to help with their mission.