USF brings veterans together for potluck Thanksgiving dinner
This Thanksgiving, a special potluck hosted by the University of South Florida brought together dozens of veterans for a meal and much-needed camaraderie.
Veterans and students worked together to create new art structure at Harvest Hope Park in Tampa
A new art structure at Harvest Hope Park that honors veterans was a collaboration between two generations.
Horse Soldier Bourbon based in Tampa Bay area building distillery in Kentucky
U.S. Army Green Berets used horses in the early days of the war in Afghanistan, just after the September 11, 2001, attacks. Their story became a movie called "12 Strong," but for some of the Horse Soldiers the question was: What to do after the Army?
Metro Ministries honors service members with inaugural Salute to Service event
Metropolitan Ministries honored service members at its inaugural Salute to Service event Saturday, partnering with USAA.
Tampa Bay area veterans receive vehicles through 'Keys to Progress'
The nation marked Veterans Day earlier this week, but three Tampa Bay area veterans received the keys to a new vehicle on Thursday as part of Progressive's 12th annual Keys to Progress.
Sarasota National Cemetery calls on community to honor veterans
The Sarasota National Cemetery is more than 18,000 wreaths short ahead of National Wreaths Across America Day. Organizers hope the community will lend a hand before the Dec. 4 deadline looms.
Hundreds gather for Bay Pines VA's annual Veterans Day commemoration
Hundreds of veterans and their loved ones gathered at Bay Pines VA in Pinellas County for its annual Veterans Day commemoration on Monday. The commemoration was held in the Veterans Courtyard.
Hillsborough County holds 60th annual Veterans Day ceremony
Hillsborough County military veterans were honored Monday during the county's 60th annual tribute at Veterans Memorial Park in Tampa.
Meet Thomas Brown, the man on a mission to help every homeless veteran in Tampa
Thomas Brown runs a non-profit called Tampa Homeless Outreach. Almost every day, Brown heads into the streets to help homeless veterans.
Tampa Bay area veterans headed to Washington DC for annual Parade of Heroes
WWII Marine Corp Veteran, Stearns Poor, was first in line to board a Southwest Airline flight to Washington, D.C. on Sunday morning. But, not without a special sendoff at Tampa International Airport that brought tears to his eyes.
Hillsborough County clears the record of some veterans
The Hillsborough County judicial system showed its appreciation to dozens of military veterans Friday by clearing their records of minor offenses and dismissing fines.
Voucher program provides essential housing to veterans in need
Robert Goddard is proud of his two-bedroom Clearwater apartment.
National Parks are free for Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, the National Park Service is offering free entrance to all parks. Veterans, active-duty military, and Gold Star Families also receive year-round free access with the Military Pass.
Veterans Day deals and freebies
Restaurants across the U.S. are honoring Veterans Day 2024 with free meals and special discounts for veterans and active-duty military on November 11.
Tampa non-profit provides safe haven for homeless and disabled veterans
For nearly two decades, Liberty Manor for Veterans has been providing housing for veterans in need.
Veterans Day: What's open and closed?
As the nation honors veterans on Monday, Nov. 11, some services may not be available, and here’s what’s open and closed in your area.
How you can 'Make Camo Your Cause' and help homeless veterans
FOX is partnering with U.S. VETS and its "Make Camo Your Cause" campaign for the fourth straight year to help end veteran homelessness. Here's how you can join.
The best (and worst) places for veterans to live, according to data
When veterans transition to civilian life, settling down in the right city is a plus, and these places rank among the ideal locations for them based on a new report.
Malone Family Foundation teams up with Tampa Bay Lightning to host Tampa Warrior Hockey Academy
A former Bolt returned to the rink at Amalie arena on Sunday morning. This time, to help veterans and local first responders sharpen their hockey skills.
Bay Area veteran leads annual 'Alive Ride' through Pinellas Park
More than 100 people cycled 11 miles through the streets of Pinellas Park on Thursday, and it was all part of the Wounded Warriors Abilities Ranch’s ninth annual Alive Ride.