Wreaths Across America honors Bay Area veterans ahead of holiday season
Wreaths Across America's goal is to lay a wreath on every American veteran's grave this December, including those buried at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell.
Judge gives break to defendant seen doing drugs during virtual court hearing
While waiting on Zoom for his case to be called, BJ Dreggors apparently forgot his phone camera was on and decided to pass the time by doing drugs. His status as a Marine Corps veteran helped change the judge's mind Tuesday.
No one left behind: Unclaimed veterans buried side-by-side in Sarasota service
One was a helicopter mechanic during the Vietnam war; the other served in Korea. They didn’t know one another, but the two unclaimed veterans were buried side-by-side today at Sarasota National Cemetery.
New monument at Florida National Cemetery pays tribute to gold star families
A memorial was unveiled Wednesday at Florida National Cemetery to honor gold star families – the ones left behind after their soldier pays the ultimate sacrifice.
Military suicides climbed 15% in 2020; senior leaders want action
Military suicides jumped by 15% in 2020, fueled by significant increases in the Army and Marine Corps that senior leaders said were troubling and require more effort to prevent.
Veteran says it’s unlikely PTSD caused former Marine to kill 4 in Polk massacre
Bryan Riley said he was on meth and struggling with post-traumatic-stress disorder when he killed four people, but a veteran who runs a non-profit dedicated to PTSD says it is unlikely that’s what caused Riley to commit the quadruple murder.
Despite morning rain, U.S. combat survivors celebrate second chances with annual event in Pinellas
More than 150 injured veterans are expected to join together for a police-escorted, 13-mile ride through Pinellas Park on Wednesday as part of an annual event to inspire veterans to get out and get active.
WWII veteran parachutes from plane for 100th birthday
A WWII veteran celebrated his birthday in an epic way — by jumping from an airplane.
Afghanistan veteran devastated over country's fate
After more trips on counter-insurgency missions than many veterans can count, images of a country in chaos -- that they tried to bring order to -- are devastating.
From 7,000 miles away, Bay Area veteran 'shocked' by Afghanistan collapse
The violence unfolding in Afghanistan is hitting close to home for veterans. Many of them spent years of their life dedicated to fighting for their country only to now see all their hard work in jeopardy of being wiped out.
Empath Health's Veteran's History Project celebrates 100 interviews with a 100-year-old veteran
To help celebrate his centennial birthday a veteran is taking part in the Empath Health's Veteran's History Project. The project's goal is to preserve personal accounts of American War Vets.
VA mandates COVID-19 vaccine for medical employees, staff
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced on Monday it is requiring medical employees and facility staff to get vaccinated against COVID-19 amid a surge in cases and low vaccination rates.
Van offers free rides from Lakeland VA clinic to Tampa VA hospital
A new van that goes from the Lakeland VA Clinic and the Main Tampa VA Hospital is open to all veterans.
Amazon to hire over 100,000 US veterans and military spouses by 2024
Amazon has 35,000 open jobs right now that are available to veterans.
Veteran's performance of national anthem becomes tradition at Amalie Arena
The Tampa Bay Lightning's national anthem singer has become a familiar face and voice around Tampa Bay. Other than the players, Sonya Bryson-Kirksey is now, arguably, the most popular person on the ice at Amalie Arena.
Veteran, USF student receives Pat Tillman Scholarship
Joshua Burnes is the only person in Florida and one of 60 across the country to receive a Tillman Scholarship.
Veteran on mission to provide dental care for other vets in need
A former Air Force veteran is on a mission to help her band of brothers by helping to brighten up their smiles.
Agencies pool resources to help homeless veterans
Veterans have made many sacrifices for their fellow citizens. Saturday, some had the chance to give back.
Injectable treatment for PTSD could provide lifelong relief, doctors say
One of the first and only injectable treatments for PTSD is giving some sufferers a new outlook on life.
76 years later, Iwo Jima veteran honored with Purple Heart
A Marine who was wounded in the Battle of Iwo Jima some 76 years ago waited patiently for decades to receive his Purple Heart. He passed away without ever receiving one, but his family never gave up.