Mother creates ‘My Warrior’s Place’ in Ruskin after he son was killed while serving in the military
After her son Corey was killed in Afghanistan while serving our country, Kelly Kowall created "My Warrior's Place." It's a waterfront retreat in Ruskin that is dedicated to helping veterans, active duty military, first responders, their families and families of fallen heroes.
After her son Corey was killed in Afghanistan while serving our country, Kelly Kowall created "My Warrior's Place." It's a waterfront retreat in Ruskin that is dedicated to helping veterans, active duty military, first responders, their families and families of fallen heroes.
'New Beginnings' program gives homeless veterans opportunity to rebuild their lives
For decades, New Beginnings of Tampa has provided housing, dental care, and other services to veterans in need. This week, three veterans are graduating from the program and getting apartments of their very own.
For decades, New Beginnings of Tampa has provided housing, dental care, and other services to veterans in need. This week, three veterans are graduating from the program and getting apartments of their very own.
Veterans receive free dental cleanings, tooth extractions and fillings in Pasco County ahead of holiday
One week ahead of Veterans Day, dozens of military veterans sat down Friday at a dental clinic for free dental cleanings, tooth extractions, and fillings.
One week ahead of Veterans Day, dozens of military veterans sat down Friday at a dental clinic for free dental cleanings, tooth extractions, and fillings.
Six local veterans honored during inaugural Congressional Veteran Commendation ceremony
Six local veterans were honored during the inaugural Congressional Veteran Commendation ceremony, which was established by Congressman Vern Buchanan.
Six local veterans were honored during the inaugural Congressional Veteran Commendation ceremony, which was established by Congressman Vern Buchanan.
Idaho man and US Army veteran killed while fighting in Ukraine, family says: 'I know his soul has found peace'
Dane Partridge went into a coma after he was struck by a Russian tank round, his father said
Dane Partridge went into a coma after he was struck by a Russian tank round, his father said
Replica of Vietnam Veterans War Memorial set up at Julian B. Lane Park in Tampa
A replica of the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial has been set up at Tampa's Julian B. Lane Park. The wall is part of a series of events to celebrate and honor American veterans and first responders.
A replica of the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial has been set up at Tampa's Julian B. Lane Park. The wall is part of a series of events to celebrate and honor American veterans and first responders.
Local non-profit combating veteran suicide crisis with free wellness program
On average, more than 20 American veterans take their own lives every day. Combating the veteran suicide crisis is SOF Missions.
On average, more than 20 American veterans take their own lives every day. Combating the veteran suicide crisis is SOF Missions.
Veteran suicide numbers are higher than VA reported, more than double federal figures, study shows
A new report found that Coast Guard veterans were at the greatest risk for suicide.
A new report found that Coast Guard veterans were at the greatest risk for suicide.
Gold Star family one of over 100 military, first responder families moving into new Land O' Lakes community
The Tunnel To Towers Foundation is building homes for more than 100 military and first responder families in a newly developed Land O' Lakes community, "Let Us Do Good Village."
The Tunnel To Towers Foundation is building homes for more than 100 military and first responder families in a newly developed Land O' Lakes community, "Let Us Do Good Village."
Marine veteran to lead Pinellas Park bicycle ride for Wounded Warriors
Marine veteran Mike Delancey's life changed forever when he was injured overseas while serving in his second deployment. It's the reason he celebrates his "alive day" each year on September 1, the day he survived.
Marine veteran Mike Delancey's life changed forever when he was injured overseas while serving in his second deployment. It's the reason he celebrates his "alive day" each year on September 1, the day he survived.
Father, daughter ride bikes across country for veterans
A father-daughter bicycling duo rode their bikes across the country this summer to raise money for veterans.
A father-daughter bicycling duo rode their bikes across the country this summer to raise money for veterans.
Polk Education Association speaks out against governor's plan to recruit veterans to fill teacher vacancies
The governor wants to loosen up the rules of becoming a teacher, which he said are too rigid. DeSantis wants to make it easier for veterans without a bachelor’s degree to teach.
The governor wants to loosen up the rules of becoming a teacher, which he said are too rigid. DeSantis wants to make it easier for veterans without a bachelor’s degree to teach.
'We finally got our justice': PACT Act helps Camp Lejeune families exposed to toxic water
President Joe Biden has signed the PACT Act of 2022, calling it the most significant law in our nation’s history to help millions of veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their military service.
President Joe Biden has signed the PACT Act of 2022, calling it the most significant law in our nation’s history to help millions of veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their military service.
'Wake for Warriors' combat veterans gear up for wake surf competition
Members of “Wake for Warriors” will be competing this weekend at the Nautique Wake Surf Nationals on Lake Silver in Winter Haven.
Members of “Wake for Warriors” will be competing this weekend at the Nautique Wake Surf Nationals on Lake Silver in Winter Haven.
Tattoo shop on MacDill Air Force Base reflects changing military culture
American Tattoo Society on MacDill Air Force Base is just as creative and edgy as any tattoo shop, but most of its clients are likely covering their ink with a uniform.
American Tattoo Society on MacDill Air Force Base is just as creative and edgy as any tattoo shop, but most of its clients are likely covering their ink with a uniform.
Neatly folding American flags is about patriotism for veteran called Navy Mom Mary
For Mary Ingrassia, folding American flags isn't just about precision. It's about spreading patriotism, one homemade flag pin at a time.
For Mary Ingrassia, folding American flags isn't just about precision. It's about spreading patriotism, one homemade flag pin at a time.
WWII veteran marks 100th birthday with celebration of patriotism, sacrifice
Carl Spurlin Dekel has seen a lot in his life, and now he can add another milestone memory. On Wednesday, June 29, his family and friends gathered to honor the service, sacrifice, and centennial of the World War II veteran in Plant City.
Carl Spurlin Dekel has seen a lot in his life, and now he can add another milestone memory. On Wednesday, June 29, his family and friends gathered to honor the service, sacrifice, and centennial of the World War II veteran in Plant City.
Veteran working toward doctorate at USF honored as Tillman Scholar
A local veteran working toward his doctoral degree at the University of South Florida is the only student from a public university in Florida, and one of just 60 people across the country, to be honored as a 2022 Tillman Scholar.
A local veteran working toward his doctoral degree at the University of South Florida is the only student from a public university in Florida, and one of just 60 people across the country, to be honored as a 2022 Tillman Scholar.
22-hour hockey game aimed at raising awareness for veteran suicide prevention
The number 22 had multiple meanings at a hockey event in Wesley Chapel Friday evening. For 22 hours straight, veterans are playing hockey to raise awareness for veteran suicide.
The number 22 had multiple meanings at a hockey event in Wesley Chapel Friday evening. For 22 hours straight, veterans are playing hockey to raise awareness for veteran suicide.
Bay Area WWII vets return to France for 78th D-Day anniversary
World War II veterans from the Bay Area are heading back to France to mark the 78th anniversary of D-Day.
World War II veterans from the Bay Area are heading back to France to mark the 78th anniversary of D-Day.