Honor Flight 54: Tampa Bay area veterans find healing journey visiting Vietnam War Memorial 50 years later
The path to healing is never straight, nor short. But, a pre-dawn direct flight to our nation's war memorials in Washington, D.C. may be the exception.
The path to healing is never straight, nor short. But, a pre-dawn direct flight to our nation's war memorials in Washington, D.C. may be the exception.
Jesuit High School student launches historical preservation project, honoring 732 veterans at Tampa cemetery
A Jesuit High School teen’s curiosity about a small cemetery on Kennedy Boulevard has sparked a mission to bring history to life.
A Jesuit High School teen’s curiosity about a small cemetery on Kennedy Boulevard has sparked a mission to bring history to life.
OpenAI launches free ChatGPT program for transitioning veterans entering civilian workforce
OpenAI launched a free ChatGPT Plus program for transitioning veterans and service members, as the initiative tackles the employment challenge with AI-powered career tools.
OpenAI launched a free ChatGPT Plus program for transitioning veterans and service members, as the initiative tackles the employment challenge with AI-powered career tools.
Judicial system throws legal lifeline to Hillsborough veterans through outreach court
Local veterans get a chance to clear up legal matters as court comes to VA Center
Local veterans get a chance to clear up legal matters as court comes to VA Center
Tampa Bay area veteran's programs
During the month of November, FOX13 is paying tribute to charities, organizations and medical facilities that support our local veterans.
During the month of November, FOX13 is paying tribute to charities, organizations and medical facilities that support our local veterans.
Volunteers to help improve veteran housing in Tampa
More than four dozen volunteers from The Home Depot Foundation and Volunteers of America of Florida will spend Thursday morning upgrading James Cole Veterans Village in Tampa.
More than four dozen volunteers from The Home Depot Foundation and Volunteers of America of Florida will spend Thursday morning upgrading James Cole Veterans Village in Tampa.
Retired Navy captain who served in Vietnam finds solace on the water after service: 'It's my therapy'
For Wayne Fernandez, few places offer the tranquility and solace that the open water does.
For Wayne Fernandez, few places offer the tranquility and solace that the open water does.
Army veteran hopes to clean every grave at Brooksville Cemetery
Army veteran Isaac Bailey Jr. has a lofty goal, to clean every single grave at the Brooksville Cemetery.
Army veteran Isaac Bailey Jr. has a lofty goal, to clean every single grave at the Brooksville Cemetery.
Lakeland World War II veteran reaches milestone before passing away
World War II veteran Edwin Gideons grew up as the youngest of 11 in his family. Times were tough in the 1930s in rural Florida, so he was helping out at home as best he could long before he joined the service.
World War II veteran Edwin Gideons grew up as the youngest of 11 in his family. Times were tough in the 1930s in rural Florida, so he was helping out at home as best he could long before he joined the service.
Gold Star Families Monument added to Tampa's Veterans Memorial Park
A dedication for a new Gold Star Family Monument will be held this Saturday at 10 A.M. in Hillsborough County.
A dedication for a new Gold Star Family Monument will be held this Saturday at 10 A.M. in Hillsborough County.
Air Force veteran, family displaced by Hurricane Ian get new mortgage-free home in Venice community
American flags and smiling faces lined a neighborhood in Wellen Park on Friday morning. There were plenty of cheers as they welcomed home Retired Technical Sergeant Daniel Beesting and his family.
American flags and smiling faces lined a neighborhood in Wellen Park on Friday morning. There were plenty of cheers as they welcomed home Retired Technical Sergeant Daniel Beesting and his family.
Marine veteran who suffered near-fatal injury in Iraq gets surprise gift: 'Those are happy tears'
Ask anyone who's served, and they'll tell you how much they value their formal uniforms. For a Tampa man who suffered a near-fatal injury in Iraq, not having his dress blues made his battle at home that much harder until a chance meeting with a fellow Marine.
Ask anyone who's served, and they'll tell you how much they value their formal uniforms. For a Tampa man who suffered a near-fatal injury in Iraq, not having his dress blues made his battle at home that much harder until a chance meeting with a fellow Marine.
3rd annual 9/11 memorial flag in Land O’Lakes honors victims and educates new generations
Nearly 3,000 placards were carefully placed this weekend in Land O’Lakes — each one bearing the name of a life lost on September 11, 2001. Together, they form a massive American flag on the grounds of Harvester Community Church.
Nearly 3,000 placards were carefully placed this weekend in Land O’Lakes — each one bearing the name of a life lost on September 11, 2001. Together, they form a massive American flag on the grounds of Harvester Community Church.
'It's a lifeline': Steps to Recovery program in Pasco County helps veterans after service
A program in Pasco County makes sure veterans have support and get on the right path after they serve our country. The Steps to Recovery program gives them the tools to avoid addiction and loneliness.
A program in Pasco County makes sure veterans have support and get on the right path after they serve our country. The Steps to Recovery program gives them the tools to avoid addiction and loneliness.
World War II veteran, remaining survivor of U.S.S. Yorktown to celebrate 101st birthday in Polk County
The remaining survivor of the U.S. Navy's U.S.S. Yorktown during World War II is celebrating his 101st Birthday this weekend.
The remaining survivor of the U.S. Navy's U.S.S. Yorktown during World War II is celebrating his 101st Birthday this weekend.
Air Force veteran recounts storied career from combat to the classroom
Oscar Smith spent nearly 15 years flying high with the U.S. Air Force. Along the way, he’s collected some unforgettable moments, missions, and milestones – including matrimony.
Oscar Smith spent nearly 15 years flying high with the U.S. Air Force. Along the way, he’s collected some unforgettable moments, missions, and milestones – including matrimony.
Mike Alstott, USAA give military members a day to remember at One Buc Place
For the second day of training camp, fans were in the house at One Buc Place.
For the second day of training camp, fans were in the house at One Buc Place.
Largo WWII Navy veteran celebrates 107th birthday
Five generations of family hosted a birthday party for a WWII Navy veteran as he celebrated his 107th birthday.
Five generations of family hosted a birthday party for a WWII Navy veteran as he celebrated his 107th birthday.
Service & love: Air Force couple’s legacy takes flight in their children
Terrance and Tameacca Harris met while serving in the Air Force. They possess remarkable perspective, grit, and a heart for service—and now they’re passing that dedication on to their children every day.
Terrance and Tameacca Harris met while serving in the Air Force. They possess remarkable perspective, grit, and a heart for service—and now they’re passing that dedication on to their children every day.
5th annual Hockey 22 event raising awareness for suicides among veterans
The Lightning Warriors hosted the fifth annual Hockey Heals 22 event this weekend to raise awareness about veteran suicide.
The Lightning Warriors hosted the fifth annual Hockey Heals 22 event this weekend to raise awareness about veteran suicide.