Band prepares for trip to Normandy
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A community band from Hillsborough County is traveling to France to perform at historic ceremonies commemorating D-Day.

Missing WWII airman identified for Sarasota National Cemetery burial

A missing World War II soldier will finally return to Southwest Florida for a proper burial more than 80 years after his aircraft was shot down over Germany.

Veterans scam warning: BBB issues fraud alert for military community

Consumer advocates are warning that scammers are increasingly targeting veterans and military families with sophisticated fraud schemes designed to steal money and personal information. The warning comes as Americans honored those who served on Monday.

Honoring America's fallen heroes
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A Memorial Day tribute in Clearwater brought together veterans, families and friends to honor America’s fallen heroes. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.

Scammers targeting veterans
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As we remember the sacrifices of our service members, the BBB has issued a scam alert warning about scammers targeting veterans. FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis reports.

Thousands gather at Bay Pines National Cemetery to honor fallen heroes on Memorial Day

More than a thousand Gold Star family members, veterans and their loved ones, and community members gathered at Bay Pines National Cemetery Monday to honor fallen service members on Memorial Day.

Veteran finds healing through dance therapy at VA Tampa after breast cancer battle

From the moment U.S. Army veteran Traci Davis walks into a dance therapy session at VA Tampa, dance movement therapist Brittni Cleland is getting a vibe of a lot of factors. 

Veteran dance therapy
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From the moment U.S. Army veteran Traci Davis walks into a dance therapy session at VA Tampa, dance movement therapist Brittni Cleland is getting a vibe of a lot of factors. 

Lakeland Navy veteran honors fallen cousin on all-female 'Flight of Honor' to Washington, D.C.

The 88-year-old retired Navy control tower operator joined dozens of female veterans aboard an Allegiant Air Flight of Honor departing from Lakeland Linder International Airport, part of the largest all-female veteran Flight of Honor out of Florida.

Lakeland Navy veteran honors cousin killed in war
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For Lakeland resident Jean Harkins, the journey to Washington, D.C. was about much more than recognition. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.

All-female Honor Flight recognizes women veterans
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More than 120 female veterans from Florida traveled to Washington, D.C. on a first-of-its-kind Flight of Honor just for women. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.

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.

Love of family and his country: Veteran turns 100
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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.

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.