Wilson Van family band holds St. Petersburg benefit concert for Gold Star families, homeless veterans
The family band Wilson Van held a benefit concert and silent auction Sunday night at Fergs Bar in St. Petersburg to raise money for veterans and Gold Star families.
The family band Wilson Van held a benefit concert and silent auction Sunday night at Fergs Bar in St. Petersburg to raise money for veterans and Gold Star families.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
For Lakeland resident Jean Harkins, the journey to Washington, D.C. was about much more than recognition. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.
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 Flight of Honor gives Florida veterans long-overdue recognition in Washington, D.C.
An all-female Flight of Honor brought 120 women veterans from across Florida to Washington, D.C. in March, marking the largest trip of its kind from the state.
An all-female Flight of Honor brought 120 women veterans from across Florida to Washington, D.C. in March, marking the largest trip of its kind from the state.
All-female Honor Flight recognizes women veterans
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.
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.
Tampa's Special Operations Forces Week helps military members transition, navigate daily life
Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week in the Bay Area is underway in downtown Tampa, with the Tampa Convention Center and the JW Marriott hosting dozens of plenary sessions.
Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week in the Bay Area is underway in downtown Tampa, with the Tampa Convention Center and the JW Marriott hosting dozens of plenary sessions.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Changing the lives of veterans
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. FOX 13's Allie Corey reports.
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. FOX 13's Allie Corey reports.
Hillsborough County nonprofit helps veterans heal with service dogs: 'It will change your life'
For many veterans, leaving the service can mean facing new battles at home. Near Wimauma, nonprofit Valor Service Dogs is helping veterans work through those invisible struggles with the help of highly trained four-legged companions.
For many veterans, leaving the service can mean facing new battles at home. Near Wimauma, nonprofit Valor Service Dogs is helping veterans work through those invisible struggles with the help of highly trained four-legged companions.
Veteran teacher answers a new call to serve in the classroom
Christopher Putnam teaches AP U.S. History and Global Perspectives at Bell Creek Academy, but his path to the classroom began with military service.
Christopher Putnam teaches AP U.S. History and Global Perspectives at Bell Creek Academy, but his path to the classroom began with military service.
Bay Area veterans connect and heal through fly-fishing program
Project Healing Waters is a veteran-focused nonprofit that uses the art of fly-fishing to help veterans dealing with PTSD, injuries and other challenges reconnect with themselves and others.
Project Healing Waters is a veteran-focused nonprofit that uses the art of fly-fishing to help veterans dealing with PTSD, injuries and other challenges reconnect with themselves and others.
87 Polk County veterans depart Lakeland on Honor Flight for day-long trip to Washington, D.C.
It’s a trip of a lifetime for some of our military veterans.
It’s a trip of a lifetime for some of our military veterans.
From the Air Force to the classroom: One Tampa veteran’s next mission
Teacher Appreciation Week and Military Appreciation Month intersect at Thomas Jefferson High School, where government teacher Donald Hills continues his commitment to service after a 20-year Air Force career.
Teacher Appreciation Week and Military Appreciation Month intersect at Thomas Jefferson High School, where government teacher Donald Hills continues his commitment to service after a 20-year Air Force career.
WWII Navy Airman laid to rest in Clearwater more than 80 years after being killed in action
After more than 80 years of uncertainty, the family of Robert Louis Cyr Jr. is finally able to bring their loved one home.
After more than 80 years of uncertainty, the family of Robert Louis Cyr Jr. is finally able to bring their loved one home.
Swim across Boca Ciega Bay raises awareness for veteran suicide prevention in Pinellas County
For many veterans, the fight doesn’t end when they return home and in Pinellas County, tens of thousands are living with that reality.
For many veterans, the fight doesn’t end when they return home and in Pinellas County, tens of thousands are living with that reality.