WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Land O' Lakes
A Land O' Lakes World War II veteran and esteemed college football player turned 100 years old on Sunday.
A Land O' Lakes World War II veteran and esteemed college football player turned 100 years old on Sunday.
Wisconsin World War II veteran turns 100; party honors service
A World War II veteran in Wisconsin turns 100 years old. Both the VA and his senior living facility honored his service, sacrifice – and sense of humor.
A World War II veteran in Wisconsin turns 100 years old. Both the VA and his senior living facility honored his service, sacrifice – and sense of humor.
VA to end gender reassignment treatment for veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced Monday that it will phase out medical treatments for gender dysphoria in compliance with President Donald Trump’s executive order on gender ideology.
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced Monday that it will phase out medical treatments for gender dysphoria in compliance with President Donald Trump’s executive order on gender ideology.
American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach reopens after hurricanes
Nearly five months after Hurricane Helene forced American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach to close its doors, it reopened Thursday.
Nearly five months after Hurricane Helene forced American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach to close its doors, it reopened Thursday.
Florida's oldest veteran celebrates another birthday: 'Keep breathing and keep living'
Florida’s oldest living WWII veteran celebrated his 108th birthday in Clearwater on Tuesday.
Florida’s oldest living WWII veteran celebrated his 108th birthday in Clearwater on Tuesday.
Vietnam Veteran faces eviction from hurricane ravaged home: 'I've got a whole village'
A Bay Area veteran is struggling to stay in his hurricane-ravaged home in Valrico.
A Bay Area veteran is struggling to stay in his hurricane-ravaged home in Valrico.
USF brings veterans together for potluck Thanksgiving dinner
This Thanksgiving, a special potluck hosted by the University of South Florida brought together dozens of veterans for a meal and much-needed camaraderie.
This Thanksgiving, a special potluck hosted by the University of South Florida brought together dozens of veterans for a meal and much-needed camaraderie.
Veterans and students worked together to create new art structure at Harvest Hope Park in Tampa
A new art structure at Harvest Hope Park that honors veterans was a collaboration between two generations.
A new art structure at Harvest Hope Park that honors veterans was a collaboration between two generations.
Horse Soldier Bourbon based in Tampa Bay area building distillery in Kentucky
U.S. Army Green Berets used horses in the early days of the war in Afghanistan, just after the September 11, 2001, attacks. Their story became a movie called "12 Strong," but for some of the Horse Soldiers the question was: What to do after the Army?
U.S. Army Green Berets used horses in the early days of the war in Afghanistan, just after the September 11, 2001, attacks. Their story became a movie called "12 Strong," but for some of the Horse Soldiers the question was: What to do after the Army?
Metro Ministries honors service members with inaugural Salute to Service event
Metropolitan Ministries honored service members at its inaugural Salute to Service event Saturday, partnering with USAA.
Metropolitan Ministries honored service members at its inaugural Salute to Service event Saturday, partnering with USAA.
Tampa Bay area veterans receive vehicles through 'Keys to Progress'
The nation marked Veterans Day earlier this week, but three Tampa Bay area veterans received the keys to a new vehicle on Thursday as part of Progressive's 12th annual Keys to Progress.
The nation marked Veterans Day earlier this week, but three Tampa Bay area veterans received the keys to a new vehicle on Thursday as part of Progressive's 12th annual Keys to Progress.
Sarasota National Cemetery calls on community to honor veterans
The Sarasota National Cemetery is more than 18,000 wreaths short ahead of National Wreaths Across America Day. Organizers hope the community will lend a hand before the Dec. 4 deadline looms.
The Sarasota National Cemetery is more than 18,000 wreaths short ahead of National Wreaths Across America Day. Organizers hope the community will lend a hand before the Dec. 4 deadline looms.
Hundreds gather for Bay Pines VA's annual Veterans Day commemoration
Hundreds of veterans and their loved ones gathered at Bay Pines VA in Pinellas County for its annual Veterans Day commemoration on Monday. The commemoration was held in the Veterans Courtyard.
Hundreds of veterans and their loved ones gathered at Bay Pines VA in Pinellas County for its annual Veterans Day commemoration on Monday. The commemoration was held in the Veterans Courtyard.
Hillsborough County holds 60th annual Veterans Day ceremony
Hillsborough County military veterans were honored Monday during the county's 60th annual tribute at Veterans Memorial Park in Tampa.
Hillsborough County military veterans were honored Monday during the county's 60th annual tribute at Veterans Memorial Park in Tampa.
Meet Thomas Brown, the man on a mission to help every homeless veteran in Tampa
Thomas Brown runs a non-profit called Tampa Homeless Outreach. Almost every day, Brown heads into the streets to help homeless veterans.
Thomas Brown runs a non-profit called Tampa Homeless Outreach. Almost every day, Brown heads into the streets to help homeless veterans.
Tampa Bay area veterans headed to Washington DC for annual Parade of Heroes
WWII Marine Corp Veteran, Stearns Poor, was first in line to board a Southwest Airline flight to Washington, D.C. on Sunday morning. But, not without a special sendoff at Tampa International Airport that brought tears to his eyes.
WWII Marine Corp Veteran, Stearns Poor, was first in line to board a Southwest Airline flight to Washington, D.C. on Sunday morning. But, not without a special sendoff at Tampa International Airport that brought tears to his eyes.
Hillsborough County clears the record of some veterans
The Hillsborough County judicial system showed its appreciation to dozens of military veterans Friday by clearing their records of minor offenses and dismissing fines.
The Hillsborough County judicial system showed its appreciation to dozens of military veterans Friday by clearing their records of minor offenses and dismissing fines.
Voucher program provides essential housing to veterans in need
Robert Goddard is proud of his two-bedroom Clearwater apartment.
Robert Goddard is proud of his two-bedroom Clearwater apartment.
National Parks are free for Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, the National Park Service is offering free entrance to all parks. Veterans, active-duty military, and Gold Star Families also receive year-round free access with the Military Pass.
On Veterans Day, the National Park Service is offering free entrance to all parks. Veterans, active-duty military, and Gold Star Families also receive year-round free access with the Military Pass.
Veterans Day deals and freebies
Restaurants across the U.S. are honoring Veterans Day 2024 with free meals and special discounts for veterans and active-duty military on November 11.
Restaurants across the U.S. are honoring Veterans Day 2024 with free meals and special discounts for veterans and active-duty military on November 11.