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.
'The Resilient' performs at Jannus Live with mission to help wounded veterans
"The Resilient" performed a concert at Jannus Live in St. Petersburg Friday night and they’re all about getting their mission out there.
"The Resilient" performed a concert at Jannus Live in St. Petersburg Friday night and they’re all about getting their mission out there.
Veteran volunteers in Tampa for series of service projects
A national veteran service organization is bringing its annual service event to Tampa.
A national veteran service organization is bringing its annual service event to Tampa.
Gov. DeSantis signs bills to help Florida's veterans
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed three bills on Friday aimed at helping Florida's veterans.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed three bills on Friday aimed at helping Florida's veterans.
Gold Star families honored in Memorial Day ceremony in downtown Tampa
On Memorial Day, Americans pay tribute to their military men and women who have died serving their country all over the world.
On Memorial Day, Americans pay tribute to their military men and women who have died serving their country all over the world.
Memorial Day marks first American Legion Post 273 ceremony since reopening after hurricanes
It was standing room only at American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach on Memorial Day.
It was standing room only at American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach on Memorial Day.
Bay Area fallen hero's legacy lives on in his hometown
Kimberly Allison raised four brave boys. Each one proudly served their country in the military – but her youngest, Spc. Zachary L. Shannon, never made it home.
Kimberly Allison raised four brave boys. Each one proudly served their country in the military – but her youngest, Spc. Zachary L. Shannon, never made it home.