Mississippi delegation backs ‘Pay our Troops Bills’
Representative Mike Ezell and Senator Roger Wicker are co-sponsoring bills in both chambers of congress that would make sure military service members are paid in the event of a…
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Pact Act deadline is this Saturday
A head’s up for Mississippi veterans, the next deadline to apply for Pact Act benefits is approaching fast. That deadline is at midnight Saturday. As we’ve reported previously, this enrollment…
Senate approves ‘Gold Star Families Remembrance Week’ resolution
The United States Senate passed a bipartisan resolution last night to designate September 24th through the 30th as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week. The resolution was introduced by…
Airman puts new EMT license to use during flight home
A Wyoming National Guard airman who was flying home after finishing Emergency Medical Technician training at Keesler Air Force Base put that training into action mid-flight. Airman First Class Nathan Johnson, a aerospace medical tech assigned to the 153rd Airlift…
Department of Veterans Affairs announces next ‘Pact Act’ deadline
The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced the next deadline for Mississippi veterans looking to receive ‘Pact Act’ benefits. Veterans who deployed to a combat zone, never enrolled in VA health…
Today is Gold Star Children’s Day
Governor Reeves has issued a proclamation recognizing today as Gold Star Children’s Day in the state. He says it will be in recognition of those who lost fathers or mothers…
Work for Warriors Symposium helps veterans find jobs
A symposium took place in Gulfport in hopes of helping military veterans get back into the work force. The Work for Warriors Symposium brought out business leaders, local…
VA Pact Act event offers information on expansion of services for veterans
The Veterans Affairs Center in Biloxi is encouraging veterans to take advantage of their benefits. The VA held a Pact event today to inform…
G.I. Museum in Ocean Springs honors D-Day
Locally, a museum in Ocean Springs pays tribute to the lives lost on D-Day. On the anniversary of D-Day, we honor those who gave their lives for our country.…
Honoring the fallen at the Biloxi National Cemetery
The Biloxi National Cemetery stands adorned with 27,000 flags, each one representing a life sacrificed in service to our country. Today, families and loved ones gathered for the…
Biden on Memorial Day lauds generations of fallen US troops who ‘dared all and gave all’
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden lauded the sacrifice of generations of U.S. troops who “dared all and gave all” fighting for their country and called on Americans to ensure their “sacrifice was not in vain” in Memorial Day observances at Arlington…
“Letters from Home: 50 States Tour” stops at Downstage Production in Gulfport
Downstage Productions Theatre hosted ‘Letters from Home: 50 States Tour,’ Letters from Home is a traveling musical that combines the USO’s entertainment with history…
9 killed in Army Black Hawk helicopter crash in Kentucky
By SHARON JOHNSON FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (AP) — Nine people were killed in a crash involving two Army Black Hawk helicopters in Kentucky, a military spokesperson said. Nondice Thurman, a spokesperson for Fort Campbell, said Thursday morning that the deaths…
Honoring Vietnam veterans at remembrance ceremony in Biloxi
Today is National Vietnam War Veterans Day and veterans from across the Coast gathered for a remembrance ceremony. It has been 50 years since the final American military…
Family of PVT. Mark Seymour receives new Purple Heart
The VFW Post 5699 presented the family of Private Mark Seymour with a new Purple Heart after his original medal was lost in the shuffle of moving…
Long Beach School District earns Mississippi Military Star School Designation
All five schools in the Long Beach School District earned the designation of Mississippi Military Star School. The inaugural group of 61 schools from 12 districts in…
Be aware of local veterans when shooting off fireworks
Ringing in the new year is prime time for fun and fireworks, but you should also be aware that others may not feel the same way about…
Free holiday luncheon for veterans and active-duty military Saturday
Crusaders for Veterans has had a busy year, but they’re not finished yet! They are hosting a holiday luncheon for veterans and active-duty military this Saturday. Kevin…
Woolmarket Elementary hosts a Veterans Day Ceremony
Woolmarket Elementary hosted a Veterans Day ceremony to honor the men and women in our community who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The ceremony included a…
Gulfport High School honors veterans
Gulfport High School honored veterans today to show their appreciation. Culinary students prepared breakfast for those who served. After breakfast, everyone walked down to the gym where a bigger celebration was…
American Legion Post 1992 honors veterans during wreath laying ceremony
American Legion Post 1992 honors veterans in Gautier by laying a single wreath. Veterans and guests gathered at the ninth annual Laying of the Wreath ceremony…
Restaurant chains offer Veterans Day deals
Some restaurant chains are also saying ‘thank you for your service’ by offering complimentary deals. Active-duty members and veterans can get a free meal from a select menu at Applebee’s.…
Mississippi Aquarium offering free admission for veterans this weekend
To honor and celebrate its modern-day heroes, the Mississippi Aquarium will offer free admission for both veterans and all active military. Starting Friday, veterans and active military…
Gautier High honors veterans at 23rd annual Veterans Breakfast
This morning, Gautier High School hosted its annual Veterans Breakfast as students honored those who served our country. Students had a chance to shake hands and greet…