Veterans eligible for free mental health care
Beginning today, all U.S. military veterans in suicidal crisis are eligible for free care at any VA or private facility. Unlike for most other medical benefits, veterans do not…
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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…
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…
Hickory Hill Country Club offered free golf for veterans
To honor veterans, Hickory Hill Country Club in Gautier is hosting a day of free golfing for veterans. Some veterans were up early this morning getting signed…
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…
Coast veterans take trip down to WWII Museum in New Orleans
For the first time since 2019, Riemann Family Funeral homes took military veterans on a trip to the World War II Museum in New Orleans.…
Gulf Coast Veterans Parade rolls through Gulfport this Saturday
Kick off the weekend by showing appreciation to local veterans. The 2022 Gulf Coast Veterans Day Parade will be held in Gulfport this Saturday at 11 a.m.…
‘Stand the Watch’ ceremony in Biloxi for Veteran Suicide Awareness Month
September is Veteran Suicide Awareness Month and to honor those veterans lost to suicide and bring awareness, a Stand the Watch ceremony is taking place…
Lyman Senior Center hosts Community Fellowship with Veterans
Showing up in all shades of red, white, and blue, the Lyman Senior Center took time to recognize veterans. The Community Fellowship with Veterans is an event that…
Community Fellowship with Veterans events
The Lyman Senior Center is holding an event to appreciate and socialize with our veterans. It’s happening next Thursday and here to tell us more is the senior center’s Director Al…
Mark Seymour VFW Post 5699 holds Veterans Job Fair and Resume Workshop
A two-day event is taking place at the Mark Seymour VFW Post 5699 to help local veterans transition to the civilian workforce. The Win…
Biden signs ‘burn pits’ help for vets
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden signed legislation on Wednesday expanding federal health care services for millions of veterans who served at military bases where toxic smoke billowed from huge “burn pits.” “We owe you,” Biden said. “You’re the backbone.…
Senate approves bill to aid vets exposed to toxic burn pits
By KEVIN FREKING Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. The bill…
MS Veterans Affairs announces Gold Star Children’s Day
The Mississippi Veterans Affairs worked with several Gold Star children to help turn a dream into reality. For years, Gold Star children all over have felt abandoned and…
Crusaders for Veterans holds annual Freedom Ball
The Crusaders for Veterans held its seventh annual Freedom Ball this weekend in honor of our military. This ball got its start to encourage people to be proactive in…
Biden awards Medal of Honor to 4 for Vietnam War heroism
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Tuesday bestowed the nation’s highest military honor to four Army soldiers for heroism during the Vietnam War, bravery that he said had not diminished even with the passage of time. Biden presented the…
Be mindful of veterans while shooting fireworks this holiday weekend
The 4th of July weekend can be stressful for veterans in South Mississippi. The loud booms and pops from fireworks can be disturbing for those who…
Eighth annual Avenue of Flags Ceremony honoring veterans
The City of Gautier reminds us of the true reason of Memorial Day. Earlier today, the American Legion Post of 1992 held their eighth annual Avenue of Flags…
Remembering the Fallen at the Vietnam Memorial in Ocean Springs
Today, veterans, first responders, and the public came together in Ocean Springs to remember our fallen American heroes. Many people use this holiday as a day…
April 28th declared ‘Vernon Stewart Day’ in Biloxi
It’s Vernon Stewart Day in Biloxi. Earlier today, Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich made the proclamation declaring April 28th as Vernon Stewart Day, honoring Stewart’s efforts in forming a…