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.…
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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…
‘He’s home’: Missing 73 years, Medal of Honor recipient’s remains return to Georgia
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Soldiers of the 9th Infantry Regiment made a desperate retreat as North Korean troops closed in around them. A wounded, 18-year-old Army Pfc. Luther Herschel Story feared his injuries would slow down his company, so he…
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…
‘Carry the Load’ National Relay volunteers make their way to the Coast
‘Carry the Load’ volunteers have made their way through the Mississippi Gulf Coast. ‘Carry the Load’ is a nonprofit that provides active ways to…
“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…
New law expands pool of veterans eligible for disabled car tags
Gov. Tate Reeves has signed Senate Bill 2187 today, to widen the pool of eligible veterans to receive disabled license plates. The legislation expands the number of veterans who are eligible to buy two license plates for just $1 each.…
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…
Oldest veteran turns 103 at Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport
A party is being held this weekend for the oldest veteran at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport. Mrs. Lois was filled with joy…
First veteran to demonstrate Re-Walk equipment at Biloxi Veterans Affairs Hospital
A paralyzed veteran from the Gulf Coast area was the first to demonstrate Re-Walk equipment for staff at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Biloxi. Re-Walk…
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…
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…