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Hayes Presidential Library Museums Hosts 'Warrior Dogs Faithful Companions' Exhibit

Hayes Presidential Library Museums Hosts 'Warrior Dogs Faithful Companions' Exhibit

The Hayes Presidential Library & Museums is currently hosting a special exhibit titled 'Warrior Dogs & Faithful Companions,' featuring hand-carved military canine sculptures by Ohio artist James Mellick. The exhibit, which honors veterans' sacrifices and the special bond between veterans and their service dogs, will be on display through November 15 as part of the institution's America 250 celebration. Each of the nine sculptures represents a different military campaign and the injuries sustained by human service members. The exhibit aims to open dialogue, encourage psychological healing for veterans, highlight the ongoing needs of wounded veterans, and bring attention to the heroism of military working dogs. Veterans receive free admission to the exhibit on Veterans Day, November 11.

City of College Station Highlights Veteran Employment Initiatives in New Podcast Episode

City of College Station Highlights Veteran Employment Initiatives in New Podcast Episode

The City of College Station has released a new episode of its 'What’s Up, College Station?' podcast, focusing on the city's commitment to hiring and supporting veterans. HR Manager Marissa Harris is featured in the episode, discussing the various employment opportunities available to veterans within municipal roles. Harris emphasizes the wide array of transferable skills that veterans possess, which are highly valuable in areas such as public safety, technical trades, logistics, and leadership. The podcast also details the city's robust recruitment initiatives specifically targeting veterans, including retirement benefit credits for military service and gap-pay support for reservists. Prospective candidates are offered valuable application advice, and the discussion underscores the fulfilling, community-focused nature of a career in local government. The episode aims to inform veterans about these opportunities and encourage them to consider public service.

Sean's House Offers Free Mental Health Support to Young Adults in Delaware

Sean's House Offers Free Mental Health Support to Young Adults in Delaware

Sean's House, a Delaware-based nonprofit organization, provides free mental health assistance to individuals aged 14 to 24. With locations in Newark and Lewes, the organization was founded in memory of University of Delaware student and basketball player Sean Locke, who died by suicide in 2018 at the age of 23. Sean's father transformed Locke's former residence on West Main Street in Newark into a mental health center offering trained, peer counseling. Since its opening in September 2020, Sean's House has served over 50,000 people. The organization recently received an NBCUniversal Local impact grant to expand its services, including additional therapy sessions and further location expansion.

VFW Post 7234 Seeks New Van for Honor Guard and Member Transportation

VFW Post 7234 Seeks New Van for Honor Guard and Member Transportation

VFW Post 7234 in Ocean View is actively seeking a new van to replace its current 24-year-old, eight-passenger vehicle. The existing van is deemed unreliable and unsafe for transporting the Honor Guard and other VFW members, according to Auxiliary President Kevin Conlon. The Honor Guard frequently travels to events at Fort Miles, the Delaware Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro, and the Brandywine senior living center, often carrying rifles and flags. Honor Guard Capt. John Gossart emphasized that the current van lacks essential safety features. The post has formed a van committee to research and purchase a new vehicle, and is also looking into acquiring a larger garage to protect the new van from weather conditions. They are appealing for donations from the community and offers from local automobile dealerships to support this initiative.

Durham County to Host 15th Annual Veterans Day Celebration and 'Operation Green Light'

Durham County to Host 15th Annual Veterans Day Celebration and 'Operation Green Light'

Durham County is preparing to host its 15th Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday, November 10, at 11 a.m. The event will take place at the County’s Human Services Building in downtown Durham and will feature a live musical performance by the North Carolina National Guard 440th Army Band, a keynote address from Roshanna Humphrey, Director of the Durham County Justice Services Department, and a POW/MIA presentation. The celebration is free and open to the public, with free parking available. Additionally, Durham County is participating in 'Operation Green Light,' a National Association of Counties initiative to raise awareness for military veterans. From November 4 through Veterans Day, November 11, four Durham County buildings—the William V. Bell Building, the Taurus sculpture, the Human Resources Building, and the Durham County Courthouse—will be illuminated in green. Residents and businesses are encouraged to join by switching a porch or window light to green.

Governor Reeves Directs Mississippi Poultry Association's Donation to Food Network and Salvation Army

Governor Reeves Directs Mississippi Poultry Association's Donation to Food Network and Salvation Army

Governor Tate Reeves has directed the Mississippi Poultry Association's annual charitable donation of poultry and eggs to the Mississippi Food Network and the Salvation Army. This year's donation, marking the start of the 2026 giving season, includes 519,600 servings of protein, specifically 97,500 pounds of chicken meat and 129,600 eggs. Governor Reeves expressed gratitude to the Mississippi Poultry Association for their consistent contributions and acknowledged the vital work of the Mississippi Food Network and the Salvation Army in distributing these donations. Paul Billingsley, Chairman of the Board for the Mississippi Poultry Association, highlighted the hope that this donation will encourage other individuals and groups to support Mississippians in need of food assistance. This initiative has been coordinated by Governor Reeves for seven years, during which Mississippi Poultry Association members have collectively donated over 1 million pounds of chicken and more than 2 million eggs, amounting to six...

Hillsboro Native Leon Ransom Jr. Honored for 27 Years of U.S. Marine Corps Service and Community Leadership

Hillsboro Native Leon Ransom Jr. Honored for 27 Years of U.S. Marine Corps Service and Community Leadership

Hillsboro native Leon Ransom Jr. is being recognized for his distinguished 27-year career in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he rose to the rank of Master Gunnery Sergeant. Ransom's service included specializing in signals intelligence and leading Marines across various global assignments, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan during Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. After retiring in 2020, he returned to Hillsboro and is now actively involved in coaching eighth-grade football and participating in local Veterans Day gatherings. His commitment to mentorship and community service reflects a continued dedication to giving back to his hometown, drawing parallels between the discipline of military service and youth sports.

Washington County to Host Annual Veterans Day Celebration in Hillsboro

Washington County to Host Annual Veterans Day Celebration in Hillsboro

The Washington County Veterans Day Celebration is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, November 11, at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Gateway in Hillsboro, Oregon. This annual event invites veterans, military families, and community members to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The ceremony will feature a presentation of colors, the national anthem, speeches from guest speakers, and a tribute dedicated to the service and sacrifices of veterans. A key part of the celebration will be the recognition of local veterans who have been selected through a community nomination process for their military service, leadership, and contributions to Washington County. The event is a collaborative effort organized by the Community, Military & Veteran Alliance of Oregon, in partnership with American Legion Hillsboro Post 2, the city of Hillsboro, the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, its Veterans Business Advisory Council, and the Washington County Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol. The...

Ohio State University Honors Alumni Veterans at Annual Rock Ceremony

Ohio State University Honors Alumni Veterans at Annual Rock Ceremony

Ohio State University recently held its annual Rock Ceremony, an event dedicated to honoring the 918 Buckeye alumni who died in service to the nation. Retired four-star Army Gen. John M. Murray, an Ohio State alumnus, delivered the keynote address. The ceremony, which dates back to 1919, concluded with a wreath-laying at a memorial rock in front of Bricker Hall. General Murray, who retired from the Army in 2021 after nearly 40 years of service, emphasized the significant support the university provides to its military-connected community. Ohio State currently enrolls over 2,400 military-connected students, including more than 400 ROTC participants, and employs approximately 1,500 faculty and staff veterans. Interim Executive Vice President and Provost Trevor Brown highlighted the university's long tradition of service, while Joshua Davis, president of the Ohio State chapter of the Student Veterans Association, underscored the lasting impact of service members' sacrifices. The ceremony concluded with a 21-g...

Appalachian Power Seeks State Approval to Charge Customers for Nuclear Reactor Site Development

Appalachian Power Seeks State Approval to Charge Customers for Nuclear Reactor Site Development

Appalachian Power Seeks State Approval to Charge Customers for Nuclear Reactor Site Development

Former Air Force Flight Attendant Cortni Potts Pursues Counseling Degree to Aid Veterans with PTSD

Former Air Force Flight Attendant Cortni Potts Pursues Counseling Degree to Aid Veterans with PTSD

Cortni Potts, a veteran who served 21 years in the Air Force, including 17 years as a flight attendant for high-ranking officials, is now pursuing a master’s degree in counseling at Arizona State University (ASU). Potts's career involved providing five-star service on flights for dignitaries such as First Lady Jill Biden and President Barack Obama. After retiring from active duty in 2021 and working briefly as a federal civilian, Potts was diagnosed with PTSD two years later, prompting her to seek therapy. This personal experience led her to shift her career focus towards helping other veterans, particularly those with combat PTSD. She aims to work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Potts also teaches yoga at Black Swan Yoga in Phoenix, a practice she adopted during her military service to manage physical and mental strain.

KCTV5 and Salvation Army Launch Annual Project Warmth Drive for Kansas City Families

KCTV5 and Salvation Army Launch Annual Project Warmth Drive for Kansas City Families

KCTV5 and Salvation Army Launch Annual Project Warmth Drive for Kansas City Families