Veterans News
News about those who have served in the military or for professionals who work with military units. Information includes benefits, services, products, technology, innovations and events of interest to veterans.
Homes for Heroes Honors Affiliate Real Estate and Lending Specialists Who Gave Back More Than $1.94 Million to Over 1,400 Heroes
Homes for Heroes, Inc. is proud to recognize eight of their affiliate real estate and lending specialists who have reached significant milestones and who will be inducted into the prestigious Homes for Heroes “Heroes Served Club” in recognition of their achievements. These eight... - November 01, 2017 - Homes for Heroes
Jocelyn L. Doyle Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Jocelyn L. Doyle of Boonsboro, Maryland has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for 17 years in the field of government healthcare. About Jocelyn L. Doyle Ms. Doyle is a Certified... - October 31, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
ACT Inc. Marks 61st Anniversary with Free Human Interest Column Offered to Media
A new consumer-interest column is being offered free to the media by the founder of a multi-media marketing company to mark the 61st anniversary of ACT., Inc, Philadelphia. The article is headlined “Handicapped? Using a walker has its benefits. Like Walking!” The author is Joe Ball,... - October 28, 2017 - ACT, Inc.
New War Book Offers Unique View – Consider for Veteran’s Day Nov. 10
The recently published novel "The Chords of War," offers a unique view of a young man, not a war enthusiast but a rock-n-rock guitarist, who finds himself on the front lines during the surge in Iraq 2006-07. It's based on the true story of Samuel Gonzalez, Jr. - October 25, 2017 - White Whisker Books
Military Family Celebrates 1st Anniversary as Franchisee of Major Organizers (R)
Military spouse/veteran couple Melanie and Bill Woods focus on bringing order and reducing stress to central Ohio, one household at a time. - October 25, 2017 - Major Organizers (R)
Marine Vet, Millennial HR Pro Tyler Koch Tapped to Join Forbes Human Resources Council
Tyler Koch of Houston, Texas has been selected for membership to the prestigious Human Resources Council of Forbes. Forbes Human Resources Council is an Invitation-Only Community for HR Executives Across All Industries. Koch comes from a leadership background in the Texas FFA Association and the United States Marine Corps. - October 23, 2017 - Koch-Tye Holdings, Inc.
CSI Bequest Promotes Safer Veteran Bathrooms with Purple Heart Homes
Donation of 500+ dual purpose grab bars and commercial-grade shower curtains made to veteran's organization Purple Heart Homes by CSI Bathware. - October 05, 2017 - Component Sourcing International
SCPC: New Study of Medicare “DIR” Fee Legislation Helps Demonstrate PBMs as Bad Actors Across Full Spectrum of Transactions
Solutions to PBM Pricing Abuses Must Address Entire Drug Supply Chain - October 03, 2017 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Wayne Brady Among Invisible Disabilities Champions to be Honored at 10th Annual Invisible Disabilities Association Awards Gala in Colorado on Oct. 21st
The Invisible Disabilities® Association (IDA) honors its 2017 award recipients on Oct. 21st at the 10th Annual Awards Gala, Laugh Out Loud, in Lone Tree, Colorado. This year’s Awards Gala, sponsored by Fireplace Warehouse ETC. is an opportunity to raise awareness and funds, plus honor incredible eight individuals and organizations making positive contributions towards understanding and education of invisible disabilities. - October 03, 2017 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Acer Exhibits and Events Launches New Website
Acer's new website launch coincides with recently being recognized for the 4th year in a row as one of the FAB 50 Exhibit Fabricators in the US by Event Marketer. - September 27, 2017 - Acer Exhibits and Events
Retired Military Veteran Gives Up $82,000 Job to Restore and Create Home Furniture in Pennsylvania
Being with Family and Enjoying What You do is More Important Than How Much You Make - September 20, 2017 - The Mosaic Dragonfly
Apertus Partners, LLC Awarded HUBZone Status by SBA
Apertus Partners, a full-service Staffing and Recruiting Solutions firm, is pleased to announce their acceptance into the HUBZone program. As of September 13, 2017, the SBA has certified Apertus Partners as a “qualified HUBZone small business concern.” Enacted into law as part of the... - September 18, 2017 - Apertus Partners
Veteran-Created Film Tango Down Launches on IndieGoGo
The short film, written and produced by United States Marine Corps veterans Rick Swift and Andrew Dorsett, seeks funding from US military supporters. - September 15, 2017 - SRE Studios
Denali Advanced Integration and Tech Qualled Partner to Hire Military Veterans
Denali Advanced Integration, a global leader in providing world-class Enterprise IT solutions and services today announced a partnership with veteran training organization Tech Qualled. The partnership helps US veterans secure jobs at Denali, which operates at the forefront of the IT... - September 13, 2017 - Denali Advanced Integration
Institute for Healing of Memories – North America Receives Grant Award from Disabled Veterans National Foundation
The Institute for Healing of Memories – North America is honored to announce it has received a Capacity Building grant from the Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) for $25,000, which will support Veteran Healing of Memories Workshops in Chattanooga, TN and Los Angeles, CA. Gloria... - September 06, 2017 - Institute for Healing of Memories - North America
National Bar Association Stands with Transgender Community; Banning Transgender Military Applicants Will Only Weaken U.S. Military
"The arbitrary announcement by the President of the United States to ban transgender applicants from serving in the military not only validates the prevailing feeling of intense anxiety within the community but serves to weaken the U.S. military at a time of expanding global instability." –Juan R. Thomas - September 02, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
U.S. Ranks Among Countries with Highest Rates of Prostate Cancer - September 01, 2017 - Men's Health Network
Major General Harry W. Brooks Jr., Dies at Age 89 Indiana's First African-American General and Sixth in the Nation
Family announcement of the death of Major General Harry W. Brooks, Jr., USA (Ret), arrangements and biographical information on General Brooks. - August 31, 2017 - Major General Harry W. Brooks Jr.
HGTV Stars Live Show in Las Vegas: “How to Make Money with Real Estate in 2017”
HGTV Stars Drew Levin and Danny Perkins will host free events in Las Vegas, Summerlin and Henderson on how to use real estate to generate income that can help prepare for retirement and provide more financial freedom. - August 29, 2017 - Response
Veteran-Owned Superior Fence & Rail Receives Top Honors
Florida-based fencing business recognized by Jacksonville Business Journal in the Minority Owned category. - August 29, 2017 - Superior Fence & Rail
Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired Introduces New Eyeglass Mounted Technology to St. Louis
OrCam MyEye, a unique, wearable device that mounts on glasses, receives visual information and speaks to the wearer, recognizing products and identifying faces, now available exclusively for demonstration, training and purchase at the Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired’s Brentwood facility. - August 23, 2017 - Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Care For Cops Hosts Twelfth Annual Charity Golf Shootout September 4
The Twelfth Annual Charity Golf Classic celebrates the great work of Georgia law enforcement officers and raises funds to support the families of those who have fallen in the line of duty. The Tournament includes raffle prizes, auction items, as well as long drive, closest to pin and putt competitions. - August 16, 2017 - Care For Cops, LLC.
Maine Fallen Heroes Foundation to Hold the Final Run for Our Fallen Heroes
This run has been going on for 10 years and has gotten way too big for one person to maintain so it will end. - August 14, 2017 - Maine Fallen Heroes Foundation
American Legion Alexander Hamilton Post 448 Issues Response to President Trump’s Ban on Transgendered Service Members
The recent announcement of President Trump’s decision to ban transgendered Americans to serve in the U. S. Armed forces has united the entire Post of LGBTQ veterans and Post 448 is issuing the following statement. - August 09, 2017 - Alexander Hamilton American Legion Post 448
Stewart Signs and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Announce Partnership
Stewart Signs and the Veterans of Foreign Wars signed a partnership agreement making the company the official licensed manufacturer of outdoor and marquee signage for the organization. - July 28, 2017 - EBSCO Sign Group
Bipartisan Tribute to Veterans and Those Serving in Congress Was Smashing Success
Annual event features inspiring speakers -- and a song dedicated to U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise by world-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns. - July 24, 2017 - Fedewa Consulting
BBMC Mortgage Announces Army Athletics Partnership
BBMC Mortgage and Army Athletics announce a multi-year partnership. The company, which is the ninth-largest VA lender, is led by two proud West Point graduates and U.S. Army veterans. - July 07, 2017 - BBMC Mortgage
Post Traumatic Stress Injury Sufferers Helped by Global PTSI Foundation's Progressive Web App with InspireHUB Technologies
The Global PTSI Foundation (Global) is putting a mobile app to work to support its mission assisting people suffering with Post Traumatic Stress Injuries (PTSI). - July 01, 2017 - InspireHUB Technologies Inc.
Larry G. Floren, LTC (R) USA, Multi Functional Logistician Honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Larry G. Floren of Colorado Springs, Colorado has been honored as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the fields of aerospace and defense. About Larry G. Floren, LTC (R) USA,... - June 30, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
HeadBlade Loves the Men and Women Who Shave and Protect
Proceeds of Limited Edition Models All Go to First Responders and Military. - June 27, 2017 - Todd Greene
BBMC Mortgage Offers Royal Treatment to Wounded Warriors at the Department of Defense Annual Warrior Games Competition
Always looking to expand its Veteran community contribution, BBMC Mortgage is proud to sponsor the Department of Defense Warrior Games event in Chicago, Illinois. The week-long event features military veterans from the United States, Britain and Australia who will compete against each other in exciting paralympic-style competitions. - June 24, 2017 - BBMC Mortgage
Veterans, CA Assemblymen Join Forces to Host 1st Annual Vegan Festival in San Jose July 1st
George, Stephanie Caruthers and CA Assembly member Ash Kalra will be hosting the CA Summer Veg Fest at the Santa Clara Fairgrounds on July 1st 2017 from 11am to 7pm. Sponsored by the CA Endowment. “I want the attendees to know to truths. That the planet we live in is in danger from all... - June 18, 2017 - Summer Veg Fest
Historic Uriel Saenz “Resist Dress” Travels to San Francisco Pride
Following a successful run at the LA Pride resist march, International couture designer, Uriel Saenz takes his creation to San Francisco on June 25, as it continues its LGBTQ pride circuit. - June 15, 2017 - The US Lifestyle Group LLC
Author of "The Unfinished" Donating Royalties to a Non Profit
Author Jonathan Myers announced that he will be donating 10% of his royalties to a non profit organization. - June 12, 2017 - Author Jonathan Myers
MediConnect to Take Part in Military Hiring Fair at 2017 Pittsburgh Expo with the Pittsburgh Pirates
MediConnect is honored to take part in the 2017 Pittsburgh Expo with the Pittsburgh Pirates, a military hiring fair that is part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative. The event is set to take place on Friday, June 16th from 9:30am-2pm at PNC Park in... - June 07, 2017 - MediConnect
Cruises to Benefit Wounded Warrior Project
Jeanne Farley, CCC of Cruise Planners Supports Injured Service Members with Memorial Day 2018 Cruises. - May 28, 2017 - Jeanne Farley, CCC Cruise Planners
American PetroLog Adds Another Military Veteran
West Point graduate and combat veteran Chris Clark joins American PetroLog team. - May 23, 2017 - American PetroLog
Bataan Survivor Marine Sargent Roger Baker Uniform Dedication
The uniform of Marine Sargent Bataan and Japanese POW Survivor will be given to VFW Post 8300 East Patchogue, NY on May 28, 2017 at 1500 hrs (3PM) Eastern Time at a dedication ceremony to be held at the VFW on Dunton Ave., East Patchogue, NY. - May 22, 2017 - Roger Baker Jr.
Linda A. Childers Honored as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Linda A. Childers of Hubert, North Carolina has been honored as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of philanthropy and crocheted goods. About Linda A. Childers Ms. Childers has 10 years... - May 17, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
EcoMark Solar Joins Solar Ready Vets Program, Seeks to Hire More Veterans
Are you a military veteran who would like to work in the solar energy industry? EcoMark Solar has recently registered with Solar Ready Vets® program. The company is seeking to hire more veterans and those recently retired or transitioning from the military to join their growing team in... - May 06, 2017 - EcoMark Solar
Healing Warriors Program Golden Ticket Event
Healing Warriors Program will host its annual Golden Ticket Event on Saturday, May 20th at 5pm at the new Block One Events Center located at 428 Linden Street in Fort Collins, Colorado. Keynote speaker for the event is Major Diggs Brown (ret) U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Berets) who in addition... - April 28, 2017 - Healing Warriors Program
Jacksonville Veteran Launches New Mobile Bike Shop Business
velofix, North America’s largest fleet of Mobile Bike Shops is now rolling in Jacksonville with US Military Veteran and Jacksonville local Ryan Peterson leading the way. - April 27, 2017 - velofix Jacksonville
Tando Productions Announces Release of Removed from Reality: Afghanistan and Back. Follow the Journey of One Marine During His Tour, and the Transition Home.
Removed from Reality is a documentary feature that follows filmmaker and Marine Tyler Morris through his 2009 tour to Afghanistan, and the very personal journey of returning home. Tyler was permitted unrestricted access to film his experiences, but due to the legal grey areas involved in distribution, the film has been released direct to YouTube. - April 26, 2017 - Tando Productions
Homes for Heroes Honors Affiliate Real Estate and Lending Specialists Who Gave Back More Than $1,000,000 to 1,150 Heroes
Homes for Heroes, Inc. is proud to recognize six of their affiliate real estate specialists who have reached significant milestones and who will be inducted into the prestigious Homes for Heroes “Heroes Served Club” in recognition of their achievements. These six individuals and their... - April 19, 2017 - Homes for Heroes
Algae Dynamics Corp Announces Research Agreement with University of Western Ontario
Algae Dynamics Corp, today announced a research and product development agreement with Western University to perform research on cannabis oil and its constituents in the context of depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and schizophrenia. This is the second of the recently announced research agreements with Canadian universities involving cannabis oil research. This announcement brings Algae Dynamics total university research contributions to $1. 6 Million for both programs. - March 13, 2017 - Algae Dynamics Corp
General Electrodynamics Corporation Finalizes Deal with Aerotechnic Industries in Morocco
In a move that signals maturity for its AN60Z platform, General Electrodynamics Corporation announced the finalization of a deal with Aerotechnic in Morocco that will see Aerotechnic acquire a set of GEC’s low profile aircraft scale system. While terms of the deal remain confidential, the... - March 03, 2017 - General Electrodynamics Corporation
Celebrities and Veterans Join Forces to Help America's Heroes
Kris "Tanto," Pete Rose and Graham Allen, Team Up with Nine Line Foundation and FourBlock in a major fundraiser to help veterans. - March 02, 2017 - Nine Line Foundation
Nation’s Largest Hero Savings Program, Homes for Heroes, Honors Top 10 Specialists and Outstanding Service Award Recipients for Helping Heroes in Dream of Homeownership
Homes for Heroes is proud to recognize their top 10 real estate and lending specialists across the country for 2016 as well as the recipients of their Outstanding Service Award. These individuals’ determination and passion for helping heroes has made the dream of home ownership more... - February 28, 2017 - Homes for Heroes
Colortrieve Systems Inc. is Now a Verified Veteran Owned Small Business
The US Department of Veterans Affairs has verified Colortrieve's status as a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB). Colortrieve sells radiology and medical supplies to over 1000 healthcare facilities in all 50 states. As a VOSB, Colortrieve is eligible to participate in the Veterans First Contracting Program and will have an opportunity to increase its sales to VA facilities nationally. Colortrieve's products are Made in the USA by Small Business Manufacturers. - February 16, 2017 - Colortrieve Systems Inc.
Finance Industry Veteran Behind Non-Profit “Business Plan Without Borders" for Immigrants, Refugees via Borders.Org
Serial entrepreneur and veteran business plan advisor Paul Azous announced that he has recently launched a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting the most vulnerable in society with their business startup needs. The organization, Business Plans Without Borders (www.Borders.org) assists... - February 16, 2017 - Borders.org