One local veteran is honoring the passing of a fellow Medal of Honor recipient.
Ron Rosser is flying a blue Medal of Honor flag outside the front of his house for Robert Howard, who he says is the most decorated soldier in US history.
Rosser met Howard back in 1959 at the 101st Airborne in Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
"He used to come up and talk to me all the time. He kind of idolized me and wanted to be like me. I used to tell him, don't try to be like me, son, "...
Sunday at Philo Lutheran Church it was all about the veterans.
Frank Clifton, a former weather observer for the Air Force, says he was honored by the ceremony held Sunday morning before church services.
"VFW post from the Philo, Duncan Falls area, hoisted the colors and one of the men gave a statement about what veterans are and it was really good, very well received," says Clifton.
After church, members of Philo Lutheran and veterans enjoyed a...
Veterans Day is a time for Americans to honor the men and women who have served and fought for our country, and for many veterans, it is a day of reflection.
World War II Veteran Lewis Baker was stationed in England, serving in the 8th Air Force. He says he flew over France and Germany on six missions with the intent of destroying a factory that produced German planes, but Baker never made it back to England after that sixth mission. His plane was shot down.
"The day I was...
Applebees is offering a free meal to veterans that started at lunchtime and will continue through dinner hours.
It's the second year the restaurant chain has prepared a special meal for the men and women who have served our country, and General Manager, David Jacobs, says that lines have been out the door all day.
"It's amazing how much food. Today, we've already served about 3,000 customers. Believe it or not, we've already gone through about 500 pounds of steaks and 400...
Local communities are celebrating, honoring, and treating all our veterans today.
Summerville at north hills assisted living held a breakfast to honor those who served in the military.
The breakfast was for all veterans their families and anyone in the community who wanted to honor the vets.
John Reed an Air Force Veteran enjoyed reminiscing with his fellow soldiers.
"It's something that i think that you don't realize you went through but it's good to know...
In honor of Veteran's Day, three local groups are teaming up to serve our vets and help keep them healthy.
The Sports and Fitness Management Program at Zane State College is proud to offer a brand new free program to all area vets.
"In our sports and fitness laboratory gonna be utilizing the Wii Fit ,the Wii Sport and the Wii Active games to help vets with their wellness and fitness or even with rehabilitating some of their injuries that they might have...
A local organization that serves America's heroes is celebrating 80 years Saturday.
The Disabled American Veterans (DAV), chapter 12, was formed in 1929 by a group of World War I veterans. Now 80 years later the group has grown and members say they call it a second home. Dignitaries in attendance say it is important in every community to recognize veterans.
"I think deep down in our hearts we appreciate the veterans for what they have done and what they gave for...
