Honoring first responders, military veterans lost to suicide Rockwall, TX (October 21, 2024) – A crowd of more than 300 people, including first responders from across the state, gathered Sept. 21 for an unveiling ceremony of Heroes Memorial Park, located 1120 W. Rusk St. (66 Boat Ramp). The ceremony was a heartfelt tribute honoring the […]
GATESVILLE, TEXAS (October 17, 2024) – On Monday, October 7th, four United States Veterans from Florida and Texas embarked on a transformative journey as they began the two-week process of receiving Service Dogs from Patriot PAWS. The first week took place at the Lane Murray Unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), where […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 12, 2024) – The City of Rockwall, in partnership with First H.E.L.P., is proud to announce the unveiling of Heroes Memorial Park on Saturday, September 21, 2024. This new memorial is dedicated to honoring first responders and veterans who have died by suicide, ensuring they are remembered for how they lived and the […]
Bryan-College Station, TX (July 18, 2024) – On Monday, July 8th, six United States Veterans from the states of Texas, Indiana, Montana and Oklahoma began their two-week process of receiving a Service Dog from Patriot PAWS. The first week was conducted at Patriot PAWS of Aggieland, a student-led university recognized extracurricular club through Texas A&M […]
Worcester, MA (July 11, 2024) — Death by suicide is probably the most tragic and traumatic aspect of mental health crisis. Suicide leaves a permanent void in the lives of the people whose loved one has chosen this to be the end of their life. This is true for anyone affected by suicide, but perhaps […]
Royse City, TX (July 9, 2024) – Royse City Medical Lodge and the Royse City American Legion Post 100 are honored to host a special Quilt of Valor ceremony on Saturday, July 20 at 2:00 p.m. recognizing five local veterans for their service. Recipients include three residents of Fate and two current residents of the Royse […]
HEATH, TX (June 5, 2024) The City of Heath will celebrate freedom on July 4 with its annual parade and an opening ceremony honoring the community’s veterans and active military. The ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. in front of City Hall and feature a live barbershop quartet. Complimentary popsicles and cold drinks will […]
Rockwall, TX (May 21, 2024) – Patriot PAWS Service Dogs joins forces with Carry The Load, once again, as Nonprofit Partner to honor the sacrifices of our nation’s military, Veterans, first responders, and their families. As an active Nonprofit Partner, Patriot PAWS will be participating in Carry The Load’s 2024 Memorial May National Relay and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 22, 2024) – Patriot PAWS Service Dogs will celebrate the placement and graduation of four new Veteran/Service Dog Teams at 1 p.m. Friday, March 22 at their Rockwall campus, 254 Ranch Trail, Rockwall, TX 75032. On Monday, March 11, 2024, four United States Veterans began their two-week process of receiving a Service […]
Rockwall, TX (November 10, 2023) – This morning, JER Chilton YMCA’s annual Veterans Day ceremony was held with community members, leaders, YMCA staff and board members in attendance for the purpose of honoring all those who served. While Veterans Day is traditionally recognized on November 11, today’s ceremony seemed fitting with the birthday of the […]