Rockwall, TX (November 12, 2024) – The members of Young Men’s Service League Rockwall-Heath Chapter were honored to present military branch flags to 73 local veterans in recognition of their service to our country. Flags were installed this past week at the homes of 28 Army, 18 Navy, 18 Air Force, and 9 Marine veterans. […]
Caddo Mills, TX (November 4, 2024) – On Saturday, November 9, 2024, the national nonprofit organization Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) invites the community to a Volunteer Day event to help landscape Marine Lance Corporal Phillip Quintana’s future specially adapted custom home. The new home for LCpl Quintana, who was severely injured in Afghanistan, has more than […]
Rockwall, TX (November 4, 2024) – The “Thank A Veteran” Program aims to show appreciation to veterans who have served in the armed forces. It is open to all military branches and allows service members to receive discounts from participating merchants. To be eligible for the discounts, veterans must present the “Thank a Veteran” ID […]
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 […]