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Washington, D.C. – Gordon Black, a 35-year-old soldier of the United States Army, has found himself in a precarious situation after being detained in Russia on allegations of criminal misconduct. His mother, Melody Jones, shared in an interview with “Good Morning America” that Black was on a two-week leave from his duty station in South…
Washington, D.C. – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is set to broaden the scope of healthcare services available to family members and primary caregivers under the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA). Starting at the end of May, these enhancements will include the introduction of audio-only telehealth, extended…
Philadelphia, PA – As the Marine Corps approaches its 250th anniversary, plans are underway to recreate a significant piece of its storied past. The Tun Tavern Legacy Foundation has successfully acquired a plot of land with the goal of reconstructing Tun Tavern, the legendary site where the Marine Corps is believed to have originated. Scheduled…
Parris Island, SC – The Make-A-Wish Foundation, renowned for fulfilling over half a million wishes for critically ill children globally since 1980, has witnessed an array of dreams from visiting famous theme parks to meeting sports and music celebrities. However, Trent Williams, a 12-year-old from York, South Carolina, with a congenital heart condition, chose an…
The Rising Threat of Fraud Against Veterans Fraud, characterized by intentional deception leading to financial or benefit loss, is increasingly targeting Veterans. An AARP study from November 2021 revealed that 78% of Veterans have been victims of scams exploiting their military history. These scams, including a variety of imposter scams like online romance or emergency…
Kirkland, WA – In 2000, two sophomores at Juanita High School in Kirkland, Washington, forged a friendship destined to withstand the toughest of trials. Garrett Ware, new to the school, found an instant best friend in Nathan Wood. Their bond, built on shared experiences and adolescent camaraderies, took a decisive turn when Nathan expressed his…
US Army Rectifies Century-Old Racial Wrongs Against WWI Black Soldiers Washington, DC – The US Army has recently taken a historic step to address a long-standing injustice by overturning the convictions of 110 Black soldiers involved in the World War I-era Houston riots. This move, aimed at redressing past racial wrongs, reclassifies their military service…
Marine Corps Embraces Young Dreamer in Moving Ceremony The story of Jack Lowe, a 17-year-old with a lifelong dream of becoming a Marine, touched the hearts of many within the Marine Corps community. Born in Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms, California, Jack’s aspiration was influenced by his father, retired Staff Sgt. Daniel Lowe. Despite the challenges…
