Military

Sen. Duckworth introduces bill for body armor, equipment to fit female service members

According to reports, poorly-fitting PPE is a leading cause of injury for all service members, whether deployed or in training.

Marsha Heller

78 years ago, bombs fell on Pearl Harbor. Vets paused to remember the tragic day

Dillon Ancheta

State leader supports legislation to benefit veterans and their families

Olivia Grelle

We wanted to take a moment to thank all veterans for their service.

Amber Ruch

Published November 13, 2019 at 12:36 PM

BBB: Research veterans charities before giving

The BBB said it has received more than 900 reports of charity scams over the last three years.

Marsha Heller

Published November 11, 2019 at 11:25 AM

Treasurer encourages Missourians to search for unclaimed military medals

Missouri State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick encourages Missourians to search the Unclaimed Property database for unclaimed military medals and insignia.

Steve Pobst

Published November 6, 2019 at 11:37 AM

Veterans town hall to be held in Cairo, Ill.

The town hall is to learn more about issues veterans in southern Illinois are facing and to answer any questions veterans might have.

Published November 6, 2019 at 11:16 AM

The Mt. Vernon community and veterans were invited to attend the ceremony honoring Doug Spells.

Marsha Heller

Published November 1, 2019 at 3:37 PM

Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial to host Wreaths Across America

The deadline for a wreath sponsorship is Monday, Dec. 2.

Marsha Heller

Published October 29, 2019 at 12:57 PM

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The Cape Girardeau American Legion remembers Pearl Harbor

New veteran service office opens in Mounds, Ill.

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Community college to host Veterans Day event

Shawnee Community College is set to host its annual Veterans Day event on Tuesday, Nov. 12.

Marsha Heller

Published October 18, 2019 at 2:28 PM

Poplar Bluff VA to host pink, purple-out 2K walk

Snacks will be provided and there will be door prizes.

Marsha Heller

Published October 10, 2019 at 8:56 AM

Benefit to be held for the 2020 Run for the Wall

The Mt. Vernon Elks will be hosting a chicken dinner fundraiser for motorcyclists participating in the annual Run for the Wall.

Marsha Heller

Published October 3, 2019 at 12:07 PM

23 soldiers injured in training accident at Camp Shelby

Several soldiers were injured during a nighttime airborne training exercise Wednesday at Camp Shelby.

Chris Thies

Published October 3, 2019 at 12:41 AM

VA hosts walk-in flu shot clinics for veterans

The VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff is hosting a walk-in flu shot clinic the week of Oct. 16 and at other community VA clinics on Oct. 25.

Marsha Heller

Published October 2, 2019 at 11:38 AM

Candlelight vigil to bring awareness to veteran suicide prevention

A Poplar Bluff VA hospital will host a candlelight vigil next week in hopes of shining light on veteran suicide.

Region 8 Newsdesk

Published September 18, 2019 at 8:55 AM

Honor those who served on National Vietnam War Veterans Day

The day honors those who served and sacrificed during the longest conflict in United States history.

Jasmine Adams

March 29 March 29

Legislation could help military widows/widowers access full survivor benefits

IL Senator Duckworth questioned the fairness of the current laws.

Jasmine Adams

March 8 March 8

MS soldier surprises son with first pitch reunion

1st Lt. Kaleb Beasley recently returned to Mississippi from a deployment to the Middle East.

Chris Thies

March 6 March 6

Suicide rates among Marines, Navy reached 10-year high in 2018

Many of the cases are young Marines who have not been deployed overseas nor been in combat, a situation that has also been seen in other military branches.

January 29 January 29

Join us as we salute those who serve.

Published December 11, 2018 at 11:18 AM

Veteran denied surgery for rare condition that causes constant pain, severe weight loss

After almost a decade of tests with the VA, the veteran sought outside care, but when he found a possible treatment, he was denied surgery twice.

Published December 11, 2018 at 5:44 AM

We want to thank all the brave men and women who are serving our country this holiday season.

Published November 21, 2018 at 9:45 AM

A Vietnam veteran died with no family, so other vets stepped up to remember him

The community also provided the funeral home with the proper paperwork to ensure the Marine veteran got military honors at the service.

Published November 13, 2018 at 5:38 AM

With evidence of Russian buildup in European foothold, US military is at the ready

With concern that Russia is upgrading its capabilities at NATO’s doorstep, the U.S. is increasingly on guard.

Published October 17, 2018 at 9:05 PM

Medal of Honor awarded to Sgt. Maj. John Canley, who saved fellow Marines during Vietnam battle

Canley fended off numerous attacks during the Battle of Hue and repeatedly charged across fire-swept battle grounds to take wounded marines to safety.

Published October 17, 2018 at 3:36 PM

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Free rides for veterans to see Vietnam Memorial moving wall

A transit service will be offering free rides to veterans to go see the moving Vietnam Memorial wall in Paducah.

Amber Ruch

Published October 17, 2018 at 11:25 AM

Lt. Gen. Laura Richardson becomes first woman to lead largest command in US Army

The command Richardson will lead, United States Army Forces Command, is composed of 776,000 soldiers.

Published October 16, 2018 at 8:13 PM

Pentagon reveals cyber breach of travel records

The Pentagon says there has been a cyber breach of Defense Department travel records that compromised the personal information of military and civilian personnel

LOLITA C. BALDOR

Published October 12, 2018 at 4:41 PM

‘Lowest level of humanity’: Man allegedly urinates on flags in veterans cemetery

Police are investigating, and the mayor says he’s confident anyone found guilty will be held “fully responsible for these despicable actions.”

Published September 13, 2018 at 1:51 AM

Passport issues: Texas veteran born at home faces citizenship scrutiny

More than two months after Daniel Jimenez applied for the passport, the State Department sent him a letter saying it cannot accept his birth certificate.

Published September 6, 2018 at 7:49 AM

The U.S. military says it has determined for certain that the shooting death of an American service member Monday in Afghanistan was a so-called insider attack

ROBERT BURNS

Published September 4, 2018 at 11:46 AM

National Guard schools Clippard Elementary at 'boot camp'

Guard members took the students through "boot camp" to help teach the school's expectations of respect and proper conduct while in class

Jasmine Adams

Published August 17, 2018 at 10:10 AM

Murray State ROTC program honored as Top Manned Partner

The Army ROTC program at Murray State University was recently recognized for being the best Top Manned Partner program in the region.

Julie Bollinger

Published April 15, 2018 at 7:57 PM

Missouri National Guard continues state partnership with Panama

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri – A historic and meaningful bond was strengthened once again this spring, as the Missouri National Guard played host to public forces personnel from Panama.Since 1996, the Missouri National Guard has continued to partner with the country of Panama, as part of the State Partnership Program, to conduct subject matter expert exchanges with this Central American ally.

Kyle Hinton

Published June 6, 2015 at 11:28 AM