WWII veteran asked for 100 cards for her 100th birthday. Here’s how many she got.
Mrs. Ethelyn Bell celebrated her 100th birthday this week. Thanks to many of you, she had a very special day.
Veteran wounded in Iraq moves into Cedar Hill home built for his needs
A veteran has moved into a custom home that was built for his specific needs in Cedar Hill.
How a government shutdown will affect veterans
Veterans should prepare for some services to be cut until the shutdown ends.
WWII veteran hoping for 100 cards for her 100th birthday
A World War II veteran from North Texas is hoping others will help her celebrate her 100th birthday.
Volunteers work to expand community garden that feeds veterans
Hundreds of volunteers are coming together to help upgrade and expand a local community garden in an effort to end the hunger crisis facing veterans.
North Texas veteran who was wounded in Iraq gifted home built for his needs
A veteran in Cedar Hill received a gift of a custom home that was built for his specific needs.
Veteran receives new roof for her McKinney home
A U.S. Navy veteran received a new roof on her McKinney home as part of the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project.
What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
Memorial Day and Veterans Day are two important holidays that honor those who have served in the United States military. However, there is a difference between the two holidays.
Recruit Military Job Fair held at AT&T Stadium to help veterans get hired
Dozens of North Texas companies gathered Thursday seeking veteran workers.
VA responds to concerns from Dallas veterans over process to hire new director
The VA admits the department never posted the job opening for a director to lead the country's second-largest VA healthcare system in the country.
Some veterans question hiring process to name new director of VA North Texas Health Care System
Some North Texas veterans are concerned that the VA did not follow proper procedure when selecting the next director of the second-largest VA medical system in the country.
Operation Texas Strong donates renovated RVs to homeless veterans
Bobby Crutsinger and his wife, Peggy, acquire donated RVs, refurbish them, and work with social workers to identify homeless veterans to give the vehicles to once they meet certain criteria.
Wreaths Across America: 50,000 wreaths to be placed on graves at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery
It is a massive endeavor of placing a wreath on each of the 50,508 graves at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. This will be the third year that there are enough wreaths to be placed at every veteran's grave, but it did not start out that way.
Program intended to help veterans with home ownership used to purchase short-term rental in Keller
As cities across North Texas grapple with how to regulate short-term rentals, one group of neighbors was shocked to find out that a VA loan was used to purchase a short-term rental in their neighborhood.
Greater Dallas Veterans Day Parade canceled because of the weather
The Greater Dallas Veterans Day Parade that was set to honor the men and women who have protected our freedom was canceled Friday because of the rain.
Dallas lawyer recognized for pro bono work for veterans struggling with disability benefits
Veteran Shermika Thomas retired as a sergeant in the U.S. Army. She was exposed to firefights, convoys caught by IEDs, dead bodies and Afghanistan burn pits. Still, she was denied VA disability benefits. She struggled to get the help she deserved -- until one lawyer stepped in.
Bread Stuffing
Chef Leo Morales from The Statler shares a recipe for bread stuffing. It will be among the dishes served at the 5th Annual Thanksgiving for Your Service on Thanksgiving Day. Active military, veterans, and first responders can get a free meal by signing up for the event at www.thestatlerdallas.com/thanksgiving
VA announces new grants to help homeless veterans
The grants are for the federal budget year that starts Oct. 1, 2023.
Injured North Texas Army veteran gifted new, mortgage-free home
Ret. Army Specialist Jonathan Merchant has been living in this rented home in Burleson. On Saturday, the injured veteran will move to a brand-new ADA-modified home. The mortgage-free home will literally give him and his wife a new lease on life.
Decorated WWII Delco veteran celebrates 104th birthday
A Folcroft, Pa. WWII veteran turns 104 and friends and family turn out to celebrate with him.