Veterans Day 2021: Deals for veterans, active-duty and families

This Veterans Day, businesses and organizations are saying thank you to veterans and active-duty service members with deals, coupons and more.

Phoenix WWII veteran gets his bathroom remodeled, free of charge
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Bob Coulson is a retired U.S. Navy veteran who served during the second half of World War II. He stumbled upon a newspaper article, highlighting the Veterans Administration HISA grant. The program allows money to be set aside, for disabled veterans, in order to remodel their showers.

Study of veterans highlights how COVID-19 vaccine protection wanes over time

A recent study of veterans’ records has provided new insight into just how much the protection offered by COVID-19 vaccines diminishes over time.

Biden declares November 2021 National Veterans and Military Families Month

Veterans and Military Families Month was created with the intent of placing more focus on appreciating and supporting veterans and their families.

Arizona veteran's van stolen from fenced-in yard found thanks to a Good Samaritan
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A handicap van has been returned to a Tucson veteran who has terminal cancer. The vehicle was the only way John Carter could get to his medical treatments. A suspect, Martin Alvarado, has been arrested.

‘Make Camo Your Cause’ campaign brings struggle of homeless veterans to light

The organization U.S.VETS seeks to bring visibility and awareness to veteran homelessness through “Make Camo Your Cause” — a campaign developed with the mission to end veteran homelessness in the United States while transforming what it means to wear camo here at home.

Wreaths Across America to include U.S. Space Force

The national nonprofit will add the U.S. Space Force to receive the ceremonial wreath on National Wreaths Across America Day on Dec. 18.

More backers of Arizona Senator Sinema defect over her Biden plan objections

Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema faced more defections from the broad base of support she built to win her seat in 2018 when five members of her veterans advisory council resigned over her opposition to parts of President Biden's infrastructure plan and refusal to ditch the Senate filibuster.

Mental Health nonprofit helps Phoenix veterans land on their feet
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On Saturday, the eighth annual "Stand Up for Veterans" event was held at Arizona Christian University in Glendale. Veterans show up to get help with things like medical and mental health resources to get them reacclimated to civilian society.

Dozens of exhibitors attend veteran job fair at State Farm Stadium

The event, which was exclusively catered to service members transitioning to civilian life, veterans and military spouses, brought dozens of exhibitors.

Vietnam War veteran needs help starting barber shop back up

It was at the age of 13, Robert Guidry fell in love with cutting hair, first his brother and then others. It wasn’t until he served in the Marines during the Vietnam War did he realize even more the importance of a good cut.

From Ground Zero to Afghanistan, veteran reflects on rage and perspective

Bryan Stern remembers running from the disintegrating World Trade Center, turning around, and not being sure that what he was seeing was even real. After that, he headed to Afghanistan: "I remember wanting my pound of flesh."

Army veteran organizes hike across Arizona for PTSD awareness
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Army veteran Joshua Emer is leading a 100-mile hike with other veterans through Arizona to raise awareness for those struggling with PTSD. Proceeds will be donated to Semper Fi & America's Fund, a non-profit that benefits critically ill and injured servicemembers.

Veteran-owned Home Run Stadium in Mesa struggling to stay open

A landmark veteran-owned business in Mesa that's been a staple in the East Valley for over three decades is struggling to stay open as the owner says a series of unfortunate events may force him to close.

102-year-old WWII veteran honored with birthday parade

Community groups, the Satellite Beach High School marching band, and several others took part in the celebration.

WWII veteran celebrates her 100th birthday in Phoenix with family, parade

Her family says they are most proud of her service for our country, her involvement in civil rights marches, like the Selma to Montgomery March, and her kindness.