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How Mid-Southerners honored those who served for Veterans Day

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West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery awarded grant for major expansion project

Rep. Steve Cohen (D-Dist. 9) and Rep. Davis Kustoff (R-Dist. 8) made the announcement Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024.
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Tunnel to Towers holds groundbreaking ceremony for Veterans Village Memphis

The Tunnel to Towers Foundation held a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday where they detailed new plans for the Veterans Village residence.
Community

Memphis veteran buys run-down homes, fixes them for families in need

“We’re here because we see the things that are going on, and we’re putting action behind it,” said Brad Bell, a Flanders Fields volunteer.
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West Memphis VA helps veterans with legal issues

A legal clinic is held on the 4th Tuesday of each month to help veterans and their families with a pro bono consultation with an attorney.
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Shelby County Veteran's Office honors Vietnam veterans in Wednesday ceremony

About 230 Shelby County residents took part in the Vietnam War when it first started, nine of them still unaccounted for.
Celebrate Memphis

Irreverent Warriors helps Memphis veterans live each day to its fullest

“We’ve lost more Vietnam veterans from suicide than were actually killed in the conflict itself,” said Jason Lederfine.
Community

Shelby County Navy veteran awarded for 60 total years of service

30 years in the military and 30 years with the Shelby County Assessor of Property - John Bogan has had a life dedicated to service.
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Shelby County Navy veteran awarded for 60 total years of service

30 years in the military and 30 years with the Shelby County Assessor of Property - a life dedicated to service.
Celebrate Memphis

Air Force veteran inspiring others after injury paralyzed him

Tyler Densford sustained an injury after he joined the Air Force, but that hasn't stopped him from inspiring others to keep moving forward.
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A look at how Mid-Southerners are honoring those who served for Veteran's Day

Folks across the Mid-South celebrated with parades, and honored service members with ceremonies.
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Veteran’s Day ceremony honors service members in Bartlett

The city of Bartlett honored veterans Friday morning with a dedication ceremony at Veterans Park.