Military Families - Page 6

February 5, 2026

Trump calls family of Staff Sgt Ollis to confirm Medal of Honor award

President Donald Trump personally calls family of Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis to confirm their fallen son will receive Medal of Honor in emotional video.

February 3, 2026

White House approves Medal of Honor for fallen Army Staff Sgt Michael Ollis after yearslong push

The White House approved the Medal of Honor for fallen Army Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis, who died heroically shielding an allied soldier in Afghanistan suicide bombing.

January 24, 2026

Virginia Democrats blasted for threatening historic military college VMI with funding threat over DEI concerns

Virginia Democrats introduce resolution to investigate VMI funding as Governor Spanberger faces criticism for DEI push at historic military college.

January 16, 2026

IRS confirms Trump-ordered $1,776 ‘Warrior Dividend’ for 1.45M troops is tax-free

IRS ruling ensures military personnel keep every dollar of their $1,776 'Warrior Dividend' as payments reach active duty and reserve forces nationwide.

January 16, 2026

‘Sheepdog’ shines light on the war after war, as veterans continue to struggle with life back home

Sheepdog film by Steven Grayhm focuses on Army combat veteran's mental health struggles and civilian reintegration rather than battlefield scenes.

January 10, 2026

Former NFL quarterback opens up about hosting annual Gold Star Wives Hunt

Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler and a group of Gold Star wives join ‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ to preview the fourth annual Gold Star Wives Hunt and how it offers a unique opportunity for human connection and healing.

December 31, 2025

United Through Reading supports military families

United Through Reading CEO Carrie Valentine Fuller and the Shinskie family  discuss the organization's mission to serve and help military families by allowing active service members to record readings of stories for their children.

December 25, 2025

Nonprofit uses underwater technology to search for missing service members

Project Recover uses advanced underwater technology to locate missing service members from past conflicts. The nonprofit has repatriated 24 Americans.

December 25, 2025

How US troops celebrate Christmas abroad

U.S. troops overseas celebrate holidays with new traditions, special meals and community events while serving far from home across the Pacific region.

December 22, 2025

Folds of Honor marks '12 Days of Giving' with scholarships for military families

Folds of Honor President Col. Nick Nichols joins scholarship recipient Ashlee Zetzer to discuss the nonprofit’s mission supporting military and first responder families with scholarships and education opportunities.