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May 27, 2021

Memorial Day 2021: What events are happening during the holiday weekend?

Here are several Memorial Day events that are happening this weekend.

May 26, 2021

California gov hopeful Kevin Faulconer proposes tax plan to make veterans 'taxed less and housed more'

With an expected recall election on the horizon to oust California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Republican hopeful Kevin Faulconer has proposed a plan to retain retired veterans in the state.

May 25, 2021

Goya Foods holding Memorial Day event to commemorate veterans and fallen soldiers

Goya Foods is holding a Memorial Day celebration in Brookshire, Texas to honor America's veterans and fallen soldiers on Monday.

May 22, 2021

California teen refurbishes American flag in his local park for Eagle Scout project

In the months leading up to Memorial Day, 17-year-old Christian Juvet decided to restore a massive concrete American flag in his local California park for his Eagle Scout project.

May 21, 2021

Mississippi veteran receives American flag 60 years after retiring from Army

A soon-to-be Mississippi city councilman helped a fellow veteran obtain the one thing he always wanted but never got: an American flag following his retirement. 

May 17, 2021

Biden nominee made millions at NCAA while arguing against paying players

President Biden’s nominee for deputy secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) made nearly millions at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) while arguing against paying college athletes.

May 16, 2021

Daughter helps WWII vet visit beach one last time before passing away

The daughter of a veteran from three wars was able to provide him with one last visit home before he passed away at the age of 95. 

May 16, 2021

Vietnam vets killed during secret Pacific mission get Maine memorial nearly 60 years later

On Saturday, families of more than 20 fallen soldiers were on hand for the unveiling of a memorial to honor those who perished over the Pacific Ocean.

May 14, 2021

West Virginia American Legion Riders aim to fundraise $20K for scholarship fund

Veterans from across West Virginia are making their way across the state in a four-day journey to raise money in the inaugural Legacy Run. 

May 13, 2021

WWII uniform jacket with 2 Purple Hearts returned to daughter of veteran who wore it

A World War II veteran's jacket has been reunited with his family thanks to the efforts of one man.