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Placer County Marks Veterans Day with Operation Greenlight

Nov 06, 2024 03:33PM ● By Placer County News Release

As part of Operation Greenlight, the Board of Supervisors passed a proclamation and will light the colonnade of Placer County’s historic courthouse in Auburn green from Nov. 1-11.

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California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

Jul 09, 2024 01:48PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Honoring General Bud Anderson

May 23, 2024 11:15AM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

On May 17, World War II Triple Ace Brigadier General Clarence E "Bud" Anderson Passed Away in His Home Peacefully

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Alice Astafan Shares Her Story

May 23, 2024 10:33AM ● By Annie Kerr

Retired Major General Highlights Achievements (and Challenges) in New Memoir

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Aero-Blast Honors Vets

Nov 15, 2023 01:32PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

McClellan-based Nonprofit Holds Gala Honors Veterans

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Gala Salutes Vets Day at Aerospace Museum

Oct 26, 2023 09:43AM ● By Staff Correspondent

McClellan Park Facility to Host USO-style Gala

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PRIDE Industries Holds "Hire A Veteran Day"

Jul 12, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Thomas J. Sullivan

PRIDE Industries helps transition vets into rewarding civilian careers

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Blue Star Museums Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and Their Families

Jun 08, 2023 12:00AM ● By T-Rock Communications News Release

Active-duty military personnel receive free admissions through September 4

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Legion Holds Fundraiser Ball

Jun 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Elise Spleiss

Signature program's grants benefited 5,500 veterans

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Reading of the Names at California Vietnam Veterans Memorial

May 25, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Phil Rios, US Army MP ret Combat veteran

Volunteers sign up at Vietnam Veterans of America Sacramento Valley's Chapter

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This Magic Wall Heals

Apr 05, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story and photos by Elise Spleiss

Replica is an Incredible Display of Love and Respect

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'The Wall That Heals'

Feb 22, 2023 12:00AM ● By VVMF News Release

Replica Wall and Mobile Education Center spreads healing legacy

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Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Examines WWII Japanese American Incarceration Camps

Feb 15, 2023 12:00AM ● By MACC News Release

Executive Order 9066 led to incarceration of Japanese Americans following Pearl Harbor

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'The Wall That Heals' to Exhibit in Citrus Heights

Feb 08, 2023 12:00AM ● By American Legion News Release

Rusch Park will host wall from March 29 - April 2, 2023

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Sons of Union Veterans Keep Civil War History Alive

Feb 08, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Thomas J. Sullivan

SUVCW is actively looking for new members

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WW II Ace Promoted to General

Dec 09, 2022 12:00AM ● By Story and photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Over 200 invited guests applauded the centenarian's appointment

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Support Operation Green Light for Our Veterans

Nov 09, 2022 12:00AM ● By National Association of Counties News Release

 

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Time for Me to Fly!

Sep 21, 2022 12:00AM ● By CCA Special Release

Multi-national salute prepared for 75th Anniversary US Air Force

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We Can Do It - Together! Inspiring Girls in STEM

Sep 08, 2022 12:00AM ● By Aerospace Museum of CA News Release

Inspiring a generation of women to explore, discover and dream

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Aerospace Museum 'Feels the Need for Speed'

Aug 25, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Ruth N. Morse

Museum thrived despite Covid closures the last couple of years

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City of Roseville Celebrates the Grand Opening of Sonrisa Senior Living & the Ground Breaking of Sonrisa Assisted Living and Memory Care

Jun 27, 2022 12:00AM ● By City of Roseville News Release

 

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Placer native among 5 Marines killed in aircraft crash

Jun 13, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Shaun Holkko, assistant editor

Capt. John Sax, 31, attended Granite Bay High School

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Raising Funds for Wounded Veterans

May 26, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Elise Spleiss

Program Operation Comfort Warriors at the California Railroad Museum

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Potential strategies emerge from Placer's regional effort to respond to homelessness

Mar 16, 2022 12:00AM ● By County of Placer news release

 

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Sacramento Chapter DAR Funds Service Dogs for Veterans

Dec 28, 2021 12:00AM ● By DAR Press Release

Veterans disabled by PTSD are eligible to participate in 4Paws2Freedom's

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Annual Fall Festival at the Veterans Community Center this Saturday, October 30th

Oct 14, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Patrick Larenas

The organization holds its fundraisers to sustain veteran services

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Founder of Furniture Program for Previously Homeless Vets is Awarded

Apr 14, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Ernie Larson, American Legion Legislative Action Post 861

Frank Received the Outstanding Member of the Year Award for the Year 2020

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Blue Star Moms Host Drive-thru Fundraiser

Mar 11, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Thomas J. Sullivan

The annual goal is to send between 1,200 to 1,500 boxes per year

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Sacramento Soldier Plays Starring Role in Army Careers Campaign

Jan 27, 2021 12:00AM ● By By Laurencia Duran, FleishmanHillard

Next Chapter of "What's Your Warrior?" Offers Deeper Look At Army Careers

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Complimentary Excursion Train Rides & Museum Admission on Veterans Day for Vets

Nov 10, 2020 12:00AM ● By Traci Rockefeller Cusack, T-Rock Communications

To honor their service and celebrate the patriotic holiday

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Students Can Still Soar with Your Help

Oct 01, 2020 12:00AM ● By California Capital Airshow Press Release

Airshow May Not Be Flying This Year But You Can Still Help

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VA Marks Suicide Prevention Month with "Be There" Campaign

Sep 10, 2020 12:00AM ● By By Will Martin, VA Northern California Health Care System

Those getting help are less prone to suicide than those who choose to struggle alone

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The 'Golden Years' Can Feel Oppressive

Jul 23, 2020 12:00AM ● By Association of Mature American Citizens News Release

More states appear to be planning license renewal restrictions on older drivers

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VA NorCal Health Offers 'On-Demand' COVID-19 Testing

Jul 01, 2020 12:00AM ● By By Will Martin, VA Northern California Health Care System

VA NorCal is ensuring the Veteran community is at the forefront of Coronavirus care in Northern California

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Moving America Forward

Dec 31, 2019 12:00AM ● By By Patrick Larenas

Sending a Holiday Salute and Care Packages

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