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FEEL-GOOD 5: Honoring and supporting veterans
Holidays
Iowans gather for annual Veterans Day observance
"Thank you for putting service over self so that everyday we can enjoy our liberties and peace and prosperity," said Gov. Kim Reynolds.
Holidays
Central Iowa ready for Veterans Day celebrations
There are several events happening around central Iowa to honor our nation's heroes.
Heartwarming
WWII veteran turned centenarian celebrates in Ankeny
Hal Hunnell celebrated with family and friends at the Albaugh Family Senior Community Center Thursday.
Heartwarming
WWII veteran turned centenarian celebrates in Ankeny
Hal Hunnell celebrated with family and friends at the Albaugh Family Senior Community Center Thursday.
Nation World
More than 800 veterans kicked out under 'don't ask, don't tell' get upgraded to honorable discharges
Under “don't ask, don't tell,” thousands saw their military service ended without an honorable discharge, meaning they missed out on key military benefits.
Military News
U.S. Navy warships targeted by Houthi rebels in Red Sea; Pentagon says no harm to vessels or personnel
Militants claim they fired missiles and launched drones at U.S. Navy vessels. The Pentagon's Deputy Press Secretary said there was no damage or injuries reported.
Military News
20 unclaimed Iowa veterans to be laid to rest Friday
The central Iowa nonprofit Final Salute aims to give these unclaimed veterans a proper burial while allowing the public to honor their service.
Military News
Iowa flags flown at half staff for fallen Pearl Harbor sailor
Everett Titterington will be buried at Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, Calif.
Sports
John Deere Classic hosts first-ever 'Folds of Honor Friday'
Folds of Honor provides scholarships to family members of fallen or disabled military service members and first responders.
Nation World
US military bases in Europe raise security threat levels
Two U.S. officials said increasing the threat level to “Charlie” is the result of a combination of events occurring across Europe.
History
These Hallowed Sands: Remembering D-Day (1994 World War II Documentary)
In this documentary from 1994, WVEC anchor Terry Zahn reports on the D-Day invasion of Europe, 50 years later.
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