The early bird gets the worm and that can be the case when looking at your earned military benefits. Don't wait until you separate from the military to apply for VA service-connected disability compensation. The Benefits Delivery at...
How Armed Forces license plates funds continue to help veterans
The Washington Department of Licensing issues Armed Forces license plates to eligible veterans, military and family members interested in showing off their military pride and supporting a noble cause at the same time. The special license plates...
You can help recognize Washington as a Purple Heart State
You can help recognize Washington as a Purple Heart State - Donate today! All individuals and organizations are invited to donate to thank and honor veterans who were killed or wounded and received a Purple Heart in service to their country....
‘Candy Bomber’ passes away at 101
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) - Retired Col. Gail Halvorsen, also known as the "Candy Bomber," passed away Feb. 16. He was 101 years old. Starting his career in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1942, Halvorsen served as a pilot until his retirement in 1974,...
Reading and learning paid off for Patriots Landing veteran
John Coucoules' life has been one of ups and downs, but throughout it all he has persevered by reading and learning as much as he could. Born in Savannah, Georgia in 1927, he currently resides at Patriots Landing. He related how at the age of...
From filling sandbags to secretary of state
The Washington National Guard is comprised of more than 8,000 citizen soldiers and airmen dedicated to the mission of safeguarding Washington state and, if need be, the United States. "The National Guard is the only service where you can fill up...
