Patriotism/Military

Published January 7, 2019

C&G Newspapers

MCC recognized as a ‘veteran-friendly school’

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb Community College is taking good care of its military veterans, according to the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, or MVAA. The MVAA recently recognized MCC as a certified veteran-friendly school by awarding the college gold-level recognition for the fourth consecutive year.

Published December 18, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Clawson Veteran Memorial in search of donations

CLAWSON — Almost four years ago, a group led by Clawson veterans embarked on a journey to honor deceased active-duty service members with ties to the community — who either lived in Clawson, attended school in Clawson or owned a business in Clawson.

Published December 18, 2018

Grosse Pointe Times

Veterans, first responders invited to holiday event

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — For the fourth year, current military members, veterans, first responders and their families are invited to a free holiday celebration in their honor at The War Memorial.

Published December 11, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Cadets gain lessons, impact lives through Civil Air Patrol

FRASER — A child about to enter his or her teen years, or an adult seeking to make a difference, can find optimistic enthusiasm through Civil Air Patrol.

Col. Scott Davis, who is part of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army, Acquisition Logistics and Technology, speaks in 2014 about freedoms gained because of current, past and future members of the military.

Published December 11, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Wreaths Across America event in Clinton Township continues to grow

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — In its ninth year, Wreaths Across America has connected organizers, veterans and civilians in a manner that exudes honor, respect and patriotism. The event, which is venerated nationally, fuses those who have served with those who currently serve, and others, like youth groups and organizations.

Published November 23, 2018

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Veterans rehabilitation center finds home at Selfridge

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Harrison Township is now the home of the Eisenhower Veteran Care Transition Center, which will provide both residential rehabilitation and reintegration programs to veterans in need.

Published November 13, 2018

Rochester Post

A tribute and thanks to veterans

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — World leaders signed an armistice 100 years ago in a train car in France. The goal was to end four years of conflict in the war to end all wars.

Published November 13, 2018

Grosse Pointe Times

Helm salutes veterans at annual event

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — In honor of Veterans Day Nov. 11, The Helm at the John A. and Marlene L. Boll Life Center in Grosse Pointe Farms once again took time to honor some of the local men and women who have served the nation.

Published November 12, 2018

Farmington Press

Annual Veterans Day celebration highlights bravery

FARMINGTON HILLS — Commerce Township resident William Lapham, 71, came back home nearly 50 years ago.

Published November 12, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Shelby Township Veterans Day celebration honors those who served

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township hosted a Veterans Day celebration from noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Shelby Township municipal campus, located at 52700 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township.

Published November 9, 2018

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Harrison Township honors veterans with ceremony

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — Lt. Col. Donald “Digger” Odell enlisted in the U.S. Air Force on Sept. 6, 1952. Raised in Pontiac, Odell served until April 1954, when he entered the Aviation Cadet Pilot Training Program. He received his commission and wings on Aug. 1, 1955, and became an instructor pilot in the U.S. Air Force Officer Training School from 1955-58.

Published November 7, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Quilt-making volunteers shroud vets in valor

METRO DETROIT — Quilts are made painstakingly, with love, for warmth and comfort. Quilts of Valor mean even more than that.

Published November 7, 2018

Southfield Sun

Southfield's Veterans Day ceremony to take more local approach

SOUTHFIELD — This Veterans Day, the city’s goal is to honor more hometown heroes, according to Southfield officials.

Published November 6, 2018

Grosse Pointe Times

Local communities, schools to observe Veterans Day

GROSSE POINTES — As Veterans Day approaches Nov. 11, local schools and organizations will honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. military.

Published November 5, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Township to honor veterans during Veterans Day celebration

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township will host a Veterans Day celebration from noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Shelby Township municipal campus, 52700 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township.

Published November 5, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Run with veterans at the Running with Heroes 5K

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township will be honoring veterans with its sixth annual Shelby Township Running with Heroes Veterans Memorial Run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Shelby Township municipal campus, 52700 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township.

Published November 2, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Hockey game, open house to benefit veterans

ST. CLAIR SHORES/CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP — With the goal of making a difference in the lives of veterans, employees of Stahls will take on the Detroit Red Wings alumni team to kick off the company’s Power Play for Heroes event during Veterans Day weekend.

Published November 2, 2018

C&G Newspapers

Local schools to honor veterans

MACOMB COUNTY — In observance of Veterans Day Nov. 11, students and staff from two local institutions will pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. military.

Published October 30, 2018

Troy Times

Veterans Day speaker to reflect on ordinary people doing extraordinary things

TROY — When Dr. Michael Paletta, chief of flight medicine for coalition forces in Baghdad in 2007, takes the podium as the keynote speaker for the Troy Veterans Day ceremony, he will reflect on his belief that those who serve are ordinary people who do extraordinary things.

Published October 1, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

American Legion to memorialize Utica soldier’s death 100 years ago in WWI

UTICA — The Victor I. Rieck American Legion Post 351 will honor its namesake with a wreath-laying ceremony at 5 p.m. Oct. 9 at the Utica Cemetery, 46325 Shelby Road in Shelby Township.