Patriotism/Military

Published May 13, 2019

Military mom who surprised son to be parade grand marshal

STERLING HEIGHTS — May 27 will be a special day for Air Force Master Sgt. Hope Morphew. It will be her 41st birthday. It will mark the anniversary of when she came home from Iraq. And it will also be the day that she leads the Sterling Heights Memorial Day parade as grand marshal.

Published May 10, 2019

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

127th Wing welcomes new commander

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — Members of the 127th Wing have a new commander: a Michigan native whom the Selfridge Air National Guard Base community is very familiar with.

Published May 8, 2019

Southfield Sun

Southfield Memorial Day program to feature veteran tributes

SOUTHFIELD — Memorial Day is a time to remember the sacrifices of those who served the U.S., and during the city’s annual ceremony, officials are inviting the community to do just that.

Published May 8, 2019

Rochester Post

Communities partner to expand Memorial Day celebrations

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Officials in Rochester, Rochester Hills and Oakland Township have joined forces to bring new energy to this year’s Memorial Day celebrations.

Published April 30, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

Vietnam veteran shares war experiences with high school students

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Monsoons, human waste, scorching temperatures and the enemy. Those were among the elements Rufus McGaugh endured when — barely out of his teens — he was in the middle of combat as the Vietnam War raged on overseas.

Published April 23, 2019

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Roseville nonprofit raises flag after 5-year effort to obtain flagpole

ROSEVILLE — A Roseville-based nonprofit for veterans finally was able to raise an American flag over its building thanks to the support of some local businesses.

Published April 23, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Vets, Macomb County officials encourage Loyalty Day observation May 1

MACOMB COUNTY — The Loyalty Day, or Law Day, observance in Macomb County will run from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 1, on the first floor of the Macomb County Administration Building, 1 South Main St. in Mount Clemens.

Published April 16, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Volunteers sought to clean veterans’ graves at Oakview Cemetery

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Memorial Society has for the past two decades led an effort to clean veterans’ graves at Oakview Cemetery during the first two weekends in May.

Published April 2, 2019

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Local World War II vet receives distinguished French honor

FRASER — On March 27, at Fraser VFW Post 6691, World War II veteran Mike Aleo, 96, was presented with the Legion of Honor Medal for his service in 1944-45. He was a corporal and field wire chief in the 257th Field Artillery Battalion of the U.S. Army.

Published March 26, 2019

Macomb Township Chronicle

Macomb Township teen wins top military award

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Elisabeth McCallum Polleys, along with six other youth from around the country, are recipients of the 2019 Military Child of the Year Award.

Published March 8, 2019

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Slocum announces retirement

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — After 35 years serving the U.S. military, Brig. Gen. John D. Slocum, commander of the 127th Wing at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, has announced his retirement.

Published February 15, 2019

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Selfridge launches hotline to aid military spouses

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — The 127th Wing at Selfridge Air National Guard Base has stepped up its efforts to help military spouses in the wake of deployment through the Hometown Hero Hotline.

Published February 8, 2019

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Selfridge personnel hailed as heroes

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — A senior airman from Selfridge Air National Guard Base is being called a hero for her lifesaving actions while at an Emerald Warrior training exercise in Florida last month.

Published January 29, 2019

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Local group to give valentines to veterans

EASTPOINTE — A small token of appreciation or respect can mean a lot to a veteran, and the Eastern Michigan Women Ordnance Workers chapter of the American Rosie the Riveter Association are working to make their Valentine’s Day a bit brighter.

Published January 25, 2019

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Former judge, aviator Don Miller dies

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — Donald Miller, who served as a judge and an Air Force officer, died Jan. 18. He was 80 years old. Well-known in aviation and in legal circuits, Miller, of Harrison Township, was the husband of Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller.

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.