Local restaurants offer free meal at Camp Mabry to thank veterans
Veterans and their families gathered at Camp Mabry on November 18 for a free meal thanks to Jack Allen's Kitchen and Salt Traders Coastal Cooking.
Maryland boy, 8, helps homeless veterans with 'hero bags'
An 8-year-old Maryland boy offers homeless veterans a helping hand with "hero bags" he fills with clothes, hygiene products and bedding.
Navy dad surprises son at school in heartwarming reunion
A Central Florida father who has been deployed for nine months gave his son the surprise of a lifetime at his Winter Garden school Friday.
Georgia couple searches for owner of lost Marine Corps ring
A Lawrenceville couple is looking to reunite a Marine Corps ring with its rightful owner.
Sheriff’s deputies form relay across county lines to get disabled veteran to doctor’s appointment 100 miles away
Alabama sheriff’s deputies came across a disabled veteran of the Gulf War who was carrying an oxygen tank while walking to a doctor’s office about 100 miles away and sprung into action, forming a relay across county lines to get the man to his appointment.
Austin Veterans Day Parade honors those who serve
Austin's Veterans Day Parade is a tradition dating back 66 years, according to the Parade Foundation.
Governor Abbott makes political comments during Veterans Day ceremony
Along with songs from a choir, a memorial wreath was presented, as well as a traditional rifle salute. But political shots were also fired by Governor Greg Abbott.
Matthew McConaughey honors troops in Instagram post: 'Thank you for your service'
"Look up #thankyouforyourservice," he captioned the picture.
Austin-based healthcare company launches veterans initiative
Medici s launching a new initiative called Operation: 11/11 which aims to provide veterans across the country with concierge level healthcare at no cost and without the waiting rooms.
Austin celebrates Veterans Day with parade, ceremonies
The event kicks off at 9:30 a.m. at the Congress Avenue Bridge and travels up to the Texas State Capitol Building.
Local Texas National Guard prepare for deployment
Approximately 350 members of the Texas National Guard have gone through intense training to prepare themselves for the deployment. Families of the soldiers celebrated that hard work at their deployment ceremony at the San Marcos Rattler Football Stadium.
Missing airman identified as recovery efforts continue in Gulf of Mexico
An airman who is presumed dead after an unplanned parachute jump from a C-130 aircraft off Florida's Panhandle has been identified.
Former President George W. Bush holds 8th annual Warrior 100K bike ride for wounded veterans
It's Veterans Day weekend, and some who served at a high personal cost spent it with former President George W. Bush on his ranch in Crawford.
World War II veteran receives high school diploma at the age of 95
A World War II veteran received his high school diploma at the age of 95 -- more than 70 years after he left school and joined the Marine Corps.
Veteran who served in four military branches reflects on his career: 'I'm a lucky guy'
Yonel Dorelis considers himself one of the luckiest guys in the world.
Kennesaw teen collects torn, tattered flags to help military veterans
Kennesaw boy scout collects old flags to help military veterans
WWII pilot celebrates 100th birthday in Bradenton
Retired Air Force Colonel Jack Koser enlisted in 1940 and served his country for almost 30 years. This week, he celebrated his 100th birthday at home in Bradenton.
Around town weekend events with FOX 7 (November 8-10)
Many businesses and events around Austin are celebrating Veterans and active military service members with deals for Veterans Day. There are also other fun events highlighting local artists and a few conventions running this weekend.
'Band of brothers': Guards keep eternal watch over Tomb of the Unknowns for those who made ultimate sacrifice
Tomb guards maintain a constant vigil day and night, in rain, sleet and snow, to ensure the Unknowns will forever rest with dignity and honor.
Businesses offer free meals, discounts on Veterans Day in gesture of thanks to those who have served
On Nov. 11 this year, businesses across the United States are set to help former and active military members start their week off right by honoring their service with free food, coffee and discounts.