Maryland Women’s Caucus to Honor Veterans in Virtual Event
The Maryland Women’s Caucus is hosting a virtual celebration to honor women veterans on March 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The celebration also looks to pay tribute to… Read More
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Vaccines Available for Veterans Ages 65 and Older
The Department of Veterans Affairs is now vaccinating individuals who served in the military ages 65 and older. The VA is also vaccinating younger veterans if a person has several… Read More
Warrior Canine Connection in Need of Puppy Parent Volunteers
A special announcement just in time for Veterans Day- Warrior Canine Connection needs puppy parent volunteers. The organization is headquartered in Boyds and provides specially trained service dogs to Military… Read More
Warrior Canine Connection Hosts 2020 Graduation Virtually
Although this year marked Warrior Canine Connection’s eighth annual graduation, it was their first virtual ceremony. The special presentation showcased successful service dog placements that will help veterans in need… Read More
Seneca Boat Launch Gives Veterans, Walter Reed Patients Easy Access to Potomac River
Kayakers, canoeists, and paddle boarders looking to set sail at the Seneca Landing Special Park now have a safer and easier way to embark on their journey. Located at one… Read More
Mood Booster: Watch Warrior Canine Connection’s Live Puppy Cam
The Warrior Canine Connection has a new litter of puppies. Now, the future service dogs are on their journey to help change lives. Warrior Canine Connection utilizes a Mission Based Trauma Recovery… Read More
Maryland Ranked Fourth Best State For Military Retirees
WalletHub ranked Maryland the fourth best state in the United States for military retirees. The number one state on the list is Virginia. WalletHub, a company that offers free credit… Read More
Area VA Centers Provide Resources for Vets During COVID-19 Health Crisis
Veterans in the metropolitan area who think they have been infected with the coronavirus should be aware that the VA Medical Center’s Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Gaithersburg and the… Read More
Mood Booster: Watch Live Puppy Camera from Warrior Canine Connection
If you’re looking for an instant mood booster, you clicked on the right story. The Warrior Canine Connection healing quarters located in Boyds has a live camera that shows puppies and other service… Read More
Volunteers to Help Rebuild Warrior Canine Connection After Tornado Damage
Members of the community will gather this weekend to help with clean-up efforts after Warrior Canine Connection headquarters in Boyds experienced damage from storms. A tornado touched down on the… Read More
Amputee Returns from South Pole: ‘I Never Would’ve Dreamed of Doing This with Two Legs’
Cameron Kerr was lying in his hospital bed, thinking about his future after losing part of his leg to a mine in Afghanistan, when a fellow soldier stopped by. His… Read More
Serious Storms Damage, Close Warrior Canine Connection in Boyds
Warrior Canine Connection (WCC) in Boyds endured serious storm damage Friday, and employees believe it was caused by a tornado. The non-profit is currently closed due to the damage caused. … Read More