A Tribute: Rosie the Riveters Were First “Oklahoma Standard”
Rosie the Riveters’ role in supporting the mission of the new Tinker AFB during early WWII is highlighted for visitors at the Major Charles...
Unkowns of Life Can Hurt Faith
Father, I thank you for this day. This simple prayer is how I begin and end each day. As someone who has had a...
New Book Highlights the 100-year History of Route 66
Route 66 turns 100 years old in 2026, and the historic highway is highlighted in a new book “Route 66-The First 100 Years,” co-authored...
Top Scores for VA Cemetery Services: By Freddy Groves
It comes as a big surprise, given the seriousness of burying a loved one, but the VA’s National Cemetery Administration (NCA) just earned an...
Pennsylvania Native Completes Command Tour Aboard Future Navy Submarine
Capt. Aaron Stutzman, a native of Acme, Pennsylvania, recently completed his tour as the first commanding officer aboard Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Oklahoma.
Oklahoma recently held...
SPECIAL FROM A VETERAN: The Crossing by James Ferguson
“When my son was learning about WWII in the 1970’s, I prepared this article to document my journey to Europe.
I left the United States...
Changes in VA Law May Affect How Veterans’ Claims Are Processed...
Veterans who applied for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefits in the past - or who have never applied - may want to review...
Scottish Rite Temple Has Unique History
The Scottish Rite Temple located at 900 E. Oklahoma Avenue in Guthrie has served multiple functions in Oklahoma history, including as the first state...
Oklahoma City Native Supports U.S. Navy’s “Take Charge and Move Out”...
Airman Jensen Jones, a native of Oklahoma City, learned skills and values in the Heratland that would be foundational to their success in the...
On the Cover: Jim Ferguson Did More Than What’s Expected
Some Americans serve their country for a chapter of their lives. Jim Ferguson wrote a book’s worth. His record spans three years of active...
Belmont Cove – Premiere 50+ Independent Living Communities for Veterans
Gary Owens is a familiar face locally with his television commercials as owner of Galleria Furniture.
But Owens is also in the construction business where...
BrightStar Care ExpandsTerritories, Integrates Agencies
When Jarod Cannicott acquired two BrightStar Care territories in the Oklahoma City metro in 2021, his goal was simple: build a home-care organization that...
A Soldier Who Never Leaves His Post.
A Soldier Who Never Leaves His Post. Oklahoma’s Capitol Memorial to Those Who Served and Sacrificed
Soldier Represents All Veterans
Is “The Big Guy,” deep in...
Faith Plays Integral Role in Life
Faith has long played an important role in Crystal McGee DePue’s life in which she lost her father at age 12, and the loss...
Faces of the Fallen – Tech SGT Marshal D. Roberts
By Jill Stephenson
Tech SGT Marshal D. Roberts, 28 of Owasso, was serving with the Oklahoma Air National Guard when he was killed on March...
Chaplain’s Corner: The 2:24 Intentional Discipleship Challenge
I became a believer in the Gospel at the age of 19 in the mid 70’s while serving in the Air Force. Those who...
Davidson Served Roles in National Guard, Education, Ministry
Jim Davidson dreamed of joining the United State Naval Reserves, but his eyesight kept him from fulfilling that goal.
Instead, the Pittsburg County native found...
Changes to Community Medical Care
By Freddy Groves
Veterans who get their medical care from civilian facilities need to keep an eye on what’s coming. In 2026 the contracts (originally...
Moore Native Supports U.S. Navy’s “Take Charge and Move Out”
Every sailor’s story of naval service is unique. For Petty Officer 2nd Class Ciarra Norris, this story began in Moore, Oklahoma, where skills and...
Oklahoma City Resident Supports U.S. Navy’s “Take Charge and Move Out”...
their goals because that gives me a sense of purpose. It also shows that I am a part of something bigger than myself. Seeing...
On the Cover: From U-Boat Attacks to Army Wings
The Charles Bachlor’s WWII Story
Charles “Ray” Bachlor, born in Tulsa in 1927, spent part of his teenage years in Houma, Louisiana, between 1940 and...
MAGAZINE RECEIVES COMMENDATION FROM GOVERNOR
Governor Kevin Stitt Commends “Oklahoma Veteran News Magazine’s” Purpose
Oklahoma’s first statewide veteran news magazine, now in its eighth month, has received an official commendation...
Cannons Roar, History Lives: Honey Springs Reenactment
Cannon Roar, Infantry Charge
Boom! Boom! The ground shook as Union and Confederate howitzers volleyed across the battlefield. Smoke rose while 2,000 spectators filmed or...
Randell’s Bronze Masterpiece as Oklahoma’s Most Robust Veterans Tribute
In keeping with our new mission to bring Oklahoma veteran news to life, we are only now celebrating the installation and unveiling of the...
Highway Sign Serves as Reminder to Thousands – Anthony Del Mar...
Have you seen those memorial highway signs with names and military ranks on them along the interstates in the Tulsa area? Have you wondered...
Exhibit Highlights Edmond’s Military History
The home of the Edmond History Museum, located at 431 South Boulevard has a history itself.
It once served as the armory home of the...
