Discipline”… Not fun but always necessary
by Mark Miller, Chaplain
My name is Mark Miller. I have been in ministry for over 30 years, served as a Hospice Chaplain, and now...
Local Vets Administer Memorial High JROTC Program
Memorial High School’s Junior Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (JROTC) program in Tulsa is currently being administered by two storied veterans.1SG James Wilcoxson entered the...
Chuck Norris Recognized with State Resolution
U.S. Air Force Veteran and martial arts icon and “Walker, Texas Ranger” star died on March 19, 2026, at the age of 86 in...
When Scammers Call, Seniors Pay the Price
by Oklahoma Department of Securities
Imagine you’re a senior living in a quiet retirement community. One day you receive a phone call that sounds exactly...
Protecting Your Benefits
By Freddy Groves
On a recent National Slam the Scam Day for 2026, the VA stepped up, along with other federal agencies, with an array...
Love of VW Beetles Connects Veterans
Lino Roldan and Pedro Serrano met three years ago at a neighbor’s home while sharing a meal of Puerto Rican food, a cuisine representing...
Cleveland County OHCE Craft Show in Norman May 8-9
The Cleveland County OHCE Craft Show will take place May 8-9, 2026, at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds in Norman, Oklahoma. Sponsored by Cleveland County...
3rd Annual Classic Cars A-Round the Barn Car Show
Car enthusiasts, families, and travelers along historic Route 66 are invited to attend the Third Annual Classic Cars A-Round the Barn Car Show on...
Making Bathrooms Safer for Our Heroes
How the HISA Grant Can Help Veterans Live More Comfortably at Home
Owning a bathroom remodeling company serving homeowners across Oklahoma, I’ve worked with thousands...
On the Cover: Neal Fisher Volunteers at VFWs and DAVs
Neal Fisher, age 63, is content to let today’s servicemen and women defend our nation. After all, he has already done his part. He...
7 Eagle Group: Helping Veterans Find Success
Tyler Grant, MSGT (Ret.) was transitioning out of the United States Air Force, and he had a dream of working in Oklahoma State University’s...
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...
Miller Hospice, Oxford Healthcare to Host Inaugural Event for Veterans
Tulsa based Miller Hospice and Oxford Healthcare will be hosting an inaugural event for veterans on March 13th at VFW Post 557. The event...
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...
Care Plus Home Care Providing Services to Keep Seniors, Veterans Home
Care Plus Home Care services of Oklahoma City was established in 1993 by local businesswoman Nancy Brewer and her daughter Kristi Brewer-Campbell.
Together they have...
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...
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...
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...
