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...
Stafford Museum: Journey From Wright Flyer to the Moon
Weatherford’s Stafford Air and Space Museum, located at 3000 Logan Road near historic Route 66, offers visitors an extraordinary journey through aviation and space...
Faces of the Fallen – Army PFC Jon Townsend
By Jill Stephenson.
Army PFC Jon Townsend of Claremore was killed September 16, 2012 while actively serving in Afghanistan. He was 19 and left behind...
Fortified Roofing: A Smarter Roof for Oklahoma Homes and Veterans
A new roof is one of the biggest expenses a homeowner will ever face—often the single most expensive replacement on a home.
What many Oklahomans...
Rock Garden Provides Inspirational Messages for Veterans, Families.
Patricia Hocker is on a mission to give inspiration to Veterans and their families while at the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center, located at...
Modest Governor Henry Bellmon Remembered
Marine Corps First Lieutenant Henry Louis Bellmon displayed heroism and leadership as a tank platoon commander during four WWII Pacific Island landings. He earned...
Cedar Gate Hosts MOH Foundation Fundraiser
Three Medals of Honor recipients attended a fundraising luncheon/live auction/clay shoot event at Cedar Gate in Kingfisher benefiting the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation.
The...
Chaplain’s Corner: Your Sabbath
Greetings, I’m SFC (Ret) George Shafer. I served as Chaplain at the American Legion in Guthrie, Oklahoma while earning my M.Div. I’m now the...
The Living Salute Fort Reno’s Deceased Veterans
Wreaths Across America
A mix of long rifles, muskets and pistols fired together at the Post Cemetery on December 20 - not in anger, but...
Coffee Bunker Raises Money for Veteran Connection, Community, Compassion and Coffee
Veteran service organizations can’t run on good deeds and good will alone - they need money to pay staff, utilities and rent - that’s...
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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...
