An unprecedented blend of real-life heroism and original filmmaking, Act of Valor stars a group of active-duty Navy SEALs in a powerful story of contemporary global anit-terrorism. Inspired by true events, the film combines stunning combat sequences, up-to-the minute battlefield technology and heart-pumping emotion for the ultimate action adventure. Act of Valor takes … [Read more...]
Applebee’s to Offer FREE Meals to Veterans on Veterans Day
Applebee’s will again say THANK YOU to our nation’s veterans and active duty military by inviting them to their neighborhood Applebee’s for a free meal on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11, 2011 On this national day of respect and remembrance, Applebee’s is honored to salute veterans and active military for their service to our country. As you may recall, Applebee’s initiated … [Read more...]
High Rates of Mental Health Issues for Returning Soldiers
In a recent article on PsychCentral.com, it was revealed that current research indicates that approximately 40 percent of returning soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan suffer from mental and behavioral health issues upon returning home. Common Diagnoses While the news has been filled in recent years with the struggles that veterans face when trying to reintegrate into civilian … [Read more...]
Keep Halloween Safe
By David W. Kuhns Sr. "Trick or treat." That's one of the favorite phrases in American English - right up there with "Merry Christmas" and "Play ball." The sound of a child calling out the traditional request for candy brings back pleasant memories for all of us. I remember one of my first Halloweens. I went out as a robot. I wore silver-painted milk cartons on my arms … [Read more...]
Special Halloween Series: A Haunting you can ‘Bank’ On
10/13/2011 by Tech. Sgt. Kevin Wallace 100th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs RAF MILDENHALL, England -- Bank, commissary, base exchange and rumored to once have been a morgue, Bldg. 131 has served as home to many facilities over the years. However, for years, another presence has dwelled within the brick walls that currently make up Keesler Federal Credit Union. Pat … [Read more...]