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Community & Veteran Stories

Finding your squad after service: A Veteran’s story in the Military Esports League

Published September 16, 2026 · 4 min read

Army Veteran Christopher Jones found a new sense of camaraderie after military service through the Military Esports League. Now, as the league’s commissioner, he is helping connect service members, Veterans and military families through gaming, competition and community.

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Serve Veterans on 9/11: Make a lasting impact by volunteering at VA

Published September 11, 2026 · 3 min read

Honor 9/11 by volunteering at VA and support Veterans through meaningful VA service opportunities that strengthen communities and inspire lasting impact.

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40 under 40 honorees

Published September 9, 2026 · 3 min read

Three VA employees have been named in TechNation magazines 2026 “40 Under 40” list.

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VA dedicates Nevada’s first national cemetery

Published September 4, 2026 · 4 min read

VA dedicates Nevada’s first national cemetery in Elko, Nevada.

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Vietnam Veteran discovers ancestor who served in Revolutionary War

Published September 2, 2026 · 2 min read

Vietnam Veteran Hardy Bryan learned that his direct ascendant, Nathan Bryan, is one of the 49 Revolutionary War soldiers interred at a VA national cemetery.

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VA cemeteries to host National Day of Service and Remembrance marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11

Published September 2, 2026 · 3 min read

National Day of Service and Remembrance hosted at VA cemeteries marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11.

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Because they served: VA volunteers honored for community impact

Published August 29, 2026 · 5 min read

VA Volunteers at the Louis A. Johnson VAMC were nominated and selected as the first Hometown Heart Award for outstanding volunteerism and community impact.

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Tomah VA fishing tournament brings together Veterans and community

Published August 27, 2026 · 3 min read

Tomah VA’s annual fishing tournament brings together Veterans, volunteers and community partners for a day of connection, recreation and support.

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Florence Standish: The nurse who helped build VA Care in Asheville

Published August 26, 2026 · 3 min read

Early VA nursing history is highlighted through nurse Florence Standish, whose leadership at Army Hospital No. 19 shaped early Veteran care in Asheville.

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Puppies with a purpose visit VA’s Central Office

Published August 26, 2026 · 5 min read

Six-week-old Warrior Canine Connection puppies visited VA Central Office, building confidence for their future roles supporting Veterans.

Community & Veteran Stories

2027 Unbroken Spirit Veteran Program applications are open

Published August 18, 2026 · 4 min read

Unbroken Spirit’s free, yearlong program helps Veterans build connection and purpose through leadership training, outdoor challenges and service.

Community & Veteran Stories

From wild horse to Route 66: A sailor’s century-long journey

Published August 17, 2026 · 6 min read

From Wild Horse to the Pacific, Morris Neighbors served with courage on USS Leutze and built a lifelong path of service, family and community.

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