by Rikki Almanza | Jun 3, 2026
American Legion Post 710 in San Bernardino is undergoing a revitalization effort to modernize the 80-year-old post, grow membership, and create a stronger gathering place for Veterans, families, and the local community. The post, located at 2181 W Highland Ave., has...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 20, 2024
A group of 27 Black Veterans, accompanied by family members serving as chaperones, set out on the first-ever honor flight to commemorate Juneteenth by visiting war memorials and monuments in the Washington, D.C., area. Under the hot sun, these Veterans, many in their...
by Rikki Almanza | Mar 5, 2024
March is celebrated as Women’s History Month. Women have made significant contributions across various fields, including the military. Throughout U.S. history, women have played vital roles in the Armed Forces, often without receiving due recognition....
by Rikki Almanza | Nov 15, 2023
The VA celebrated a historic milestone as its Million Veteran Program, or MVP, welcomed its one millionth participant, making it the world’s largest research program of its kind. Launched in 2011, MVP focuses on gathering extensive health and genetic data...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 5, 2023
The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced a partnership with the NAACP to improve services for minority Veterans. The objective of the initiative is to increase Black Veteran enrollment in VA services and ensure the hiring of culturally competent care...
