On this page, we will post stories that are of interest to all veterans.
USPS Unveils 250th Anniversary Stamps Honoring Military Branches
By Todd South The U.S. Postal Service is honoring three of the nation’s military branches — the Army, Navy and Marine Corps — with commemorative stamps to mark 250 years…
Veterans’ VA Referrals to Private Medical Care Will No Longer Require Additional Doctor Review
The Department of Veterans Affairs has changed its process for veterans to get medical care from non-VA providers, removing a requirement that a referral to community care be reviewed by…
VA Announces Major Survivor Benefits Reforms
The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced a three-pronged approach to eliminate barriers and streamline the process for how eligible survivors and dependents of deceased Veterans and servicemembers apply for…
The Best Military Movies and Shows Streaming Right Now on Netflix
By James Barber and Blake Stilwell If you’re looking for the best military and war movies and shows on Netflix, we’re here to help you stop the scrolling, move past…
Veterans Virtual Claims Clinic April 24
The Isakson VA Atlanta Regional Office will host an appointment only virtual veteran claims clinig from 4pm to 6pm on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Veterans will have the opportunity to…
General Membership Meeting Minutes from March 20, 2025
Each month, we post the meetings from the General Membership meeting so our membership can review them prior to the upcoming meeting. Those minutes are below.
‘Warfare’ Is One of the Best War Movies of the Post-9/11 Era
By Joel Searls “Warfare” isn’t just the most authentic, well-shot, superbly acted and properly paced war film of the post-9/11 era of military movies. In all likelihood, it will end…
Georgia WWII Veteran, 100 Years Old, to Receive French Legion of Honor
Alan Kinder was touched last year when the strangers he encountered during his trip back to Normandy gratefully hugged and kissed him. He had returned to France with other World…
How Service Dogs Can Help
For people with disabilities and medical conditions, service dogs can offer helpful assistance. These specially trained animals not only assist with daily tasks, but also offer great companionship and an…
The U.S. Navy Band Will Perform at Allatoona H.S. March 15
The U.S. Navy Band, from Washington, D.C., will perform a FREE concert March 15 at 7 p.m. at the Allatoona High School Gymnasium in Acworth as part of their 2025…
VA Secretary Collins’ Message to Veterans and VA Employees
It is my life’s honor to serve America’s Veterans as secretary of Veterans Affairs, and I thank President Donald J. Trump as well as the U.S. Senate for their confidence…
The WWII Fighter Ace and Medal of Honor Recipient Who Helped Give America the Super Bowl
By Stephen Ruiz As a fighter ace who received the Medal of Honor after shooting down 26 Japanese planes over Guadalcanal during World War II, Joe Foss was accustomed to…
The Legion’s Agenda for Congress
The American Legion is revving up its advocacy efforts, highlighted by dozens of crucial topics important to veterans and their families. The Legislative Agenda for the first session of the…
The First Medal of Honor Recipient of WWII Was Basically a Modern-Day Berserker
By Blake Stilwell Viking berserkers are remembered centuries later for throwing themselves into a battle without armor, clothing or fear for their lives or safety. Fueled only by rage, they…
GOP Chairmen Launch Effort to Expand Veterans’ Access to Private Doctors
By Rebecca Kheel Veterans could have expanded access to private doctors paid for by the Department of Veterans Affairs under legislation introduced by the GOP chairmen of the congressional committees…
