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Tuesday, May 28, 2013  An ex-Marine sniper now studying at Michigan State University has produced a video documentary dedicated to 25 members of a unit who were killed in fighting in Afghanistan.

Friday, February 08, 2013  Original Iwo Jima monument coming to New York City auction, estimated to bring up to $1.8 million

Thursday, January 24, 2013  Defense Secretary Leon Panetta is expected to announce Thursday that more than 230,000 battlefront posts are now open to women.

Friday, November 09, 2012  Everyday at Arlington National Cemetery there are moments that take your breath away. Such was the case recently when the remains of 7 United States Marines, who were thought lost forever when their plane crashed during Wolrd War II. The families of the fallen were told that the plane went down in the Pacific Ocean and that their remains were unrecoverable. That was the truth the families lived with for almost 70 years, until one day, deep in the jungle, a discovery that would finally provide them with some closure.

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  Everyday at Arlington National Ceremony, veterans are laid to rest with military honors. A flag draped coffin, a firing party, and a bugler are the images we expect to see at graveside funeral services. If you look closely though you may notice something you didn't expect, a lady. She is an official part of the ceremony, and by title, she is an Arlington Lady.

Monday, September 24, 2012  Black Marine Corps veterans from Michigan who endured rigid segregation during World War II have received national recognition for their military service.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012  Skydivers blown off-course, land on high-security submarine base along Georgia coast

Wednesday, July 25, 2012  A Northern Michigan U.S. Marine was killed in action in Afghanistan yesterday.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011  China responded swiftly, warning that an expanded U.S. military footprint in Australia may not be appropriate and deserved greater scrutiny.

Friday, May 13, 2011  Hundreds of people gathered in Gaylord to say their final goodbyes to a local American Hero, a Marine, who was killed in combat while serving in Afghanistan.  Friday, his funeral was held.

Thursday, April 28, 2011  Marines gets trained on new policy as military prepares for end of 'don't ask, don't tell'

Monday, November 29, 2010  Scam artists posing as deploying service members are targeting you with a good deal on a car.

Thursday, November 11, 2010  Gaylord Middle School honored men and women Veterans Thursday.   For the 14th year, Gaylord Middle School Principal Jerry Belanger and his students hosted Veterans for a program to remember and salute their service.

Friday, October 29, 2010  AP video included: FBI urges gunman in DC area shootings: You don't want to hurt anyone, turn yourself in

Thursday, October 28, 2010  Veteran Affairs offices across Northern Michigan encourage you to give them the addresses of your loved ones serving in the military.