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Friday, June 07, 2013  For many of his 88 years, Ed Stempky told stories to family about his time in the army. These stories led his wife and children wondering, where were the medals that he earned?

Friday, June 07, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: The ceremony marks the transfer of command from Commander Joseph Buzzella to Commander Sean Cross

Thursday, May 30, 2013  A powerful patriotic line of American flags was waiting inside Cherry Capitol Airport Thursday night - ready to wecome home one of our nation's heroes.

Sunday, May 26, 2013  Visitors flooded the downtown sidewalks of Traverse City this Memorial Day weekend, ready to explore and spend some green at the local shops, restaurants, and breweries.

Friday, April 26, 2013  Dozens of veterans, Patriot Guard riders, friends, and family lined the concourse at Cherry Capital Airport Friday morning, awaiting the arrival of a Boyne Falls Airman.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: The Hiring Our Heroes event took place at Northwestern Michigan College's Hagerty Conference Center on Tuesday afternoon.   Hiring Our Heroes, a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, was launched in March 2011 as a nationwide initiative to help veterans and military spouses find meaningful employment.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: Wednesday morning, village leaders are announcing their efforts to construct a statue to honor fallen soldiers in their community

Monday, March 11, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: Benzie County veterans and their families now have easier access to services and benefits, thanks a new partnership. The Benzie County Board of Commissioners agreed to a contract to consolidate services with the Grand Traverse County Department of Veterans Affairs.

Friday, March 01, 2013  With spending cuts looming on the horizon, many are curious how Michigan will be affected including the communities that depend on military involvement.

Friday, March 01, 2013  Army GI says he leaked secrets to WikiLeaks to expose US 'bloodlust' in 2 wars, spur debate

Thursday, February 14, 2013  Often we don't realize how small this world is, or how often our lives are intertwined with complete strangers without even knowing. And sometimes when those connections are made, they can change our lives in an instant. It was a routine hospital visit that led to one conversation and now a special bond that cannot be broken for two military moms.