What are the best colleges for veterans?

ASU is right up there at #2 of the best Colleges for Veterans, participating in the four main federal programs regarding veterans and offering numerous on-line courses.    ~Bill By: Carly Stockwell September 24, 2014 / USA Today College The post 9/11 G.I. Bill was set into place to help transition veterans into civilian careers after… Read More

Some Traditions Never Die

I was always a sucker for tradition. When I was a kid my family invariably celebrated birthdays at this incredible, greasy-spoon Chinese restaurant in Rockland Massachusetts. The restaurant is gone now, ousted by some strip-mall or condo development or parking garage… whatever it is they replace childhood traditions with. I now live In Arizona where… Read More

9/11, The Gift That Keeps on Giving

I don’t mean to be snarky but after 13 years these stories are no less sad, no less infuriating, and they will remain so until there are no more stories.    ~Bill Article by: ULA ILNYTZKY , Associated Press in the Star Tribune Photo: Stan Honda, Associated Press / Star Tribune photo galleries 3 retired… Read More

Sinema releases resource guide for veterans

Kyrsten Sinema is a delightfully outspoken advocate for Veterans. We are just outside her district, still we like to keep track of her accomplishments.    ~Bill By Allison Hurtado, Ahwatukee Foothills News | Posted: Friday, September 19 U.S. Rep. Kyrsten Sinema has released a comprehensive resource guide for veterans in her district just as this week… Read More

5 Things to Do When You Get PCS Orders – Military.com

You are currently serving in the Military, you own a house and you receive PCS orders. What should you do next. Call us we would be glad and honored to assist.We have systems in place that not only save you money but more importantly, will save you TIME! Bill Salvatore with AZVHV Arizona Veterans Helping… Read More

Congratulations to the Vinca Family!

Welcome to your new home! As an educator at Scottsdale Community College Jenn qualified for our Heroes Home Advantage cash back program. The program rewards Police Officers, Military Members and Veterans, Firefighters and Emergency Response personnel, Nurses and Medical Professionals, Teachers and Educators, with cash back at closing when buying or selling a home. See… Read More

10-year-old’s push ups help military families – HLN

This kid is AWESOME!!    ~Bill ————————————- By Mark Morgenstein / HLN /updated4:25 PM EDT, Wed September 17, 2014 NEED TO KNOW 10-year-old gymnast Kaylyn Mintz did 84 push ups, beating a JROTC cadet in a faceoff Mintz performed impressive planking as well at a charity event for military families North Carolinian Mintz is hoping to… Read More

Uber seeks to put veterans behind the wheel – CBS News

What a GREAT idea!    ~Bill ———————————- CBS News September 17, 2014, 6:50 AM Veterans face many challenges readjusting to civilian life. One of the toughest is getting a good-paying job. The ride-sharing service Uber is putting up a nationwide Help Wanted sign. Although national unemployment numbers for vets have improved lately, the rate for… Read More

The Embassy of the Republic of South Korea is looking for Korean War Veterans

Below is a link to the American Legion application for the ‘Ambassador for Peace Medal’. Ambassador for Peace Medal Application From the Battle Creek Enquirer: The Embassy of the Republic of South Korea is looking for Korean War veterans to honor them for their service and friendship. If you are a veteran from the Korean… Read More