Rain and summer conditions have made it hot and steamy near our nation’s capital. But any challenges the weather might pose are minor compared to what this group of 65 California war veterans has been through in their lives. These World War II and Korean War veterans say they’re proud of …
Read More »Honor Flight 7 took off for Washington today
The Seventh Central Valley Honor Flight took off Tuesday morning carrying some of our nations heroes. Excitement filled the halls of Fresno Yosemite International Airport. A packed baggage claim was the first stop for the 65 veterans and their guardians. In the halls they shared stories of a time when …
Read More »Central Valley Honor Flights Embarks on Seventh Journey
Dozens of local veterans from our greatest generation are once again headed to the nation’s capitol. The seventh Central Valley Honor Flight left from the Fresno airport Tuesday morning, headed to Washington, D.C. During the next few days, the 67 veterans will visit several monuments including the World War II …
Read More »Honor fallen soldiers at Memorial Day Ceremony, Clovis Cemetery 10 a.m.
You’re invited to attend a Memorial Day ceremony at the Clovis Cemetery to honor service men and women who died serving our country. Date: Monday, May 25 Location: 305 N Villa Ave Clovis, California 93612 Ceremony starts at 10:00 am Patriotic Concert performed by the Clovis Community Band at 11 …
Read More »Reflections of Sacrifice from Local World War II Veterans During Honor Flight
The local World War II veterans who visited Washington, DC this week with the Central Valley Honor Flight had the opportunity to reflect on their time in the military. They served in a time when there were few means to communicate with family back at home. Many of the veterans …
Read More »Father & Son Veterans Experience Emotional Honor Flight to DC
The Central Valley Honor Flight brought nearly 70 local World War II veterans together for a trip of a lifetime to Washington, DC earlier this week. But among the group was one Vietnam War veteran from Modesto. That vet, named Anthony D’Angelo, was able to travel alongside his 90-year old …
Read More »Local Women who Served in WWII Travel to DC as a Part of Central Valley Honor Flight
Dozens of local World War II veterans are back home after a trip of a lifetime to Washington, DC. The Central Valley Honor Flight returned home Wednesday night after a three-day trip to the Nation’s Capital. The trip was paid by donations from the CVHF, and it was many of …
Read More »VA Hospital Breaks Ground on “Walk of Honor”
Names on the Wall of Honor near the front of the hospital will soon have a new home. By the end of summer, organizers say the names will be featured on walls in the "Walk of Honor," a permanent walk-through area for all to visit.
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