The planning is underway for the Texas State Railroad’s 16th annual Salute to the Armed Forces event, set for Memorial Day weekend May23-25. The event is a way for us to pay tribute to all branches and all eras of military service.
All of us at 101.5 KNUE are proud to be part of East Texas, and we are especially proud to live in a place where we hold our military and first responders in such high regard. KNUE is proud to announce this week’s “Hometown Hero,” Petty Officer 1st Class U.S. Navy Reservist and Police Officer with the Palestine Police Department, Jason Lewis.
During the holidays, many of our military have to spend it without their families. Well the students at Longview's J.L Everhart school decided to make Christmas cards for those who will not be home for Christmas.
James Otto and Craig Morgan are two stars who've served their country to share their thoughts on Veterans Day this year. Others, like Dustin Lynch and Frankie Ballard, shared photos of veterans they grew up admiring. It's a national holiday everyone should recognize, and superstars like Tim McGraw and Martina McBride didn't hesitate.
Across the country on Monday, Americans observed Veterans Day, commemorating the service of its military men and women, active and retired, or killed in action.
George Strait used his immense success for good this past weekend when he helped raise $425,000 for Troops First Foundation at the Tapatio Springs Golf Resort through a golf tournament and auction.