It’s been 20 years since we lost the first female military service member who signed up under combat operations when the military occupations were opened to women. Many of you recall that woman was U.S. Army Specialist (SPC) Lori Piestewa of Arizona. A member of the Hopi tribe, Piestewa was also the first Native American […]
Honoring PFC Lori Piestewa, 20 Years After the Start of Operation Iraqi Freedom Read More »
Many military members tend to be patriotic and willing to serve others. As such, their service to our nation in defending the Constitution and our freedoms can come with challenges and rewards. One of the rewards is patriotic and benevolent associations that tend to give back to our veterans. One of those organizations is the
Arizona’s TriWest Healthcare Alliance will be the new contractor for eligible members in the TRICARE West Region. The contract, administered by DoD’s Defense Health Administration (DHA), will administer health plans and provide TRICARE coverage beginning in 2024. “At TriWest, it has been our privilege to serve the health care needs of the military and Veteran
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The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) is a national organization looking to engage military members and veterans who are in practice as public relations professionals. I had the opportunity to help with this effort through a moderated panel presentation at their virtual national conference. What struck me was the organizations and associations’ ability to
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Chaz Kovacs is a U.S. Army Veteran and the Director of Operations at US POWER AZ PPE’s (POWER PPE) Mesa manufacturing plant. The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provider began production on its POWER3 Smart Masks and accompanying POWER3 Filter inserts in August 2020. Since then, Kovacs has been working diligently to provide high-quality, U.S.-made PPE
U.S. Army Veteran Kovacs Says Military Skills Help Him Create PPE Read More »
The Arizona State University (ASU) Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation is a national leader in simulation resources. The Grace Center provides simulation and clinical lab experiences for pre-licensure, post-baccalaureate, and doctoral nurse practitioner programs. Fifty percent of pre-licensure nurse clinical learning at ASU is done in simulated environments that help prepare students for
During COVID-19, U.S. Army Nurse Credits Her Military Training To Help Her Pivot Read More »
Some say there is a unifying effect in the language that flowers offer in expressing the profound emotions of patriotism, remembrance, and love. That’s why Matt Scott is hoping Arizona residents will consider placing a Never Forget Garden and Marker at their homes. “As a member of the Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of
Helps Us Remember Our Military and Veterans With A Never Forget Garden and Marker Read More »
Honoring America’s Veterans (HAV) is inviting all Arizona High School students to share their stories of inspiration, hope, and gratitude for veterans by entering the annual Essay Competition. HAV awards cash prizes to the top four entries and their teachers. This year’s theme is The USA, A Beacon of Liberty. Essay judging will focus on
Veterans Day High School Essay Competition Now Open through Sept. 13 Read More »
Thanks to a partnership between the Department of Defense Skill-Bridge program and Phoenix West Commercial, U.S. Air Force veteran Brandy Braveboy has a new opportunity as a commercial real estate agent. A native of Tempe, Braveboy spent 20 years in the military with more than eight years of service overseas. Her interest in commercial real
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June 11, 2020 Phoenix, AZ–Tackling the issue of presenting the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade is front and center for Honoring America’s Veterans (HAV) new Executive Director, Paula Pedene. “Our first order of business is determining how to present the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade on Veterans Day in November,” Pedene says. “With COVID-19, it likely means changing
Due to COVID-19, Phoenix Veterans Day Parade May Change for 2020 Read More »
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