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Wis. Veterans Affairs to relocate its headquarters
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Last Updated: 3:34 PM 02/06/12 - The main agency for veterans affairs in Wisconsin is moving offices.
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Hundreds gather to say goodbye to Mayville soldier
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Last Updated: 9:40 AM 02/06/12 - First Lt. David Johnson was killed in action Jan. 25. Visitation was Saturday and Sunday at Mayville High School gymnasium. (Full Story)
World War II veteran pushes for military memorial in Altoona
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Last Updated: 11:17 PM 02/05/12 - It’s a project years in the making. And now a local community is one step closer to figuring out where to put its tribute to military veterans. (Full Story)
Wis. National Guard plans send-off ceremonies
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Last Updated: 8:53 AM 02/02/12 - The Wisconsin National Guard is planning a pair of send-off ceremonies this weekend for about 200 soldiers headed overseas.
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Veterans Court celebrates first graduate
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Last Updated: 6:52 PM 01/26/12 - The Veterans Court helps men and women who have had trouble with the law when they return home and supports them as they work to return to a normal life. (Full Story)
National Guard commander promoted
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Last Updated: 5:21 PM 08/29/11 - The governor announced Monday that Donald Dunbar has impressed him enough to earn a promotion from brigadier general to major general, a two-star position. (Full Story)
State Senate approves gov appointment for vets sec
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Last Updated: 12:29 PM 06/08/11 - The Board of Veterans Affairs currently appoints the secretary. (Full Story)
Navy captain who made lewd videos asks for support
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Last Updated: 6:40 PM 05/25/11 - He was relieved of command this January shortly before a planned deployment after Navy leaders learned about the videos from media reports. (Full Story)
Appleton soldier killed in Afghanistan
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Last Updated: 2:41 PM 04/30/11 - The Defense Department says an Appleton soldier has been killed after his unit was attack in Afghanistan. (Full Story)
Wisconsin soldier killed in Afghanistan
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Last Updated: 4:47 PM 04/19/11 - Spc. Paul Atim was among three soldiers fatally injured Saturday in Nimroz Province when insurgents attacked their unit with a bomb. (Full Story)
New Vet Center in Western Wisconsin celebrates grand opening
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Last Updated: 4:42 PM 01/21/11 - Wisconsin’s fourth Vet Center celebrated its grand opening today in La Crosse. The new center offers free services for vets and their families.
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Holiday Troop Greetings
Last Updated: 6:19 PM 12/28/10 - Greetings to loved ones from military service members serving around the world. (Full Story)
Veterans Day: Events across the state honor those who served
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Last Updated: 9:06 PM 11/11/10 - Here are stories from Thursday's events across Wisconsin. (Full Story)
Unmet Needs and Burger King team up to raise money for military families
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Last Updated: 9:48 PM 11/11/10 - One way people can honor our veterans is by donating to Unmet Needs. (Full Story)
Wisconsin solider among five killed in Afghanistan this week
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Last Updated: 12:45 PM 09/01/10 - It happened when insurgents attacked their units with explosives on Monday. (Full Story)
Wisconsin National Guard tests drone
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Last Updated: 11:19 PM 08/14/10 - The Wisconsin National Guard has tested an unmanned surveillance drone. (Full Story)
National Guard commander under investigation
Last Updated: 5:48 PM 07/19/10 - U.S. Air Force officials are investigating the Wisconsin National Guard's top commander. (Full Story)
Thousands of National Guard soldiers honored in Stevens Point
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Last Updated: 12:06 PM 06/20/10 - People from all over the state gathered for the "Back From the Sand" celebration. The parade was to honor members of the Red Arrow Infantry Brigade.
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Request a DVD copy of our series, Freedom Honor Flight: Wings to Washington

On May 8th, 98 World War II veterans from our area took a special trip to Washington, DC to see their memorials. You can have your very own DVD copy to remember the special day.
Suder returns from active duty
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Last Updated: 11:49 AM 04/09/10 - Rep. Scott Suder says he's happy to be home, and his service taught him just how precious our freedoms really are. (Full Story)
Employers see deployed worker's Nat'l Guard training first-hand
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Last Updated: 1:03 PM 04/04/10 - Take an inside look at what citizen soldiers are doing to prepare for battle, and how people back home are gaining a new respect for it. (Full Story)
Study: Law officers struggle to readjust after war
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Last Updated: 1:39 PM 03/10/10 - Returning soldiers reported having less patience when dealing with complaints after returning to their law enforcement jobs. (Full Story)
Three wounded Wisconsin soldiers return to duty
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Last Updated: 3:44 PM 11/09/09 - A spokesman for the U.S. Army Reserves says the only soldier who is still in the hospital is a woman who is in serious but stable condition. (Full Story)
Army: Shooting suspect critical, stable condition
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Last Updated: 10:52 AM 11/09/09 - Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan's condition reportedly has not changed since Saturday. (Full Story)
 Second Wisconsin soldier recovers after Fort Hood shooting
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Last Updated: 10:52 AM 11/06/09 - The father of Army Reserve Spc. Grant Moxon of Lodi says his son was shot in the leg. (Full Story)
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