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Yahoo
14-04-2025
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Over $52K presented to Honor Flight of the Ozarks
WEBB CITY, Mo. — Three local athletes celebrate the culmination of a months-long project to honor the service and sacrifice of local veterans. This afternoon, the Webb City Elks Lodge presented $52,559.59 to Honor Flight of the Ozarks. On March 22, Steven Taylor, Jonathon Dawson, and David Pyle participated in the Bataan Memorial Death March for the second time. What's the Bataan Memorial Death March? Three local athletes honor veterans with extreme hike They took on the 26-mile hike while carrying a heavy load to honor thousands of World War II soldiers who walked and died in the original Bataan Death March back in 1942. The money they raised will send 81 veterans and 81 guardians on honor flights to see their memorials in Washington, D.C. 'I think everybody is just really excited because its a great organization, Honor Flights of the Ozarks, the sponsorships that we had, the people that backed us, I mean you cant ask for a better community to live in with the support we receive from everybody,' said Jonathan Dawson, Bataan Clan. The Webb City Elks Lodge will display this collection of ribbons, showcasing the names of veterans Taylor, Dawson, and Pyle represented on their march. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
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KRQE Newsfeed: Las Cruces shooting, Funding cuts, Warmer and calmer, New clinic, March memorial
ABQ Special Collections Library celebrates 100 years 1 in custody related to Sunday morning homicide Back in season with Isotopes GM John Traub Lobos season ends with loss to Michigan State in round of 32 RRPD cruiser finds itself in sinkhole Legislative session ends, what bills made it through? [1] 4 suspects arrested in connection with Young Park shooting – Friday night around 200 people gathered at Young Park in Las Cruces for an unsanctioned car show. Police say two groups got into a fight that escalated to a shooting, killing three people and injuring multiple others. LCPD says they have arrested two 17-year-olds, a 15-year-old and a 20-year-old in connection to the shooting. The 20-year-old is being held in the Dona Ana County Detention Center, while police say the teenagers are being held in the juvenile section of the facility. [2] City leaders prepare for potential federal funding cuts – Funding cuts by President Donald Trump's Administration could have an impact on a variety of programs and services that are provided by the City of Albuquerque, but funded by the federal government. City leaders held a town hall this weekend, talking about what they're doing to reduce that blow. According to city leaders, Albuquerque is at risk of losing about $200 million in federal funding. However, city leaders say they're prepared to take action to mitigate these impacts. [3] Warmer temperatures widespread ahead in Rio Grande Valley – Warmer air then returns this afternoon as temperatures will reach the 70s and 80s for most with high 50s to the 60s in the Northern Mountains with a bit of a breeze out north through the Central Highlands, but calmer winds with still warm afternoons will remain through the later parts of next week until the next southern storm system arrives with minor changes. [4] Española Humane breaks ground on new clinic facility – In an effort to tackle pet overpopulation and suffering on a larger scale, Española Humane is on its way to opening up a new animal clinic. They're breaking ground on a new animal clinic, aimed at decreasing the number of unwanted and homeless pets as well as providing more pet resources state-wide. Española Humane hopes to open the clinic as early as the end of this year. [5] Albuquerque woman takes on Bataan Memorial Death March – Over 4,000 people packed up their gear and walked or ran this weekend in honor of the heroes of the Bataan Death March. Among those thousands, was a retired military colonel from Albuquerque. Linda Huffer served in the military for over 20 years in the United States Army Medical Corps, specializing in cardiology, before retiring in 2020. Huffer finished the full march in just under eight hours. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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24-03-2025
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Albuquerque woman takes on Bataan Memorial Death March
WHITE SANDS, N.M. (KRQE) – Over 4,000 people packed up their gear and walked or ran this weekend in honor of the heroes of the Bataan Death March. Among those thousands, was a retired military colonel from Albuquerque. Eighty-two years ago, 75,000 American and Filipino prisoners of war were forced to march 65 miles in what was later labeled the Bataan Death March. They suffered brutal treatment and extreme conditions, and thousands died. Fifty years later, White Sands Missile Range started a tradition to honor them and each year, it becomes more significant. 'We sort of did it on a whim with a friend of ours who had done it before who was in the Army active duty at that time,' said Retired Colonel, Linda Huffer. Veterans Memorial reopens following bird 'invasion' Huffer served in the military for over 20 years in the United States Army Medical Corp, specializing in cardiology before retiring in 2020. 'I admittedly prepared probably better two years ago,' said Huffer. This is Huffer's second time participating in the Bataan Memorial Death March and she's not doing it alone. 'I'm going to be marching the first half of the race or to the fourteen-mile loop with one of my good friends,' said Huffer. Right as the sun began to rise on Saturday morning, Huffer was feeling good, and off she went. Thousands of men and women are making their way through dirt, sand, and rocks below the San Andres Mountains. Map: New Mexico Veterans' Monuments and Memorials Some carry packs, flags, and even 4×4 wooden posts. Others honor their own loved ones who have died in service. Two miles in, Huffer reached the first water station and trekked on to complete the entire 26.2-mile course. A grueling yet rewarding experience. 'It gives me an opportunity to sort of think about what others have been through. I found it quite remarkable seeing some of the older folks who were finishing the race who just never stopped,' said Huffer. She finished in just under eight hours. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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18-03-2025
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Fundraiser helps Honor Flight reach milestone
JOPLIN, Mo. — A fundraiser for local veterans reaches a major milestone in Joplin this morning. Easterseals Midwest presented a check for nearly $1,900 to three members of the Webb City Elk's Lodge who are raising money for 'Honor Flight of the Ozarks.' Easterseals teaches adults with disabilities the skills they need to live independently and become community leaders. Adults at Easterseals spent one week collecting donations at Walmart, an energetic fundraiser that involved lots of cheering, line dances, and music. They chose to donate the money to Honor Flight because of their close relationship with the Elks. 'Giving back to our veterans is meaningful for them, and it gives them a sense of purpose. It shows that you know, by giving back they feel a sense of belonging, and it's just a great responsibility that we all have to give back to our community,' said Tracy Taylor, Easterseals Midwest manager of autism services. 'We were surprised by the folks at Easterseals, of their work collecting funds, and today with their over $1,800 they contributed put us over the $50,000 mark. So congratulations to them,' said Jonathon Dawson, raising money for Honor Flight of the Ozarks. 'Steven, Jonathon, and David are pillars of our community, and we were excited to be a part of this process. Plus they're great role models for those we support in community leadership and giving back,' said Tracy Taylor, Easterseals Midwest manager of autism services. Dawson, Steven Taylor, and David Pyle will hike the 26.2-mile Bataan Memorial Death March through White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico, a journey they also made last year. We talked to them about their mission to raise money for Honor Flight on Friday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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16-03-2025
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Volunteers spend the weekend renovating local outreach center
JOPLIN, Mo. — Members of Joplin's James River Church spend their Saturday serving a local organization. Today, about twenty volunteers spent their Saturday renovating one of Watered Gardens facilities. Volunteers spend the weekend renovating local outreach center 5K supports families through charity event What's the Bataan Memorial Death March? Three local athletes honor veterans with extreme hike Missouri Southern celebrates new building with topping out ceremony Bariatric surgery offers hope for those with severe obesity The church calls it 'Saturday Serve,' an opportunity to give back to their community. The Forge serves as a ministry, outreach center, and overnight shelter for men offering a support program centered on virtue and work. Church volunteers tackled several projects, like deep cleaning, power-washing, and painting. 'It's huge for the people of James, for our volunteers to come together for projects like this. That's one of the great things about James River is we have amazing volunteers who love to serve not only in the church, but in the community,' said Justin Jahanshir, James River Church Joplin Campus Pastor. 'We exist to serve the church and its mission to help the poor, so we're looking for ways the church can come and that's what James River has responded,' said Dana Bunn, Watered Gardens Group Project Coordinator. These renovations are designed to improve the environment for the shelter's guests. James River Church's next 'Saturday Serve' will be on Easter weekend. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
