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26-03-2025
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Medal of Honor wall unveiled at Governor's Square Mall
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Governor's Square Mall in Clarksville unveiled a Medal of Honor memorial wall in observance of National Medal of Honor Day. The Medal of Honor is the highest award of valor that can be earned by a member of the U.S. military. Recipients are commonly called the bravest of the brave. Every person on the memorial wall has, at some point, called Clarksville home. READ MORE | Latest headlines from Clarksville and Montgomery County The keynote speaker at Tuesday morning's unveiling was Colonel (P) Travis McIntosh, who spoke about the significance of the award. McIntosh also mentioned how many military families live in Clarksville, honoring their commitment to sacrifice for our country. When you walk in and look at the Medal of Honor wall, you'll see the photos and biographies of 46 members of the 101st Airborne Division and the 5th Special Forces Group. McIntosh said often, recipients risk or sacrifice their lives. ⏩ 'It is an eternal dedication to their sacrifice and their courage. The bravest of the brave are represented by the Medal of Honor,' McIntosh said. 'What we're reminded here today with the citizens of Clarksville and Montgomery County and their tribute is that America is worth it.' You can see the brand new Medal of Honor wall for yourself — it's located at the mall's entrance closest to Old Navy. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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25-03-2025
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Middle schoolers get lesson in extreme weather from Tom Atkins
Some very curious students at James W. Parker Middle School got a visit from one of our very own. Tom Atkins did a question-and-answer session with a handful of students at James W. Parker Middle School. Charity presents adaptive bikes to Erie children They talked about extreme weather circumstances focusing on natural disasters. Not only was Tom doing one of his favorite things, but it's also his birthday! PA Soldiers and Sailors Home recognizes National Medal of Honor Day The students surprised him with a special card and cookie cake to wish him a happy birthday and thank him for stopping by. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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25-03-2025
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Charity presents adaptive bikes to Erie children
Adaptive bikes were presented to Erie children in an effort to help them get outside and live an active life. Variety, the children's charity at AHN Saint Vincent, presented 13 bikes on Tuesday. PA Soldiers and Sailors Home recognizes National Medal of Honor Day The charity offers life-changing adaptive equipment through their three core programs — My Bike, My Stroller and My Voice. The chief executive officer, Tom Baker, said the bikes are provided to children who were told they would not have the opportunity to ride a bike for most of their lives. Local high school students learn valuable financial literacy skills 'For the first time to ride their bike with their brothers and sisters around the neighborhood, they're going to be able to ride a bike with neighbors and really get to enjoy a fully inclusive kind together life, and that's what it's all about,' said Baker. A parade took place at the end of the presentation, allowing the children to try out their new rides. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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25-03-2025
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PA Soldiers and Sailors Home recognizes National Medal of Honor Day
The Pennsylvania Soldiers and Sailors Home is recognizing National Medal of Honor Day. The volunteer resources coordinator, Ken Vybiral, said National Medal of Honor Day is a significant day on the calendar that their staff and residents take time to acknowledge with the community. Erie City Mission wins Mercyhurst University's Archbishop Oscar Romero Award He said the Medal of Honor recipients are the epitome of service and sacrifice, talking about the local connection that Erie has with the Medal of Honor is an honor within itself. 'I think to make sure that that history isn't lost the recipients that we honor here today served Civil War era, so even though they were City of Erie residents, many City of Erie residents may not know their history or the tales of their service and sacrifice,' said Vybiral. Vybiral said the support of the community at the ceremony shows veterans at the home that their service and sacrifice have not been forgotten as well. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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25-03-2025
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Hometown Heroes: Menasha's Medal of Honor recipient Kenneth E. Stumpf
MENASHA, Wis. (WFRV) – Local 5 News is honoring local Medal of Honor recipients on the eve of National Medal of Honor Day on March 25. Menasha has the distinction of having two recipients. Only one other city, Pueblo, Colorado, shares the same distinction. Hometown Heroes: Menasha's Medal of Honor Recipient Elmer J. Burr In the peaceful surroundings of Smith Park stands the Isle of Valor. It is a space dedicated to the area's veterans, those who never made it home, and those Medal of Honor recipients. 1st Sgt. Elmer Burr, who died after throwing himself on a grenade during World War II, and Staff Sgt. Kenneth E. Stumpf, a Vietnam veteran who rescued three fallen soldiers amidst North Vietnamese gunfire, carrying them one by one to safety. 'I'm not sure many people know Medal of Honor Day is on the 25th of March,' acknowledged VFW Post 2126 Commander David A. Mix. He was part of the team effort to see the Isle of Valor become a historical landmark. Mix grew up in the same circles as Stumpf and often heard the highly decorated combat veteran speak. 'He was friendly,' recalled Mix. 'If he was out somewhere and somebody wanted to talk to him, he'd tell them what he wanted to know.' Mix said Stumpf didn't go around telling everyone about his medals but didn't shy away from it either. 'A lot of people would go up to him and say 'thank you,' and he didn't do it for himself. He did it for the country. I know that for sure because he said that many times.' Stumpf's heroics that day included single-handedly destroying a third enemy bunker after leading his squad in the destruction of two others—all while taking enemy fire. Post 2126 headquarters at 3rd and Appleton streets has several of his keepsakes. 'We have Kenny's flag,' Mix said. 'We have to put it in a case now because when he died, you cannot fly it or take it anywhere because he's not there.' Hometown Heroes: Jesse Augustine of Saint Nazianz soared up the ranks of Wisconsin Army National Guard Now, in Kenny's honor, the post serves the community. From honor guards at veterans' funerals, brat fry fundraisers, and a big food drive in September, they honor those who served with honor. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
