POW/MIA Recognition Day was first observed in 1979, with the first official ceremony taking place at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. It is observed annually on the third Friday of September. Space Coast Daily’s Steve Wilson asked local leaders, and other leader from around the country, to share their thoughts on this very important day. […]
In 1954 Congress passed a bill that President Eisenhower signed proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day. On Saturday, November 11, 2023, we will recognize and honor all Veterans in various ways, through ceremonies, parades, etc. I wanted to do something a little different. I contacted several individuals from around the Space Coast to find out what […]
In 2019, Congress designated Oct. 28 as National First Responders Day. Among those that are honored on this day are, paramedics, EMS (emergency medical services), firefighters, police officers and 911 operators. […]
Too often, when a holiday rolls around, we don’t think enough about the true meaning of that particular day. Thanksgiving is a day to eat turkey, St. Patrick’s Day is a day to wear green, and, if you so choose, to drink green beer, and July 4, well it’s fireworks, hot dogs, and parties. […]
The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 32 will be holding a National Vietnam Veterans Day Event on Wednesday, March 12, at the Eau Gallie Civic Center in Melbourne. This FREE event is open to the public, starts at 5 p.m. and will conclude at approximately 7:30 p.m. […]
Patriot Day is held each year on September 11 to honor those that were killed, excluding the hijackers, during the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Many innocent civilians and heroic first responders perished on that fateful day. It is incumbent upon us as Americans to NEVER FORGET what happened that day. […]
It is the beginning of a new year – 2024 has arrived! I asked multiple individuals from around the county, “What does the start of a new year mean to you?” I felt good after reading every response. I wish that I could have asked every person on the Space Coast this question, but I have a feeling a lot of the responses would have been like what you see below. […]
In 1954 Congress passed a bill that President Eisenhower signed proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day. On Saturday, November 11, 2023, we will recognize and honor all Veterans in various ways, through ceremonies, parades, etc. I wanted to do something a little different. I contacted several individuals from around the Space Coast to find out what […]
Viera High School will be hosting their annual Salute to Military Veterans at the Hawks football game on Friday, November 3, 2023, 7:00 p.m. as they host the Titusville Terriers. Veterans will receive free admission and be recognized at halftime during a special ceremony. […]
The Military Officers Association of America Cape Canaveral Chapter’s monthly luncheon keynote speaker was retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Tim Thomas, above right, with MOAACC 1st Vice President Lt. Col. Brian Whalen. During the meeting, Lt. Col. Thomas described his work with the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. […]
