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Veterans Day

We’re thankful for veterans and for you!

Nov 01, 2022 09:33AM ● By Cloie Sandlin

I’ve always thought it appropriate that Veterans Day and Thanksgiving share the same month. Among our many reasons to be thankful, freedom should be at the top of the list.

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Unintended Hero

Oct 31, 2022 04:04PM ● By Will Sanborn

What would motivate a skinny 17-year-old high school junior to hide weights in his closed hands just so he could pass the physical to join the Navy and fight in World War II?

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Always ready to serve

Oct 31, 2022 03:48PM ● By Tim Menger

Local veteran Michael Gustafson recounts his military service as a reserve soldier.

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Fruita veteran Calvin Davis looks at photos from his time in the military.
Fruita veteran Calvin Davis served in three military branches, three wars

Oct 25, 2021 03:05PM ● By Michael Melneck

From Navy cook to Air Force firefighter, this World War II veteran has seen it all.

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Close up of American flag, faded
2021 Veteran Resources for Mesa, Montrose and Delta Counties

Oct 25, 2021 12:03PM

Each year the BEACON publishes a list of valuable resources for veterans and their loved ones

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A black pencil sketch of a man wearing a protective vest, hat gloves, warm clothing sweep dirt
Small acts of heroism from everyday heroes

Oct 25, 2021 11:36AM ● By Amy Laundrie

Heroes appear in various shapes and sizes and come to our aid every day.

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Montrose-Delta nominated 2021 Volunteers of the Year
A salute to our Colorado veterans

Oct 25, 2021 11:20AM ● By Cloie Sandlin

The BEACON’s November issue is one of my favorites because we focus on local veterans.

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Explaining patriotism to the grandkids

Oct 26, 2020 03:04PM ● By Steve Nelson

For 49 years I paid scant attention to Veterans Day, as neither my veteran status nor patriotic holidays held deep meaning to me. Or so I thought.

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Every day is Veterans Day. Parade not required.

Oct 26, 2020 11:43AM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Even though both holidays will look a little different this year—no parades or big events—it’s important to tell our local veterans how much we appreciate their service and sacrifice.

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Veteran Resources 2020
Veterans Resources 2020

Oct 26, 2020 11:10AM ● By Beacon Senior News

Helpful resources and information in anticipation of this upcoming Veterans Day November 11.

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