Posts Tagged ‘Memorial Day’
The Forgotten
By: Marcel Gemme This Memorial Day one way to honor the memory of those who fought for our country is to bring attention to the struggles of our current veterans. It's not hard to imagine how military duty can lead to mental health issues, but what many don't realize or fully appreciate is the crisis that veteran suicides have become. The annual number of Veteran suicide deaths has exceeded 6,000 each year since 2008. Something that's only now beginning to be understood is the strong link ... Full Story
Two dead in Poudre River Incident
Poudre River Incident - Second Death Date: 5/27/2014 What began around mid-day in the Poudre Canyon in Larimer County as a search and rescue attempt for a 14-year old boy; has ended in two deaths. The family that has lost these two young men today resides in the Greeley area. Authorities were called to the Poudre Canyon around twelve miles west of Ted's Place shortly after noon. Witnesses reported a 14-year old boy had fallen in the Poudre River while fishing. ... Full Story
Memorial Day: Berthoud
Patriot Alley, display of flags on Welch Avenue in Berthoud. Photo by Haiko Eichler
Republicans Want Veterans to Just Trust Them
Graphic: Groobiecat Sources: Below No Need to Mention Vets. According to VetVoice--and myriad other news organizations--the GOP budget proposed by Republican Rep. Paul Ryan doesn't even mention veterans. Read More at groobiecat
