
Northam marks 1,000th employer in Virginia Values Veterans program
Reston-based Carahsoft Technology Corp. is the 1,000th employer to earn certification in the Virginia Values Veterans program.

Reston-based Carahsoft Technology Corp. is the 1,000th employer to earn certification in the Virginia Values Veterans program.

Veterans are finding new missions as they move from battlefields to agricultural fields, and just like they needed training to become good soldiers, they need preparation to become successful farmers.

A 2019 Air Force study found that fighter pilots have greater environmental exposure to radiation.

James Madison University ROTC is hosting the sixth annual Vietnam War Commemoration Luncheon on Friday, Feb. 14, from 10:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

The Waynesboro YMCA and Disabled American Veterans are offering a free program for veterans on Wednesday, March 11, starting at 10 a.m.

U.S. Sens. Mark Warner and Tim Kaine requested information from four Veterans Affairs medical centers in Virginia and Washington, D.C. regarding their strategies for preventing suicide among the veterans and families they serve.

Suicide among veterans is at epidemic levels – with 16.8 veterans dying by suicide a day, according to data from VA’s 2019 National Suicide Prevention Annual Report.

A leadership forum at Shenandoah University will address issues, opportunities and support services available to both veterans and civilians.

Rep. Abigail Spanberger is launching a Central Virginia “Valentines for Vets” program to collect and distribute Valentine’s Day cards to Seventh District veterans.

A new pilot program will help prevent suicide and close gaps in access to care for service members, veterans, and their families.
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