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Monday, May 27, 2013  The American Legion Post 182 in Leesburg held a ceremony Monday morning to honor the lives of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, including one of their own, Steve Sutton.

Monday, May 27, 2013  In honor of those who passed away, many families made a trip to the cemetery for Memorial Day.

Sunday, May 26, 2013  Updated with video; Saturday morning, volunteers rolled up their sleeves and placed crosses for veterans who lost their lives in combat with each cross representing one of the 122 men who died from Albany or Dougherty County.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  In Mitchell County, 27 crosses line the roadway paying tribute to the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary shootings. Donna Thomas and her family have been teaching for three generations, which they say inspired them to build the memorials.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012  Wild Aventures is adding more days in their business calendar to help honor military families in honor of Veteran's day.

Monday, November 12, 2012  All across the nation ceremonies were held to honor those who served our country.

Sunday, November 11, 2012  Men and women flanked the Illinois monument at the historic Andersonville National Cemetery on Sunday as a way to honor its memory and pay tribute to the many soldiers who have represented our country.

Saturday, November 10, 2012  Updated with video; With Veteran's day approaching Sunday, students at Westside Elementary, in Coffee County, took time to give men and women of the military a special thank you.

Sunday, September 16, 2012  The American Legion Post 30 and volunteers broke down the 1,000 flags meant to honor the men and women who put their lives on the line for our country on Sunday.

Sunday, September 16, 2012  The Institutional First Baptist Church held their 39th annual Women's Day Celebration Sunday morning to encourage members to participate and feel fully involved.

Friday, June 01, 2012  Updated with video; Stickers from the "Speed Shop" on Ledo Road honor fallen Marine, Steve Sutton.

Sunday, May 13, 2012  Mother's Day highlights the importance and influence of local moms through character traits, looks and even life lessons.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011  November is National Caregiver's month and local retirement home residents are saying thank you to those who help make their lives a little easier.

Wednesday, October 26, 2011  A bill has passed the US House honoring the Montford Point Marines.

Friday, September 09, 2011  POWs honored at a Marine Corps Logistics Base breakfast.