military
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Northeast Georgia News
Local Christmas Tree Farm Provide Opportunity to Donate Trees to Troops
The Greenbriar Creek Tree Farm in Oconee County is participating in Trees for Troops for their 13th year in a row. Since 2005, the tree farm has helped sponsor more than 200,000 Christmas trees to deployed family members. This year, their trees will be delivered to the Naval Ordnance Test…
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Uncategorized
UGA Instructor Responds to Nike’s Kaepernick Ad
Nike released an ad this week featuring former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, known for kneeling during the national anthem prior to NFL games. There were strong reactions to the ad. Some people posted videos of themselves burning their Nike gear, while others, in the military, posted pictures of their Nike…
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In-Depth
Final Rounds Begin at the Warrior Games
Final rounds for some of the events at the 2018 Department of Defense Warrior Games are beginning today, including archery and shooting, which wrapped up in the morning. Editor’s Note: Six Grady College students from the Sports Media Certificate and Visual Journalism programs, are in Colorado covering the Warrior Games…
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In-Depth
Teamwork on Display at the Warrior Games
As athletes head towards the midway point of the 2018 Department of Defense Warrior Games at the U.S. Air Force Academy near Colorado Springs, Colorado, they are leaning on each other more and more. From trainers to teammates to service animals, most athletes have a support network around them. Editor’s…
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Athens-Clarke County
Athens Quilts of Valor Program Helps Local Veterans Feel Appreciated
Vietnam veterans once didn’t receive the best support when they returned home from war. Veteran Charles Perry said that when he first returned home from Vietnam, he didn’t get much of a welcome home. Perry was one of three soldiers rewarded by the Athens Quilts of Valor Group on their…
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Health
Local Therapist Speaks out on Realities of PTSD
While we were talking here, one veteran has probably killed themself. Only ten minutes into an interview today, Jerry Brinegar brought attention to the sad reality that many soldiers face with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A study released by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs this July concluded that an average of 20 veterans take their own…
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UGA Sports
Military Dad Welcome Home Before South Carolina-Georgia Game
South Carolina defeated Georgia 35-7 on Saturday night, but the best moment of that game took place before it even kicked off. The Faile family was chosen to be the Military Family of the Game. They were recognized on the field before the game, and then a message from their…