Veterans
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Northeast Georgia News
Wade Fought for Us, But Who Fights for Him?: U.S. Veteran, Georgia Resident Deported After 50 Years in U.S.
After 50 years in the United States and 30 years living in Georgia, a U.S. veteran has been sent back to Jamaica after missing an immigration hearing. Godfrey Wade, an honorably discharged veteran of the 7th Infantry of the U.S. Army, has been deported following his almost six-month detention at…
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In-Depth
Warrior Farms
Daniela Rico is a senior majoring in journalism in the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Georgia. This story was produced during the 14th Annual Woodall Weekend Workshop in Dahlonega, Georgia.
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Northeast Georgia News
University of Georgia Helps Veterans Attend Law School
The University of Georgia is providing financial assistance so military veterans can attend law school. Jacob Bohn spent seven years in the Army and retired as a captain. He is a first-year law student and said he is finding new opportunities at the UGA School of Law. “I’m grateful for…
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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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Northeast Georgia News
Oconee County Celebrates World War II Veterans
From Marines, to Navy commanders, to student veterans, more than 100 people gathered in Oconee County yesterday to thank World War II veterans for their service. U.S. Congressman Jody Hice organized the event to honor the soldiers of what some call “The Greatest Generation.” Between stories of war time,…
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Athens-Clarke County
Walmart Plans To Hire More Veterans
Walmart has a new three-part plan that includes more jobs and opportunities for veterans. Over the next five years, Walmart’s plans to hire more than 100,000 veterans. The plan targets veterans who have been honorably discharged in the first 12 months of active duty. The program is set to kick off on…