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Thank You Teachers • Thank You Letters to Teachers

A tribute to local veterans

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McHenry High grads made sure classmates killed in Vietnam wouldn’t be forgotten

McHenry High grads made sure classmates killed in Vietnam wouldn’t be forgotten

By Janelle Walker●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

McHenry County’s long history of serving the nation – and the Revolutionary War veteran buried here

McHenry County’s long history of serving the nation – and the Revolutionary War veteran buried here

By Kaitlyn Tomaszewski●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

The military has shaped Crystal Lake woman’s life, from meeting her husband to inspiring her philanthropy

The military has shaped Crystal Lake woman’s life, from meeting her husband to inspiring her philanthropy

By Michelle Meyer●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

McHenry has something few other towns can boast: 3 active veterans groups, all with halls in the city

McHenry has something few other towns can boast: 3 active veterans groups, all with halls in the city

By Janelle Walker●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

‘There to cry with us’: As McHenry VFW chaplain, Ken Hauser helped members grieve commander’s sudden death

‘There to cry with us’: As McHenry VFW chaplain, Ken Hauser helped members grieve commander’s sudden death

By Amanda Marrazzo●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

Payment accepted in hugs: Huntley group honors veterans with handmade quilts

Payment accepted in hugs: Huntley group honors veterans with handmade quilts

By Claire O'Brien●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

Josh Deron found the outdoors helped him navigate post-military life. Now, he guides hikes with other vets.

Josh Deron found the outdoors helped him navigate post-military life. Now, he guides hikes with other vets.

By Amanda Marrazzo●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

Thank you, veterans

In every generation, we find brave men and women who answered the call of duty to protect our nation and its values. They embarked on a journey filled with sacrifice, courage, and honor. They left behind the comfort of home to safeguard our liberties, often facing unimaginable challenges. Today, we come together to honor our veterans for their unwavering commitment, for their selfless service, and for the sacrifices they made to defend our freedom. "Thank You Veterans" is our way of showing our deep respect and gratitude for these heroes who have made our world a safer place.

Thank you veterans

Thank you letters to McHenry County area veterans

Thank you letters to McHenry County area veterans

By Kevin Newberry●

November 09, 2024 at 12:01 am CST

Habitat for Humanity got a veteran a new roof. Now she’s inspired to help others

Habitat for Humanity got a veteran a new roof. Now she’s inspired to help others

By Michelle Meyer●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

Serving those who served: Ex-Marine helps veterans make their houses homes

Serving those who served: Ex-Marine helps veterans make their houses homes

By Amanda Marrazzo●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

Operation HerStory aims for 2nd mission to bring women veterans to Washington, D.C.

Operation HerStory aims for 2nd mission to bring women veterans to Washington, D.C.

By Claire O'Brien●

November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

As Veterans Day approaches, Shaw Local offers a sincere ‘Thank you’ to our military veterans

As Veterans Day approaches, Shaw Local offers a sincere ‘Thank you’ to our military veterans

By Joe Biesk●

November 08, 2023 at 1:00 am CST

Civil War hero George Thedore Hyatt awarded Medal of Honor 31 years after his bravery

Civil War hero George Thedore Hyatt awarded Medal of Honor 31 years after his bravery

By David Rutter●

November 08, 2023 at 1:00 am CST

‘Forlorn Hope’ proved Illinois’ courage during Civil War

‘Forlorn Hope’ proved Illinois’ courage during Civil War

By David Rutter●

November 08, 2023 at 1:00 am CST

Veteran-owned BBQ sauce business donates half of profits to veteran organizations

Veteran-owned BBQ sauce business donates half of profits to veteran organizations

By Michelle Meyer●

November 08, 2023 at 1:00 am CST

Spirit of ’45 Day keeps memory of WWII veterans alive

Spirit of ’45 Day keeps memory of WWII veterans alive

By Janelle Walker●

November 08, 2023 at 1:00 am CST

Army veteran from Cary writes children’s book to explain PTSD to his young son

Army veteran from Cary writes children’s book to explain PTSD to his young son

By Amanda Marrazzo●

November 08, 2023 at 5:00 pm CST

Air Force Reservist making name in aviation furniture

Air Force Reservist making name in aviation furniture

By Janelle Walker●

November 08, 2023 at 1:00 am CST

McHenry teacher, coach Ray Hagerty transformed himself in the Army

McHenry teacher, coach Ray Hagerty transformed himself in the Army

By Joe Stevenson●

November 08, 2023 at 1:00 am CST

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