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June 12, 2025
Thank You | Herald-News

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Thank You, Veterans

A tribute to local veterans

Herald-News/Shaw Local News Network

World War II veteran Joe Belman championed Joliet causes, activism

World War II veteran Joe Belman championed Joliet causes, activism

Joe Belman was a B-17 gunner on 36 combat missions in WWII. Back home, he became a union leader and political advocate.

By Bob Okon●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

Will County farm dedicated to making sure veterans don’t go hungry

Will County farm dedicated to making sure veterans don’t go hungry

A Manhattan farm donates all the meat it produces to veterans organizations in eight states.

By Jessie Molloy●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

Vietnam veteran still serving fellow soldiers with honor guard

Vietnam veteran still serving fellow soldiers with honor guard

John Kestel, who returned home from service in Vietnam on Christmas Eve 1967, has spent years working to benefit his fellow veterans.

By Jessie Molloy●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

Michael Collins of Plainfield proud of service to country, community

Michael Collins of Plainfield proud of service to country, community

Plainfield native and Air Force veteran Michael Collins was a Plainfield police officer, Illinois state trooper, volunteer Plainfield firefighter, trustee of the Plainfield Fire Protection District and the village of Plainfield, and served three terms as Plainfield president.

By Denise M. Baran-Unland●
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