Every day an average of 22 military veterans and one person on active duty dies of suicide in the U.S.
It’s a statistic that not everyone knows, but Holly resident Jeff Myers wants to change that.
“I’ve come out of my shell enough to take my shot at new opportunities.”
“I’m looking forward to challenging both myself and the people around me to becoming better people.”
Military Library Opens in Holly, Named for Departed Veteran and Volunteer (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 24, 2018) Holly, MI- Scott Dudek spent his years after serving with the Navy in the Persian Gulf War working to support veterans and their families. He promoted the American Legion Post 149, taught high school history, worked at the…
War Dog Memorial Seeking Sponsor for Portable Toilet (MWDM, March 8, 2018) Lyon Township, MI – The MWDM is seeking a sponsor to allow us to place a portable toilet at the memorial from mid-April to mid-November. During the summer we get visitors daily that come out and show their respect for our K9 Heroes.…
War Dog Memorial Seeking Sponsor for Portable Toilet (MWDM, March 8, 2018) Lyon Township, MI – The MWDM is seeking a sponsor to allow us to place a portable toilet at the memorial from mid-April to mid-November. During the summer we get visitors daily that come out and show their respect for our K9 Heroes.…
War Dogs Memorial Provides Resting Place for Valiant Canines (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 27, 2017) Lyon Township, MI – Though dogs are often known as man’s best friend, they can also be some of the strongest tools for staying safe in battles, discovering bombs and drugs, leading the blind, comforting the ill and many other…
Holly Launches VFW Auxiliary, Honors First Responders (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 29, 2017) Holly, MI – The desire to serve the people who protect and serve them is what prompted Cal Steele and other volunteers to organize a new group in the Holly Area – The VFW Auxiliary for Post #5587. The group is made…
Sheriff’s Dept. and Local Police Agencies Return Military Items to the Feds (C. Proxmire, Dec. 3, 2015) Pontiac, MI – Across the county, local law enforcement agencies are turning in their armored vehicles, grenade launchers, bayonets, high caliber rifles and other items that are now prohibited or controlled as acquisitions from Federal agencies due to…