It has been a year since, “Randall Smith” was called by Bob Habern. “Randall Scott Smith”, Habern repeated. The roll call took place in complete silence. Though others responded, Randall did not answer. Bob, District Disabled Veteran’s Commander Chapter 54, called again, louder this time, “Petty Officer, Second Class, Randall Smith”. After a short delay,…
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Veterans Honored on Memorial Day
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Memorial Day took place today, May 30, throughout the United States. The annual event honors veterans—both living and dead in ceremonies from large cities to small towns. Throughout the West Bend News readership area, schools, Boy Scouts, American Legion Posts, and VFW’s celebrated this holiday event by memorializing those who sacrificed their lives in war for…
Legislation Honoring Fallen Military Hero Passes House Committee
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COLUMBUS—State Representative Tony Burkley (R-Payne) announced today that House Bill 406 to designate a portion of highway in Paulding County after a local military hero who was killed during a shootout in Chattanooga, Tennessee, has passed out of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee by a vote of 11-0. House Bill 406 would name the…
Chattanooga shooting victims awarded with purple heart
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By: Donovan Klein – 21Alive; Eric Dutkiewicz -21Alive On December 16, the Navy announced that the Purple Heart will be awarded to the four Marines and one Sailor who were killed and the Marine who was injured at the July 16 attack in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Marine Gunnery Sgt. Thomas Sullivan, Lance Cpl. Squire Wells, Staff…
“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends”
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“Randall Smith” called out by Bob Habern. “Randall Scott Smith” The roll call took place in complete silence. Though others responded, Randall does not answer. Bob, District Disabled Veteran’s Commander Chapter 54, calls again, louder this time, “Petty Officer, Second Class, Randall Smith”. After a short delay Sheriff Jason Landers stands and answers, “Petty…
Ohio Governor Asks for Prayers
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Gov. John Kasich has called for prayers for Randall Smith and his family. He is the fifth victim of deadly shootings at military sites in Tennessee. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Randall Smith has passed, serving on active duty at a Tennessee Reserve Center, announced July 18 by the Navy. Kuwait-born Muhammad Youssef Abdulazeez, is…
