Veterans Day arrives Monday, Nov. 11. The origins of the federal holiday trace back to World War I when all sides declared a truce, marking the end of warfare at 11 a.m. Nov. 11, 1918. It was the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.

Every year on Nov. 11, the United States observes Veterans Day, a day dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who served in the military. Establ

It is a shame that on Veterans Day, we spend so much time glorifying war and not working for peace. The best friend of the enlisted person is peace. — Craig B. Jones, Scripps Ranch

During a heartfelt Veterans Day assembly at White Sands School, Col. Donyeill A. Mozer, the esteemed Garrison Commander of White Sands Missile Range,

The federal holiday always falls on November 11, regardless of what day of the week on which it falls and has been observed since 1919.

Many local businesses here in the East offered their thanks by providing Veterans and active-duty personnel with free food. For those who don’t serve, it’s a chance to show our appreciation to the men and women who make immeasurable sacrifices for our nation’s safety and freedom.

Local government leaders, law enforcement and community members gathered across the county on Monday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day, to remember and celebrate those who have served the United States in the armed forces.

A standing-room-only crowd of Liberty School students, family members and alumni honored dozens of attending local veterans with a heartfelt, patriotic tribute last Friday, Nov. 8 at Liberty’s annual Veterans Day Celebration in the school’s multi-use room.

Kit Sanders, left, Teufelshunde Motorcycle Club President and organizer of the 18th annual Richard M Campbell Veterans Nursing Home You Are Not Forgotten Run, presents a U.S. flag