Secretary of War Pete Hegseth gave his ‘State of Force’ address at the end of September. He announced higher standards.
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Trump Signs Executive Order Modernizing VA Systems
President Trump signed an Executive Order to modernize data management and sharing between the Departments of War and Veterans Affairs
Former Marine Finally Coming Home From Detainment In Russia
Trump announced that American citizen and former U.S. Marine Robert Gilman is coming home after more than four years in Russia.
Trump Give Patriotic Heartwarming Speech On July 4
On July 4, 2026, President Trump spoke on the National Mall about honoring our veterans, overcoming communism, and our strong country.
Community Potluck: Unity & Our Nation’s 250th Birthday
Alton gathered with the county to honor our veterans, promote unity, and celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with a community potluck.
Editorial America’s 250th: Got Time & Two Hands? Come Help Us Set Up the Square Now!
America’s 250th birthday is finally here, and our historic celebration right here in Alton is just a couple of hours away! It is Sunday morning, July 5th, and the Alton 250 Community Potluck kicks off right at 1:00 p.m. on the court square. If you have some free time this morning and want to get […]
David Manrrique Unlocks the Story of the US Flag
On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, David Manrrique spoke at the Alton Public Library about the flags America has had and their importance.
America 250 Relay To Honor Veterans Coast-To-Coast
There are 250 runners participating in a nonstop 3,016-mile relay from San Francisco, California, to Washington, D.C.
Rep. Smith Acts In DC Regarding Veterans, Schools, And Houses
Representative Jason Smith is working in his committee and through the House to advance assistance for those in need.
Hegseth Reverts Chaplains To Their Basic Function: Spiritual Backbone
War Secretary Hegseth is implementing sweeping reforms to the military Chaplain Corps designed to reestablish them as the spiritual backbone.
Military No Longer Requires Flu Vaccine For Everyone
Hegseth declared that the flu vaccine was no longer mandated.. He remarked in a video posted on social media.
Silver Dollar City Offering $56 Tickets To Community Heroes In 2026
Silver Dollar City is celebrating the United States 250th Anniversary by offering $56 tickets to community heroes. The discount is available for the entire year of 2026.