Veterans make up one in four homeless Americans
A Thursday report based on Veterans Affairs and Census data shows veterans comprise about 25 percent of the nation’s homeless population, though they are just 11 percent of adults. The study notes ongoing homelessness among younger Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and calls for expanded housing and care programs, especially for women and those with PTSD.
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Funeral home offers civilian protocol for military funerals
Crespo and Jirrell Funeral and Cremation Services explains civilian protocol to honor veterans during funerals. Civilians face the casket or urn, stand at attention, place the right hand over the heart, and remove hats when salutes occur. Hats remain on when veterans wearing overseas caps salute.
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Police seize drugs and guns in Baytown home raid
Baytown officers with the Special Operations Division arrested a married couple at a residence on Chilton Drive after finding 2.6 pounds of marijuana 60 grams of powder cocaine 6246 in cash and two handguns. The homeowners face possession with intent to distribute charges. A 42 inch plasma TV purchased with drug proceeds was seized.
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West Nile death in Harris County raises worries
Highlands resident Listi died Oct 31 after encephalitis led to West Nile virus confirmation by four doctors including Dr. Shariq Rauf of San Jacinto Methodist Hospital. She was the second Harris County death this year from eight total infections, with mosquitoes identified as the virus source. Local health officials urge precautions and mosquito control, noting flu like symptoms can mask WNV.
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Signs Continued From Page One Affects Veterans Day Displays
Amador reports maintenance crew mowing over local Veterans Day signs on the Highway of Honor. Several signs were damaged as workers failed to stop, prompting complaints from residents and a call to replace them. Bayou Landscaping apologized and promised replacements at $10 each, restoring a hopeful outcome.
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