Veterans matched up with employers looking for help at 13th annual Job Fair for Veterans
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Veterans looking for a job got some help Thursday, March 5th, as a job fair for veterans was held in Milwaukee.The 13th annual Job Fair for Veterans was held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center. 80 employers were on hand, including Harley-Davidson, Bradley Corporation and Time Warner Cable.Organizers say the job fair is for all veterans, but it can really help younger veterans who might be just coming off active duty."They may not be familiar with how to engage employers and the necessary requirements of resumes and cover letters and things like that, so this process and what we do here really goes a long way with our younger veterans," James Duff, director of Milwaukee County Veterans Services said.All veterans who attended were given a free flash drive loaded with forms and files to assist them in completing online job applications in the future.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Veterans looking for a job got some help Thursday, March 5th, as a job fair for veterans was held in Milwaukee.The 13th annual Job Fair for Veterans was held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center. 80 employers were on hand, including Harley-Davidson, Bradley Corporation and Time Warner Cable.Organizers say the job fair is for all veterans, but it can really help younger veterans who might be just coming off active duty."They may not be familiar with how to engage employers and the necessary requirements of resumes and cover letters and things like that, so this process and what we do here really goes a long way with our younger veterans," James Duff, director of Milwaukee County Veterans Services said.All veterans who attended were given a free flash drive loaded with forms and files to assist them in completing online job applications in the future.
"Not to be selfish about it, I think we earned it:" Celebrating vets at the Milwaukee VA
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's part of a national observance of the Department of Veteran Affairs called "National Salute for Veterans" -- and the Milwaukee VA Medical Center expanded its celebration to include all local veterans.It is time to party and celebrate veterans!As they entered the celebration hall, each vet got a homemade Valentine's card to set the stage, but there was so much more.Music, food, games, giveaways including Harley Davidson gear -- and plenty of volunteers including 35 from Johnson Control buzzed around to make sure everyone was having a good time."Being able to help a veteran, being able to just bring a smile to a veteran's face when you say 'thank you for your service,' means a lot," said Cassie Woyak, Johnson Controls executive assistant.Vets could do what they wanted, including swap war stories.Neils Cocraft was on the infamous Pork Chop Hill in Korea where many American soldiers lost their lives.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's part of a national observance of the Department of Veteran Affairs called "National Salute for Veterans" -- and the Milwaukee VA Medical Center expanded its celebration to include all local veterans.It is time to party and celebrate veterans!As they entered the celebration hall, each vet got a homemade Valentine's card to set the stage, but there was so much more.Music, food, games, giveaways including Harley Davidson gear -- and plenty of volunteers including 35 from Johnson Control buzzed around to make sure everyone was having a good time."Being able to help a veteran, being able to just bring a smile to a veteran's face when you say 'thank you for your service,' means a lot," said Cassie Woyak, Johnson Controls executive assistant.Vets could do what they wanted, including swap war stories.Neils Cocraft was on the infamous Pork Chop Hill in Korea where many American soldiers lost their lives.
Reaching out with a helping hand: County, state officials team up to help vets released from jail
MILWAUKEE COUNTY (WITI) -- They served our country, lost their way, and now they need a helping hand.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY (WITI) -- They served our country, lost their way, and now they need a helping hand.
Wisconsin DOT offers red "veteran" identifier for driver's licenses of service men, women
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Next month when we celebrate Veterans Day, former service men and women will want to be recognized.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Next month when we celebrate Veterans Day, former service men and women will want to be recognized.
Benefits & more: Milwaukee County offers help to aging veterans
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Hundreds of veterans spent their day at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center on Monday, September 15th -- it was the second year of the “Connecting Aging Veterans to their Benefits" fair.Dozens of organizations set up booths throughout the building, each with information on different benefits or programs available to veterans.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Hundreds of veterans spent their day at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center on Monday, September 15th -- it was the second year of the “Connecting Aging Veterans to their Benefits" fair.Dozens of organizations set up booths throughout the building, each with information on different benefits or programs available to veterans.
World honors D-Day's fallen, 70 years later
COLLEVILLE-SUR-MER, France (AP) — Men who stormed Normandy's shore 70 years ago joined world leaders Friday in paying tribute to the 150,000 Allied troops who risked and lost their lives in the D-Day landings in Nazi-occupied France, in a day of international commemorations of history's biggest amphibious invasion.They are honoring the troops and civilians who fell in mighty battles that helped bring Europe peace and unity — just as bloodshed in Ukraine is posing new challenges to European security and threatening a new East-West divide.As the sun rose Friday over a gusty Omaha Beach, flags flew at half-staff.
COLLEVILLE-SUR-MER, France (AP) — Men who stormed Normandy's shore 70 years ago joined world leaders Friday in paying tribute to the 150,000 Allied troops who risked and lost their lives in the D-Day landings in Nazi-occupied France, in a day of international commemorations of history's biggest amphibious invasion.They are honoring the troops and civilians who fell in mighty battles that helped bring Europe peace and unity — just as bloodshed in Ukraine is posing new challenges to European security and threatening a new East-West divide.As the sun rose Friday over a gusty Omaha Beach, flags flew at half-staff.
City of Greenfield holds Ice Cream Social to thank veterans
GREENFIELD (WITI) -- The City of Greenfield honored veterans during an Ice Cream Social on Thursday, May 22nd.The event was organized as a way to say thank you to those who severed -- but also to give them something in return.Besides an Ice Cream Social, the veterans were also give information on how, as they age, they can get access to care at home.
GREENFIELD (WITI) -- The City of Greenfield honored veterans during an Ice Cream Social on Thursday, May 22nd.The event was organized as a way to say thank you to those who severed -- but also to give them something in return.Besides an Ice Cream Social, the veterans were also give information on how, as they age, they can get access to care at home.
Third try was the charm for veteran looking to heal from PTSD
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Graduation often marks a new chapter in one's life, and sometimes to move forward, one must work to overcome one's past.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Graduation often marks a new chapter in one's life, and sometimes to move forward, one must work to overcome one's past.
Fifth annual Rock for Vets aiming to raise big bucks
RACINE (WITI) -- The fifth annual Rock for Vets was held Saturday, April 19th at the Civic Centre Memorial Hall with hopes to raise $20,000 to support veterans.The event features eight different bands, 50/50 raffles, and a raffle to win a Miller Park suite to see a Brewers game.“You get the bands, you get their groupies, you get all the veterans, you get everybody down here,” said attendee Debre Dell.Rock for Vets is sponsored by Bikers Helping Veterans and the Wisconsin Veterans Motorcycle Club.
RACINE (WITI) -- The fifth annual Rock for Vets was held Saturday, April 19th at the Civic Centre Memorial Hall with hopes to raise $20,000 to support veterans.The event features eight different bands, 50/50 raffles, and a raffle to win a Miller Park suite to see a Brewers game.“You get the bands, you get their groupies, you get all the veterans, you get everybody down here,” said attendee Debre Dell.Rock for Vets is sponsored by Bikers Helping Veterans and the Wisconsin Veterans Motorcycle Club.
VFW says 55,000 veterans are the victims of a security breach
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Milwaukee veteran receives a startling letter.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Milwaukee veteran receives a startling letter.
PICTURES: View & submit pictures of veterans, servicepersons
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Governor Scott Walker signs asbestos bill opposed by veterans
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New Milwaukee Co. program helps veterans in their job search
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Military veterans are getting a new tool to help them in their job hunt: a free flash drive loaded with their military service record, resume and other important job hunting documents.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Military veterans are getting a new tool to help them in their job hunt: a free flash drive loaded with their military service record, resume and other important job hunting documents.
Milwaukee apartment building for veterans vandalized
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Thieves targeted a building meant to house veterans in need.Burgie Rogers has dedicated her life to the military mantra -- leave no man or woman behind.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Thieves targeted a building meant to house veterans in need.Burgie Rogers has dedicated her life to the military mantra -- leave no man or woman behind.
Donate today to the mission of Wisconsin Honor Flight
MILWAUKEE -- Wisconsin is losing its veterans all too quickly.
MILWAUKEE -- Wisconsin is losing its veterans all too quickly.
Center for Veterans Issues offers free haircuts for veterans
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You only get one first impression, and with a potential employer, that impression can be the difference between landing a job and heading home empty-handed.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You only get one first impression, and with a potential employer, that impression can be the difference between landing a job and heading home empty-handed.
Program working to help veterans find a job after their service
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Finding a job can be difficult enough for many -- add a negative social stigma and some employers won't even look at you.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Finding a job can be difficult enough for many -- add a negative social stigma and some employers won't even look at you.
Veterans can soon apply for "veterans" distinction on license
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) Secretary John Scocos and Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Secretary Mark Gottlieb on Monday, November 11th announced that starting on December 2, 2013, veterans may voluntarily request through the WisDOT a veteran identifier on their Wisconsin driver’s license or state issued identification card.“It is fitting that on Veterans Day, WDVA and WisDOT announce they are beginning to implement the veteran identifier on driver’s licenses,” Governor Walker said. “Our veterans have sacrificed so much for the good of our country and it is only right that we ease this burden of proof.”Veterans who choose to get the identifier must first verify they are eligible before they apply for a new card.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) Secretary John Scocos and Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Secretary Mark Gottlieb on Monday, November 11th announced that starting on December 2, 2013, veterans may voluntarily request through the WisDOT a veteran identifier on their Wisconsin driver’s license or state issued identification card.“It is fitting that on Veterans Day, WDVA and WisDOT announce they are beginning to implement the veteran identifier on driver’s licenses,” Governor Walker said. “Our veterans have sacrificed so much for the good of our country and it is only right that we ease this burden of proof.”Veterans who choose to get the identifier must first verify they are eligible before they apply for a new card.
With government shutdown over, Milw. area veterans relieved
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The government shutdown is over, after Congress Wednesday night passed a bill to reopen the government and raise the debt ceiling.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The government shutdown is over, after Congress Wednesday night passed a bill to reopen the government and raise the debt ceiling.
Unique program at UWM helping veterans adjust to civilian life
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It can be difficult to leave a career you know for something entirely different.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It can be difficult to leave a career you know for something entirely different.