"We ask so much of our Military men and women, and they continue to give so much without complaint... but still have found time within their communities to volunteer as well" states Carlos Hopkins, Secretary of Veterans and Defense...
Celebrating the dedication and service of those in our community, from firefighters and police officers, to members of our military and others who serve, YurView presents "Hometown Heroes". We visit a Police Academy, learn about a WWII half-track available...
Take a tour of the Battleship Wisconsin as we hear from one of the sailors who served on board during Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. He'll tell us when they had to roll the windows down on the...
Nina, Keilah, and Danielle Lear found what it took to become part of an even greater sisterhood while attending recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, SC.
Each had her own reason to join, whether it was to...
The popular Cox Creative Services program returns with 4 homecomings, spread out over several months to make the third episode of its 6th season very memorable. Segment 1 features the USS McFaul, as this installment also includes the George...
The mission of Blankets for the Homeless started as founder Mariah Smith began handing out blankets and lunches to homeless communities in Virginia Beach. It quickly progressed into providing supplies like coats, ponchos, hats, gloves, shoes, tarps, tents, toiletries,...
Tyler Waters, a Mass Communications Specialist in the Navy, found a great way to maintain his physical fitness by rock climbing. With every new wall he gets a mental, physical, and fun challenge!
If you're not a fan of traditional...
An Achievable Dream Academy in Newport News has a Hometown Hero of its own. Staff Security Officer Anthony Brickhouse is a staple to the community and to this school as he ensures the safety of all of its students....
Founded in 1889, the Portsmouth Humane Society is a nonprofit organization that depends on charitable donations and volunteer work to make their mission possible. Their mission is "to provide shelter, care, and treatment to homeless animals in the City...
On this episode of Hometown Heroes, we visit the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach where we get a peek at five decades of war planes! Then fast forward to take a look at a historic flight in an F-16...
