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Friday, May 10, 2013  While the country is honoring mother this holiday weekend, one Alamo family is celebrating the return of U.S. Staff Sgt. Joe Soto.

Monday, May 06, 2013  Ashley never imagined her fiancé, Army Specialist Kevin Cardoza of Mercedes, would be killed overseas.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  SSgt. Lupe Maldonado is finally undergoing chemotherapy after a colonoscopy revealed stage 4 cancer.

Friday, April 19, 2013  Staff Sgt. Lupe Maldonado has been dedicated to his country and his work.

Saturday, March 16, 2013  Legislators are finally taking an interest in a bill that could help many veterans with a homestead tax break.

Monday, February 18, 2013  On  Tuesday, Feb. 19, the Marine Military Academy in Harlingen will be celebrating the service of those who served in the Battle of Iwo Jima.

Monday, January 28, 2013  When Monica Alaniz's family first spotted the Texas flag flying upside down at the Motel 6 in Edinburg along South Closner about 10 days ago she says they knew what had to be done.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  Defense Secretary Leon Panetta is expected to announce Thursday that more than 230,000 battlefront posts are now open to women.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012  The White House called it a "highly provocative act that threatens regional security."

Tuesday, December 11, 2012  Justin Gerhardt had high hopes for himself. He had some big shoes to fill.

Friday, December 07, 2012  Friday marked the 71st anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, a day that should never to be forgotten.