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GRANTS PASS, Ore. — Veterans all across the Rogue Valley remembered the Pearl Harbor attack Friday. It happened 77 years ago, and marked the beginning of our country’s involvement in World War II. Gerhard, “Gerry” Tank was too young to enlist when …

EAGLE POINT, Ore. — A Rogue Valley veteran from our greatest generation was laid to rest Friday afternoon. You may have gotten to know Geraldine “Ruth” Parks in early November, when the 98-year-old was featured in NBC5’s Honor Flight series. A memorial …

Washington, DC –  As we observe Veterans Day, we’re wrapping-up our special series on Honor Flight of Oregon. 25 veterans from southern Oregon went to Washington, DC in September. Over three days they traveled across the country and back again, seeing more …

Washington, D.C. – All week long we’re sharing stories from the most recent Oregon Honor Flight. The non-profit takes World War II and Korean War veterans to Washington, DC to visit their memorials. On this most recent trip, 25 veterans came along from …

MEDFORD, Ore. —One local boy is putting on a donation drive to help homeless vets stay warm during the winter season. “Basically I’m collecting socks and beanies for homeless vets and my goal is one hundred socks and one hundred beanies,” said …

Central Point, Ore. – It was a happy and emotional reunion, as both family members and veterans waited at the airport for J.D. Day’s arrival. Today marks his first visit back to the Rogue Valley, since he was injured near Pakistan. He …

Day 1 of the September, 2018 Honor Flight. Day 2 of the September, 2018 Honor Flight. Day 3 of the September, 2018 Honor Flight. A recap of the September, 2018 Honor Flight. Kristin HosfeltExecutive Producer Kristin Hosfelt anchors NBC5 News weeknights at …

GLIDE, Ore. – Detectives in Douglas County are asking for your help with a home invasion case. They’re trying to find two men accused of burglarizing the home of a war hero who passed way in the late 90s. Late last month, …

ROGUE VALLEY, Ore. —  Across southern Oregon and Northern California, ceremonies on Monday brought the community together to honor and remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Politicians, local veterans and families all made there way out to various ceremonies …

Medford, Ore. — A local veteran was given the keys to his new home on Wednesday. Mr. Verschoor didn’t want to go on camera for an interview, but he said it was an honor for the community to come together in such …