It started with an 8-year-old boy in Afghanistan who turned down a candy bar in favor of a pencil and an American serviceman who wanted to do more. ...more

November 12, 2009

Veterans Day conjures up different memories for different people, but to all, the day represents a time of appreciation for those who have served or are serving our country. On TBO.com, we asked you to tell us what the day means to you. These are some of the stories you shared. ...more

November 12, 2009

Thank you for sharing your thoughts as we mark Veterans Day. ...more

November 11, 2009

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — President Barack Obama carried out the traditional Veterans Day role today, then made a surprise visit to a part of Arlington National Cemetery reserved for troops killed in Iraq and Afghanistan, walking among the grave sites and talking to mourners. ...more

November 11, 2009

The members of Omega Delta Sigma work together like a well-oiled machine. The fraternity, which is comprised of military veterans and ROTC cadets, could have had the afternoon off from Saint Leo University. But members spent their time at Bob Williams' Wesley Chapel warehouse making care packages for troops stationed overseas. ...more

November 11, 2009

Skies clear for Chocachatti Elementary's Veterans Day observance. ...more

November 11, 2009

Ballast Point Elementary School observed Veterans Day on Tuesday with an assembly and program to salute the service and efforts of members of the nation's armed forces. ...more

November 11, 2009

Letters to the editor from Nov. 11 West Pasco editions. ...more

November 11, 2009

Veterans Day is a reminder of the sacrifices of many Plant City families whose sons went to war and never returned. ...more

November 11, 2009

Veterans Day festivities will last well into the weekend in South Shore. ...more

November 11, 2009