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Holiday Care Package 2011 Presale!

For the first time EVER we are offering a pre-pre sale on our Holiday 2011 Care Package!

Get it now for 25% off!

That's only $18.75 to ensure that our soldiers know they are loved this Holiday Season.

This year's care package will include:

1 Blanket of Belief

1 SA Logo Thermal Mug

2 Pairs of Socks

5 Packages of Hot Cocoa

6 Assorted Snacks

Optional: Holiday Card with Message

Phone Card

or Snack Pack

Click Here to order now!

Offer ends August 31 2011.

Coupon Code: Holiday2011

Encourage a Vet Like a Page

The Hero Organization

Let's be sure to go to Green Smoke Racing and TJ Bell Fan Page to become fans on facebook to thank them for helping The HERO Organization by supporting Soldiers' Angels (Official) again on the #50 Chevrolet Green Smoke NASCAR Cup car. We couldn't do any of this without the help of Green Smoke and their commitment to help the heroes of America!

It will take a Nation to heal a war..Granny is one of the Nation!

just gotta tell ya about this....4 louisiana soldiers drove in Sunday for our soldier fishin trip on monday....we planned a bbque for them an got a free room as well...i invited hank,,,the marine father that lost his son....well,,,the thing that really touched me is how this one louisiana soldier really made a difference in this fathers life,,,sgt derek callaway talked an talked with him sgt callaways job is meeting soldiers in louisiana that have been killed in action...it seems that derek really made a difference in hanks life...an i gotta tell ya...these crazy cajun soldiers had a great sense of humor..

 i posted the pixs of the fishin trip on face book an it was a great success....32 soldiers attended....i got to ride in the boat with the air conditioned cabin...lol....i just cant take the heat anymore....wlox did a story,,,when i get it will send it to ya....grannyhugs

United We Roll World Tour Show

United We Roll World Tour Show

Stardust Radio www.stardustradio.com

Tuesday 8/23/11  2:00pm – 4:00pm Central (Live)

Wednesday 8/24/11  6:30pm – 8:30pm Central (Repeat)

Welcome Stardust Listeners! Thank you for joining us on United We Roll

Tuesday, the 23rd day of  Aug, 2011.

 On today's show, we will check in with two deployed members, one in the Army and one serving with the Air Force. Each of our guests share a wealth of information with us that will touch on a large variety of military service and lifestyle issues. Remember, if you are not able to stay with us through the afternoon from 2-4pm Central today, this show will repeat again tomorrow, Wednesday, Aug 24th at 6:30pm Central. 

(2:08pm) For our first visit, we are joined by Army 1LT Calvin King, who is on his 4th deployment since Jan 2002 and, as he says, his boys are growing up while he is gone. 1LT King holds down a minimum of two areas of responsibility with C Co/299th Brigade Support Battalion, 2-1 AAB as the Brigade Medical Supply Officer and also serves with the Convoy Commando Security which provide supplies to other bases and camps. This dedicated officer provides medical supplies for a brigade of around 4,000 soldiers as well as medical maintenance support to several battalion aid stations. Four deployments since Jan 2002 is a lot of time away from home. We cannot begin to thank 1LT King, his fellow soldiers and all their families for all they have done and still do every day.

(2:59pm) How would unit activities and events be documented if there were not Historians to collect, edit and make sure the information gets to its destination? Surprisingly there are not a lot of military Historians, but we have the honor of visiting with Mr. Faron Thompson this afternoon, who is currently on deployment with the 376th AEW at Transit Center Manas in Kyrgyzstan. As the Historian for the 376th, Mr Thompson is documenting all that goes on from the many units and offices around that base. The records from today will be the history of tomorrow.

We would like to express our appreciation to some folks without whom the visits this week would not be possible. Our deepest appreciation goes to Army CPT Selina Tolonen and Air Force TSgt Tammie Moore.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL & MAY GOD BLESS AMERICA!

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"The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war,

no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceived

veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by our nation."

George Washington

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Press 1 For Enough!

Last week we talked about specific numbers from White House salaries,

military salaries and other actual numbers.

Some of these numbers will really get your attention!

Join us this Wednesday as we continue our discussion.

Wednesdays at 6pm Central

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Join us each week for real discussions on real matters for Americans.

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Flying Flags

Flying Flags Raises Funds
08/18/11
Last year’s Soldiers’ Angels Gold Star Family Event in Florida has spawned a patriotic fundraiser that is now set to go year-round.

The Gold Star Family Event gathers parents and siblings of fallen soldiers to Northwest Florida (NWF) for a weekend of fellowship with those who understand, under the guidance of a top grief counselor supplied by NWF Soldiers’ Angels. Angel Deb singlehandedly raised the money to fund the event last year, but this year she reached out to fellow NWF Angels for assistance in supporting 90 grieving family members.

Under the leadership of Angel John Adkins, the Pier Park flags project was born. In its first weekend, the project raised $1600. Year-round American flag events are now planned and the team expects to far exceed the funding needs of the Gold Star Family Event itself. The additional funds raised will go to local and national Soldiers’ Angels activities in support of troops and their families.

Here’s how it works: a person or business anywhere in the country donates $100 to have a 3’ X 5’ dedication flag set up five times per year at Pier Park in Panama City, Florida or at their Panama Cirty home or business (Piers Park is a beautifull shopping plaza directly adjacent to a veterans’ memorial). The flag will have a dedication tag attached to it, honoring a person, business, idea or group chosen by the donor. Other 501(c)(3) organizations, especially groups associated with public school music/arts/sports activity programs, can also use this as a fundraising method by receiving 25% of funds for their own event raised with Soldiers’ Angels.

“We hope to cover Pier Park in dedicated flags,” says Adkins. Beyond Northwest Florida, he envisions Angels across the country ultimately creating similar programs to raise money for local or national Soldiers’ Angels activities.



The first batch of flag materials (flags, poles and stands) were purchased by an anonymous donor. Now, two local building supply companies are donating supplies and flags. All labor is also donated.

For more information or to sponsor a flag, email Adkins at koolness@knology.net.

CALLING ALL ANGELS!

CALLING ALL ANGELS!

Our Soldiers’ Angels Texas warehouse needs your help collecting special items just for our female troops!

Items most needed are:
Tampons
Panty Liners
Maxi-pads
Lotions & Hand Creams
Body Wash
Shampoo with Conditioner
Deodorant
Feminine Wipes
Hair Elastic Ties in
Black or Brown

Ladies can help the ladies!
Please ask your local veteran’s org ladies’ auxiliaries,
Avon & Mary Kay reps, Red Hat Society groups,
Women’s sports teams & bible study groups,
Or even Girl Scout troops….
To all please chip in and help!

Once collected, please ship your items along with your contact information to:
Soldiers' Angels
4408 N PanAm Exprwy
San Antonio, TX 78218

Soldiers’ Angels Org, nonprofit 503 (c)(3) since 2003, website: www.soldiersangels.org,
TAX ID #20-0583415, Questions contact: cvink@soldiersangels.org

SUPPLIES NEEDED!!

The Soldiers' Angels Warehouse in San Antonio is in need of the following items:

toothbrushes
deodorant
baby wipes
non-perishable food items (especially tuna and jerky)
individual drink packets
nuts
raisins
microwaveable meals

If you can get these, wonderful, and thank you SO much! Please can ship them to:

Soldiers' Angels
4408 N PanAm Expressway
San Antonio, TX 78218

United We Roll World Tour Show

United We Roll World Tour Show

Stardust Radio www.stardustradio.com

Tuesday 8/16/11  2:00pm – 4:00pm Central (Live)

Wednesday 8/17/11  6:30pm – 8:30pm Central (Repeat)

Welcome Stardust Listeners! Thank you for joining us on United We Roll

Tuesday, the 16th day of  Aug, 2011.

On this week's show, we will check in with three deployed members, two in the Army, and one serving with the Air Force. Every one of these visits will reach into your hearts today. These were taped time wise rather close together and we did have some phone line difficulties, esp to the outer bases which you will hear, but they do not distort the whole of the visits by any means. Remember, if you are not able to stay with us through the afternoon today, this show will repeat again tomorrow, Wednesday, Aug 17th at 6:30pm Central. 

(2:10pm) For our first visit, we are joined by Army CPT Steven Hamby, who is currently on deployment with the 5/4 CAV, 2-1 AAB, and is still putting in 12-15 hours per day as his unit works hard not only to train Iraqi counterparts, but also to prepare places such as JSS Falcon - better known as FOB Falcon to so many - for the recent turnover to Iraqi Security forces. My respect and my heart continue to grow with each visit which we are blessed to host with the men and women who protect freedom for us and others.

(2:49pm) Our next visit takes us to the beautiful countryside of Kyrgyzstan and Transit Center Manas, where we visit with TSgt Patrick Cozad, who is the lead technician of a shop with the 376th EAMS (Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron) where they keep KC-135 refueling tankers in top maintenance shape and ready to fly. TSG Cozad and his team are acutely aware that keeping the planes in the air keeps other planes fueled and providing overhead protection for our troops on the ground. This is a beautiful visit that you do not want to miss. 

(3:31pm) Our final visit is with Army SSG Scott Parham of Alpha Battery, 1-7 FA, 2-1 AAB where he is the Howitzer Section Chief and HQ Platoon Sergeant. At times, the sound will be pretty rough, but this is how it can be when you are talking with a unit that does not have the communication links that a full sized base has. But with the wonderful information that SSG Parham brings to share with us, it is worth staying tuned to catch all that you can.

We would like to express our appreciation to some folks without whom the visits this week would not be possible. Our deepest appreciation goes to Army CPT Selina Tolonen, Sgt Daniel Stoutamire and Air Force TSgt Tammie Moore.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL & MAY GOD BLESS AMERICA!

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Last American
Red Cross Team Leaves Iraq (JBB)

While we have followed the drawdown and the changes with Operation New Dawn as it is called in the final stages in Iraq, we are beginning to see some definite signs that the closing chapters are upon us. One is the recent closing of the last American Red Cross Team to leave Iraq on August 1st, which had opened its doors in June 2003 at Joint Base Balad. We will have more information on this during our show.

We the family members of those who serve send our deepest appreciation to the members of the ARC for all that they have done to bring comfort to our loved ones in Iraq in a variety of ways. You, too will never be forgotten. An article on the closing of this ARC unit is available in our United We Roll Blog at www.stardustradio.com, click on the United We Roll page and click on the Blog button on top left.

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Congratulations to a Great Patriot and Hero

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

St. Paul, Minnesota, August 14, 2011

Military Order of the Purple Heart Elects William R. Hutton as National Commander



On August 13, 2011, William R. Hutton of Thousand Oaks, California was elected as National Commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, a national veteran service organization with more than 44,000 members.


Bill Hutton enlisted and served in the United States Marine Corps from 1965-1969 and was assigned to the Third Battalion, Fourth Marines, Third Marine Division during his tour of duty in Vietnam (1966). While serving in Vietnam, he was wounded three times with the last occurring on September 28, 1966 while leading his company up Hill 400, which was well fortified with North Vietnamese machine gun bunkers and had held off the Marine Company for two days. For his actions, Bill was awarded the Silver Star, Purple Heart medal with second star and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry.

After returning to the states, Bill was assigned to the Military Police in Santa Ana, California. While serving in that capacity, he was sent on temporary orders to attend the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Academy for an intense 16 week course in law enforcement procedures. After graduation, Bill returned to the Marine Air Facility in Santa Ana and was assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division (CID). Hutton was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps as a Staff Sergeant (E-6) in 1969.

In April, 1969, Bill joined the ranks of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department where he served in every major division including narcotics for over thirty five years. In 1993, Bill was awarded the Medal for Bravery and the Distinguished Service Award for saving the life of a fellow deputy whose weapon had been taken in a struggle with a "Hell's Angel" motorcycle club member who was under the influence of heroin.

Bill has been a member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart since 1997 and has held every leadership position in the Order up to and now including, National Commander. Bill is most proud of his work as a Department Service Officer and his close relationship with the hard working National Service Officers who provide services to our veterans and their families through the National Service Program of the Military Order of the Purple Heart..

Hutton’s goals during his tenure as Commander include improving all aspects of service to veterans and their families, expanding and improving the National Service Program of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, improving communications at all levels within the organization, and expanding the active involvement of local chapters and state departments in veteran support activities.



The organization now known as the "Military Order of the Purple Heart of the U.S.A. Inc.," (MOPH) was formed in 1932 for the protection and mutual interest of all combat wounded veterans and active duty men and women who have received the decoration. Chartered by the Congress, The MOPH is unique among Veteran Service Organizations in that all its members were wounded in combat. For this sacrifice, they were awarded the Purple Heart Medal. With grants from the MOPH Service Foundation, the MOPH and its Ladies Auxiliary promote Patriotism, Fraternalism, and the Preservation of America's military history. Most importantly, through veteran service, they provide comfort and assistance to all Veterans and their families, especially those requiring claims assistance with the VA, those who are homeless, and those requiring employment assistance. Through the VAVS program, MOPH volunteers selflessly provide assistance to hospitalized veterans at VA medical facilities and State Veterans Homes.



For information contact:

National Public Relations Director, John Bircher, 352-753-5535

Email: PublicRelations@Purpleheart.org

Smoke and NO SMOKE SA AND NASCAR

At this weekend’s Watkins Glen NASCAR Race (Sunday, 1p.m. ET on ESPN), keep your eyes peeled for the Green Smoke Chevy, driven by T.J. Bell. Right behind each door will be the Soldiers’ Angels logo, and a decal on the bumper will read “Text Soldier to 20222,” encouraging viewers to donate. There’s a lot more to the story, including a very special American hero who has been made an honorary pit crew member with full NASCAR qualifications, so check it out!

The press release from The Hero Organization spills the beans about that honorary crew member:

In addition to representing Miami-based Green Smoke®, Bell will race for a special cause. He recently formed an alliance with the Helping Early Responders Organization (H.E.R.O.). H.E.R.O.'s primary mission is to support and assist the non-profit organizations that help the men and women who are firefighters, police officers, E.M.T.s, members of our armed services and their families in their time of greatest need. Bell and Green Smoke will host these heroes as their trackside guests. The Watkins Glen H.E.R.O. will be Captain Dennis H. Knowles and the non-profit organization that H.E.R.O. will feature is Soldiers' Angels.

"Captain Dennis Knowles will be with our Green Smoke® Chevy team this week at Watkins Glen," Bell said, of his guest that is a graduate of Buffalo State College and Canisius College. "Captain Knowles has served our country for twelve years and he’s now able to be on inactive reserve. It gives him the opportunity to be an asset and inspiration to the Addison Central School District where he teaches sixth grade. Hopefully the honors he’s earned for his years of service at the World Trade Center site, in Kuwait and Afghanistan make as much of an impression on his students as they have on me.”

Since Captain Knowles is a military veteran, the No. 50 Green Smoke® Chevy will feature a special Soldiers’ Angels “Text Soldier to 20222” decal as part of the team’s alliance with H.E.R.O. Soldiers’ Angels volunteers provide aid and comfort to the men and women of the United States Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, veterans and their families. By texting “Soldier” to 20222, racing fans will be able to immediately donate $5 to the Soldier’s Angels non-profit organization.

Check out the Green Smoke car (without the Soldiers' Angels logo, which won't be revealed until later this week), so you know what to keep an eye out for Sunday!

UNITED WE ROLL TOUR

United We Roll World Tour Show
Stardust Radio www.stardustradio.com
Tuesday 8/09/11 2:00pm – 4:00pm Central (Live)
Wednesday 8/10/11 6:30pm – 8:00pm Central (Repeat)

Welcome Stardust Listeners! Thank you for joining us on United We Roll
Tuesday, the 9th day of July, 2011.



Our hearts are heavy with grief and with deep sadness for the families of the 38 international military coalition members who were killed Saturday when their Chinook helicopter went down in Afghanistan, reportedly from being hit by an insurgent's rocket propelled grenade or RPG. A total of 30 American troops, seven Afghan soldiers and an Afghan interpreter died in the crash. The U.S. service members aboard the helicopter included five aircrew and 25 personnel from the U.S. Navy Seals.

As do some units within the US Armed Forces, the Navy Seals have a foundation that exists to provide assistance to the families of fallen members. You can reach out to help the families of these Fallen Heroes through this organization located at http://navysealfoundation.org/
As tight as our economy is, perhaps this is also a time when our neighborhoods should become tighter. Perhaps we should make the effort to get to know our neighbors better and to be aware of each others' needs - as was the way of life in the "old days". Checking in on each other and sharing a cup of milk or a few freshly baked rolls. Maybe this is one way that we would not have wounded Vets or elderly neighbors locked away alone in their apartments or homes when they really need a friendly voice. Maybe it could even lead to those fun ole block parties. Just a thought.
Now, to today's show, we will check in with two deployed members, both in the Army, but one stationed with an Air Force unit. Then we will also visit with a young man who has dedicated his time and efforts to a very special project. Remember, if you are not able to stay with us through the afternoon today, this show will repeat again tomorrow, Wednesday, Aug 10th at 6:30pm Central.

(2:10pm) We start off with an interesting visit with Army Sgt Melissa Mathes, who is on deployment with the USAF and the 376th Air Expeditionary Wing at Transit Center Manas. Sgt Mathes will tell us about her job as a Veterinary Technician, looking after the health of the dogs and her interesting military journey. This is a wonderful visit for dog lovers and all.

(2:49pm) Our next visit takes us to Iraq as we share a truly inspirational visit with 1LT Christopher Generazio, who is on deployment with HHC 2-1 STB, (2-1AAB). Coming from a family military history that reaches right into your heart, 1LT Generazio graduated from West Point as did his father and he shares many thoughts with us regarding his service and being part of the closing chapter in Iraq.

(3:29pm) Our final visit actually began with an inspirational relationship between a grandfather and grandson. Steven Behnke, the grandson and an extinguished music student, wanted to bring top quality music to Veterans at their retirement homes, hospitals, events, basically anywhere a live band could perform for those who have defended our freedom. I can bet, after you hear the musical piece from the Patriot Brass ensemble, that you will also go their website and purchase one of their CD's.

We would like to express our appreciation to some folks without whom the visits this week would not be possible. Our deepest appreciation goes to Army CPT Selina Tolonen and Air Force TSgt Tammie Moore.

We thank our listeners for tuning in and keeping in touch with our Heroes of Freedom as they share their experiences and thoughts with us at home. From the volunteers here at United We Roll and Stardust Radio, we wish all of you a safe and happy week.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL & MAY GOD BLESS AMERICA!

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"The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war,
no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceived
veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by our nation."
George Washington