VETERANS DAY

Across San Antonio, honoring those who served is top of mind this weekend for Veterans Day. But to so many, making sure the conversation keeps going after Saturday is the harder challenge.

Leading off the Veterans Day Parade in New Braunfels will be a hometown “boy” who survived the bloody beaches of Normandy only to be seriously wounded in the Battle of the Bulge.

Garrett T. Capps, Thanksgiving desserts, Share the Shoes, brunch from a veteran-owned business and San Antonio Public Library.

Veterans Day is this Saturday, and we at KSAT want to honor the veterans in your life!

Several city, county and state government offices will be closed on Friday, Nov. 10, in observance of Veterans Day.

Saturday marks Veterans Day, and it’s a day to honor those who served.

November is prime time to feast on early holiday deals. Consumer Reports says some top-tested products are discounted now, but there is one category to wait on.

People from not only San Antonio, but from across the country came to Military City USA to honor those who have served.

Retired and active veterans gathered Friday at Fort Sam Houston Cemetery and Buffalo Soldiers held a ceremony at the San Antonio National Cemetery to celebrate Veterans Day.

The Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery held a Veterans Day ceremony on Friday morning to honor those who served.

Today on SA Live, cheesesteaks, yoga, backyard games, holiday treats, beer and veteran-owned businesses.

Happy Veterans Day!

Under gray clouds and pouring rain at Arlington National Cemetery, Vice President Kamala Harris has told the nation’s veterans their work makes America stronger.

Two of the more notable games on Friday’s college basketball schedule are taking place on an aircraft carrier and in a baseball stadium.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is offering free entry to all Texas State Parks on Nov. 13 in honor of veterans and active duty military.

Fox’s NFL pregame show is going international for the first time in 13 years for the annual Veterans Day show.

Veterans and active-duty military can get a squeaky clean car on Veterans Day thanks to the Wash Tub.

Friday marks Veterans Day, and it’s a day to honor those who served.

After spending most of the year across the world and away from his family, US Navy veteran Joshua Skapura had the surprise of a lifetime for his 7-year-old daughter at Clear Spring Elementary.

Several city, county and state government offices will be closed on Friday Nov 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

Federal lawmakers introduced a bill to create a national holiday, making the last Monday of September the Gold Star Families Act Day. Their definition of what a Gold Star family is has caused some painful division among military families.

A Fox News Channel report on comments made by President Joe Biden were edited to remove context to make it seem like he was being racially insensitive.

The Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio will honor veterans with a ceremony on Thursday.

An Air Force veteran has created her own tech company and creates immersive augmented reality technologies to help the future of military training.

A flyover and remarks from President Joe Biden are slated for Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, on Veterans Day.

Each year, our nation commemorates Veterans Day on Nov. 11, to pay tribute to all American veterans -- living or dead -- but especially to those who served our country honorably during war or peacetime.

President Joe Biden has saluted the nation’s military veterans as “the spine of America” in marking his first Veterans Day as president in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.

Veterans and active-duty military can get a squeaky clean car on Veterans Day thanks to the Wash Tub.

Ricardo Perez Ramos, a retired U.S. Army sergeant who lost both legs in an IED explosion in Afghanistan, shared his story as the keynote speaker at a Veterans Day event at the Ecumenical Center of San Antonio.

Several city, county and state government offices will be closed on Thursday in observance of Veterans Day.

The Bexar County Clerk’s Office will be hosting free wedding ceremonies for veterans and active members of the military in honor of Veterans Day.

Veteran’s Day is Nov. 11 and in honor of the special occasion, many companies offer discounts to veterans and active-duty military.

Aspen Dental is offering free dental care to military veterans on Saturday in honor of Veterans Day.

The difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day still seems to trip people up, although it shouldn't. So, what do you say on Memorial Day compared to Veterans Day?

Hello parents, teachers and students! Are you happy it’s Friday? It’s got to feel nice that the school year is coming to a close.

Want to get outside? Or are you looking to plan a summer trip? The country’s national parks are incredible places to consider.

Joe Biden has chosen his longtime adviser Ron Klain to reprise his role as his chief of staff, installing an aide with decades of experience across. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)WASHINGTON – The Latest on President-elect Joe Biden (all times local):10:45 p.m.Incoming White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain says President-elect Joe Biden will appoint a “COVID coordinator” who will lead the administration’s pandemic response. ___3:25 p.m.President-elect Joe Biden has spoken with the top two Democrats in Congress — but not their Republican counterparts yet. ___1 p.m.President-elect Joe Biden has spoken by phone with Pope Francis as he continues to talk with leaders around the world. Democrats already control the House, and Democrat Joe Biden is the president-elect after beating President Donald Trump in their White House contest.

WWE Hall of famer Bill Goldberg shows up at Compadres HIll Country Cocina to serve veterans | SA Live | KSAT 12Published: November 11, 2020, 6:38 pmChef Mark Sierra teams up with members of the community to give free meals to veterans

How familiar are you with what military members do, day in and day out? Of course, all military members deserve our recognition for voluntarily raising a hand and going to bat for our country and our freedom. (Provided by Maximillian Boudreaux)Amid the uncertain times that go hand in hand with a global pandemic, Woodbury was sent overseas. “The mission is to help sustain logistics and maintenance support operations in Iraq -- more so to help the Iraqi Army sustain themselves,” Woodbury said. It was the support of my team that enabled me to obtain that Bronze Star,” Woodbury said.

How deported veterans fight their immigration cases to return to United StatesPublished: November 11, 2020, 6:25 pmVeterans for Peace is a global nonprofit organization that seeks justice for military veterans and pushes for peace, not war.

Military is top of mind for many people, especially considering Veterans Day is a federal holiday. So, what does serving in the military really look like? In honor of today, here are five things that will likely surprise you about the military lifestyle. While in Iraq, a soldier lost a weapon, and my unit made us look for the weapon until it was found. Happy Veterans Day to all of my battle buddies who have served, and to the ones still serving.

SAN ANTONIO – Today on SA Live, we’re honoring veterans! 🇺🇸 Post your pics + look for yours from 1-2 p.m. today on SA Live! #VeteransDay Posted by SA Live on Wednesday, November 11, 2020Jen is out at a restaurant honoring veterans today - Compadres Hill Country Cocina in Boerne! SA Live airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KSAT 12. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, a smart TV or smartphone.

Residents and staff listen to the national anthem during a socially-distanced Veterans Day ceremony at the Southern Nevada State Veterans Home, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020, in Boulder City, Nev. With infections raging again nationwide, several veterans homes are fighting new outbreaks. At the annual Veterans Day gathering at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, many participants wore masks and kept their distance from others. “Veterans Day looks a lot different this year than it has in the past,” said Andy Patterson, commander of the Disabled American Veterans of New Hampshire. Ninety-eight veterans have died from COVID-19 in Missouri’s seven veterans homes since Sept. 1, and Gov.

The 9@9: San Antonio Mayor in quarantine; Biden transition; Veterans DayPublished: November 11, 2020, 9:50 amThe 9@9 features some of the biggest stories making headlines at home, around the country and across the globe. Here’s what’s trending.

Today is Wednesday, Nov. 11, the 316th day of 2020. In 1929, the Ambassador Bridge spanning the Detroit River between Michigan and Windsor, Ontario, Canada, was dedicated. In 1942, during World War II, Germany completed its occupation of France. 1966: NASA launches Gemini 12, the 10th and final manned flight of the Gemini program. Iraq, meanwhile, showed no sign of backing down from its refusal to deal with U.N. weapons inspectors.

It’s always a good time to tip your hat or say thanks to those who have served in the military, but especially on Veterans Day. It seems almost impossible to not know someone who has served or been deployed with outside of the United States. Veterans -- and even their families -- have sacrificed a lot so that we can continue living in freedom. With that, we want to take the opportunity to let you share with us the veteran in your life. Happy Veterans Day!

Both of these holidays celebrate the brave men and women who protect our country, but is there a difference between the two days?

President Donald Trump will participate in the Veterans Day observance at Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday, emerging in public for the first time since his failed reelection bid to take part in the annual presidential rite. First Lady Melania Trump and Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, will also be in attendance. The president and Robert Wilkie, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, are expected to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The president made no public comments since President-elect Joe Biden surpassed the 270 electoral votes on Saturday needed to win the presidency. Trump’s tweets were swiftly flagged by the social media network as disputed claims about election fraud.

SAN ANTONIO – In observance of Veterans Day, several city offices in San Antonio will stay closed for the day. Public safety and emergency services will operate Wednesday, but here are the city services that will be open or closed:Open:Recycling, organics recycling and garbageSAPD, SAFD and EMS3-1-1 call center and COVID-19 hotline will be open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Downtown city-owned parking meters will be free on WednesdayDead animal collection crews will be on dutyAnimal Care Officers will be on dutyCity parks and natural areasBitters Brush Recycling Center, 1800 Wurzbach ParkwayNelson Gardens Brush Recycling Center, 8963 Nelson RoadPre-K 4 SA centers and corporate officeHead start administrative offices and school district sitesVIA: Bus routes will follow the schedule currently operating on weekdays. The Downtown Information Center and Crossroads Information Center will be open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and the call center will be open 6 a.m.-10 p.m.CPS Energy’s offices, customer service centers and call centerClosed:Alamodome box office and administrative officesCentral Library and all branch librariesAll Metro Health clinicsAnimal Care Services lobby and adoption centerMunicipal Court, 401 S. FrioCarver Community Cultural Center, 226 N. HackberrySenior comprehensive centers and senior nutrition sites (contact individual nutrition sites for holiday schedules)Community service centersChild care services administrative officesOffice of the city clerk, passports, vital records and municipal archives and recordsSAPD’s administration and records sectionParks and Recreation community centers, Ron Darner Reservations OfficeeEnrique Barrera Community Fitness CenterMcFarlin Tennis Center and Fairchild Tennis CourtsLimited fitness in the park classes will be offeredLa Villita and Market Square shops and La Villita administrative officesCentro de Artes Gallery at Market Square and Market Square administrative OfficesWillie C. Velasquez Emergency Services CenterOffice of Historic PreservationDevelopment Services DepartmentSAFD administrative officesSolid Waste Management administrative officesRead alsoFreebies, deals that veterans, active-duty military can enjoy this Veterans Day

SAN ANTONIO – Restaurants around San Antonio are offering veterans and active-duty military some freebies and deals in honor of Veterans Day on Wednesday. Here are food deals for military members and veterans:54th Street: Veterans and active-duty military can eat free for up to $12 while dining in. Bar Louie: On Wednesday, active-duty military and veterans can receive a free burger or flatbread of their choice. For a list of free menu items, click Veterans and active-duty military can receive a meal from a fixed menu. QT: Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free self-serve coffee or fountain drink on Wednesday.

SAN ANTONIO – Texans needing a day of rest and relaxation after the chaotic election season can get into any state park for free on Sunday. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is waiving fees at all of the state parks in honor of Veterans Day. “The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas State Parks are proud to honor the men and women that serve our country in the military,” Rodney Franklin, director of Texas State Parks, said in a news release. “What better way to celebrate their service and dedication than by spending the day at a beautiful Texas State Park.”Veterans Day lands on Wednesday, Nov. 11. TPWD is reminding happy campers that parks have capacity limits, and it is recommended that they reserve a day pass online or by calling 512-389-8900.

Veterans Day is just a few days away, and there is a call to make sure our local veterans are never forgotten. Candace Ramos and her team at Vitas Healthcare have a goal for Veterans Day this year: to collect 175 letters for veterans in the San Antonio community. “It’s about veterans in the San Antonio community, so we today we want to honor those veterans on Veterans Day. “It’s something that they have to carry with them, not just on Veterans Day, but every day moving forward from now,” Ramos said. Veterans Day is Nov. 11, and Vitas is trying to get all of the letters by this Friday, Nov. 6.

Regardless of whether you’re aiming to visit one U.S. national park in your lifetime or your bucket list includes 10 of them, we have good news: Wednesday marks one of the free-entrance days, in honor of Veterans Day. is the last fee free day of 2020.https://t.co/UR6dHYdbDq — National Park Foundation (@NationalParkFdn) November 10, 2020All national parks will waive entrance fees. Some other free dates for 2020 included:Saturday, April 18 – First Day of National Park Week/National Junior Ranger DayTuesday, August 25 – National Park Service BirthdaySaturday, September 26 – National Public Lands DayWe’re still waiting on the free days of 2021 to be released. There are 419 National Park Service sites, and of those, 110 typically charge an entrance fee, with costs ranging from $5 to $35, the NPS said. Just be aware, the entrance-fee waiver for the free days don’t cover amenity or user fees for things like camping, boat launches, transportation or special tours.

SAN ANTONIO – A Vietnam veteran spent this Veterans Day in a comfortable home for the first time in over a decade. When the leaders of two organizations found out she had been living in a shed, they stepped up immediately. Cotungo heard about the homeless veteran’s situation right after a couple from Missouri generously donated a recreation vehicle to Adapt-A-Vet. "They're couch-surfing women, living in their cars. They're not living out on the streets often times, so it's hard to get an account of how many homeless women veterans there are," Hart said.

SAN ANTONIO – Students at Brentwood Middle School spent Veterans Day with veteran NASA astronaut Dr. Bernard Harris, who was in town to celebrate the three winners from the Sylvan Learning Grand STEM Challenge. The challenge had students design and build a project with a solution to an everyday problem.

Veterans Day marked at Fort Sam Houston National CemeteryPublished: November 11, 2019, 12:40 pmThe Department of Veterans Affairs paid tribute Monday for the service and sacrifice of veterans at a Veterans Day ceremony at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

SAN ANTONIO – The Department of Veterans Affairs paid tribute Monday for the service and sacrifice of veterans at a Veterans Day ceremony at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. The ceremony included remarks by Dr. Kat Strauss, Air Force, LTC (Ret.). Elected officials, including U.S. Rep. Will Hurd, attended the event. The master of ceremony was Tom Earnest. The Texas Children’s Choir, the MacArthur High School AJROTC and the Beethoven Band performed at the ceremony.

Monday marks Veterans Day, and many restaurants around San Antonio are honoring active-duty military members and veterans with free and discounted meals. 54th Street Grill & Bar: A free entree up to $12 will be offered to veterans and active-duty military members who dine-in. Andretti Indoor Karting & Games: Veterans and active-duty military members are offered a free meal. RELATED: USAA kicks off Veterans Day early with a special ceremonyCici's Pizza: Military personnel and veterans can receive a free pizza buffet. Non-food deals for military members and veteransAmazon: Prime memberships will be $79 for the year (a $40 savings) for former and current military members.