Honor Flight Central Florida: More vets needed for fall trip
Honor Flight Central Florida said it is looking for more veterans -- specifically WW II and Korean War-era veterans -- to join its October flight to Washington D.C. These free flights bring veterans to Washington D.C., where they can create memories and see the historic memorials and tributes. Visit HonorFlightCentralFlorida.org to sign up.
Honor Flight Central Florida said it is looking for more veterans -- specifically WW II and Korean War-era veterans -- to join its October flight to Washington D.C. These free flights bring veterans to Washington D.C., where they can create memories and see the historic memorials and tributes. Visit HonorFlightCentralFlorida.org to sign up.
Healing garden for veterans in Brevard County
It's Military Appreciation Month and we're taking a look at a healing garden for veterans in Brevard County. American Legion Post 117 created the garden to be a calming, therapeutic area for veterans dealing with trauma.
It's Military Appreciation Month and we're taking a look at a healing garden for veterans in Brevard County. American Legion Post 117 created the garden to be a calming, therapeutic area for veterans dealing with trauma.
Kobat Kitchen: Serving meals and hope to fellow veterans
Chef Richard Bahre, a veteran, stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about his non-profit, Kobat Kitchen. Launched in January 2026 and part of Nautical Salute, the goal is to help feed homeless vets, create community for other veterans, and to share their stories. Chef Bahre and his business partners are currently working to build their own smoker, which will allow them to travel and attend other events, he said.
Chef Richard Bahre, a veteran, stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about his non-profit, Kobat Kitchen. Launched in January 2026 and part of Nautical Salute, the goal is to help feed homeless vets, create community for other veterans, and to share their stories. Chef Bahre and his business partners are currently working to build their own smoker, which will allow them to travel and attend other events, he said.
Stand Up for Veterans resource event in Orlando
An annual event provides veterans with free support and resources. Stand Up for Veterans brings together organizations that help veterans and provide them access to resources they need.
An annual event provides veterans with free support and resources. Stand Up for Veterans brings together organizations that help veterans and provide them access to resources they need.
Veteran-owned business helps soldiers prepare for combat
Serious Simulations in Oviedo helps soldiers prepare for combat. The veteran-owned business designs and manufactures training devices to be used in live training and simulations. FOX 35's Marley Capper has the details.
Serious Simulations in Oviedo helps soldiers prepare for combat. The veteran-owned business designs and manufactures training devices to be used in live training and simulations. FOX 35's Marley Capper has the details.
Spotlighting military and veteran students at UCF
Some of the students graduating from Central Florida colleges this month are members of the military. Preston Strenth is a sergeant in the Army National Guard who travels for training while attending the University of Central Florida. Strenth joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how he balances the two.
Some of the students graduating from Central Florida colleges this month are members of the military. Preston Strenth is a sergeant in the Army National Guard who travels for training while attending the University of Central Florida. Strenth joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how he balances the two.
Golf fundraiser for 'Home for Our Troops'
A golf tournament is raising money for Homes for Our Troops, an organization that builds homes for veterans who were severely injured during their service. FOX 35's John Brown has the details.
A golf tournament is raising money for Homes for Our Troops, an organization that builds homes for veterans who were severely injured during their service. FOX 35's John Brown has the details.
Johnson's Coffee Co: Churro latte, Banana matcha
FOX 35 is highlighting military- and veteran-owned businesses in Orlando and Central Florida during Military Appreciation Month. Sean Johnson, an Army veteran, owned Johnson's Coffee Co. with his wife, Natalia Barrera. They stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to showcase some of their specialty coffee drinks.
FOX 35 is highlighting military- and veteran-owned businesses in Orlando and Central Florida during Military Appreciation Month. Sean Johnson, an Army veteran, owned Johnson's Coffee Co. with his wife, Natalia Barrera. They stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to showcase some of their specialty coffee drinks.
The Freedom Truck arrives in Central Florida
The Freedom Truck is making its way across the United States in celebration of America's 250th anniversary. The mobile museum features exhibits and interactive displays highlighting moments in America's history.
The Freedom Truck is making its way across the United States in celebration of America's 250th anniversary. The mobile museum features exhibits and interactive displays highlighting moments in America's history.
Iraq war veteran's redemption story
On this segment of Military May, FOX 35's Marley Capper shares an Iraq War veteran's redemption story.
On this segment of Military May, FOX 35's Marley Capper shares an Iraq War veteran's redemption story.
Recognizing the US Space Force
On this segment of Military May, we are recognizing the United States Space Force. FOX 35's Stephanie Rivas reports.
On this segment of Military May, we are recognizing the United States Space Force. FOX 35's Stephanie Rivas reports.
Veteran returns to cutting hair after serving
FOX 35's Marley Capper shares the story of Navy veteran, Luis Hernandez, who returned to cutting hair after serving our country.
FOX 35's Marley Capper shares the story of Navy veteran, Luis Hernandez, who returned to cutting hair after serving our country.
Meet Army Vet John and his service dog, Zazu
John D'Amico, a military vet, and his service dog, Zazu, stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about their partnership, John's military service, and how Dogs Inc. helps pair service dogs with military veterans.
John D'Amico, a military vet, and his service dog, Zazu, stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about their partnership, John's military service, and how Dogs Inc. helps pair service dogs with military veterans.
Vets lead JROTC program at Innovation High School
For Military May, FOX 35's Marley Capper reports on the JROTC program at Innovation High School, where the program is led by military veterans.
For Military May, FOX 35's Marley Capper reports on the JROTC program at Innovation High School, where the program is led by military veterans.
DeBary gym a safe haven for vets, active duty military
On this segment of Military May, FOX 35's Marley Capper visits a gym in Debary that is bringing veterans and active duty service members together.
On this segment of Military May, FOX 35's Marley Capper visits a gym in Debary that is bringing veterans and active duty service members together.
Military May: Saluting the Patriot Guard Riders
It?s Military Appreciation Month, and today we?re saluting the Patriot Guard Riders. The Patriot Guard Riders is an organization based in the United States whose members attend the funerals of members of the U.S. military and first responders at the invitation of a decedent's family.
It?s Military Appreciation Month, and today we?re saluting the Patriot Guard Riders. The Patriot Guard Riders is an organization based in the United States whose members attend the funerals of members of the U.S. military and first responders at the invitation of a decedent's family.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks at Special Operations Forces Week event in Tampa
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gave the keynote address Tuesday in Tampa as part of Special Operations Forces Week 2025.
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gave the keynote address Tuesday in Tampa as part of Special Operations Forces Week 2025.
'Homes for Our Troops' builds accessible housing for disabled veterans
Homes for Our Troops is continuing its mission to build specially adapted homes for veterans who were severely injured during their service. The nonprofit organization recently held a fundraiser, including a golf tournament at Tranquillo Golf Course, to support the construction of more accessible homes for post-9/11 veterans.
Homes for Our Troops is continuing its mission to build specially adapted homes for veterans who were severely injured during their service. The nonprofit organization recently held a fundraiser, including a golf tournament at Tranquillo Golf Course, to support the construction of more accessible homes for post-9/11 veterans.
Palm Harbor WWII veteran finds comfort in new mission at 100 years old: ‘Life is golden’
O'Neil Ducharme sits comfortably in his recliner, centered in his garage, as he stares out into the cul-de-sac in front of his home, surprised by how quickly time flies.
O'Neil Ducharme sits comfortably in his recliner, centered in his garage, as he stares out into the cul-de-sac in front of his home, surprised by how quickly time flies.
Tampa Bay Rowdies giving back in honor of Military Appreciation Month
The Tampa Bay Rowdies are giving back in honor of Military Appreciation Month.
The Tampa Bay Rowdies are giving back in honor of Military Appreciation Month.