Veterans

Helena veteran John Quintrell was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his service in Vietnam. He'll be signing copies of his book in Billings on Wednesday (7/7) at Adaptive Performance Center, 1420 Broadwater Ave.

Those who answered the call to serve obviously felt a calling to serve our country. But I also think those same veterans want to make sure that those patriotic values are instilled in the next generation.

Plus, we chat with American Sniper co-author Scott McEwen about his new book: "Hell Week and Beyond." What is the main thing the SEALs told him got them through the training? Humor.

As luck would have it, I was able to catch up with him while he stopped in Jackson Hole, Wyoming- just before he ventured into Yellowstone National Park. Earlier that same week he climbed Devil's Tower- even though he has never rock climbed before.

I was able to tag along with Montana's Congressman Matt Rosendale (R-MT) for a great visit to Horses Spirits Healing just north of Billings. Horses Spirits Healing is a great organization serving veterans, first responders, and their families with therapeutic programs featuring horses.

The punishment dealt to two Montana men in 2019 who claimed to be veterans was awesome. The Montana Supreme Court disagreed.

More clinics for veterans and their spouses.

From fly fishing near Bozeman, to ice fishing near Malta- Warriors & Quiet Waters actually expanded their operational footprint during the pandemic.

Our very own US Navy submarine representing the state of Montana is still awaiting a commissioning date, but was officially launched earlier this month. Later this week the captain of the boat himself will join Governor Greg Gianforte (R-MT) for an update from the Montana state capitol.

The last time I was inside Miller's Horse Palace was for a big archery competition that was taking place there. They have another archery shoot coming up, and it's in honor of a fallen warrior from Montana who is beloved by many across the state- Master Sgt. McNary from Lewistown.

30 years ago. He lost a child at birth. He didn't have to deploy. He did anyway. The day before a cease fire was ordered in the Gulf War, Specialist C. Allen Cash gave his life for our country.

Over the weekend the Veterans Meat Locker handed out over 2,000 pounds of meat to more than 100 veterans.