Hampton Roads is home to over 217,000 veterans and each year 13,000 military personnel leave their respective branches of service and make the transition to civilian life. Though those numbers seem big, today, less than 1% of Americans have served, which is significantly down from 17% who served in World War II, and fewer and fewer civilians personally know someone in the military.

Watching children experience the worth around them can warm your heart and bring a smile to your face. If you inquire about their dreams, there are so many fun and exciting things they’re eager share, but if you think that’s “all” that’s on their minds think again!

In the span of just 48 hours, the fatal shooting of black men in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and suburban St. Paul, Minn., by police officers -- and the murder of five police officers at a Dallas protest of those shame shootings, has tensions flared in cities all across America.

Staff Sergeant Elizabeth Hash invited us to spend time with her family at home (and on the roller derby track) in Kansas City. We also spent time with her while she was on duty as an Army National Guard recruiter.