Mountaineer Heroes of Honor Foundation Raises $150,000 with Sept. 9 Golf Tournament

By Connect-Bridgeport Staff on September 17, 2022Full article… The Mountaineer Heroes of Honor Foundation held its third annual golf tournament Friday, Sept. 9 at Bridgeport Country Club, raising $150,000 for U.S. veterans. “This foundation means a lot to all of us. We are trying to grow the foundation and raise money that we can donate to…

[WDTV] First annual chili cook-off for Operation Firm Handshake

By Madeline Edwards Published: Feb. 12, 2022 Full article here…BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) – RG’s Almost Heaven Harley-Davidson in Bridgeport hosted their first chili cook-off to raise money for veterans in the community. Over 20 different chilis were being judged for the grand prize of $200. Wristbands were purchased at the door that allowed guests to…

[WVNews.com] Veterans recognized during special event in Lost Creek (West Virginia)

by Jonathan Weaver STAFF WRITER May 15, 2021 Link to Full article LOST CREEK, W.Va. (WV News) — Hundreds of local residents celebrated Armed Forces Day by taking part in a veterans recognition event Saturday in Lost Creek. The event was sponsored by West Virginia Operation Firm Handshake. “We had a little bit of everything…