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  • Independent rock finding Southern hospitality in Nashville

    When Dan Auerbach moved from Ohio to Nashville, he found a local rock 'n' roll scene populated with bands that not only like each other, but also work toward a greater good. The Black Keys guitarist sees it as an uncommon harmony.


  • SGT. SHAFT: What benefits are provided to bury widows of veterans?

    It was about a year ago that you gave me a lot of help in navigating the murky waters of the VA regarding the Aid and Attendance program for my mom so I thought tap your brain again. Mom passed away Aug. 10 (to refresh your memory — she was an unmarried surviving widow of a veteran who died in service) and I have heard there may be some benefits regarding burial expenses available. Do you know where to start that inquiry?


  • Sgt. 1st Class Josh Olson lost his right leg after being hit by an RPG in Tal Afar, Iraq, in October 2003. He's currently stationed at Fort Benning in Georgia as part of the Army's Marksmanship Unit. (Andrew S. Geraci)

    An RPG took Josh Olson’s leg, but not sharpshooter's spirit

    Black flies hummed around stall 58 at Wagner Range. Fort Benning's pine trees shimmered in the distance as the late-morning temperature pushed 95 degrees with the promise of more from the Georgia summer.


  • ** FILE ** In this Sept. 22, 2011, file photo, singer Kelly Clarkson poses for a portrait in Los Angeles. A video featuring cancer-stricken children, their nurses, doctors and parents lip-synching and dancing to the popular Kelly Clarkson song "Stronger" has become an online sensation. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles, File)

    Kelly Clarkson: Pop star to perform for Fort Campbell troops

    Multiplatinum pop singer Kelly Clarkson is bringing her "Stronger" tour to Fort Campbell's parade field as a part of the Tour for the Troops on Monday.


  • SGT. SHAFT: Veteran's widow seeks citizenship information

    Dear Sgt. Shaft: May you please help me find information on my status. I am from Lithuania and a resident of the United States since July 9, 2010. My husband, a U.S. citizen and veteran, died recently. We had been married for 10 years. Do you have any information on when and how I might apply for U.S citizenship and how is this impacted by my husband's death.


  • President Obama delivers remarks to Allison Transmission workers and guests Friday at one of the company's plants in Indianapolis. Obama toured the facility and talked about his long-term plan to protect consumers against rising oil prices and decrease oil imports while ensuring a cleaner, safer, and more secure energy future. (Associated Press)

    Obama says economy can take hit and keep going

    Refocusing on the nation's economic struggles, President Obama welcomed news Friday that the economy unexpectedly added more than 200,000 jobs last month. "We are regaining our footing," he said.


  • AP Source: Obama to meet some from bin Laden raid

    White House official says President Barack Obama will meet with some of those involved in the military assault that killed Osama bin Laden when he visits Fort Campbell, Ky., on Friday.


  • President Obama pauses Thursday after laying a wreath at the National Sept. 11 Memorial at Ground Zero in New York. (Associated Press)

    Obama pays respects at 9/11 ground zero

    Marking Osama bin Laden's death where the terrorist inflicted his greatest damage, President Barack Obama soberly laid a wreath Thursday at New York's ground zero and declared to the city and the world, "When we say we will never forget, we mean what we say."


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